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Source: ESPN.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 2:23 pm

Live text - Scottish Cup 4th round

It's a busy day in the Homecoming Scottish Cup with 10 fourth round ties surviving the winter weather.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Jan 2009 | 2:21 pm

Waugh fears backlash from England

Former Australia skipper Steve Waugh warns his country that they should not get too complacent about the current turmoil in English cricket.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Jan 2009 | 2:05 pm

Beckham to start on Milan bench

David Beckham will start as a substitute in his first competitive outing for AC Milan on Sunday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Jan 2009 | 1:44 pm

Venus heads to Australia in buoyant mood (AFP)

AFP - Venus Williams said Saturday she was heading into the season's first Grand Slam in Australia with her confidence sky-high after thumping wins over two of the world's top players in Hong Kong.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Jan 2009 | 1:14 pm

Ferguson excited by Chelsea test

Man Utd boss Alex Ferguson is relishing Sunday's match against Chelsea so much that he joked he would like to take the field himself.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Jan 2009 | 1:06 pm

Ill Jankovic pulls out of event

World number one Jelena Jankovic's Australian Open plans are in disarray after she pulls out of the Hong Kong World Team Challenge with flu.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Jan 2009 | 12:49 pm

AP All-Pro Team includes 15 newcomers (AP)

AP - Want a juicy matchup between All-Pros? How about wide receivers Andre Johnson and Larry Fitzgerald against cornerbacks Nnamdi Asomugha and Cortland Finnegan? They are four of the 15 first-time members of The Associated Press 2008 NFL All-Pro team announced Friday.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Jan 2009 | 12:40 pm

Live text - Premier League

Aston Villa take on Midlands rivals West Brom in the first of six Premier League games on Saturday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Jan 2009 | 12:00 pm

Azarenka claims first tour title

Second seed Victoria Azarenka beats Marion Bartoli in the Brisbane International final to win her first WTA Tour title.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Jan 2009 | 11:29 am

Asia on brink of Royal Trophy win

Asia close in on their first Royal Trophy win after dominating Saturday's fourballs to lead Europe 6½-1½.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Jan 2009 | 11:13 am

Bull Riders Start Trading Hats for Helmets

Helmets are still not mandatory in professional bull riding, but their use is growing faster than expected.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Jan 2009 | 10:29 am

Football schedule hit by weather

The continuing freezing weather badly hits this weekend's league and cup programme in Britain.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Jan 2009 | 10:28 am

Defoe defends switch to Tottenham

Striker Jermain Defoe defends the reasons behind his move back to Tottenham from Portsmouth.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Jan 2009 | 10:14 am

Curry Returns, but a Return to Form May Take Awhile

If Eddy Curry’s season debut against the Dallas Mavericks showed anything, it was that his inclusion in the Knicks’ rotation will be a gradual and uneven process.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Jan 2009 | 8:55 am

Dulko gives Team Americas lead in Hong Kong

Argentina's Gisela Dulko came from behind to beat Russia's Anna Chakvetadze 3-6, 6-4, 6-4 at the Hong Kong team tournament Saturday, giving Team Americas a 2-1 lead over Team Russia in the best-of-five final.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 8:39 am

Meyer Praises Strong; Gator Defense Speaks for Itself

Florida Coach Urban Meyer offered high praise for Charlie Strong, his defensive coordinator, who derailed the mighty Sooners offense on Thursday night.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Jan 2009 | 8:34 am

For Jagr, Ups and Downs in Russia

Jaromir Jagr, who decamped for Russia’s Continental Hockey League after 17 very successful years in the N.H.L., has experienced a combination of joy and sadness playing for Avangard Omsk.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Jan 2009 | 8:33 am

Cavs get statement win over Boston; Orlando looms (AP)

AP - While the Cavaliers were beating Boston in a matchup of East powers, the Orlando Magic were busy showing that the conference could well be a three-team race to the top.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Jan 2009 | 8:19 am

Mason stops Caps for sixth shutout (AP)

AP - Steve Mason defused a loaded question about the NHL All-Star game as easily as he did the high-powered Washington Capitals.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Jan 2009 | 8:18 am

Rollins, Peavy among players on U.S. WBC list

World Series champion shortstop Jimmy Rollins of the Philadelphia Phillies and San Diego ace Jake Peavy, the 2007 NL Cy Young Award winner, are among the U.S. players eager to take part in the second World Baseball Classic this spring.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 8:05 am

Missouri All-American WR Maclin to enter draft

Missouri All-American Jeremy Maclin is leaving school and turning pro after two record-breaking seasons with the Tigers.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 8:02 am

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Rasual Butler keeps putting his bench-warming days of last season further behind him.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Not ruling out some surprises

Throughout the regular season, the AFC West and NFC West were derided as the worst divisions in the NFL, and that was backed by the numbers.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Marleau, Setoguchi power Sharks past Oilers

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Source: ESPN.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 7:31 am

More Exemptions in Baseball for Amphetamines

The number of therapeutic use exemptions for amphetamines, a banned substance, grew slightly in 2008, according to data from Major League Baseball.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Jan 2009 | 7:20 am

Bulluck, a Pillar of the Titans, Finds Motivation in Adversity

After an unstable childhood, Tennessee Titans linebacker Keith Bulluck has found stability in a tenuous profession and family at every stop along the way.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Jan 2009 | 7:19 am

Barkley taking leave of absence from TNT

Test results show former NBA star Charles Barkley was legally drunk when police arrested him Dec. 31 on suspicion of drunken driving in Scottsdale.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 7:11 am

N.H.L. Roundup: Sabres Extend Hot Streak at Rangers’ Expense

The loss prevented the Rangers from climbing into a tie for first place in the Atlantic Division with idle Philadelphia.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Jan 2009 | 7:09 am

Tebow and Bradford Face Quick Decisions on N.F.L. Draft

The two B.C.S. title game quarterbacks must decide on the N.F.L. draft by Jan. 15, but Tim Tebow of Florida and Oklahoma’s Sam Bradford have different pro prospects.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Jan 2009 | 7:08 am

Els Says He Has Found a Renewed Confidence

After two and a half years in the golf wilderness, Ernie Els is in third place after two rounds at the Mercedes Championship, which kicks off the PGA tour season.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Jan 2009 | 7:06 am

Barkley Takes Leave From TNT

Charles Barkley will take a leave of absence for several weeks from TNT’s “Inside the NBA” show to deal with his arrest last month on suspicion of drunk driving.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Jan 2009 | 7:05 am

Pedroia, Rollins, Peavy want to join U.S. in WBC

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Source: SI.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 7:04 am

Chris Mannix: What we learned: Celtics-Cavaliers

After surveying the latest go-round of Celtics-Cavaliers, SI.com's Chris Mannix is ready to predict the new MVP (guess who?) along with Wally Z's trade fate.

Source: SI.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 6:46 am

Pistons prevail in Iverson's return to Denver

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Source: ESPN.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 6:31 am

Serena draws Stosur for Sydney International opener

Top-seeded Serena Williams won't be counting on too much crowd support in her Sydney International opener, drawing Australian Samantha Stosur in a first-round match.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 6:12 am

Report: Grizzlies ignore threats, re-sign Miles

The Grizzlies have re-signed Darius Miles, who is attempting a comeback from major knee surgery, to a 10-day contract, the Memphis Commercial Appeal reported Friday night.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 5:35 am

Malone helps Lightning beat Ducks 4-3

Ryan Malone scored his second goal of the game with 9:10 left in the third period to put Tampa Bay ahead for good, and Martin St. Louis had a goal and two assists in the Lightning's 4-3...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 5:30 am

Yi breaks pinky finger as Nets fall to Bucks

New Jersey Nets forward Yi Jianlian got a rude welcome back from his former team Friday - a National Basketball Association defeat, jeers from the crowd and a broken pinky finger. The...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 5:23 am

Cavaliers rock Celtics 98-83

They circled this game on their calendar months ago. On Friday night, the Cleveland Cavaliers checked it off as another win.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 5:18 am

Jeff Fisher has staying power

Now the dean of NFL head coaches, Fisher has the Titans top-seeded in the AFC and facing the Ravens. Through all...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 5:15 am

LeBron puts on a show as Cavs top careless C's

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Source: ESPN.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 5:08 am

Pistons-Nuggets, Box

Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 5:06 am

The Bird's Nest looks for a post-Olympic purpose

Just five months after the Beijing Olympics, the Bird's Nest is a cavernous museum searching for a new purpose. The iconic National Stadium drew acclaim for its daring design, an...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Prince's jumper, Iverson's 23 lead Pistons (AP)

AP - Tayshaun Prince hit a running jumper with 20 seconds left, Aaron Afflalo hit six straight free throws after that, and the Detroit Pistons overcame 30 points by Chauncey Billups to beat the Denver Nuggets 93-90 on Friday night in Allen Iverson's return to the Mile High city.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

MVP Statement: LeBron, Cavs rock Celtics 98-83 (AP)

AP - For days, LeBron James insisted facing the NBA champions in January was no ordinary regular-season game. He and his teammates proved it.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:59 am

MVP Statement: LeBron, Cavs rock Celtics 98-83

For days, LeBron James insisted facing the NBA champions in January was no ordinary regular-season game. He and his teammates proved it. James scored 38 points, harassed Paul Pierce...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:59 am

Lakers start fast but only lead by two against Pacers

After a 41-point first quarter, L.A. settles for a 68-66 lead at the intermission. The Lakers were leading the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:55 am

Sharks-Oilers Sums

Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:53 am

Prince's jumper, Iverson's 23 lead Pistons

Tayshaun Prince hit a running jumper with 20 seconds left, Aaron Afflalo hit six straight free throws after that, and the Detroit Pistons overcame 30 points by Chauncey Billups to beat the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:53 am

Sharks beat Oilers 4-1

Patrick Marleau had two goals, Devin Setoguchi added a goal and two assists and the San Jose Sharks hit the 30-win mark in their 40th game, beating the Edmonton Oilers 4-1 on Friday night.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:52 am

Els let down by missed short putts at Tour opener

KAPALUA, Hawaii (Reuters) - Ernie Els was left to rue a pair of missed putts from inside three feet that tarnished an otherwise fine round of ball-striking at the PGA Tour's season-opening...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:48 am

Schiavone out of Hobart draw due to administrative error

Francesca Schiavone's Australian Open preparation suffered a setback Saturday when she lost in qualifying for the Hobart International after an administrative problem kept her out of the main draw.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:42 am

Dementieva cruises home in all-Russian New Zealand final

World number four Elena Dementieva rallied from a slow start to cruise to a 6-4, 6-1 victory over Elena Vesnina in an all-Russian ASB Classic final here Saturday. After an early lapse by
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:41 am

Stimulant exemptions in baseball on the rise (AP)

AP - Baseball authorized nearly 8 percent of its players to use drugs for ADHD last season, which allowed them to take otherwise banned stimulants. A total of 106 exemptions for banned drugs were given to major leaguers claiming attention deficit hyperactivity disorder from the end of the 2007 season until the end of the 2008 season, according to a report released Friday by the sport's independent drug-testing administrator.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:40 am

Ogilvy holds on to one-stroke lead in Hawaii

Geoff Ogilvy stumbled home to a 5-under 68 on a gorgeous and generous day for scoring, giving him a one-shot lead over D.J. Trahan going into the weekend of the PGA Tour's season-opener at Kapalua.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:37 am

Balt-Tenn

The Titans possess homefield and the better 1-2 rushing punch. And yet, the Ravens should walk away winners in Saturday's playoff game, says Bucky Brooks.

Source: SI.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:33 am

Celtics-Cavaliers, Box

BOSTON (83) Pierce 4-15 2-2 11, Garnett 8-15 2-2 18, Perkins 6-7 1-2 13, R.Allen 5-12 0-0 12, Rondo 1-8 3-6 5, Davis 0-4 2-2 2, Pruitt 1-4 0-0 2, Powe 4-5 0-1 8, House 2-7 2-2 8, Scalabrine 0-1 0-0 0,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:28 am

Ogilvy makes a bogey but keeps lead at Kapalua (AP)

AP - Geoff Ogilvy was in the valley of the 17th hole at Kapalua, a 561-yard hole that drops 100 feet from the tee. That's why he hit a tee shot 415 yards. And that's why he couldn't predict what was going to happen next.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:23 am

Dodgers to keep Andruw Jones at a distance

Sources say that the Dodgers, who sign veteran left-hander Shawn Estes, considered trying to void Jones' contract and that the settlement includes a provision that they will not make future claims on him...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:05 am

Andy Staples: A playoff makes practical -- and economic -- sense

Any way you cut it, playoffs make sense -- practically and financially.

Source: SI.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:02 am

MVP Statement: LeBron, Cavs rock Celtics 98-83

For days, LeBron James insisted facing the NBA champions in January was no ordinary regular-season game. He and his teammates proved it.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 4:00 am

Jankovic drops out of Hong Kong event with illness

World No. 1-ranked Jelena Jankovic on Saturday pulled out of the team exhibition tournament in Hong Kong with illness, leaving the Serbian with little match practice before the Australian Open.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 3:40 am

Verdasco, Stepanek to square off in Brisbane final

Fernando Verdasco and Radek Stepanek both saw off French opponents on Saturday to reach the final of the Brisbane International.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 3:38 am

USC's DeMar DeRozan untangles Web of intrigue

Trojans' star freshman is adjusting pretty well to college basketball, in part because he's able to tune out all that Internet innuendo. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 3:10 am

North Florida defeats Kennesaw State 66-44 (AP)

AP - Matt Sauey scored 15 points to help North Florida defeat Kennesaw State 66-44 on Friday night and win its first Atlantic Sun Conference game of the season.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Jan 2009 | 3:09 am

NASCAR tracks plan ticket-price cuts

Auto Club Speedway is one of many facilities nationwide that will offer a break on certain seats. Daytona International...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Jan 2009 | 2:35 am

Cardinals confident they can end East Coast hex (AP)

AP - The Arizona Cardinals spent the week devising ways to slow dynamic running back DeAngelo Williams, speedy receiver Steve Smith and disruptive defensive end Julius Peppers.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Jan 2009 | 2:31 am

LT officially listed as doubtful for Steelers game

LaDainian Tomlinson was officially listed as doubtful by the San Diego Chargers on Friday, two days before they play at Pittsburgh in the AFC divisional playoffs.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 2:30 am

Dementieva beats fellow Russian for Auckland title

Elena Dementieva claimed her 12th WTA singles tennis title Saturday when she beat fellow Russian Elena Vesnina 6-4, 6-1 at the ASB Classic.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 2:15 am

LT listed as doubtful vs. Steelers with bad groin

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Source: SI.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 1:38 am

Dad: Biletnikoff winner Crabtree set to turn pro

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Source: SI.com | 10 Jan 2009 | 12:08 am

NBAPA to sue Blazers over Miles signing threat

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Source: SI.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 11:05 pm

Barkley taking leave from TNT after DUI arrest

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Source: SI.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 10:41 pm

Three home teams should flourish in Rematch Weekend

Can the Eagles depose the Giants? Will the Ravens stun the mighty Titans? SI.com's Peter King makes his picks for all this weekend's divisional-round action.

Source: SI.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 9:20 pm

Fifteen newcomers named NFL All-Pros

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Source: SI.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 9:00 pm

Roddick beats Monfils to reach Qatar Open final

Andy Roddick reached the final of the Qatar Open by defeating Gael Monfils 7-6 (1), 3-6, 6-3 on Friday.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 4:27 pm

Slovakia duo takes down Safins to win Hopman Cup

Dominika Cibulkova and Dominik Hbraty led Slovakia to the Hopman Cup title Friday with singles victories over Russian siblings Dinara Safina and Marat Safin.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 4:00 pm

Cilic, Schuettler in semifinals; Karlovic stunned in Chennai

Third-seeded Marin Cilic of Croatia overcame No. 7 Janko Tipsarevic of Serbia 6-4, 0-6, 6-4 Friday to reach the semifinals of the Chennai Open.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 4:00 pm