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Pompey target Sven to replace Adams, plus other rumours
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Feb 2009 | 1:55 pm

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Source: ESPN.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 1:52 pm

Union Official Says He Did Not Tip Off Rodriguez

Gene Orza, the baseball union’s chief operating officer, said on Monday that he did not tip off Alex Rodriguez to a drug test at the end of the 2004 season.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Feb 2009 | 1:45 pm

The Northstar(R) Lodge - Hyatt(R) Residence Club Celebrates Debut Ski Season With Special Nightly Rental Rates

Luxurious Ski-In/Ski-Out Resort Offers Distinct Year-Round Amenities in One of Tahoe's Most Desirable Locations - the Village at Northstar(TM) TRUCKEE, Calif.,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 1:30 pm

Supermodel Bar Refaeli Adorns the Cover of the 2009 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue on Newsstands Today!

The 2009 Issue Features 33 Models, 7 Countries and 83 Bikinis; Super Models, Rookie Models, WTA Tennis Stars, NBA Dancers and The World's Fastest Woman Danica...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 1:30 pm

Rodriguez aims for championship and to share a lesson (Reuters)

New York Yankees batter Alex Rodriguez points towards the outfield wall after he hit a ball that appeared to be a home run against the Baltimore Orioles in the sixth inning of their MLB American League baseball game at Yankee Stadium in New York in this May 21, 2008 file photo. (Ray Stubblebine/Reuters)Reuters - Admitting he had used performance enhancing drugs earlier in his career on Monday was a "gorilla" off his back and he would now seek to prove himself on the field, New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez said.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Feb 2009 | 1:16 pm

Hussey brothers put Aussies level

David Hussey's 79 and brother Mike's unbeaten 75 help Australia canter to a six-wicket victory to draw level at 2-2 in their ODI series with New Zealand.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Feb 2009 | 1:12 pm

Rodriguez Admits to Use of Performance Enhancers

Alex Rodriguez said that he used a banned substance while he played for the Texas Rangers.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Feb 2009 | 1:11 pm

Grand Slam tennis dream fires Jankovic and Dementieva

Former world number one Jelena Jankovic says that losing her position at the top of the women's game has not diminished her belief that she can still win a Grand Slam. The 23-year-old...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 1:05 pm

Grand Slam tennis dream fires Jankovic and Dementieva (AFP)

Former world number one Jelena Jankovic, seen here on February 8, says that losing her position at the top of the women's game has not diminished her belief that she can still win a Grand Slam.(AFP/File/Andrej Isakovic)AFP - Former world number one Jelena Jankovic says that losing her position at the top of the women's game has not diminished her belief that she can still win a Grand Slam.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Feb 2009 | 1:04 pm

Hungarian Moto GP likely cancelled

The Hungarian leg of the MotoGP looks set to be cancelled due to delays in construction of the new circuit, the minister for local government, Istvan Gyenesei, said Tuesday. Spanish...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 12:52 pm

Fuller injury boost for Potters

Stoke City striker Ricardo Fuller could return to action within six weeks after further tests on his injured shoulder.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Feb 2009 | 12:45 pm

England call up Worsley & Tindall

Flanker Joe Worsley and centre Mike Tindall win recalls to the England team for Saturday's Six Nations game against defending champions Wales.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Feb 2009 | 12:41 pm

Halfpenny seeks England revenge

Wales wing Leigh Halfpenny wants to put an unwelcome losing record behind him at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Feb 2009 | 12:35 pm

Pittsburgh planners may name street for Chuck Noll

Planners may name a street to be built near the Pittsburgh Steelers' stadium after Chuck Noll, the coach who led the team to its first four Super Bowl wins. Plans for an amphitheater...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 12:30 pm

Pittsburgh planners may name street for Chuck Noll (AP)

In this Jan. 14, 1996, file photo, then-Pittsburgh Steelers coach Bill Cowher hoists the Lamar Hunt Trophy after the Steelers defeated the Indianapolis Colts 20-16 to win the AFC championship in the NFL football playoffs in Pittsburgh's Three Rivers Stadium. Now that Pittsburgh is headed to its seventh Super Bowl, each of the Steelers' three coaches in the last 40 years has taken them there. Chuck Noll first got there in his sixth season in 1974, Cowher in his fourth. Mike Tomlin needed only two years after unexpectedly being hired for one of the best-known coaching jobs in American pro sports. (AP Photo/Rusty Kennedy, File)AP - Planners may name a street to be built near the Pittsburgh Steelers' stadium after Chuck Noll, the coach who led the team to its first four Super Bowl wins.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Feb 2009 | 12:30 pm

A-Rod admits using performance-enhancing drugs (AP)

In this video frame grab provided by ESPN, Alex Rodriguez is interviewed by ESPN's  Peter Gammons on Monday, Feb. 9, 2009.  Rodriguez admitted during the interview that he used performance-enhancing drugs from 2001-03, saying he did so because of the pressures of being baseball's highest-paid player.  (AP Photo/ESPN)AP - Alex Rodriguez's reputation is in tatters, his credibility shredded. Having admitted that he, too, cheated in baseball's steroids era, the New York Yankees star must go about rebuilding his image in the eyes of teammates, opponents and fans.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Feb 2009 | 12:20 pm

Hiddink begins talks with Chelsea

Russia manager Guus Hiddink says he has been approached to take over as Chelsea manager until the end of the season.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Feb 2009 | 12:17 pm

Hiddink on list of heavyweights linked with Chelsea (AFP)

Guus Hiddink, seen here in 2008, will talk to Chelsea's billionaire owner Roman Abramovich over the managerial vacancy at the club following the sacking of Luiz Felipe Scolari.(AFP/File/John Macdougall)AFP - Guus Hiddink will talk to Chelsea's billionaire owner Roman Abramovich over the managerial vacancy at the club following the sacking of Luiz Felipe Scolari, his agent said Tuesday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Feb 2009 | 12:16 pm

Banyan Tree Residences Mayakoba Offers Rare Opportunity to View Completed Resort Prior to Purchase

Prospective Buyers Have Chance to Experience Banyan Tree Lifestyle First-Hand, View Residence Post-Construction During Soft-Opening Phase RIVIERA MAYA, Mexico,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 12:04 pm

Milner praises impact of O'Neill

Aston Villa winger James Milner praises manager Martin O'Neill after six of the club's players were named in the England squad to face Spain.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Feb 2009 | 12:00 pm

Coulthard fears for Button future

Jenson Button's Formula One career could be over unless current team Honda find a new owner, warns former driver David Coulthard.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Feb 2009 | 11:55 am

2016 Olympic Games bid cities enter final stretch

ATHENS (Reuters) - Four cities bidding to host the 2016 Olympics will present their vision for the Games to the International Olympic Committee by Thursday as they enter the final stretch...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 11:46 am

Pompey begin new manager search

Portsmouth start the hunt to find Tony Adams' replacement at Fratton Park.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Feb 2009 | 11:46 am

CAS reduces ban for Austrian cross-country coach

The former coach of Austria's cross-country ski team won his appeal Tuesday to have his lifetime ban for involvement in an Olympic doping scandal reduced to 15 years. Emil Hoch was...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 11:05 am

France change four to face Scots

France coach Marc Lievremont brings in four players for Saturday's Six Nations clash with Scotland in Paris.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Feb 2009 | 11:00 am

NZ's Geary, Australia's Wood, Wright make British Open

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - New Zealand's Josh Geary and Australian duo Tim Wood and Michael Wright have qualified for the British Open after claiming the three berths at the Australasian...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 10:34 am

Devils' Clemmensen gets first shutout in 5 years

Scott Clemmensen knew it had been five years since he shut out an NHL team. Although his mind drifted slightly as the minutes ticked down, he kept his focus on protecting the New Jersey...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 9:49 am

Devils' Clemmensen gets first shutout in 5 years (AP)

New Jersey Devils goalie Scott Clemmensen gloves the puck during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the New York Rangers Monday, Feb. 9, 2009 in Newark, N.J. The Devils shut out the Rangers 3-0. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)AP - Scott Clemmensen knew it had been five years since he shut out an NHL team.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Feb 2009 | 9:49 am

Radmanovic makes impressive debut with Bobcats (AP)

Charlotte Bobcats forward Vladimir Radmanovic (10) of Serbia shoots a three-pointer over  Los Angeles Clippers forward Ricky Davis (31) in an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C. on Monday, Feb. 9, 2009. Charlotte won 94-73. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)AP - Vladimir Radmanovic wasn't sure he'd even play against the Los Angeles Clippers 90 minutes before making his Charlotte debut.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Feb 2009 | 9:48 am

Missouri erases 14-point deficit to beat Kansas (AP)

Missouri's DeMarre Carroll, center, is surrounded by fans as they rush the court after Missouri defeated Kansas 62-20 in an NCAA college basketball game Monday, Feb. 9, 2009, in Columbia, Mo. Carroll led all scorers with 22 points. (AP Photo/L.G. Patterson)AP - Defensive-minded Zaire Taylor hit his second game-winning shot in five days, this time helping No. 17 Missouri overcome a 14-point deficit against its bitter border rival.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Feb 2009 | 9:47 am

Geary, Wood and Wright qualify for British Open (AP)

AP - Peter Senior missed out on making the field for his 18th British Open by one stroke on Tuesday, with the three places in Australasian qualifying going to New Zealander Josh Geary and Australians Timothy Wood and Michael Wright.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Feb 2009 | 9:28 am

Shorthanded Goals Help B.U. Claim Beanpot Title

No. 1 Boston University did all the right things in the 57th annual Beanpot championship at TD Banknorth Garden to put away No. 3 Northeastern University, 5-2.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Feb 2009 | 8:36 am

Lakers don't want to get too comfy at home

Returning to Staples Center to face Oklahoma City on Tuesday, the Lakers hope to maintain the edge that fueled an epic 6-0 trip. Kobe Bryant says he's feeling better and expects to play. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Jeff Weaver agrees to minor league deal with Dodgers

Weaver, 32, will compete for a spot in the bullpen and can earn $500,000 if he makes the major league roster. The Dodgers signed veteran...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

It's all downhill for Lindsey Vonn

The 24-year-old American adds to a fast-growing list of accomplishments by winning world championship gold in skiing's signature event. 'I wanted it more than anything else,' she says. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Vladimir Radmanovic has a hand in Clippers' loss

Newly acquired Bobcat makes three three-pointers in the fourth quarter to help give L.A. a bad end to its seven-game trip. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Alex Rodriguez admits using banned substances

He says he does not know exactly what the substances were. 'I was stupid,' he says. Alex Rodriguez admitted today...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Sports of The Times: Facing Up to Some Truth Is a Start for Rodriguez

At least Alex Rodriguez told a version of what may have been an approximate slice of truth, an improvement over how some other stars have discussed the steroid years.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Feb 2009 | 7:45 am

Warner: Boldin return would make QB's 'easier'

After leading the Arizona Cardinals to an improbable run to the Super Bowl and playing in Sunday's Pro Bowl, Kurt Warner will now have time to rest and contemplate retirement.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 7:40 am

UConn keeps grip as coaches' No. 1

For one week at least, Connecticut has brought stability to the top of the ESPN/USA Today men's college basketball poll.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 7:34 am

Goal: For U.S., an Old Rivalry Resumes in Qualifiers

The United States will open and close the final round of its 10 qualifying matches against Mexico in a meeting of the region’s two burly soccer antagonists.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Feb 2009 | 6:55 am

The Poodle Can’t Talk Now; She’s in With Her Stylist

At the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, poodles are the runaway winner when it comes to the breed with the most extensive grooming needs.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Feb 2009 | 6:53 am

A Steroid Popular for Its Limited Side Effects

One of the two anabolic steroids for which Alex Rodriguez tested positive, according to reports, was Primobolan, a drug that is illegal to sell or market in the United States.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Feb 2009 | 6:47 am

Betty Jameson, an L.P.G.A. Founder, Dies at 89

Ms. Jameson was a Hall of Fame golfer and a founding member of the women’s professional tour.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Feb 2009 | 6:45 am

Sports of The Times: Track Dropped the Baton, but It Can Right Itself

Americans think the United States should dominate track and field, and a task force report suggests how restructuring the sport in the U.S. can make that possible.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Feb 2009 | 6:43 am

Devils 3, Rangers 0: Facing Devils Adds More Drama for the Rangers

The matchup carried enough plot lines for a dramatic miniseries, and the Rangers’ loss to the Devils did nothing to squelch the drama.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Feb 2009 | 6:33 am

Missouri's jumper hands Kansas first Big 12 loss

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Source: ESPN.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 5:52 am

Baseball as a whole should just 'man up'

The sport needs to truly clean up its act and not hope that the steroid issue will fade by opening day. Curt Schilling...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 5:40 am

Teen Logano savors joy ride

The well-wishers have come at Joey Logano from almost every part of Daytona International Speedway's garage. The 18-year-old driver has been inundated with nuggets of information about how to get around...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 5:00 am

76ers rout sinking Suns

Marreese Speights planned to play in blowouts. Win in a rout or get crushed, and Philadelphia's first-round pick would take the court.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 5:00 am

Vonn conquers nerves, downhill

Lindsey Vonn was so nervous she was out of control. A snowstorm in the French Alps forced the postponement of the one race she wanted to win more than any other - the downhill at the world championships...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 5:00 am

Keeping it short, sweet

David Warsofsky hesitated for just a second. He was at the end of his shift on the Boston University penalty kill when teammate Brandon Yip blocked a shot from Northeastern's Mike Hewkin, and the puck...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Feb 2009 | 5:00 am

A-Rod admits taking PEDs during 3-year period

Alex Rodriguez met head-on allegations that he tested positive for steroids six years ago, telling ESPN on Monday that he did take performance-enhancing drugs while playing for the Texas Rangers during a three-year period beginning in 2001.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 4:41 am

Missouri erases 14-point deficit, beats Kansas (AP)

Kansas' Marcus Morris runs into Missouri's Kim English, right, on a shoot, and is called for charging during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Monday, Feb. 9, 2009, in Columbia, Mo. (AP Photo/L.G. Patterson)AP - Zaire Taylor hit a 10-footer from just outside the lane with 1.3 seconds to go, capping No. 17 Missouri's comeback from a 14-point halftime deficit in a 62-60 victory over No. 16 Kansas on Monday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Feb 2009 | 4:41 am

A-Rod's interview a solid first step

Alex Rodriguez admitted he used steroids for three years beginning in 2001 -- and even apologized. Good for him, says Jon Heyman. Now comes the hard part.


Source: SI.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 4:13 am

Stepanek, American Dent move on in San Jose

Fourth-seeded Radek Stepanek needed three sets to beat German qualifier Dominik Meffert, 5-7, 6-3, 6-1 and reach the second round of the SAP Open on Monday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 4:07 am

Fehr denies wrongdoing by Players Association

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Source: SI.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 3:57 am

Defending champ Almagro bests Hocevar in Brazil

Defending champion Nicolas Almagro of Spain beat crowd favorite Ricardo Hocevar 7-6 (4), 7-5 in the first round of the Brazil Open on Monday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 3:34 am

Lee Jenkins: A-Rod proves clutch again in crisis

Alex Rodriguez will have a brutal summer, but admitting guilt was a good move, says Lee Jenkins. He also proved one thing: he's smarter than Barry Bonds.


Source: SI.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 2:34 am

Barkley to return to TNT after All-Star weekend

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Source: SI.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 1:58 am

Mavs' Terry has surgery on hand, no return set

Mavs guard Jason Terry had surgery on his hand on Monday.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 1:41 am

Cowboys offically end Pacman era with release

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Source: SI.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 1:33 am

Big 12 coaches: Illegal recruiting happens often

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Source: SI.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 1:15 am

Report: Barkley back on TV after All-Star Game

Charles Barkley will return to the TNT as an NBA analyst soon after Sunday's All-Star Game, the Sports Business Journal has reported.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 1:03 am

Cowboys officially end Pacman era with release

Troubled cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones became a free agent after being released Monday by the Dallas Cowboys.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 12:57 am

Tennessee self-reports two recruiting violations

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Source: SI.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 12:55 am

QB of the future? Buccaneers re-sign McCown

Luke McCown, who could have become an unrestricted free agent at the end of the month, has been re-signed by the Buccaneers, the team announced Monday afternoon.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 12:23 am

Wolves' Jefferson done for year with torn ACL

The Timberwolves' Al Jefferson is out indefinitely with a torn ACL in his right knee.
Source: ESPN.com | 9 Feb 2009 | 11:03 pm

Feds ask judge to permit Bonds' steroids tests

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Source: SI.com | 9 Feb 2009 | 10:46 pm

China's Li advances to second round in Paris

Li Na of China advanced to the second round of the Open GDF Suez on Monday by beating last year's finalist Agnes Szavay of Hungary 7-6 (6), 6-2.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 9 Feb 2009 | 10:44 pm

Davydenko rolls in Rotterdam; Nadal, Murray on deck

Nikolay Davydenko advanced to the second round at the ABN Amro Monday by beating fellow Russian Igor Andreev 6-3, 6-2.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 9 Feb 2009 | 8:35 pm

Bruce Martin: Drivers, owners applaud the testing ban, more news and notes

Drivers and owners applaud new offseason testing ban, more news.


Source: SI.com | 9 Feb 2009 | 7:59 pm

Engine that's been driving the resurgent Flyers

The Flyers' rise has had a lot to do with the emergence of Jeff Carter.


Source: SI.com | 9 Feb 2009 | 6:09 pm

China's Shuai advances to second round in Thailand

Fifth-seeded Peng Shuai of China reached the second round of the Pattaya Open on Monday when Mara Santangelo of Italy retired with an ankle injury despite leading.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 9 Feb 2009 | 3:43 pm