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Source: ESPN.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 2:40 pm

Favre tells agent to tell Jets he plans to retire

Brett Favre has instructed agent Bus Cook to inform the New York Jets today that he plans to retire.
Source: ESPN.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 2:40 pm

Warriors 144, Knicks 127: Knicks Lose as Shots and Accusations Fly

No one smiled or tried to put the slightest positive spin on an unsightly rout that left the Knicks hobbled and humiliated.


Source: NYT > Sports | 11 Feb 2009 | 2:20 pm

Chelsea appoint Hiddink as caretaker coach (AFP)

Chelsea have appointed Russia manager Guus Hiddink, seen here in 2008, as their temporary coach until the end of the season.(AFP/File/Yuri Kadobnov)AFP - Chelsea have appointed Russia manager Guus Hiddink as their temporary coach until the end of the season, the Premier League club announced here Wednesday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 11 Feb 2009 | 2:20 pm

U.S. Soccer Team Prizes Cohesion in Quest for World Cup

Carlos Bocanegra and other veterans help U.S. Coach Bob Bradley emphasize consistency to young players deputized for the final push to the World Cup in South Africa.


Source: NYT > Sports | 11 Feb 2009 | 2:20 pm

Sports of The Times: A World Cup Qualifier. In Ohio. In February. Cool.

The coach of Mexico sees the Americans’ scheduling a World Cup qualifier in mid-Ohio in mid-February as fair play.


Source: NYT > Sports | 11 Feb 2009 | 2:19 pm

Dutchman Hiddink takes over as Chelsea manager

The Dutch coach of Russia's national team was chosen to manage Chelsea of the Premier League for the rest of the season. Guus Hiddink, a 62-year-old Dutchman, replaces Luiz Felipe...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 2:18 pm

10-Year-Old Spaniel Completes Comeback

Stump, a Sussex spaniel, became the oldest dog to win Best in Show at the Westminster Kennel Club.


Source: NYT > Sports | 11 Feb 2009 | 2:16 pm

Thumb surgery knocks Vonn out of giant slalom

Lindsey Vonn will miss Thursday's giant slalom race at the World Championships while recovering from surgery on her right thumb.
Source: ESPN.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 2:13 pm

Prince left out of S Africa squad

Batsman Ashwell Prince fails to regain his place in the South Africa for the forthcoming Test against Australia.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 11 Feb 2009 | 2:10 pm

Chelsea appoint Hiddink as caretaker coach

Chelsea have appointed Russia manager Guus Hiddink as their temporary coach until the end of the season, the Premier League club announced Wednesday. "Chelsea Football Club is delighted...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 2:04 pm

Guus Hiddink appointed temporary Chelsea manager

of the season, the Premier League club said Wednesday. The 62-year-old Dutchman will meet his new players later this week ahead of Saturday's FA Cup match at Watford. He succeeds Luiz...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 2:04 pm

Vonn's thumb injury knocks her out of giant slalom

Lindsey Vonn will miss Thursday's giant slalom at the world championships while recovering from surgery on her right thumb. The 24-year-old American had surgery Tuesday on a damaged...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 2:02 pm

Mars North America Inks NASCAR Marketing Partnership With International Speedway Corporation (ISC)

New Partnership Features Designation and Promotional Rights At Select ISC Facilities HACKETTSTOWN, N.J., Feb. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Mars North America announced a...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 2:00 pm

New Zealand Maori win haka fight

New Zealand's government acknowledges Maori ownership of the haka dance used by the All Blacks rugby team.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 11 Feb 2009 | 1:54 pm

Guus Hiddink takes over as Chelsea manager for rest of the season

temporary coach of Chelsea. The Premier League club said Hiddink, who will serve as coach until the end of the season, will meet the players later this week. "The club would like to...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 1:43 pm

Spain stays top of FIFA world rankings, Canada falls two spots

ZURICH - European champion Spain stayed top of FIFA's world rankings published Wednesday and there was no change among the world's top 10 teams. European rivals Germany, Netherlands...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 1:41 pm

Golfing great Seve Ballesteros awaits tests from chemo

MADRID - Golf great Seve Ballesteros is awaiting further medical tests results after completing a second round of chemotherapy. The five-time major winner said in a message posted on...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 1:39 pm

Hiddink appointed temporary Chelsea manager

Chelsea says Guus Hiddink has been chosen to replace fired coach Luiz Felipe Scolari until the end of the season. The Premier League club said Wednesday in a statement that Hiddink will...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 1:38 pm

Hiddink takes over at Chelsea next week

BELEK, Turkey (Reuters) - Russia coach Guus Hiddink will take over as Chelsea manager until the end of the season from next week, he told Reuters Wednesday.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 1:36 pm

Asif to appeal against drugs ban

Pakistan bowler Mohammad Asif is to appeal against a one-year ban imposed after he tested positive for nandrolone.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 11 Feb 2009 | 1:19 pm

Chelsea confirm Hiddink as coach

Chelsea announce that Guus Hiddink will take over as temporary coach.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 11 Feb 2009 | 1:14 pm

Ballesteros awaits test results from chemo (AP)

AP - Golf great Seve Ballesteros is awaiting further test results after completing a second round of chemotherapy.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 11 Feb 2009 | 12:40 pm

Tejada due in federal court in steroids case (AP)

This is an April 3, 2008 file photo showing Houston Astros' Miguel Tejada during a baseball game in San Diego. All-Star shortstop Miguel Tejada has been charged with lying to Congress about steroids. Tejada is scheduled to appear in court Wednesday Feb. 11, 2009 where he is expected to plead guilty.  (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi, File)AP - The Houston Astros' Miguel Tejada is headed to court to answer charges of lying to Congress, the latest athlete to face criminal prosecutors over the scourge of performance-enhancing drugs in pro sports.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 11 Feb 2009 | 12:38 pm

China's Peng first into quarters in Pattaya

Fifth-seeded Peng Shuai of China became the first player to reach the quarterfinals of the WTA's Pattaya Open with a second round 7-6 (7-4) 6-0 victory over Galina Voskoboeva of Kazakhstan on Wednesday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 12:02 pm

Arsenal's Adebayor wins Caf award

Togo and Arsenal striker Emmanuel Adebayor is named the Confederation of African Football's Player of the Year.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 11 Feb 2009 | 11:08 am

Heskey to boost England's options

England have no new injury worries ahead of their friendly against Spain on Wednesday, with Emile Heskey expected to be fit.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 11 Feb 2009 | 10:52 am

Kinnear set for heart operation

Newcastle United manager Joe Kinnear is set to undergo heart bypass surgery, BBC Sport understands.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 11 Feb 2009 | 9:43 am

Sharks rally with 3 in 3rd to beat Bruins at home (AP)

AP - The Boston Bruins waited for the San Jose Sharks to come to town, wanting the opportunity to show they were the best team in the NHL.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 11 Feb 2009 | 9:09 am

Reynolds lifts No. 13 Villanova past Marquette (AP)

Marquette coach Buzz Williams calls out a play in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Villanova, Pa., Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009. Villanova won 102-84. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)AP - Villanova has gone 3-point happy.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 11 Feb 2009 | 9:09 am

Cavs coach fumes after late foul costs them (AP)

Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger (33) is fouled by Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James near the end of  of an NBA basketball game in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009. Granger hit one free throw to help Indiana win, 96-95. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)AP - Mike Brown will gladly take the fine — if it makes a difference in the calls LeBron James gets.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 11 Feb 2009 | 9:08 am

Eriksson plays down Pompey link

Sven-Goran Eriksson says he is happy as Mexico boss, despite being linked to the Portsmouth managerial role.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 11 Feb 2009 | 9:00 am

How badly has A-Rod's marketing value been hurt? (AP)

In this video frame grab, 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 image transformed in a three-day span, costing himself millions of dollars in future endorsements.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 11 Feb 2009 | 8:40 am

Keeping Championship Bloodlines Alive

Improved technology has made the use of frozen sperm commonplace at the breeding of dog shows. One dog at the Westminster show was bred using 25-year-old sperm.


Source: NYT > Sports | 11 Feb 2009 | 8:36 am

Curry Focuses on Getting Back in the Game

With controversy and heartache filling the early part of this year for Eddy Curry, he wants nothing more than to return from an injured knee for the Knicks.


Source: NYT > Sports | 11 Feb 2009 | 8:25 am

Jayawardene quits Sri Lanka role

Batsman Mahela Jayawardene is to step down as Sri Lanka captain after the forthcoming tour to Pakistan.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 11 Feb 2009 | 8:24 am

Lakers win seventh in a row

Kobe Bryant scores 34 points and Pau Gasol 22 in win over the tenacious Thunder. A six-game, 10-day trip left...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Dog show makes a mess of things

Nobody likes an ugly dog, except the judges at Madison Square Garden I smell like dog, like everyone and everything...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Kings beat Islanders in shootout

Jack Johnson scores the only goal in the final round of the shootout. After the Kings trailed the New York Islanders...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Little guards go a long way against USC

The Trojans, whose starting guards are 6-5, have struggled to contain small, quick players like UCLA's Darren Collison, Washington's Isaiah Thomas and Arizona's Nic Wise. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Angels showing serious interest in Bobby Abreu

They are expected to sign the free-agent outfielder before the start of spring training Saturday. The Angels,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Antonio Margarito's license is revoked for a year

Fighter and trainer are held responsible for illegal hand wraps before last month's fight against Shane Mosley. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

It might be a lot of yawners for Lakers.

With the best record in the league, Lakers don't have a lot of marquee games left. Arf.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Andrew Bynum updates Lakers on his injured knee

The center tells Coach Phil Jackson he has flexibility in his right knee, which he hurt on Jan. 31. A little over a week after leaving...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Top seed Roddick rolls in ATP opener (AFP)

US top seed Andy Roddick (pictured) needed only 63 minutes to dispatch Swedish qualifier Michael Ryderstedt 6-0, 7-6 (7/3) in a first-round match at a 600,000-dollar ATP hardcourt tournament.(AFP/File/William West)AFP - US top seed Andy Roddick needed only 63 minutes to dispatch Swedish qualifier Michael Ryderstedt 6-0, 7-6 (7/3) in a first-round match at a 600,000-dollar ATP hardcourt tournament.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 11 Feb 2009 | 7:41 am

Moores appointed Lancashire coach

Lancashire name Peter Moores as head coach - five weeks after he was axed from the same role with the England team.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 11 Feb 2009 | 7:26 am

Staten Island Doctor Faces Charges in Steroid Case

The doctor, Richard Lucente, was charged on Tuesday with operating a walk-in clinic that illegally prescribed steroids to more than 200 customers.


Source: NYT > Sports | 11 Feb 2009 | 7:23 am

G.M. Says Yanks and Rodriguez Will ‘Deal With It’

Yankees Manager Joe Girardi praised Alex Rodriguez’s candor and said he did not think his admission of using steroids would plague the Yankees.


Source: NYT > Sports | 11 Feb 2009 | 7:10 am

Old dog, new trick: Spaniel wins Westminster

A Sussex spaniel became the oldest best in show winner at Westminster on Tuesday.
Source: ESPN.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 6:41 am

N.H.L. Roundup: Avery Is Headed to Hartford to Play for Rangers’ Affiliate

Without a minor league affiliate, the Dallas Stars assigned Sean Avery to the Rangers’ affiliate. That could portend his return to New York, if he clears waivers.


Source: NYT > Sports | 11 Feb 2009 | 6:36 am

Men’s Roundup: Villanova Dominates Marquette

Scottie Reynolds scored 27 points for 13th-ranked Villanova, which continued its dominant Big East run with a 102-84 victory over No. 10 Marquette.


Source: NYT > Sports | 11 Feb 2009 | 6:36 am

Re-leaguing proposal sparks an uproar

Plan to create a four-team football-only league that would include Oaks Christian and Ventura St. Bonaventure brings public-vs.-private school friction to surface. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 6:18 am

Bryant reaches 23,000 in win over Thunder (AP)

AP - Kobe Bryant showed no lingering effects from the flu, scoring 34 points and becoming the youngest player in NBA history to reach 23,000 in the Los Angeles Lakers' 105-98 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 11 Feb 2009 | 6:15 am

Sharks dominate 3rd, close gap on NHL-best B's

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Source: ESPN.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 6:01 am

Donald Fehr: Steroids list to remain secret

Baseball players' union chief calls it 'unlikely' that the 103 besides Alex Rodriguez who failed a test in 2003 would be identified. Some players want all of the names released. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 11 Feb 2009 | 5:18 am

Jeter awaits media horde before talking A-Rod

Derek Jeter watched Alex Rodriguez's confession on television but plans to put off discussing it publicly until the entire media mob that covers the New York Yankees arrives for spring training.
Source: ESPN.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 4:28 am

Ex-union boss Miller blasts baseball 'witch hunt'

Players Association founder Marvin Miller defends the baseball union's conduct and accuses the federal government and major drug testing bodies of engaging in a "witch hunt" against prominent athletes.
Source: ESPN.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 4:25 am

Santana throws but likely won't suit up for WBC

Johan Santana threw off a mound on Tuesday but plans to decline an invitation to pitch for Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic at the request of the Mets, who want their pitching ace to be careful with his recovery from knee surgery.
Source: ESPN.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 4:05 am

Tejada charged with lying; guilty plea expected

All-Star shortstop Miguel Tejada has been charged with lying to Congress about steroids. Tejada is scheduled to appear in court Wednesday where he is expected to plead guilty.
Source: ESPN.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 3:56 am

Cavs' Williams replaces Bosh for East All-Stars

Mo Williams is headed to the All-Star Game after all.
Source: ESPN.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 3:52 am

Defending champ Roddick off to good start in San Jose

Defending champion Andy Roddick got off to another solid start at the SAP Open, beating qualifier Michael Ryderstedt 6-0, 7-6 (3) Tuesday to advance to the second round.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 3:20 am

James' late foul costs Cavs in loss to Pacers (AP)

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James reacts to a turnover during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Indiana Pacers in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009. Indiana won 96-95. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)AP - LeBron James did it all Tuesday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 11 Feb 2009 | 3:08 am

Margarito busted for wrapping hand vs. Mosley

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Source: SI.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 2:14 am

Tejada charged with lying, likely to plead guilty

Read full story for latest details.


Source: SI.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 1:47 am

Appeals court to decide fate of MLB's doping list

Read full story for latest details.


Source: SI.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 1:44 am

Tom Verducci: A-Rod interview raised more questions than answers

The admission was wise, but there were parts of A-Rod's interview that did not sit well -- especially when you look closer at his answers, explains Tom Verducci.


Source: SI.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 1:00 am

Michael McCann: Alex Rodriguez's name is out -- will 103 others follow?

Now that A-Rod's name is out, will the other 103 players be exposed?


Source: SI.com | 11 Feb 2009 | 12:59 am

Solid players who were underrated recruits

Do not fret over recruiting ratings. Here are 25 overlooked studs.


Source: SI.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 11:34 pm

Robredo eases into second round at Brazil Open

Second-seeded Tommy Robredo of Spain made short work of his first Brazil Open match in seven years, beating local wild card Thiago Alves 6-4, 6-2 on Tuesday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 11:34 pm

Cavs' Williams an All-Star

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Source: SI.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 10:51 pm

Brazil hires Spain's Emilio Sanchez Vicario to lead revival

Former Spain Davis Cup captain Emilio Sanchez Vicario was picked to reinvigorate tennis in Brazil, which only has two players ranked in the top 100.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 9:29 pm

How Lakers, Spurs stack up among contenders

The Suns appear to be a team in decline. But should they consider trading Amare Stoudemire at the deadline? Our analysts disagree on the smart Amare move.


Source: SI.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 9:22 pm

Don Banks: Breaking down 11 new NFL coaches

What's ahead for the NFL's 11 new head coaches in 2009 and beyond.


Source: SI.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 6:41 pm

SI swimsuit models: Hantuchova, Kirilenko, Golovin

Women's tennis players Daniela Hantuchova of the Czech Republic, Maria Kirilenko of Russia and Tatiana Golovin of France are featured in the swimsuit issue of American magazine 'Sports Illustrated.'

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 6:25 pm

Radwanska advances in Paris; Vaidisova falls again

Agnieszka Radwanska beat Oxana Lyubtsova 6-1, 6-1 Tuesday in the first round of the Open GDF Suez, and Monica Niculescu, Nathalie Dechy and Emilie Loit also advanced to the second round.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 5:39 pm

Sharapova shooting for March return to tour

Maria Sharapova's return to tennis is still on hold, and even the Russian is not sure when her injured right shoulder will be ready.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 5:18 pm

Ferrer rallies to overcome Melzer in Rotterdam

Andy Murray rebounded from his unexpected early exit from the Australian Open by trouncing two-time finalist Ivan Ljubicic 6-3, 6-2 at the AMN Amro on Tuesday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Feb 2009 | 5:01 pm