Wednesday's gossip column

Harry Redknapp plans to revamp Spurs, plus other rumours
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Jan 2009 | 2:08 pm

Kaka douses Man City transfer talk (AFP)

AC Milan's Brazilian midfielder Kaka celebrates after scoring against Udinese during a Serie A match at San Siro Stadium in Milan, December 2008. Kaka has dismissed speculation linking him with mega-rich Manchester City by claiming that he wants to grow old at AC Milan.(AFP/File/Damien Meyer)AFP - Brazilian superstar Kaka has dismissed speculation linking him with mega-rich Manchester City by claiming that he wants to grow old at AC Milan.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Jan 2009 | 2:05 pm

Magic go long to beat Kings and set NBA 3-point record (AFP)

Dwight Howard, seen here during a break in the game, dominating inside to the tune of 25 points and 15 rebounds as the Magic went on the beat the Kings 139-107.(AFP/Getty Images/File/Jed Jacobsohn)AFP - The Orlando Magic established a National Basketball Association record by hitting 23 three-pointers as they crushed the Sacramento Kings 139-107.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Jan 2009 | 2:03 pm

Roeder sacked as Norwich manager

Glenn Roeder is sacked as manager of Championship strugglers Norwich City.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Jan 2009 | 2:02 pm

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Source: ESPN.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 1:58 pm

Damage to leased car lands Burress in court

A trial is scheduled to begin Wednesday in Pennsylvania to determine how much New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress must pay in damages for a car he leased.
Source: ESPN.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 1:56 pm

McDaniels tabs Nolan to fix Broncos defense

Although he has yet to offer him the job, new Broncos head coach Josh McDaniels has spoken with former San Francisco 49ers coach Mike Nolan about the possibility of coordinating Denver's defense.
Source: ESPN.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 1:49 pm

Kaka plays down link to Man City

Brazilian superstar Kaka reveals his desire to stay at AC Milan despite talk of a move to Manchester City.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Jan 2009 | 1:48 pm

Anaheim drops legal challenge to Angels name

The city of Anaheim is dropping its legal challenges to the name of the Angels.
Source: ESPN.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 1:46 pm

Colts introduce Caldwell as new head coach

Jim Caldwell, 53, was introduced by the Colts as former coach Tony Dungy's replacement.
Source: ESPN.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 1:44 pm

Serena survives match points to reach Sydney semis (AFP)

World number two Serena Williams of the US celebrates after defeating Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark at the Sydney WTA International tournament on January 14. Williams saved three match points to win a torrid three-setter 6-7, 6-3, 7-6 to claim her place in the semi-finals.(AFP/Greg Wood)AFP - World number two Serena Williams saved three match points to win a torrid three-setter against Danish teenager Caroline Wozniacki and claim her place in the semi-finals of the Sydney WTA International on Wednesday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Jan 2009 | 1:16 pm

Irvin: Men in truck flashed gun, talked Cowboys

Hall of Fame receiver Michael Irvin says he calmly chatted with a gunman in another vehicle after the armed passenger turned out to be a Dallas Cowboys fan.
Source: ESPN.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 12:57 pm

Magic set NBA 3-point record in rout of Kings

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Source: ESPN.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 12:45 pm

Serena again fights back from the brink at Sydney

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Serena Williams saved three match points, while Novak Djokovic revived his stuttering Australian Open preparations in fierce heat at the Sydney International on...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 12:31 pm

Serena survives match points to reach Sydney semis

World number two Serena Williams saved three match points to win a torrid three-setter against Danish teenager Caroline Wozniacki and claim her place in the semi-finals of the Sydney WTA...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 12:18 pm

Irvin calmly chats with gunman about Cowboys (AP)

AP - Hall of Fame receiver Michael Irvin says he calmly chatted with a gunman in another vehicle after the armed passenger turned out to be a Dallas Cowboys fan.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Jan 2009 | 12:00 pm

Irvin calmly chats with gunman about Cowboys

Hall of Fame receiver Michael Irvin says he calmly chatted with a gunman in another vehicle after the armed passenger turned out to be a Dallas Cowboys fan. Irvin, who was not harmed,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 12:00 pm

NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards

No lead is safe for the Detroit Pistons when the lowly Charlotte Bobcats are involved. A month after rallying from 29 down to nearly beat Detroit at home, Charlotte overcame a 78-71...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 11:47 am

Southend shock could see off Chelsea boss Scolari

Chelsea travel to Southend for an FA Cup replay on Wednesday where an upset win for the minnows would leave Roman Abramovich's club in crisis and manager Luiz Felipe Scolari's job in...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 11:46 am

NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice

It's only January, but the rivalry between the Boston Bruins and the Montreal Canadiens has already reached playoff-level intensity. Zdeno Chara scored a pair of power-play goals and...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 11:46 am

Southend shock could see off Scolari

Chelsea travel to Southend for an FA Cup replay on Wednesday where an upset win for the minnows would leave Roman Abramovich's club in crisis and manager Luiz Felipe Scolari's job in...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 11:36 am

Djokovic discovers form in Sydney

Top seed Novak Djokovic beats Frenchman Paul-Henri Mathieu 6-1 6-2 in the second round of the Sydney International.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Jan 2009 | 11:35 am

Benitez undergoes third operation

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez is to have a third operation for his troublesome kidney stone complaint.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Jan 2009 | 11:28 am

Exiles boss delighted by call-ups

Three London Irish players are chosen in England's elite player squad for the Six Nations and five are called up to the Saxons squad.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Jan 2009 | 11:24 am

Top seeds battle into Auckland tennis quarters

The top seeds in the Heineken Open men's tournament had to overcome off-season rust to secure their quarter-final spots after three-set battles Wednesday. Top seed Juan Martin Del Potro...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 10:55 am

Shakib steers Bangladesh to win

Shakib Al Hasan hits an unbeaten 92 as Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka by five wickets in the one-day international tri-series in Mirpur.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Jan 2009 | 10:54 am

Blues drop Drogba for FA Cup tie

Didier Drogba's Chelsea future may be hanging in the balance after he is dropped for the FA Cup third-round replay at Southend.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Jan 2009 | 10:23 am

A Bronx Dynasty (Not the Yanks)

The women’s basketball team at Monroe College has a 110-game winning streak in its Region XV conference.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Jan 2009 | 10:04 am

Bangladesh put Sri Lanka in to bat

Bangladesh captain Mohammad Ashraful elected to field after winning the toss against Sri Lanka in a triangular one-day series match here on Wednesday. The game was reduced to...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 9:53 am

Foden & Morgan get England calls

Uncapped Ben Foden is included in England's elite squad for the RBS Six Nations as Mike Tindall, Mark Cueto and Olly Morgan win recalls.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Jan 2009 | 9:44 am

Federer eases to warm-up victory

Roger Federer begins his final warm-up for the Australian Open by easing past Carlos Moya at the Kooyong Classic.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Jan 2009 | 9:26 am

Chara scores twice as Bruins stop Canadiens 3-1

So what if it came against the archrival Canadiens, who eliminated Boston in the playoffs? "But when the crowd gets into it like that and the teams play with that much energy, it felt...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 9:21 am

Chara scores twice as Bruins stop Canadiens 3-1 (AP)

Montreal Canadiens goalie Jaroslav Halak (41) reacts as Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara (33) celebrates with Boston Bruins right wing Blake Wheeler (26) and Boston Bruins center David Krejci, left, after Krejci's goal in the third period of an NHL hockey game in Boston on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009. The Bruins won 3-1. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)AP - Despite all the big hits — one of which he doled out — Boston goalie Tim Thomas wants his teammates to keep in mind that all the Bruins did was win a regular-season game.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Jan 2009 | 9:21 am

Magic make NBA-record 23 3s in rout of Kings (AP)

Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard, center, shoots between Sacramento Kings' Kevin Martin, left, Jason Thompson, third from right, Beno Udrih, of Slovenia, second from right and Brad Miller, right, during first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Sacramento,  Calif., Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009.  The Magic made 23 3-point shots to set a new NBA record in their 139-107 victory over the Kings. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli)AP - Dwight Howard had 25 points and 15 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic made an NBA-record 23 3-pointers Tuesday night in a 139-107 victory over the Sacramento Kings.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Jan 2009 | 9:15 am

Appeal hearing set in Duke lacrosse slander suit (AP)

AP - Duke University officials are appealing a ruling that allows former men's lacrosse coach Mike Pressler to pursue a slander lawsuit against the school and its former spokesman.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Jan 2009 | 9:05 am

The Fifth Down: Q & A on N.F.L. Playoffs

Greg Bishop, who covers the Jets and the N.F.L. for The Times, answers your questions about the playoffs and the Jets’ search for a coach.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Jan 2009 | 8:06 am

Sports of The Times: Taking Strikes Just to Watch Rickey Run

There was no better position from which to appreciate the wonder that was Rickey Henderson than the No. 2 hole in the batting order, which Willie Randolph occupied with the Yankees in the 1980s.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Jan 2009 | 8:06 am

N.F.L. Sees Decline in Drug-Resistant Infection

N.F.L. players have contracted 33 cases of the virulent skin infection known as MRSA over the past three years, a recent survey has found, a decrease of nearly 50 percent.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Jan 2009 | 8:05 am

Scully pulls up his own chair

Dodgers announcer watches a replay of his broadcast of Larsen's World Series perfect game and offers a review. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Baltimore Ravens draw on O.J. Brigance's strength

The former linebacker runs one of the NFL's most envied player development departments, despite suffering from Lou Gehrig's disease. He's a daily inspiration to a team that is one win from the Super B...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Arizona wants to win at Pauley Pavilion

Wildcats have lost seven in a row to the Bruins. They come to Westwood on Thursday. Not long ago, the UCLA coaches...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

It's an injury merry-go-round for the Lakers

Lamar Odom returns against the Rockets as Sasha Vujacic stays home because of back spasms Someone finally left...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Purse spat jeopardizes Manny Pacquiao-Ricky Hatton fight

Pacquiao backs away from agreement on a 50-50 split. Promoter Bob Arum says the bout in Las Vegas won't happen unless the world's No. 1 fighter 'comes to his senses.' ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Preston Gomez dies at 86; consultant was with Angels for 27 years

Preston Gomez, the longtime Angels scouting consultant who had been third-base coach for the Dodgers when they won the 1965 World Series, died Tuesday, nine months after being seriously injured in a freak...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

UCLA coach Nikki Caldwell is a chip off the old Vols

She's trying to bring the winning tradition from Tennessee to Westwood. Gas just doesn't seem to stretch as far...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Dodgers' Chad Billingsley has an inside job to do

The Dodgers pitcher, criticized for failing to protect teammates during the playoffs, then felled by a broken leg after slipping on ice in off-season, appears determined to set things right. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Taylor Mays' decision to stay in school leads to hope about Mark Sanchez

The safety's choice to play one more year has Trojans fans hoping the quarterback will also be back next year. Sanchez is expected to announce today or Thursday whether he will stay or turn pro. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Derek Lowe to sign with Atlanta Braves

The right-hander, who won 14 games last year and averaged more than 200 innings in four seasons in L.A., has agreed to a $60-million deal with Atlanta. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Baseball Roundup: Mets Lose Lowe to Braves, but Have Backup Plan

The Mets have been preparing for the news that Derek Lowe would sign with Atlanta by trying to re-sign Oliver Pérez.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Jan 2009 | 7:56 am

Novitzky Aids Prosecutors in Clemens Investigation

After being on the periphery of the perjury investigation of Roger Clemens for much of the past year, the federal agent Jeff Novitzky is now in the middle of it, at least temporarily.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Jan 2009 | 7:55 am

Yankee Stadium Burdens Mayor’s Campaign

Critics of Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg are pushing for the city to deny more subsidies for the new stadium.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Jan 2009 | 6:53 am

Sidney Wood, Winner of Wimbledon by Default, Dies at 97

Wood was the only player to win a Wimbledon championship without having to show up for the final match.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Jan 2009 | 6:49 am

Henderson Is an Enigma Wrapped in a Record Book

Tony La Russa, Rickey Henderson’s former manager, said the Hall-of-Famer’s combination of patience, speed, power and instincts terrified opposing teams.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Jan 2009 | 6:18 am

Women’s Roundup: Moore Helps UConn Roll Past DePaul

Maya Moore scored 18 points and grabbed 12 rebounds Tuesday night to help undefeated UConn win its 102nd victory against an unranked opponent.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Jan 2009 | 6:15 am

Isner tops Ginepri in Auckland, off to quarterfinals

Qualifier John Isner upset fellow American Robby Ginepri 6-5, 6-7 (1), 7-6 (5) Wednesday to reach the quarterfinals of the Heineken Open tennis tournament.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 5:42 am

Kobe, Lakers knock off undermanned Rockets

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Source: ESPN.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 5:38 am

Benesova, Rybarikova advance to Hobart semifinals

Iveta Benesova beat Argentina's Gisela Dulko 6-4, 6-4 on Wednesday to reach a semifinal against 20-year-old Magdalena Rybarikova at the Hobart International.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 5:02 am

Federer tunes up for Australian Open, beats Moya

Roger Federer needed only 57 minutes for a 6-2, 6-3 win over Carlos Moya on Wednesday to begin his final tuneup tournament for the Australian Open.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 4:48 am

Meeks scores 54, 'Cats beat No. 24 Vols 90-72 (AP)

Kentucky's Jodie Meeks (23) shoots over Tennessee's Wayne Chism (4) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009 in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)AP - Jodie Meeks scored a school-record 54 points to help Kentucky cruise to a 90-72 win over No. 24 Tennessee on Tuesday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Jan 2009 | 4:26 am

Pioli leaves Patriots to become Chiefs' new GM

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Source: SI.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 3:40 am

NBA won't fine Blazers for threatening teams

Paul Allen and the Portland Trail Blazers will not be penalized or punished by the NBA for sending a threatening e-mail to other teams warning them not to sign Darius Miles.
Source: ESPN.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 3:33 am

Tiger hitting driver, long irons but no return set

Tiger Woods is hitting drivers and long irons but isn't sure when he will return.
Source: ESPN.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 3:17 am

Djokovic avoids upset this time, wins in Sydney

Top-seeded Novak Djokovic wasn't involved in a first-match upset this time around, easily beating Paul-Henri Mathieu of France 6-1, 6-2 Wednesday at the Sydney International.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 3:06 am

Don Banks: Giants' Spagnuolo may be odd man out

Steve Spagnuolo was atop everyone's list of hot coaching candidates, but as jobs fill he's still out there. The reason may be the Giants' collapse, says Don Banks.


Source: SI.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 3:04 am

Braves, Lowe reach $60M deal

Star free-agent right-hander Derek Lowe is heading to the Braves, SI.com has learned.


Source: SI.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 2:50 am

Henderson, Rice proud to be Cooperstown classmates (AP)

Baseball Hall of Fame inductees Jim Rice, left, and Rickey Henderson pose for photos during a New York news conference, Tuesday Jan. 13, 2009. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)AP - Finally in the Hall of Fame, Jim Rice wants nothing to do with the debate over whether Mark McGwire, Roger Clemens and Barry Bonds belong, too. "I'm not in the situation to vote for the guys and I'm not going to put myself in the situation where I have to answer that question because I think you as the media, you've got to judge that," Rice said.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Jan 2009 | 2:06 am

Broncos tab former Niners' coach Nolan as D.C.

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Source: SI.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 1:14 am

Ted Keith: We won't see the likes of Rickey again

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Source: SI.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 12:56 am

ATP, WTA to offer live matches on the Internet

The ATP and WTA tours will offer fans the chance to see more professional tennis matches live on the Internet this year -- for a price.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 14 Jan 2009 | 12:31 am

BC hires veteran assistant Spaziani as coach (AP)

This Dec. 27, 2006 file photo shows Boston College interim head coach Frank Spaziani, right, directing his team during practice for the Meineke Car Care Bowl college football game in Charlotte, N.C.  Spaziani is the new football coach at Boston College, promoted after spending 12 seasons as an assistant with the Eagles. Spaziani's appointment will be announced at a news conference Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, according to a person with knowledge of the decision who requested anonymity because the school had not made an announcement.(AP Photo/Chuck Burton, File)AP - Frank Spaziani stayed at Boston College, even though he was disappointed when he was passed over for the head coaching job in 2006.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Jan 2009 | 12:11 am

Headed to NFL: TT star Crabtree

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Source: SI.com | 13 Jan 2009 | 10:40 pm

Calf injury may limit Polamalu in AFC title game

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Source: SI.com | 13 Jan 2009 | 10:19 pm

Mays returning to USC; Sanchez mum on plans

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Source: SI.com | 13 Jan 2009 | 8:35 pm

Discussing 'Tebow Fatigue', a possible 2009 title duel

"Tebow Fatigue" and Texas-Florida collision course in 2009 and more.


Source: SI.com | 13 Jan 2009 | 6:47 pm

How many teams have legit title hopes?

How many teams can really contend for the NBA crown? Will another big name change zip codes before the trade deadline? Our panel of experts have their say.


Source: SI.com | 13 Jan 2009 | 5:59 pm