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Source: ESPN.com | 26 Feb 2009 | 2:32 pm

French body confirms doping ban for German cyclist Stefan Schumacher

PARIS - France's anti-doping authority has banned German cyclist Stefan Schumacher from French races for two years after he tested positive for a banned performance enhancer at the 2008...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 2:11 pm

Source: New York Jets plan to part ways with Laveranues Coles

The New York Jets intend to release receiver Laveranues Coles, an NFL source has informed ESPN.com.


Source: ESPN.com | 26 Feb 2009 | 2:01 pm

British pro road race team looks to make mark in Tour de France

LONDON - Seeking to build on its success in Olympic track cycling events, Britain has formed a pro road racing team that it hopes will produce a Tour de France winner within five years.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 2:00 pm

Woods Returns as He Left: A Winner

Tiger Woods won his first-round match at the Accenture Match Play Championships Wednesday, three and two over Brendan Jones of Australia.


Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:54 pm

Demong's mislaid number costs US dear

A bizarre mix-up by Bill Demong ended the medal hopes of the United States in the Nordic Combined team event at the World Championships here on Thursday after he mislaid his competition...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:50 pm

New York Giants sign Brandon Jacobs to $25M contract

A source said on Wednesday that Brandon Jacobs has agreed to a four-year, $25 million extension with the Giants.
Source: ESPN.com | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:49 pm

Murray out of Dubai with a virus

Andy Murray pulls out of his Dubai quarter-final against Richard Gasquet because of a virus.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:43 pm

MyHomePersonalTrainer.com Named Top Fitness Website by Good Housekeeping Magazine

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 26 /PRNewswire/ -- MyHomePersonalTrainer.com, a leading fitness, nutrition and personal training community, has been named a Top Fitness Website by Good...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:43 pm

World governing body of track and field strips Jerome Young of more medals

MONACO - The IAAF has formally stripped American 400-metre runner Jerome Young of more world championship gold medals for doping. The International Association of Athletics Federations...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:40 pm

Juventus midfielder Pavel Nedved to retire at end of the season

TURIN, Italy - Pavel Nedved plans to retire at the end of the season, no matter how well Juventus fares. "I'm still enjoying playing but considering my physical and mental condition I...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:35 pm

Live text - West Indies v England

England, who drop Steve Harmison, make a cautious start after choosing to bat first in the fourth Test against West Indies.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:33 pm

Atlanta Braves preview (The Sporting News)

The Sporting News - When the Braves broke camp last spring, they appeared primed to make a run at returning to the postseason. There won't be the same expectations this year after Atlanta followed a 90-loss season with a disappointing offseason. The Braves lost John Smoltz to the Red Sox, couldn't complete a trade for Jake Peavy, and were spurned by free agents Rafael Furcal, Ken Griffey Jr. and A.J. Burnett. Atlanta's playoff drought is headed for a fourth year.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:15 pm

Gunners profits up

Arsenal registered an increase of more than 20 percent in pre-tax profit for the second half of last year but warned Thursday that the slump in London property values was likely to hit...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:14 pm

Spurs' Duncan out again with right quad tendonosis (AP)

San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan, right, and guard Tony Parker, of France, sit on the bench during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Portland Trail Blazers in San Antonio, Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009. Duncan was sidelined with a leg injury. Parker scored 39 points. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)AP - Spurs forward Tim Duncan missed his second consecutive game Wednesday night, sitting out against Portland with a right leg injury.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:10 pm

Virginia Tech beats No. 12 Clemson 80-77 (AP)

Virginia Tech's Malcolm Delaney (23) takes a shot during the second half of their NCAA college basketball game against Clemson Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009, at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson, S.C.  Virginia Tech defeated Clemson 80-77.(AP Photo/Mary Ann Chastain)AP - Malcolm Delaney scored 26 points and Virginia Tech ended a three-game losing streak with an 80-77 victory over No. 12 Clemson on Wednesday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:08 pm

Crosby-less Pens beat Islanders 1-0 on Sykora goal (AP)

Pittsburgh Penguins' Petr Sykora, left, of the Czech Republic, celebrates with teammate Evgeni Malkin (71), of Russia, after scoring the only goal in the game against the New York Islanders in the third period of the NHL hockey game in Pittsburgh, Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009. The Penguins won 1-0. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)AP - Petr Sykora scored with 2:28 remaining and the Pittsburgh Penguins, badly missing the injured Sidney Crosby, played dismally most of the game but still beat the last-place New York Islanders 1-0 on Wednesday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:08 pm

Buccaneers release Derrick Brooks, 4 others (AP)

This Nov. 30, 2008 file photo shows Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Derrick Brooks watching from the sidelines during their NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints,   in Tampa, Fla. Pro Bowl linebacker Derrick Brooks and four other high-priced veterans have been released by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. (AP Photo/Steve Nesius, File)AP - Derrick Brooks had no explanation for what just happened to him. Brooks, one of the top players in Tampa Bay history, was cut by the Buccaneers Wednesday in a purge of the team's veterans.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:08 pm

Parker, Spurs topple Portland as Duncan sits

With Tim Duncan sidelined for the second straight game, Tony Parker scored 39 points and the Spurs beat the Portland Trail Blazers for an 11th consecutive time in San Antonio, 99-84...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:08 pm

Parker, Spurs topple Portland as Duncan sits (AP)

San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker, right, of France,is defended by Portland Trail Blazers guard Sergio Rodriguez, of Spain, during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game in San Antonio, Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009.  (AP Photo/Eric Gay)AP - With Tim Duncan sidelined for the second straight game, Tony Parker scored 39 points and the Spurs beat the Portland Trail Blazers for an 11th consecutive time in San Antonio, 99-84 Wednesday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:08 pm

AP Source: Dodgers make new offer to Manny Ramirez (AP)

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Joe Torre, right, talks to general manager Ned Colletti during spring training baseball Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)AP - The Los Angeles Dodgers made a fourth bid for Manny Ramirez on Wednesday, this time offering the enigmatic slugger a $25 million, one-year contract with a $20 million player option for 2010.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:04 pm

AP Source: Dodgers make new offer to Manny Ramirez

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a fourth bid for Manny Ramirez on Wednesday, this time offering the enigmatic slugger a $25 million, one-year contract with a $20 million player option for...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:04 pm

IAAF formally strips Jerome Young of more medals

The IAAF has formally stripped American 400-meter runner Jerome Young of more world championship gold medals for doping. The International Association of Athletics Federations said...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 12:58 pm

Calhoun gets No. 800, UConn beats Marquette 93-82 (AP)

Connecticut's coach Jim Calhoun reacts to a foul against his team during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Marquette, Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009,  in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Darren Hauck)AP - Jim Calhoun's 800th career victory came thanks in large part to senior guard A.J. Price, who scored a career-high 36 points as No. 2 Connecticut beat No. 8 Marquette 93-82 on Wednesday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 26 Feb 2009 | 12:57 pm

A-Rod homers in spring debut (AP)

New York Yankees' Alex Rodriguez rounds first base after hitting a  two-run, fourth-inning home run off Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Ricky Romero in a spring training opening baseball game in Dunedin, Fla., Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)AP - Back on the field, Alex Rodriguez was able to put aside the steroids scandal. At least for a little while.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 26 Feb 2009 | 12:55 pm

Juve star Nedved to quit football

Juventus player Pavel Nedved announces he will retire from football at the end of the season.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Feb 2009 | 12:54 pm

Manny Ramirez's agent continues to negotiate with Dodgers

Scott Boras says he's still working with the team on a possible contract for the All-Star slugger, who hasn't accepted the latest two-year, $45-million offer that includes a player option for 2010. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 12:40 pm

Ex-Honda team closes on F1 return

The former Honda team plans to test at Silverstone and Barcelona in the next fortnight, raising hopes it will start the new Formula One season next month.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Feb 2009 | 12:33 pm

Tiger looks strong as ever in Match Play return (AP)

Tiger Woods lines up his putt on the third hole his opening round match against Brendan Jones at the World Golf Championships Accenture Match Play Championship Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009, in Marana, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)AP - Tiger Woods birdied his first hole following an eight-month layoff after knee surgery and says he's pleased with his golf game. The world's No. 1 player says it felt "like business as usual" after beating 33-year-old Brendan Jones in a first-round match at the Accenture Match Play Championship with a 3-up victory. Woods is a three-time winner of this event.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 26 Feb 2009 | 12:32 pm

Arsenal reveal increased profits

Arsenal announce that their profits rose by £4.5m to £24.5m before tax in a report for the six months ending on 30 November 2008.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Feb 2009 | 12:27 pm

Cesnauskis plans to leave Hearts

Hearts winger Deividas Cesnauskis plans to leave the Tynecastle club in the summer unless he is given a run of games before the end of the season.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Feb 2009 | 11:16 am

Feeling Some Relief, the Knicks Move On Without Marbury

Stephon Marbury is finally gone, and the Knicks are looking to move on.


Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2009 | 10:38 am

Beckham Hopes to Revel in the Joys of Milan in the Spring

David Beckham is loving life in Italy, and is hoping to make his transfer to A.C. Milan.


Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2009 | 10:36 am

Magic 114, Knicks 109: Knicks Can Only Tug on Superman’s Cape

Dwight Howard’s thunderous alley-oop dunk helped finish off a victory for the Magic at Madison Square Garden.


Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2009 | 10:36 am

Perfect in Saves in 2008, Phillies’ Lidge Sees Room to Improve

As Brad Lidge prepares for this season, he is trying to focus on preparation, not perfection.


Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2009 | 10:35 am

Bopara poised for England place

Ravi Bopara is set to replace the injured Andrew Flintoff at number six for England's fourth Test against the West Indies in Barbados on Thursday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Feb 2009 | 10:26 am

Stevens set for ERC drug hearing

Matt Stevens will face a European Cup Rugby disciplinary hearing, believed to be on Thursady, in relation to a failed drugs test.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Feb 2009 | 9:51 am

GB boss sets sights on Tour win

A new cycling team is to be set up with the aim of creating a British winner of the Tour de France by 2014.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Feb 2009 | 9:43 am

Blues display frustrates Hiddink

Chelsea boss Guus Hiddink criticises his team for their reaction to going 1-0 up in the Champions League win over Juventus.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Feb 2009 | 9:27 am

Goodell Takes Pay Cut as N.F.L. Sheds Jobs

N.F.L. commissioner Roger Goodell has taken a 20 percent pay cut and the league staff has been trimmed by 15 percent because of a reeling economy.


Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2009 | 8:23 am

N.F.L. Roundup: After Big Year, Giants’ Jacobs Is Rewarded With New Deal

A long-term contract announced by the Giants and their star running back Brandon Jacobs could keep him with the team for up to four years and pay him as much as $25 million.


Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2009 | 8:16 am

Roundup: Barney Frank Calls Stadium Naming Rights an ‘Ego Boost’

Representative Barney Frank, the chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, is not a fan of stadium naming-rights deals.


Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2009 | 8:13 am

Lakers' defense will get tested by Suns, Nuggets

L.A.'s leaky defense will face Phoenix (twice) and Denver over the next three games. Suns and Nuggets are among league leaders in points scored. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Tiger Woods dominates like no one else

Text messages from press row . . . Has any competitor ever meant more to his sport -- in terms of creating buzz, drawing fans, etc. --...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

The Clippers can help you kill a couple of hours

And though they often perform in the shadow of the Sparks, they are inarguably one of L.A.'s top four or five basketball teams. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Tiger Woods returns with a bang

After an eight-month layoff, Woods hits a 301-yard drive, goes birdie-eagle and finally beats Australia's Brendan Jones, 3 and 2. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Angels' relievers look sharp in opening victory

Scot Shields and Jose Arredondo retire the side in order in a 12-3 win over the White Sox. Mike Napoli and Hank Conger spark offense. This...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Economy won't deter Angels' efforts, Arte Moreno says

The reigning American League West champions hope to keep filling the seats despite the economic downturn. Putting a competitive team on the field and catering to longtime fans are among the keys. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Inconsistent UCLA faces a different kind of final four

The Bruins want to show a sense of urgency as they enter their last four Pac-10 games. UCLA's ritual this time...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Pac-10 standings are far from set

Trojans and Bears haven't exactly gone according to their predictions, but they still could wind up anywhere in the final two weeks. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Zach Randolph helps Clippers stun Celtics

He scores 30 points and makes the winning basket on a follow shot with 19.4 seconds to play. The extras stepped...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2009 | 8:00 am

Sports of The Times: On Some Subjects, Athletes Prefer a Silent Approach

Why has there been no public reaction to The New York Post’s dead chimpanzee cartoon from N.B.A. players, many of whom were visible and vocal during the presidential campaign?


Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2009 | 7:58 am

N.B.A. Roundup: Devin Harris Scores 42 to Lead Nets Over Bulls

Devin Harris scored 19 of his 42 points in the fourth quarter and carried the Nets at home for the second straight game in a 111-99 victory over the Chicago Bulls.


Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2009 | 7:56 am

Randolph's 30 drive Clippers' upset of Celtics

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Source: ESPN.com | 26 Feb 2009 | 7:48 am

Maryland gets close, but No. 7 Duke holds on

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Source: ESPN.com | 26 Feb 2009 | 7:18 am

Source: Los Angeles Dodgers meet with Scott Boras over Manny Ramirez

A source said that the Dodgers met with Manny Ramirez's agent on Wednesday.
Source: ESPN.com | 26 Feb 2009 | 7:14 am

Parker leads way as Spurs win minus Duncan

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Source: ESPN.com | 26 Feb 2009 | 6:36 am

Scandal jeopardizes Nats GM's job

Washington Nationals general manager Jim Bowden's job is in jeopardy, according to people familiar with the situation.


Source: SI.com | 26 Feb 2009 | 5:52 am

Wings lose Hossa in rout of NHL-best Sharks

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Source: ESPN.com | 26 Feb 2009 | 5:51 am

Washington Nationals to fire special assistant Jose Rijo in wake of prospect age scandal

The Washington Nationals have decided to fire special assistant Jose Rijo and will shut down the team's academy in the Dominican Republic, several baseball sources have confirmed.
Source: ESPN.com | 26 Feb 2009 | 4:32 am

Marquette's Dominic James out for year with broken foot

Dominic James' career at Marquette is over after the senior guard broke a bone in his foot in Wednesday night's 93-82 loss to No. 2 Connecticut.
Source: ESPN.com | 26 Feb 2009 | 3:55 am

Almagro prevails after lengthy match in Acapulco

Defending champion Nicolas Almagro endured more than 2 1/2 hours on clay to reach the Mexican Open quarterfinals, but two-time winner Carlos Moya lost in the second round on Wednesday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 26 Feb 2009 | 2:11 am

Upshaw had proof Vincent leaked info

With the NFL Players Association having outside legal counsel investigate whether former union president Troy Vincent improperly released confidential information about agents to a longtime friend and business partner, sources tell SI.com that one revelation expected to come to light is that former NFLPA executive director Gene Upshaw had collected numerous internal e-mails from Vincent allegedly proving that he disclosed the privileged information.


Source: SI.com | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:27 am

A-Rod homers in debut, leaves in cousin's SUV

DUNEDIN, Fla. (AP) -- In his first game since admitting he used a banned substance, Alex Rodriguez was booed and responded with a home run.


Source: SI.com | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:11 am

Giants' Jacobs gets $25M

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- Less than two weeks after putting a franchise tag on him, the New York Giants signed bruising halfback Brandon Jacobs to a four-year, $25 million contract on Wednesday.


Source: SI.com | 26 Feb 2009 | 1:01 am

Djokovic, Murray advance to quarterfinals in Dubai

Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray led the top six seeds into the quarterfinals of the Dubai Championships on Wednesday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 26 Feb 2009 | 12:11 am

Rochus outplays Querrey for upset in Delray Beach

Christophe Rochus Belgium upset second-seeded American Sam Querrey 6-4, 6-1 at the Delray Beach International on Wednesday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 11:25 pm

Chris Mannix: Moore a better addition for Celtics than Marbury

Stephon Marbury has a notorious attitude and may not even be able to play anymore, writes Chris Mannix. So why in the world are the Celtics interested?


Source: SI.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 10:18 pm

Tejada ditches WBC after D.R. wants him at 1B

KISSIMMEE, Florida (AP) -- Miguel Tejada will not play for the Dominican Republic in next month's World Baseball Classic.


Source: SI.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 9:06 pm

Seeing genius in the 'Mozart of overmanagers'

It's a strange feeling, but I think I actually like Tony La Russa. A lot.


Source: SI.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 8:37 pm

Lee Jenkins: Spring Postcard: With respectable pop in lineup, A's on the rise again

With some new pop in their lineup, the A's are suddenly on the rise.


Source: SI.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 6:18 pm

NFL commish Goodell takes 20 percent pay cut

NEW YORK (AP) -- NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has taken a 20 percent pay cut and the league staff has been trimmed by 15 percent because of a reeling economy.


Source: SI.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 5:44 pm

Center of storm, Israel's Ram loses in Dubai

An Israeli doubles player taking part in a controversial Dubai tournament a week after a fellow Israeli was barred from entering the country has lost his opening match.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 25 Feb 2009 | 1:05 pm