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Source: ESPN.com | 8 Feb 2009 | 2:09 pm

Sri Lankan cricketers end India's winning streak

Tillakaratne Dilshan top-scored with a solid 97 as Sri Lanka prevented an Indian clean sweep with an emphatic 68-run win in the fifth and final one-day international here on Sunday. The...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 1:57 pm

Manny: Long negotiations won't affect '09 play

Manny Ramirez told the L.A. Times on Saturday his inability to find a suitable contract isn't going to affect his performance this spring.
Source: ESPN.com | 8 Feb 2009 | 1:35 pm

Reports: Ex-RB Anderson held on drug charges

Former Falcons running back Jamal Anderson was arrested and booked into an Atlanta-area jail Saturday night on felony possession of cocaine and possession of marijuana, a misdemeanor, local media have reported.
Source: ESPN.com | 8 Feb 2009 | 1:34 pm

Rodriguez Said to Test Positive in 2003

Alex Rodriguez tested positive for steroids in 2003 while playing for the Rangers, two people with knowledge of the results said.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2009 | 1:13 pm

Harvick steals win in Bud Shootout at Daytona (AP)

NASCAR driver Kevin Harvick celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the NASCAR Budweiser Shootout auto race at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla., Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009.(AP Photo/John Raoux)AP - Kevin Harvick used a thrilling last-lap pass to steal a Daytona 500 victory. He's apparently got the move mastered. Harvick powered past Jamie McMurray on the outside of the last lap Saturday night to grab a come-from-nowhere victory in the exhibition Budweiser Shootout.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Feb 2009 | 1:06 pm

Report: A-Rod tested positive for steroids in 2003 (AP)

In this march 3, 2003 file photo, top, Texas Rangers' Alex Rodriguez hits a two-RBI single against the San Diego Padres during a spring training game in Peoria, Ariz. In this March 26, 2008 file photo, New York Yankees' Alex Rodriguez swings against the Philadelphia Phillies during a spring training baseball game in Clearwater, Fla. Rodriguez tested positive for steroids in his MVP season of 2003, according to a report by Sports Illustrated. The ankees star tested positive for two anabolic steroids, four sources told Sports Illustrated in a story posted Saturday, feb. 7, 2009 on its Web site.(AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, top, and Paul Sancya, bottom)AP - As Barry Bonds prepares to defend his name, the slugger who may eventually surpass him as the all-time home run leader has become ensnared by the Steroids Era: Alex Rodriguez.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Feb 2009 | 1:04 pm

Kaka to miss Milan derby

Brazil star Kaka will miss the Milan derby after injuring his foot in Saturday's 1-1 home draw with rock-bottom Reggina, AC Milan confirmed on Sunday. Kaka, Milan's top scorer with 11...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 12:31 pm

Live text - Premier League

Tottenham host Arsenal in the north London derby before Man Utd travel to West Ham.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Feb 2009 | 12:30 pm

Thabeet lifts No. 1 UConn to 11th straight win

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Source: ESPN.com | 8 Feb 2009 | 12:18 pm

Sri Lanka avoid series whitewash

Tillakaratne Dilshan falls three runs short of a century as Sri Lanka beat India by 68 runs in the fifth one-day international in Colombo.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Feb 2009 | 12:17 pm

League silent on A-Rod drug claim

Major League Baseball refuses to confirm reports that Alex Rodriguez, the sport's biggest name, tested positive for anabolic steroids in 2003.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Feb 2009 | 11:57 am

Russia into Fed Cup semis

Anna Chakvetadze put Russia into the Fed Cup semi-finals on Sunday defeating Yan Zi of China 6-1, 6-2 to give the defending champions an unassailable 3-0 lead. On Saturday world No.7...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 11:52 am

Russia into Fed Cup semis (AFP)

Russia's Anna Chakvetadze returns a service to Chinese Yan Zi (unseen) during the Fed Cup tennis 1st round in Moscow. Chakvetadze won 6-1, 6-2.(AFP/Dmitry Kostyukov)AFP - Anna Chakvetadze put Russia into the Fed Cup semi-finals on Sunday defeating Yan Zi of China 6-1, 6-2 to give the defending champions an unassailable 3-0 lead.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Feb 2009 | 11:51 am

Fit-again Chagaev wins on return

Ruslan Chagaev makes a triumphant return to the ring after injury with a sixth-round technical decision over Carl Davis Drumond in Germany on Saturday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Feb 2009 | 11:38 am

Wales will be ferocious - Johnson

Martin Johnson warns England's players they face an extremely intense examination against Wales in Cardiff next week.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Feb 2009 | 11:38 am

Benitez stands by team selection

Rafael Benitez defends his decision to rest key players after his Liverpool side secure victory at Portsmouth in the last minute.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Feb 2009 | 11:17 am

Haddin ton sets up Australia win

Brad Haddin hits 109 as Australia end a five-match losing streak with a 32-run win over New Zealand.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Feb 2009 | 11:02 am

England have no direction - Gooch

Former England captain Graham Gooch says the team lacks direction, leadership and unity after their Test defeat by West Indies.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Feb 2009 | 10:52 am

Canadian Rider Has Made Unorthodox Climb to the Top

Svein Tuft turned his back on the world of cycling because of the sport’s doping problems. Now, he is a rider to watch in the Tour de France.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2009 | 10:05 am

Ring Veterans Trained to Perfection. And They Brought Their Dogs.

Three siblings are professional dog handlers headed to Westminster for the 133rd Kennel Club Dog Show, which opens Monday.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2009 | 10:04 am

Dodgers Debate Next Move After Rejection by Manny Ramírez

With spring training nearly upon them, the Dodgers’ question is whether to raise their offer to Manny Ramírez or spread the money around to several free agents.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2009 | 10:03 am

News Analysis: Driven to Be the Best, but Ending Up His Own Worst Enemy

The essence of Alex Rodriguez is a consuming desire to achieve, to have it all — and now he has another, unwanted distinction.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2009 | 10:03 am

Sports of The Times: Assessing a Pretender to the Throne

There is no off-season in pro football for a good quarterback controversy and none more compelling than the one Bill Belichick may be brewing in New England.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2009 | 10:03 am

Sports of The Times: Nine More Years of a Marriage Not Made in Heaven

The Yankees were the most ardent admirers of Alex Rodriguez and are positioned to be the biggest suckers, given the contract they gave him.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2009 | 10:02 am

Keeping Score: New Frontiers Await the Next Title IX Generation

A generation of Title IX babies has grown up in a more supportive environment that encouraged girls to play competitive sports.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2009 | 9:48 am

Rollins Leads by 3 Shots at Buick Invitational

After a two-under-par 70 on Torrey Pines South allowed John Rollins to overtake Camilo Villegas for the tournament lead, he was the shining star of the day.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2009 | 8:02 am

Vic Darchinyan backs up talk with convincing victory

As promised, he beats up on Jorge Arce. Vic Darchinyan, a boxer who threw as many insults before the fight as...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Ben Roethlisberger finds a way to win -- at everything

The Pittsburgh Steelers' quarterback can be very competitive off the field too. Here's a little story about Ben...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Bruins send Irish packing early

Alfred Aboya contributes a game-high 19 points for UCLA in a nationally televised game that starts at 10 a.m. at Pauley Pavilion. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Bad news for AC Milan

Italian team gets only a tie with last-place Reggina and Kaka injures his left foot. David Beckham is named to England's team for friendly against Spain. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Alex Rodriguez reportedly tested positive for steroids

Sports Illustrated reports that the Yankees All-Star tested positive for two anabolic steroids in 2003, which doesn't surprise Jose Canseco. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

In-Box: Letters to the Editor

Readers sound off on the latest headlines.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2009 | 7:56 am

Damiani Italia Challenge wins at Pacific Series

After a start delayed by a failing breeze, Damiani Italia Challenge beat Luna Rossa by 1 minute, 40 seconds in an all-Italian race Sunday for its first win in Gold Fleet racing among the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 7:49 am

Katherine Hull wins Australian Masters (AP)

AP - Australia's Katherine Hull won the Australian Ladies Masters on Sunday, closing with a 4-under 68 for a five-stroke victory.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Feb 2009 | 7:42 am

Katherine Hull wins Australian Masters

Australia's Katherine Hull won the Australian Ladies Masters on Sunday, closing with a 4-under 68 for a five-stroke victory. The 26-year-old, the Canadian Women's Open winner last year...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 7:42 am

Boxer Darchinyan stops Arce to retain undisputed super flyweight title

Vic Darchinyan pummelled Jorge Arce into a technical knockout after 11 rounds to retain his undisputed super flyweight world title. The Armenian-born Australian Darchinyan dominated from
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 7:26 am

Report: A-Rod tested positive for steroids in '03

According to a report by Sports Illustrated, Alex Rodriguez tested positive for anabolic steroids in 2003, when he was with the Texas Rangers and won the AL home run title and MVP award.
Source: ESPN.com | 8 Feb 2009 | 7:25 am

Irish down France, England leave Six Nations doubts

England opened their Six Nations campaign with a seemingly convincing 36-11 win over Italy at Twickenham but they were left with plenty to ponder while reland enjoyed the perfect start ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 7:21 am

Manitoba beats Alberta 7-6 to advance to final at junior curling championship

SALMON ARM, B.C. - Prince Edward Island's Brett Gallant easily disposed of Alberta's Kevin Yablonski 13-3 to advance to the men's final at the junior curling championship Saturday. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 6:46 am

Saturday's NLL Roundup

TORONTO - It was Autograph Day for the Toronto Rock and they sure gave lacrosse fans good reason to brandish pens and push photos at them to sign. The Rock, having lost eight of their...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 6:34 am

LPGA founding member Jameson dies aged 89

MIAMI (Reuters) - Betty Jameson, one of the 13 founding members of the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA), died on Saturday aged 89, the Tour said.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 6:14 am

Nets hand sluggish Nuggets worst loss of season (Reuters)

New Jersey Nets forward Ryan Anderson (20) slaps away a layup by Denver Nuggets forward Renaldo Balkman (32) in the third quarter of their game in East Rutherford, New Jersey, February 7, 2009. (Ray Stubblebine/Reuters)Reuters - The New Jersey Nets handed the Denver Nuggets their worst loss of the season, crushing the Northwest Division leaders 114-70 on Saturday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Feb 2009 | 6:12 am

Covered in glory

SPRINGFIELD - Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir walks quietly through the halls of the New Leadership Charter School. She is soft-spoken and polite. The youngest child of a devout Muslim family, the 5-foot-3-inch senior...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 6:06 am

Harvick wins Bud Shootout with Hamlin's help

Kevin Harvick received a huge push from Denny Hamlin to power into the lead and steal a win in Saturday night's exhibition Budweiser Shootout.
Source: ESPN.com | 8 Feb 2009 | 6:05 am

Evans, No. 14 Memphis pound No. 18 Gonzaga 68-50 (AP)

Memphis' Tyreke Evans makes a pass against Gonzaga's Josh Heytvelt and Matt Bouldin during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game at the Spokane Arena in Spokane, Wash. Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009. (AP Photo/Rajah Bose)AP - Tyreke Evans scored 22 points as No. 14 Memphis beat No. 18 Gonzaga 68-50 on Saturday in a showdown of teams dominating their conference races and seeking more national attention.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Feb 2009 | 5:58 am

Sources: Cassel accepts Pats' franchise tender

Matt Cassel has accepted the New England Patriots' non-exclusive franchise tender, guaranteeing the quarterback will receive at least $14.65 million next season, league socures told ESPN.
Source: ESPN.com | 8 Feb 2009 | 5:49 am

Stars place controversial winger Avery on waivers (AP)

New York Rangers right wing Colton Orr (28) checks Dallas Stars center Mike Modano (9) against the board in the third period of an NHL hockey game, Friday, Feb. 6, 2009, in Dallas.  Orr was penalized for the hit.  Dallas won the game 10-2. (AP Photo/Tim Sharp)AP - The Dallas Stars placed controversial left wing Sean Avery on waivers Saturday, moving him one step closer toward a possible return to the NHL.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Feb 2009 | 5:48 am

Canucks beat Blackhawks (AP)

Vancouver Canucks' Mats Sundin, of Sweden, celebrates after scoring against the Chicago Blackhawks during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, B.C., on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)AP - Henrik Sedin scored 53 seconds into the game, and Mats Sundin added a power-play goal 2 minutes later, setting the early tone for the Vancouver Canucks in a 7-3 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Feb 2009 | 5:42 am

Nowitzki's 44 lead Mavericks to OT win over Bulls (AP)

Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki, left, of Germany, and Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah battle for a rebound during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)AP - With one teammate out with an injury and another in foul trouble, the Dallas Mavericks needed a special effort from star Dirk Nowitzki.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Feb 2009 | 5:28 am

Lakers get Adam Morrison for Vladimir Radmanovic

Streak-shooting Radmanovic hadn't been getting much playing time. Forward Vladimir Radmanovic , who was once infamously called a "space...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 5:20 am

LeBron may be the future, but the future isn't now

LeBron James is only 24 and the front-runner for this season's MVP award. But it's important to remember that the Kobe Bryant era is far from over. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 5:20 am

Al Thornton's 31 points provide a big spark for Clippers

Zach Randolph contributes 25 points and the Clippers win consecutive games for the first time since December. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 5:19 am

UConn exploits big advantage

Connecticut played an unfamiliar foe yesterday that confused the Huskies on defense and had the shooters to stick with them on offense.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2009 | 5:00 am

Harvick wins wreck-filled Bud Shootout

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Source: SI.com | 8 Feb 2009 | 4:38 am

A-Rod becomes latest superhero unmasked

Surprised? No, I doubt anyone's all that surprised by this news. Was it really likely that while all these other power hitters were cranking their systems full of multisyllabic substances that Alex Rodriguez, the best, prettiest and prima donna-est of them all, abstained?


Source: SI.com | 8 Feb 2009 | 4:30 am

Tough-guy Capello makes no Beckham guarantees (AFP)

David Beckham seen during AC Milan's Serie A football match against Reggina on February 7. Tough-minded England manager Fabio Capello insists he will not be swayed by sentimentality when it comes to handing David Beckham a record-equalling 108th England cap.(AFP/Giuseppe Cacace)AFP - Tough-minded Fabio Capello insists he will not be swayed by sentimentality when it comes to handing David Beckham a record-equalling 108th England cap.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Feb 2009 | 4:24 am

Figge, 56, first woman to swim across Atlantic

Jennifer Figge became the first woman on record to swim across the Atlantic Ocean.
Source: ESPN.com | 8 Feb 2009 | 4:06 am

Sources tell SI A-Rod tested positive for steroids in 2003

New York Yankees star Alex Rodriguez tested positive for an anabolic steroid and testosterone in '03, his final season with the Rangers, four sources have independently told Sports Illustrated.


Source: SI.com | 8 Feb 2009 | 3:34 am

Rollins passes Villegas for 3-shot lead at Buick

John Rollins caught up to Camilo Villegas again, and this time kept right on going until he finished off a 2-under 70 that gave him a three-shot lead Saturday in the Buick Invitational.
Source: ESPN.com | 8 Feb 2009 | 2:53 am

Galaxy reject AC Milan's initial offer for Beckham

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Source: SI.com | 8 Feb 2009 | 2:16 am

No. 3 Duke rallies to hold off Miami in overtime

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Source: ESPN.com | 8 Feb 2009 | 1:51 am

Gonzalez to play Acasuso for his fourth title in Chile

Fernando Gonzalez will defend his home title in the Movistar Open after defeating qualifier Pablo Cuevas of Uruguay 6-3, 6-2 in the semifinals Saturday night. The top-seeded Gonzalez will take on 2006 champ Jose Acasuso, the No. 4 seed who overcame second-seeded Tommy Robredo of Spain 5-7, 6-2, 6-4 earlier.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 8 Feb 2009 | 1:07 am

Stars put Avery on waivers, NHL return possible

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Source: SI.com | 8 Feb 2009 | 12:02 am

Bobcats deal Morrison to Lakers for Radmanovic

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Source: SI.com | 7 Feb 2009 | 11:54 pm

U.S. splits first-day matches with Argentina in Fed Cup

Favorites Jill Craybas of the United States and Gisela Dulko of Argentina won in straight sets on Saturday to leave the countries tied 1-1 after the opening day of their first-round Fed Cup competition.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 7 Feb 2009 | 9:41 pm

Gayle glad to avenge 2004 defeat

West Indies captain Chris Gayle says his side's innings and 23-run win over England avenged their humilating reverse in 2004.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Feb 2009 | 9:36 pm

Beckham returns to England squad

David Beckham is named in Fabio Capello's England squad for the friendly against Spain on 11 February.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Feb 2009 | 9:19 pm

Cilic knocks off Troicki, to play for title in Zagreb

Mario Ancic saved three match points to beat Jan Henrych 6-7 (4), 6-3, 7-6 (9) and set up an all-Croatian final with Marin Cilic at the Zagreb Indoors on Saturday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 7 Feb 2009 | 7:04 pm

Chardy, Tsonga win, to meet in all-French S.A. final

The SA Tennis Open final will be an all-French affair between top seed Jo-Wilfried Tsonga and fifth seed Jeremy Chardy.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 7 Feb 2009 | 5:01 pm