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Source: ESPN.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 1:11 pm

Zettel wins World Cup women's giant slalom

Kathrin Zettel won a women's World Cup giant slalom Friday ahead of fellow Austrian Elisabeth Goergl. Tanja Poutiainen of Finland was third, while first-run leader Tina Maze of Slovenia...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:59 pm

Prosecutors dismiss charges against former Patriot (AP)

AP - Prosecutors have dismissed weapons and assault charges against former New England Patriots player Willie Andrews, who was accused of pointing a gun at his fiancee's head during an argument.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:58 pm

Prosecutors dismiss charges against former Patriot

Prosecutors have dismissed weapons and assault charges against former New England Patriots player Willie Andrews, who was accused of pointing a gun at his fiancee's head during an argument.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:58 pm

Lee's slam leads South Korea past Taiwan in WBC

Lee Jin-young hit a grand slam in the first inning Friday to power South Korea to a 9-0 win over Taiwan in the World Baseball Classic. Kim Tae-kyun drove in a pair of runs with a single...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:51 pm

Davis Cup picks up multiyear sponsorship

The International Tennis Federation announced that Telefonica has become an official sponsor of the Davis Cup beginning Friday.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:47 pm

Allenby leads, Compton contending at Honda (AP)

AP - Erik Compton's first goal this week at the Honda Classic was playing well enough to be around on Sunday.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:45 pm

ATP gives tournaments $3 million fee reduction

LONDON (Reuters) - The governing body of men's tennis is returning around $3 million in fees to tournaments to help ease the effects of the global economic crisis, the ATP said on Friday.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:44 pm

World Cup downhill win for Osborne-Paradis

Canada's Manuel Osborne-Paradis won a men's World Cup downhill here on Friday ahead of Michael Walchhofer of Austria and Aksel Lund Svindal of Norway. Osborne-Paradis, opening his World...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:42 pm

India's Chowrasia leads Thailand golf open

India's S.S.P. Chowrasia hit top form to storm to an eight-under-par 62 for the second-round lead in the 500,000-dollar Thailand Open Friday. Chowrasia needed only 25 putts at the par-70
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:35 pm

'Melo returns and Nuggets hold off Trail Blazers (AP)

AP - As promised, Carmelo Anthony sprinted straight to the bench when coach George Karl sent in a sub this time. Anthony scored 38 points in his return from a one-game suspension for refusing to come out of a game last weekend, and he led the Denver Nuggets past the Portland Trail Blazers 106-90 Thursday night.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:33 pm

Canadian Manuel Osborne-Paradis wins first career World Cup downhill

KVITFJELL, Norway - Canadian skier Manuel Osborne-Paradis won his first career World Cup downhill Friday, edging Michael Walchhoffer of Austria by 0.31 seconds. The 24-year-old from...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:33 pm

Osborne-Paradis wins men's World Cup downhill

Manuel Osborne-Paradis of Canada won his first career World Cup downhill on Friday, edging Michael Walchhoffer of Austria by 0.31 seconds. Osborne-Paradis covered the 1.9-mile...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:29 pm

Reports of deal for former England captain David Beckham to stay at Milan

MILAN - AC Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani said Friday that negotiations are "on the right track" to keep David Beckham at the Italian club for the rest of the season. Galliani...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:27 pm

What's next for T.O. after Cowboys release star? (AP)

AP - Jerry Jones made it clear, both in action and words: Getting rid of Terrell Owens means a fresh start for the Dallas Cowboys.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:18 pm

What's next for T.O. after Cowboys release star?

Jerry Jones made it clear, both in action and words: Getting rid of Terrell Owens means a fresh start for the Dallas Cowboys. T.O. was released Thursday, ending a three-year run that...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:18 pm

Milan deny Beckham deal done (AFP)

AFP - AC Milan vice president Adriano Galliani denied on Friday that a deal had been agreed with Los Angeles Galaxy to sign David Beckham but said he was feeling 'optimistic'.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:11 pm

IPL will go ahead, declares Modi

The Indian Premier League will go ahead as planned - despite the attack on Sri Lanka's team in Pakistan, insists IPL commissioner Lalit Modi.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Mar 2009 | 10:09 am

Beckham to extend AC Milan stay

David Beckham will stay at AC Milan until the end of the season after a 'timeshare' agreement is reached with Los Angeles Galaxy.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Mar 2009 | 10:06 am

Broad's Lahore claims criticised

Former Pakistan opener Aamir Sohail adds to the wave of criticism against Chris Broad for his comments in the wake of the Lahore terror attack.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Mar 2009 | 9:47 am

Kent coach ponders England role

Kent director of cricket Graham Ford says he has yet to apply for the England job with the applications deadline set for Friday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Mar 2009 | 9:18 am

Avery makes successful return to NHL and Rangers (AP)

AP - Sean Avery found a comfortable spot on the New York Rangers bench — up against the partition that separated it from the New York Islanders, but close enough for them to hear him chirp.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Mar 2009 | 9:00 am

Huskies' Jon Brockman ready for finale at home (AP)

AP - After every game the routine is almost the same: A series of autographs and posing for pictures with kids wearing his jersey, hugs for mom and dad still waiting behind the bench, saying hi to friends hanging around, and then Jon Brockman will finally head home.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:58 am

For Colonial, a Higher Profile and Fewer Surprises in March

As the Colonial Athletic Association’s visibility has increased, it has become more difficult for its teams to earn at-large bids to the N.C.A.A tournament.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:48 am

Men’s Roundup: Villanova Stays Perfect at Home

Scottie Reynolds scored 23 points on Thursday, helping No. 11 Villanova finish a perfect season at the Pavilion with a 97-80 victory against Providence.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:45 am

On Friday, Ivy League Is Often the Only Game in Town

Because of a quirk in college basketball scheduling, a small cadre of savvy Las Vegas gamblers become Ivy League scholars each Friday.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:34 am

NZ v India one-dayer hit by rain

Bad weather forces the second one-day international between New Zealand and India to be abandoned in Wellington.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:33 am

Rangers 4, Islanders 2: For Quickly Remade Rangers, Playoff Push Starts With Win

As seen in Thursday night’s win over the Islanders, fresh starts come in all shapes and sizes and the Rangers are awash in them.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:28 am

Wenger demands tackling crackdown

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger urges the FA to hand out longer punishment for dangerous tackles.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:25 am

Rodriguez to Play With Hip Injury

Alex Rodriguez will play through a labrum tear of his right hip, because surgery would require him to miss four months.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:22 am

SEC commissioner Mike Slive agrees to a three-year contract extension

Southeastern Conference commissioner Mike Slive has agreed to a three-year contract extension.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:14 am

Live - South Africa v Australia scorecard

South Africa take on Australia in Durban in the second of a three-Test series.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:12 am

Avery returns in Rangers' win vs. Islanders

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Source: ESPN.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:08 am

Melo returns with 38 points in Nuggets' victory

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Source: ESPN.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:03 am

Winners and losers of the NFL off-season

Browns, Seahawks and Cowboys should be happy with the way things have gone, but the Broncos might have issues.

The thing about NFL free agency is it's anything but free.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Kings put on a show for new teammate

With Justin Williams watching, the Kings rally from a 3-0 deficit to defeat the Dallas Stars, 5-4, in overtime. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Kings put on a show for new teammate

With Justin Williams watching, the Kings rally from a 3-0 deficit to defeat the Dallas Stars, 5-4, in overtime.

Justin Williams looked every bit the successful young businessman Thursday, wearing a dark suit and light shirt that echoed his claim of being a blue-collar player.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

The latest chapter for Manny Ramirez

New book takes a close look a the slugger, and reveals a shy, yet driven, personality.

"How will Manny do this year? I think Manny will thrive."

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Manny Ramirez is back with Dodgers, and all eyes are upon him

At training camp in Arizona, Ramirez says he's pleased to be back with the Dodgers and hopes to finish his career in L.A. But, he notes, that decision lies with Frank McCourt.

I'm b-a-a-a-ck.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Josh Shipp has a big night for Bruins

Senior scores 22 of his 27 points in the first half to lead UCLA over Oregon State

In case anyone missed it, Josh Shipp has played some decent basketball lately.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Lakers not scared of upcoming road trend

They will play 10 of the next 13 away from home after Friday's game against the Timberwolves.

Kobe Bryant looked at a reporter and gently admonished him Thursday for acting like Stephen King .

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Kobe Bryant welcomes Marta to town

Lakers star, who is also a huge soccer fan, travels by helicopter to watch Marta be introduced by the L.A. Sol.

It won't show up in the NBA statistics, but that was some steal Kobe Bryant made Thursday.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

USC pulls away from last-place Oregon

Trojans have trouble holding leads again but recover in time to get the victory.

It was a victory. Those have been hard to come by for USC's basketball team.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Senior golfers get it

With the economy in the tank, the over-50 bunch continues to do more for the fans.

As the economy moves the world of sports from days of wine and roses to nights of vinegar and thorns, there is a way to do it right and survive.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Manny's back, and everyone loves it

Ramirez's playful return puts the Dodgers in a great frame of mind.

He changes everything, the clubhouse louder, GM Ned Colletti smarter, the crowd for practice bigger, expectations rising, owner Frank McCourt shaking Page 2's hand, the Dodgers' chances of making the playoffs greater.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

USC pulls away from last-place Oregon

Trojans have trouble holding leads again but recover in time to get the victory. It was a victory. Those have...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Kings win on Michael Handzus hat trick

His third and final goal comes 1:31 into overtime to defeat the Stars. Michal Handzus scored his third goal of...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Josh Shipp has a big night for Bruins

Senior scores 22 of his 27 points in the first half to lead UCLA over Oregon State In case anyone missed it, Josh...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Manny's back, and everyone loves it

Ramirez's playful return puts the Dodgers in a great frame of mind. He changes everything, the clubhouse louder, GM Ned Colletti smarter,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Lakers not scared of upcoming road trend

They will play 10 of the next 13 away from home after Friday's game against the Timberwolves. Kobe Bryant looked at a reporter and gently...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Mets’ Redding a Late Starter in Battle for No. 5 Spot

The competition for the fifth-starter role has proceeded for the last two weeks without Tim Redding, a leading candidate, as he strengthens his right shoulder.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 7:57 am

Gatland challenges recalled stars

Warren Gatland says Wales' recalled players can earn a place in the likely Six Nations title decider with Ireland should they impress in Italy.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Mar 2009 | 7:55 am

Turnaround Comes at Right Time for Vaughn and Rutgers

Center Kia Vaughn has become a presence again as the postseason begins for Rutgers, which will play the winner of Friday’s game between Georgetown and Seton Hall.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 7:52 am

N.H.L. Roundup: Newest Flames Lead the Way Against the Flyers

Olli Jokinen scored two goals in his first game for Calgary, and Jordan Leopold, another trade-deadline acquisition, also had a goal, leading the Flames to a 5-1 victory.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 7:50 am

Track Owner Files Chapter 11

In addition to filing for bankruptcy protection, Magna Entertainment Corporation announced that it would sell Gulfstream Park in Florida and other racetracks.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 7:48 am

World Baseball Classic: Japan Opens With Victory Over China

Japan, whose star-studded roster includes five major-leaguers, began its defense of the World Baseball Classic title with a 4-0 win, not the rout many Japanese fans were hoping for.


Source: NYT > Sports | 6 Mar 2009 | 7:44 am

Hip check: A-Rod hopes to play through torn labrum (AP)

AP - While the Los Angeles Dodgers welcomed back Manny Ramirez, the New York Yankees held out hope for Alex Rodriguez.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Mar 2009 | 6:56 am

Xavier cruises to third straight Atlantic 10 title

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Source: ESPN.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 6:56 am

Kings beat Stars 5-4 in OT on Handzus' hat trick (AP)

AP - Michal Handzus scored his third goal of the game at 1:31 of overtime, capping his second career hat trick and rallying the Los Angeles Kings to a 5-4 victory over the Dallas Stars.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Mar 2009 | 6:48 am

Friday's gossip column

Aston Villa want keeper Joe Hart, plus more rumours
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Mar 2009 | 6:37 am

Paul helps Hornets sting Mavs with late surge (Reuters)

Reuters - Chris Paul sparked the New Orleans Hornets into life after the halftime intermission to lead the home team to a runaway 104-88 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Mar 2009 | 6:32 am

Tom Verducci: Spring Postcard: Cardinals resort to college feel at camp

The collegial Cards may exit camp with an all-righties pitching corps.

Source: SI.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 5:53 am

The latest chapter for Manny Ramirez

New book takes a close look a the slugger, and reveals a shy, yet driven, personality. "How will Manny do this...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 5:20 am

Manny Ramirez is back with Dodgers, and all eyes are upon him

At training camp in Arizona, Ramirez says he's pleased to be back with the Dodgers and hopes to finish his career in L.A. But, he notes, that decision lies with Frank McCourt. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 5:15 am

Crosby returns to lead Pens to fifth straight win

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Source: ESPN.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 5:00 am

Lynn English tips Lexington

After a 14-point fourth-quarter lead shrank to 2, it looked as if the Lynn English boys' basketball team could be headed for disappointment in the Division 1 North semifinals against Lexington.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 5:00 am

Newcomers fit right in

Yesterday was the day after. The Wednesday trade deadline passed with numerous teams switching players in an effort to fine-tune their lineups for a playoff run, or unload big salaries and save for the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 6 Mar 2009 | 5:00 am

Torres, 41, wins 50 free in first post-China meet

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- Dara Torres won the 50-meter freestyle in her first competition after the Beijing Olympics.

Source: SI.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 3:28 am

Buffalo Bills' Marshawn Lynch pleads guilty to one gun charge

Buffalo Bills running back Marshawn Lynch pled guilty Thursday to a misdemeanor charge of carrying a firearm in his vehicle.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 3:14 am

A-Rod's injury: How it will impact the Yankees

Surgery or no surgery, Alex Rodriguez's hip injury is just another telltale sign of the aging Yankees' vulnerability this season, writes SI.com's Tom Verducci.

Source: SI.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 3:01 am

New York Yankees Alex Rodriguez's brother Joe says A-Rod out 10 weeks

Alex Rodriguez will have surgery to remove a cyst from his right hip and will be out 10 weeks, Rodriguez's brother told ESPNdeportes.com on Thursday.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 2:50 am

Qualifier King rallies to make quarters in Monterrey

American qualifier Vania King rallied from 6-3, 4-1 down to upset fifth-seeded Agnes Szavay 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 in the Monterrey Open second round on Thursday.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 2:24 am

Dallas Cowboys officially end Terrell Owns' tenure in Dallas

The Dallas Cowboys officially released Terrell Owens on Thursday, ending a three-year run that produced as many big headlines as big plays.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 1:42 am

Bolts prospect out 20 games for slashing official

Tampa Bay farmhand Steve Downie was suspended for 20 games by the American Hockey League on Thursday for slashing an official with his stick late in a Feb. 28 game for the Norfolk Admirals.

Source: SI.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:51 am

Robert Allenby leads after one round at Honda Classic

Robert Allenby has contended at the Honda Classic each of the last two years, so it's no surprise for him to be atop the leaderboard at PGA National.
Source: ESPN.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:40 am

Happy Manny reports to Dodgers camp

PHOENIX (AP) -- Manny Ramirez clambered up the stairs to a rooftop patio jammed with reporters, team employees and television cameras.

Source: SI.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:36 am

Honda team to return as Brawn GP

The former Honda Formula One team has been saved and will contest the 2009 season as Brawn GP.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:20 am

Wild Joba woeful in Yankees' 6-0 loss to Canada

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Joba Chamberlain walked four of the five batters he faced Thursday and failed to get an out in the first inning of the New York Yankees' 6-0 loss to Canada's World Baseball Classic team.

Source: SI.com | 6 Mar 2009 | 12:12 am

Spain-Serbia Davis Cup tie postponed due to wind

The first day of play in Spain's Davis Cup matchup against Serbia was suspended early Friday when strong winds compromised the stadium.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 11:43 pm

Surgery a real option; Yanks say he'd miss 4 months

GLENDALE, Ariz. -- A torn labrum was discovered in Alex Rodriguez's right hip and surgery remains a real option.

Source: SI.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 11:23 pm

A-Rod has torn labrum, hopes to avoid surgery

Alex Rodriguez likely needs surgery to remove a cyst in his right hip and if he has that surgery, he would miss six to eight weeks, SI.com has confirmed.

Source: SI.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 11:23 pm

U.S. seen as favorite in Davis Cup tie versus Swiss

James Blake will play Stanislas Wawrinka then Andy Roddick faces Marco Chiudinelli in the opening singles of the Davis Cup World Group tie between the United States and Switzerland on Friday.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 10:52 pm

Upshaw's widow: Vincent not right for union gig

As the contentious process of electing a new executive director of the NFL Players Association nears its conclusion in less than two weeks, Terri Upshaw, the widow of longtime NFLPA executive director Gene Upshaw, told SI.com on Thursday that she questions whether former union president Troy Vincent would be "the right candidate'' to fill the powerful job her husband held for 25 years before his death in August 2008.

Source: SI.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 10:49 pm

Israeli Ram rips ITF: 'Politics won over sports'

Israel's Andy Ram blasted the International Tennis Federation on Thursday for allowing the Davis Cup series in Sweden to be played in an empty stadium without fans.



Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 2:45 pm

Japan starts WBC title defense with shutout win

TOKYO (AP) -- Japan began the defense of its title with a 4-0 win over China in Thursday's opening game of the World Baseball Classic.

Source: SI.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 1:59 pm