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Source: ESPN.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 3:03 pm

Sources: Ryan accepts offer to coach Jets

Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Rex Ryan has agreed to a four-year contract to become coach of the New York Jets, according to multiple sources.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 3:03 pm

Johnson holds on, wins Sony Open by 2 strokes

Zach Johnson won the Sony Open for his second victory in his last six starts on the PGA Tour, shooting a 5-under 65 on Sunday to beat Adam Scott and David Toms by two shots.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 3:02 pm

Federer wins opening match at Australian Open

Second-seeded Roger Federer started his campaign to equal Pete Sampras' record 14 Grand Slam titles with a 6-1, 7-6 (4), 7-5 win Monday over Andreas Seppi at the Australian Open.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 3:00 pm

Shock the world: Cards are Super Bowl bound

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Source: ESPN.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 3:00 pm

Reports: Capers to join Pack as D-coordinator

Dom Capers, a longtime defensive coordinator and former head coach, will join the Green Bay Packers as defensive coordinator.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 2:51 pm

Sources: Raiders' Martindale could get top job

Sources say Raiders linebackers coach Don Martindale could become the team's head coach.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 2:48 pm

Steelers 23, Ravens 14: Steelers’ Defense Is as Dominant as Ever

Pittsburgh’s defense beat the Baltimore Ravens and returned the Steelers to the Super Bowl, where they will face the Arizona Cardinals.


Source: NYT > Sports | 19 Jan 2009 | 2:42 pm

Monday's gossip column

Andrei Arshavin edges close to Arsenal move, plus other rumours
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Jan 2009 | 2:41 pm

Federer takes Aussie opener

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Source: SI.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 2:28 pm

Federer starts pursuit of 14th Grand Slam

Roger Federer took the first step toward his record-tying 14th Grand Slam title with a 6-1, 7-6 (4), 7-5 victory Monday over Andreas Seppi at the Australian Open. Federer, seeking to...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 2:24 pm

Federer starts pursuit of 14th Grand Slam (AP)

Switzerland's Roger Federer serves  the ball to Italy's Andreas Seppi during a Men's singles match at the Australian Open Tennis Championship  in Melbourne, Australia, Monday, Jan. 19, 2009.    (AP Photo/Mark Baker)AP - Roger Federer took the first step toward his record-tying 14th Grand Slam title with a 6-1, 7-6 (4), 7-5 victory Monday over Andreas Seppi at the Australian Open.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Jan 2009 | 2:24 pm

Peter King: Banged up Steelers to battle Cards in Super Bowl XLIII

NFL's best rivalry, an unreal stretch in coaching and some Super hype.


Source: SI.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 2:21 pm

Spinner Price shines in Zimbabwe's win over Bangladesh

Veteran Raymond Price grabbed 4-22 and hit two boundaries in the last over to lead Zimbabwe to an exciting two-wicket win over Bangladesh in the first one-day international here on Monday.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 2:16 pm

Djokovic storms through in Melbourne, heavy weather for Federer (AFP)

Three-time winner Roger Federer of Switzerland returns the ball to Andreas Seppi of Italy during their game on the opening day of the Australian Open tennis in Melbourne. Federer got off to a slow start in his bid for a record-equalling 14th Grand Slam title on Monday as defending champion Novak Djokovic stormed into the Australian Open's second round.(AFP/William West)AFP - Three-time winner Roger Federer got off to a slow start in his bid for a record-equalling 14th Grand Slam title on Monday as defending champion Novak Djokovic stormed into the Australian Open's second round.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Jan 2009 | 2:09 pm

Vegas favors Steelers early for Super Bowl

The Pittsburgh Steelers were favored by 6 1/2 points in most sports books to win the Feb. 1 Super Bowl after beating the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday to set up the showdown for the NFL title, according to Las Vegas Sports Consultants.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 2:05 pm

Ravens' McGahee carted off field after major hit

Willis McGahee was taken off on a stretcher after a big hit on Sunday night.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 2:04 pm

Sports world plans to celebrate with Obama

From Tiger Woods to Muhammad Ali, Dave Winfield to Dikembe Mutombo, a sports world that has paid more attention to politics than usual wants to be part of the party when Barack Obama is inaugurated as the nation's first black president on Tuesday.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 1:41 pm

Federer opens with a win

Second-seeded Roger Federer started his campaign to equal Pete Sampras' record 14 Grand Slam titles with a 6-1, 7-6 (4), 7-5 win Monday over Andreas Seppi at the Australian Open. Federer
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 1:38 pm

Federer safely through first match in pursuit of record

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Roger Federer took his first step toward a record-equaling 14th grand slam title with a 6-1 7-6 7-5 victory over Italy's Andreas Seppi in the first round of the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 1:36 pm

Peel stripped from Wales rugby squad

Dwayne Peel was dramatically dropped from Wales's squad for the Six Nations Championship announced here Monday. British and Irish Lions scrum-half Peel, who has won 64 Wales caps, was a...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 1:35 pm

Federer and Djokovic win through

World number two Roger Federer and defending champion Novak Djokovic reach the second round of the Australian Open.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Jan 2009 | 1:31 pm

Clark's jarring hit defines Ravens-Steelers

The Steelers are Super again after surviving yet another bloodbath with the Ravens. One punishing hit defined the game -- and the rivalry, writes Tim Layden.


Source: SI.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 1:29 pm

Something old, something new in SB XLIII

Super Bowl XLIII will offer something old and something new, writes SI.com's Don Banks, who considers Arizona the all-time most unlikely Super Bowl team.


Source: SI.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 1:21 pm

Sports of The Times: Fitzgerald Spends Time Winning, Not Talking

The Cardinals’ Larry Fitzgerald doesn’t come with a flamboyant nickname like Plax or fancy initials like T.O., but he’s still the best receiver in football.


Source: NYT > Sports | 19 Jan 2009 | 1:20 pm

Injured Macartney to miss Kitzbuehel return

Downhill skier Scott Macartney is facing a long injury layoff for the second straight year. Macartney, expected to arrive back home in the United States on Monday, will be treated for a...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 1:17 pm

Australian Open : Global Coach Takes on Challenge in Roddick

For the first time since working with Patrick McEnroe and his doubles partner, Jonathan Stark, in 1993, Larry Stefanki is coaching an American: Andy Roddick.


Source: NYT > Sports | 19 Jan 2009 | 1:08 pm

Northern Trust exemption to help minority golfers (AP)

AP - Nearly 50 years after Charlie Sifford became the first black to join the PGA Tour, the Northern Trust Open announced Monday an exemption in his name for a player who represents the advancement of diversity in golf.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Jan 2009 | 1:07 pm

Northern Trust exemption to help minority golfers

The annual "Charlie Sifford Exemption" will be recognized Feb. 18, the day before the tournament begins at Riviera. "It's something that should have been done a long time ago," Sifford
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 1:07 pm

Northern Trust Open Announces Charlie Sifford Honor

First of its kind exemption for top golfer who advances diversity PACIFIC PALISADES, Calif., Jan. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Highlighting the pivotal role Charlie...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 1:00 pm

Inverness sack manager Brewster

Inverness Caledonian Thistle part company with manager Craig Brewster after a run of seven consecutive league defeats.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Jan 2009 | 12:23 pm

Steelers, Cardinals advance to Super Bowl (AP)

Pittsburgh Steelers' Willie Parker celebrates after winning the NFL AFC championship football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 23-14 to advance to the Super Bowl.  (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)AP - Arizona and Pittsburgh will play a historic Super Bowl in Tampa in two weeks: a team with a history as bad as any in the NFL against one that will try to win a record sixth title. Pittsburgh opens as a 6 1/2-point favorite. The Steelers topped the Baltimore Ravens 23-14 last night after the Arizona Cardinals beat the Philadelphia Eagles 32-25.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Jan 2009 | 12:07 pm

Jets likely to offer Ravens' Ryan head coach job

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Source: SI.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 12:05 pm

Ireland remains out for Republic

Stephen Ireland continues his international exile as Giovanni Trapattoni announces the Republic of Ireland squad for the World Cup qualifier against Georgia.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Jan 2009 | 12:03 pm

Wales omit Peel for Six Nations

Scrum-half Dwayne Peel is the shock exclusion from Wales' 28-man squad for their defence of the RBS Six Nations.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Jan 2009 | 12:00 pm

Kaka to discuss future with Milan

Kaka's father and advisor Bosco Leite is scheduled to hold talks with AC Milan on Monday to discuss his son's possible move to Manchester City.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Jan 2009 | 11:43 am

Benitez unfazed by derby pressure

Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez insists his side are not under any extra pressure in Monday's Merseyside derby despite losing their grip on top spot.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Jan 2009 | 11:42 am

Safin brushes off retirement talk after Aussie Open romp

Mercurial Marat Safin brushed off questions about possible retirement after he destroyed Ivan Navarro of Spain 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 to march into the Australian Open's second round on Monday. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 11:34 am

Price stars as Zimbabwe edge home

Zimbabwe beat Bangladesh by two wickets in the first one-day international in Mirpur on Monday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Jan 2009 | 11:23 am

Swiss bank Credit Suisse quits F1 team BMW Sauber

Swiss bank Credit Suisse Group is stopping its sponsorship of Formula One team BMW Sauber. Switzerland's second biggest bank said Monday it decided against renewing a contract that ended
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 11:18 am

Renault unveil vivid 2009 model

Renault's F1 team gives a debut to its striking yellow car for the 2009 season in Portugal.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Jan 2009 | 10:56 am

West Ham striker Bellamy 'set to sign for Man City' (AFP)

West Ham striker Craig Bellamy celebrates scoring during a Premier League match between Newcastle and West Ham at St James' Park, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, northeast England, January 10. Bellamy is set to leave West Ham for big-spenders Manchester City, the Press Association reported on Monday.(AFP/File/Graham Stuart)AFP - Wales striker Craig Bellamy is set to leave West Ham for big-spenders Manchester City, the London club confirmed on Monday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Jan 2009 | 10:39 am

Zach Attack: Johnson gets 2-shot win at Sony Open (AP)

Zach Johnson holds the winning trophy after winning the Sony Open golf tournament at the Waialae Country Club, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009, in Honolulu. Johnson shot a 5-under-par 65 to finish with a total 15-under-par 265. (AP Photo/Marco Garcia)AP - Zach Johnson's three-shot lead was gone in four holes, and he headed to the back nine at the Sony Open in a tie for the lead with David Toms knowing exactly what to expect.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Jan 2009 | 9:17 am

UConn wins 5th in row, keeps rolling in Big East (AP)

Connecticut's Hasheem Thabeet, top, blocks a shot by Seton Hall's Jordan Theodore in the first have of NCAA college basketball game in Hartford, Conn., Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009.  (AP Photo/Jessica Hill)AP - The rugged Big East clipped Connecticut right from the gate, but the resilient Huskies have shown over the past few weeks that they still may be the class of the conference.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Jan 2009 | 9:17 am

N.B.A. Roundup: Stoudemire Takes Over as Suns Top Raptors

Amare Stoudemire scored 31 points and Phoenix beat Toronto, 117-113, on Sunday afternoon, its ninth consecutive victory over the struggling Raptors.


Source: NYT > Sports | 19 Jan 2009 | 9:06 am

Man City agree price for Bellamy

Manchester City agree terms with West Ham to sign Welsh striker Craig Bellamy.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Jan 2009 | 8:43 am

On eve of comeback, Lance launches campaign

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Source: SI.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 8:15 am

Steelers defeat Ravens, advance to Super Bowl

Troy Polamalu's interception return for a touchdown is the key play as Pittsburgh defeats Baltimore, 23-14, and moves on to play Arizona in Super Bowl XLIII. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Are Cardinals steeling themselves to pull an upset?

Super Bowl XLIII matchup might look like a blowout on paper, but on the field Arizona is capable of beating Pittsburgh, especially if it plays the way it did Sunday. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Ana Ivanovic wins her first match in Australia; Andy Roddick advances

The fifth-seeded Ivanovic struggles but defeats Julia Goerges of Germany, 7-5, 6-3. After struggling in her first...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Kobe Bryant says LeBron James is the MVP . . . at this point

Lakers star says Cleveland Cavaliers counterpart is 'terrific.' Kobe Bryant won his first most-valuable-player award last season, but...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Former Trojan Vidal Hazelton to transfer to Cincinnati

USC's leading receiver in 2007 tumbled down the depth chart in 2008 following early-season injuries. Former USC...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Lance Armstrong returns; cycling comeback starts in Australia

Australians cheer the seven-time Tour de France champion as he prepares to compete in the Tour Down Under on Tuesday. In Europe, some react negatively. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Clippers take on revived Timberwolves

One of L.A.'s nine wins this season was at Minnesota on Dec. 6, but the Timberwolves have turned things around since then under new Coach Kevin McHale. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Cardinals 32, Eagles 25: Cardinals Advance to First Super Bowl

After watching their lead turn into a 1-point deficit, the Cardinals took the lead for good in the fourth quarter.


Source: NYT > Sports | 19 Jan 2009 | 7:58 am

Armstrong Begins Comeback, Finishing 64th in Australia

Lance Armstrong finished 64th out of 133 starters in this 30-lap, 51-kilometer criterium in the heart of Adelaide that was won by the Australian Robbie McEwen.


Source: NYT > Sports | 19 Jan 2009 | 7:48 am

La Russa Has Little Doubt About McGwire’s Integrity

If Manager Tony La Russa could script the perfect spring training situation for the St. Louis Cardinals, it would include having Mark McGwire as a guest hitting instructor.


Source: NYT > Sports | 19 Jan 2009 | 7:36 am

'Super' Steelers top Ravens, 23-14, for AFC title (AP)

Pittsburgh Steelers safety Troy Polamalu, center, is congratulated by teammates LaMarr Woodley (56) and  Brett Keisel after scoring a touchdown after intercepting a pass from Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco during the fourth quarter of the NFL AFC championship football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)AP - Tough and mean, like the original Steel Curtain.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Jan 2009 | 7:28 am

Christina McHale, Ranked 374th, Is Ready for Australian Open

On Tuesday, Christina McHale will face Jessica Moore, her first-round opponent at the Australian Open.


Source: NYT > Sports | 19 Jan 2009 | 7:26 am

Roddick and Ivanovic Advance at Australian Open

Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray say they agree with Roger Federer that playing the Australian Open in February would make more sense.


Source: NYT > Sports | 19 Jan 2009 | 7:25 am

Warner’s Family Accepts Bounty and Burden of Football

Football has provided the Kurt Warner and his family with a life more bountiful than they ever imagined, but it also exacts a hefty price.


Source: NYT > Sports | 19 Jan 2009 | 7:20 am

Cardinals edge Eagles 32-25 for NFC title (AP)

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (11) catches a touchdown pass  during the first half of the NFL NFC championship football game against the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)AP - Down and out for decades, the Arizona Cardinals have turned a bad joke into a Super Bowl-bound team.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Jan 2009 | 6:41 am

With Ravens' season over, Jets focus on Ryan (AP)

AP - The New York Jets' coaching search may be over now that the Baltimore Ravens' season has ended.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Jan 2009 | 6:09 am

Ali, Tiger head to D.C. for Obama inauguration

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Source: SI.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 5:34 am

Cardinals go from punch line to NFC champions

They are going to the Super Bowl, and the frequently hapless franchise will have a chance to win its first championship in 61 years. The shock extends beyond the team. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 5:20 am

Arizona will play in its first Super Bowl

Fitzgerald and Warner, among many, lead the Cardinals to their first NFC title with a 32-25 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 5:05 am

UConn's Doty knocked out for season

Connecticut women's guard Caroline Doty will miss the rest of the season after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in her left knee in Saturday's win over Syracuse. It's the same knee that was surgically...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 19 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Steelers open as 6½-point Super Bowl favorites

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Source: SI.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 4:17 am

Roddick, Ivanovic advance at Australian Open

Andy Roddick has won his opening match at the Australian Open, easily defeating Bjorn Rehnquist of Sweden 6-0, 6-2, 6-2.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 2:02 am

Sloan will come back for 22nd season with Jazz

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Source: SI.com | 18 Jan 2009 | 10:30 pm