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Source: ESPN.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 12:14 pm

Federer, Safin to meet in 3rd round at Aussie Open (AP)

Switzerland's Roger Federer returns to Russia's Evgeny Korolev during their Men's Singles match at the Australian Open Tennis Championship  in Melbourne, Australia, Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009.  (AP Photo/Rick Stevens)AP - Roger Federer and Marat Safin rolled to easy victories Wednesday against first-time opponents to reach the Australian Open's third round, where the familiarity factor will be much higher: They'll be playing each other.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Jan 2009 | 12:08 pm

Jankovic hangs tough at Aussie Open, Ivanovic glides through (AFP)

Serbia's Jelena Jankovic of Serbia returns the ball to Belgium's Kirsten Flipkens during their second-round match on the third day of the Australian Open in Melbourne, on January 21. Jankovic won 6-4, 7-5.(AFP/Greg Wood)AFP - Top seed Jelena Jankovic battled into the Australian Open third round Wednesday as fellow Serb Ana Ivanovic showed glimpses of the grace and power that swept her to last year's final.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Jan 2009 | 11:55 am

Roddick reaches 3rd round at Australian Open

Andy Roddick has advanced to the third round at the Australian Open. The seventh-seeded American, trying to win a second Grand Slam title to add to his 2003 U.S. Open championship, beat...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 11:54 am

Lance Armstrong says no time limit on comeback

Two days into his first professional cycling race in three years and after a hard day at the Tour Down Under, Lance Armstrong said Wednesday he was having "a helluva good time". However,
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 11:50 am

Unheralded Taiwanese player Lu upsets Nalbandian

Yen-hsun Lu had barely walked off the court at Melbourne Park on Wednesday after one of his biggest career wins when his mobile phone started ringing. "I picked up the phone and my...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 11:30 am

Spurs get Wigan's Palacios in 14m deal

Tottenham have finally won their battle to wrest highly-rated Honduran midfielder Wilson Palacios away from Wigan after the two clubs agreed a fee believed to be around 14 million pounds.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 11:23 am

Bibby's late surge leads Hawks over Bulls 105-102

Whether he was driving for layups, launching 3-pointers or going for a steal, Mike Bibby rarely missed. His timing was impeccable, too. Bibby scored nine of his season-high 31 points in...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 11:13 am

Bibby's late surge leads Hawks over Bulls 105-102 (AP)

Atlanta Hawks' Mike Bibby, right, talks to his teammates as he controls the ball against Chicago Bulls' Ben Gordon during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, in Chicago. The Hawks won 105-102. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)AP - Whether he was driving for layups, launching 3-pointers or going for a steal, Mike Bibby rarely missed. His timing was impeccable, too.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Jan 2009 | 11:13 am

Duke shoots 76 percent in 2nd half to top NC State (AP)

Duke's Gerald Henderson (15) dunks as North Carolina State's Courtney Fells (4) looks on during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Durham, N.C., Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)AP - Duke always seems to save its best for the second half against North Carolina State. The hot-shooting Blue Devils may have topped themselves this time.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Jan 2009 | 11:13 am

Duke shoots 76 percent in 2nd half to top NC State

Duke always seems to save its best for the second half against North Carolina State. The hot-shooting Blue Devils may have topped themselves this time. Gerald Henderson scored 21 points...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 11:13 am

Man Utd confident of improved shirt deal as AIG pulls out (AFP)

Manchester United's Argentinian forward Carlos Tevez celebrates after scoring during the second leg of their League Cup semi-final against Derby County at Old Trafford in Manchester, northwest England, January 20. Manchester United have begun looking for a new shirt sponsor and are confident they can improve on the current deal with troubled American insurer AIG, the club said Wednesday.(AFP/Paul Ellis)AFP - Manchester United have begun looking for a new shirt sponsor and are confident they can improve on the current deal with troubled American insurer AIG, the club said on Wednesday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Jan 2009 | 11:07 am

Federer and Djokovic ease through

Top seed Roger Federer and third seed Novak Djokovic reach the last 32 of the Australian Open.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Jan 2009 | 11:04 am

England's Stevens fails drug test

England and Bath prop Matt Stevens fails a drug test and is suspended from all competition.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Jan 2009 | 11:04 am

Armstrong hits the front, then fades, in Tour Down Under

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - American Lance Armstrong briefly took the lead at the Tour Down Under Wednesday before fading to finish in the middle of the main bunch.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 10:49 am

Tottenham agree deal for Palacios

Tottenham reveal they have agreed a £14m move for Wigan's Wilson Palacios, subject to his receiving a work permit.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Jan 2009 | 10:21 am

Federer, Safin to meet in 3rd round at Aussie Open

Roger Federer and Marat Safin rolled to easy victories Wednesday against first-time opponents to reach the Australian Open's third round, where the familiarity factor will be much higher:...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 10:10 am

Djokovic flying in Melbourne, Federer, Safin on collision course

Defending champion Novak Djokovic hit top gear in a sparkling Australian Open performance on Wednesday as former winners Roger Federer and Marat Safin set up the clash of the third round.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 9:57 am

Norwich name Gunn boss for season

Norwich caretaker boss Bryan Gunn is appointed manager until the end of the season following the sacking of Glenn Roeder.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Jan 2009 | 9:34 am

AIG ends Man Utd sponsorship deal

The troubled US insurer AIG will not renew its shirt sponsorship deal with Manchester United when it runs out in May 2010.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Jan 2009 | 9:28 am

Bosnian, Serbian fans disrupt match at Aussie Open

Boisterous Bosnian and Serbian fans traded ethnic chants across a court Wednesday while Bosnian-born Amer Delic held off France's Paul-Henri Mathieu in a five-set match at the Australian...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 9:21 am

Australia unveil World Cup squad

Australia include two players in their squad for their first time for the Women's World Cup in March.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Jan 2009 | 9:20 am

Steelers still expect Ward to play despite injury

Hines Ward needs extensive work to rehabilitate his sprained right knee for the Super Bowl, but Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin still expects the wide receiver to play.
Source: ESPN.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 8:47 am

He's back: Claude Lemieux returns in Sharks win (AP)

San Jose Sharks' Claude Lemieux (32) takes to the ice on a shift change, during the first period against the Vancouver Canucks in an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, in San Jose, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)AP - Claude Lemieux was still wound up. Nearly two dozen years after he first played in the NHL, a close hard-fought game still has that effect on him.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Jan 2009 | 8:46 am

Sports world takes a timeout for inauguration

The sports world took a timeout to watch the inauguration of Barack Obama.
Source: ESPN.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 8:12 am

Federer, Djokovic advance at Australian Open

Second-ranked Roger Federer has reached the third round of the Australian Open, where he is trying to equal Pete Sampras' record of 14 Grand Slam titles.
Source: ESPN.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 8:06 am

Kobe Bryant will play through the pain

Dislocated finger won't keep him from playing against the Clippers on Wednesday. There have been knee injuries...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Lakers' Trevor Ariza turns 'bust' label into boom times

The young forward is providing the kind of aggressive defense and game-changing, big-play intensity off the bench that Michael Cooper used to bring to the Showtime-era Lakers. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Changing of guard (and forward, and center) in Arizona

Arizona State's Sun Devils, long the second-class basketball citizens in the state, appear to have replaced Arizona's Wildcats as top dogs in the desert. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Bruins don't get benefit of doubt

Players have to hear some familiar complaints about Ben Howland's offense after a disappointing loss to Arizona State. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Trojans are looking for help at guard

Coach Tim Floyd is counting on Marcus Simmons and Donte Smith to provide some relief for starters Daniel Hackett and Dwight Lewis. Auditions...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Kings beat Wild to end four-game losing streak

Kyle Calder has a goal and an assist and Jonathan Quick makes 25 saves in goal as L.A. wins at Minnesota. Kyle...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Lance Armstrong finds climb to the top arduous

He nearly falls during uphill portion of the Tour Down Under and is in 45th place after two stages. These are...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Keauna McLaughlin, Rockne Brubaker have come a long way

The top U.S. pairs team has earned its success by overcoming adversity. They pass the spot just outside the main...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

It's his stage

The Steelers Mike Tomlin is looking to become the second African American coach to win the Super Bowl. But he doesn t want to compare his task to that of the nation s new president. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Magic ready for a one-on-one with Obama

Having heard of the new president's plan to convert the White House bowling alley into a basketball court, Magic Johnson says he's hoping for an invitation -- and then it'd be game on. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

As Nets Coach, Frank Holds Tenure in Tenuous Business

Lawrence Frank has survived plenty of ups and downs in five years with the Nets to become the coach with the most tenure in the Eastern Conference.


Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Jan 2009 | 7:44 am

NFL Hall of Famer 'Gluefingers' Lavelli, 85, dies

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Source: SI.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 7:20 am

Sports Business: A Coveted Team, a Tangled Web, a Tough Sell

The identity of the next owner of the Chicago Cubs, which the Tribune Company has been peddling since 2007, could be known Wednesday or later this week.


Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Jan 2009 | 7:07 am

For Second Time in 2 Days, Mitchell Disputes Part of Radomski’s Book

George J. Mitchell disputed a section in Kirk Radomski’s book that deals with Mitchell’s attempts to tie various major leaguers to the use of performance-enhancing drugs.


Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Jan 2009 | 7:04 am

Roundup: Avoiding Arbitration, Mets and Church Reach a Deal

The Mets and right fielder Ryan Church avoided salary arbitration, agreeing on a one-year, $2.8 million contract Tuesday.


Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Jan 2009 | 7:02 am

N.B.A. Roundup: Grizzlies Sign Forward Miles to a Second 10-Day Contract

The Memphis Grizzlies have signed forward Darius Miles to a second 10-day contract on Tuesday.


Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Jan 2009 | 6:59 am

Women’s College Roundup: First-Half Surge Helps Rutgers Top W. Virginia

Epiphanny Prince led No. 21 Rutgers to a 60-44 victory over visiting West Virginia on Tuesday night.


Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Jan 2009 | 6:59 am

For Armstrong, It’s a Plodding Return on a Scorching Day

As Lance Armstrong’s comeback began in earnest with the opening stage of the Tour Down Under, Australia continued to give him an unusually warm welcome.


Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Jan 2009 | 6:57 am

Rangers 4, Ducks 2: Penalty Killing Helps Rangers Defeat Ducks

Blair Betts is the Rangers’ most valuable penalty killer, and their penalty killing is the biggest reason they sit atop the Atlantic Division with a 28-16-4 record.


Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Jan 2009 | 6:56 am

Australian Open: Nadal Powers His Way to Easy Victory in His Opening Match

The top-ranked Rafael Nadal bullied Christophe Rochus with some powerful forehands and 10 aces Tuesday night in a 6-0, 6-2, 6-2 victory at Rod Laver Arena.


Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Jan 2009 | 6:54 am

Federer into Aussie's 3rd round; will meet Safin

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Source: SI.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 6:54 am

A Russian Warrior Who Doesn’t Battle for Acclaim

Fedor Emelianenko, the No. 1 mixed martial arts fighter in the world, has been described as superhuman. Yet, in his native Russia, few will likely be watching his next fight.


Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Jan 2009 | 6:51 am

Henderson, No. 2 Duke pull away from NC State

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Source: ESPN.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 6:37 am

Sharks win OT thriller in Lemieux's NHL return (AP)

San Jose Sharks' Claude Lemieux (32) and Vancouver Canucks' Kevin Bieksa (3) fight for the puck during the second period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, in San Jose, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)AP - Joe Thornton set up Devin Setoguchi's tying goal in regulation and Patrick Marleau's overtime winner, and the San Jose Sharks celebrated Claude Lemieux's return to the NHL after a 5 1/2-year absence with a dramatic 2-1 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Jan 2009 | 6:25 am

Jankovic and Safina reach last 32

Top seed Jelena Jankovic and third seed Dinara Safina win their second-round matches at the Australian Open.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Jan 2009 | 6:13 am

Cleveland Browns Hall of Famer Lavelli dies at 85 (AP)

AP - Hall of Famer Dante "Gluefingers" Lavelli, a sure-handed receiver who helped the Cleveland Browns build a dynasty in the 1940s and 50s, has died. He was 85.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Jan 2009 | 6:04 am

Lance on the attack on second day of comeback

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Source: SI.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 5:17 am

PG Steele ends injury-plagued career at 'Bama

Alabama senior guard Ronald Steele, whose career began with great promise, has decided to forgo the rest of the season, Crimson Tide coach Mark Gottfried announced Tuesday.


Source: SI.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 4:36 am

Papelbon's $6.25 million contract makes history

The Red Sox signed closer Jonathan Papelbon to a one-year contract worth $6.25 million.
Source: ESPN.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 3:50 am

Favre and Rivers out, Collins in for Pro Bowl

Both the Jets' Brett Favre and the Chargers' Philip Rivers are not going to play in the game because of injuries. Tennessee's Kerry Collins has been named to the roster.
Source: ESPN.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 3:47 am

No. 2 Duke rallies past NC State 73-56 (AP)

Duke's Gerald Henderson (15) dunks as North Carolina State's Courtney Fells (4) looks on during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Durham, N.C., Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)AP - Gerald Henderson scored 21 points and No. 2 Duke pulled away late to beat North Carolina State 73-56 on Tuesday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Jan 2009 | 3:15 am

Phillies' Howard petitions for $18M in arbitration

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard has asked for $18 million in salary arbitration, the third-highest figure submitted since the process began in 1974.
Source: ESPN.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 3:05 am

Seth Davis: Prospects should not be rushed to make an NBA decision

Stay in school or go pro? The decision is hard enough, but a new proposal seeks to push up the NBA draft deadline. That would be a travesty, writes Seth Davis.


Source: SI.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 2:53 am

Phillies slugger Howard seeks $18M in arbitration (AP)

In this Oct. 15, 2008 file photo, Philadelphia Phillies Ryan Howard bats against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 5 of the National League championship baseball series in Los Angeles.   Howard has asked for $18 million in salary arbitration, the third-highest figure submitted since the process began in 1974.  Philadelphia offered him $14 million, a raise of $4 million. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)AP - Ryan Howard proposed a salary as prodigious as one of his home runs. The Philadelphia Phillies first baseman asked for $18 million in arbitration Tuesday, the third-highest figure submitted since the process began in 1974.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Jan 2009 | 2:06 am

Ivanovic, Djokovic reach third round at Australian Open

Ana Ivanovic and Novak Djokovic had second-round wins Wednesday and are showing signs of regaining the momentum that carried them to the finals of the last Australian Open.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 1:54 am

Mariners avoid arbitration with Bedard, Heilman

Erik Bedard and the Seattle Mariners have agreed to a one-year contract that avoids salary arbitration.
Source: ESPN.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 1:35 am

Fans burn Cardinals cheers into McNabb's yard

Two Cardinals fans hung their team's flag in a tree and burned "Go Cards," "Go Kurt" and "I heart AZ" in Donovan McNabb's yard with diesel fuel.
Source: ESPN.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 1:12 am

Deal sealed: Ross now Dolphins' majority owner

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Source: SI.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 1:01 am

Phillies' Howard seeks $18 million in arbitration

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Source: SI.com | 21 Jan 2009 | 12:50 am

Live text - Australian Open

Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Jelena Jankovic progress on day three of the Australian Open.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Jan 2009 | 11:45 pm

Longtime Colts D-coordinator Meeks steps down

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Source: SI.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 10:03 pm

Man Utd beat battling Derby to reach final

Manchester United book their place in the Carling Cup final despite being given a late scare by Derby in a 4-3 aggregate win.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Jan 2009 | 10:00 pm

Tom Verducci: Cold reality check for remaining free agents and more notes

Unless you're Manny Ramirez, forget about a mammoth payday. The remaining free agents are being hit with a cold, hard dose of reality, says Tom Verducci.


Source: SI.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 7:39 pm

England may be close to IPL deal

England players may get the chance to play in this year's Indian Premier League and not miss any Tests, BBC Sport understands.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Jan 2009 | 7:03 pm

USTA to invest in World Team Tennis in expansion effort

The United States Tennis Association will become a minority owner in World Team Tennis in an effort to expand the USTA Junior Team Tennis program.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 6:43 pm