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Source: ESPN.com | 14 Mar 2009 | 1:35 pm

Orange getting their fill at Big East tourney (AP)

Syracuse's Eric Devendorf celebrates after hitting a 3-point basket against West Virginia in the second half of a semifinal NCAA college basketball game at the Big East men's tournament Friday, March 13, 2009 at Madison Square Garden in New York. West Virginia's Wellington Smith, right, walks by. Syracuse won 74-69. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)AP - Jim Boeheim shook his head in disbelief, just like everybody else inside Madison Square Garden had a few minutes earlier, when Syracuse and West Virginia were tied at the end of regulation.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Mar 2009 | 12:48 pm

Torres the key as Liverpool seek to rein in United (AFP)

Liverpool's Fernando Torres (front) vies with Manchester City's Nedum Onuoha during a Premier League match in Liverpool, north west England, on February 22. Torres has handed Liverpool a massive boost ahead of Saturday's must-win clash with Manchester United by predicting that he will be 100 percent fit in time for the lunchtime kick-off.(AFP/File/Glyn Kirk)AFP - Fernando Torres has handed Liverpool a massive boost ahead of Saturday's must-win clash with Manchester United by predicting that he will be 100 percent fit in time for the lunchtime kick-off.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Mar 2009 | 12:46 pm

Live text - SPL

Hibernian entertain Hearts in the lunchtime Edinburgh derby ahead of three other games in the Scottish Premier League.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Mar 2009 | 12:03 pm

Svindal Clinches World Cup Overall

Aksel Lund Svindal of Norway has clinched his second World Cup overall title when Benjamin Raich of Austria straddled a gate in the opening run and was disqualified.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 11:40 am

Svindal wins overall World Cup ski title

Norway's Aksel Lund Svindal won the World Cup overall title for the second time here Saturday when his sole remaining rival, Benjamin Raich of Austria, dramatically crashed out of the first
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 11:31 am

Live text - Premier League

Leaders Man Utd host Liverpool in Saturday's crucial early Premier League game, with six more matches to come.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Mar 2009 | 11:30 am

Grange wins World Cup slalom title

France's Jean-Baptiste Grange won the World Cup slalom title at the finals here on Saturday. The 24-year-old Grange went into the season's final race with a 49 points advance over Ivica...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 11:16 am

SCORECARD:

Here are the sports results from Friday. NHL Columbus 5 Chicago 3 Vancouver 4 Los Angeles 2 WHL Prince Albert 5 Saskatoon 4 (SO) Brandon 8 Moose Jaw 0 Everett 5...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 11:08 am

Indonesia submits bid to host World Cup

Indonesia has submitted its bid to host the 2018 or 2022 World Cup, a bid official said Saturday. The deadline for submissions of final bids is March 16, and Nugraha Besoes, secretary...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 11:07 am

Henrik Sedin scores 100th and 101st career goals as Canucks down Kings

VANCOUVER, B.C. - Henrik Sedin's 100th NHL career goal could not have come at a better time Friday night - and his 101st was pretty timely, too. The Canuck centre's twin markers 30...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 10:16 am

Friday's action on the boards

Don't expect Detroit guard Richard Hamilton to give up his spot in the starting lineup again this season. Antonio McDyess certainly doesn't want him to. Hamilton had 24 points and a...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 10:12 am

Kuznetsova suffers shock defeat

Sixth seed Svetlana Kuznetsova falls to a a surprise defeat at Indian Wells, losing to wildcard Urszula Radwanska.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Mar 2009 | 9:57 am

Lee determined to win Ashes place

Australia bowler Brett Lee is hoping his forthcoming spell in the Indian Premier League will help him regain fitness ahead of the Ashes series.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Mar 2009 | 9:52 am

A Little More Drama for Syracuse, a Lot Less Overtime

With its players’ legs tender from exhaustion after Thursday’s marathon game against UConn, Syracuse beat West Virginia, 74-69, and won a ticket to the Big East final.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 9:46 am

Raich error hands Svindal World Cup crown

ARE, Sweden (Reuters) - Norway's Aksel Lund Svindal won a second World Cup title Saturday after his only rival for the overall crown, Austria's Benjamin Raich, straddled a gate in the last...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 9:12 am

Svindal clinches World Cup overall

Aksel Lund Svindal of Norway has clinched his second World Cup overall title when Benjamin Raich of Austria straddled a gate in the opening run of the final slalom of the season and was...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 8:50 am

NZ crush India in consolation win

New Zealand thrash India by eight wickets to finish their one-day series against India on a high.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Mar 2009 | 8:32 am

Orange getting their fill at Big East tourney

Jim Boeheim shook his head in disbelief, just like everybody else inside Madison Square Garden had a few minutes earlier, when Syracuse and West Virginia were tied at the end of regulation.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 8:26 am

Mickelson leads, Woods falls off pace at Doral (AP)

Tiger Woods chips onto the 13th green during the second round at the CA Championship golf tournament Friday, March 13, 2009, in Doral, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)AP - Phil Mickelson is driving the ball long and straight, chipping it perhaps better than ever, and leads the CA Championship field in putting by a wide margin.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Mar 2009 | 8:25 am

Mickelson leads, Woods falls off pace at Doral

Phil Mickelson is driving the ball long and straight, chipping it perhaps better than ever, and leads the CA Championship field in putting by a wide margin. Through two rounds, he leads...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 8:25 am

Brewers' Weeks isn't letting criticism get to him (AP)

Milwaukee Brewers second baseman Rickie Weeks fails to bare-hand a hit by Chicago White Sox's Jermaine Dye during the second inning of a spring training baseball game in Phoenix, Wednesday, March 11, 2009. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)AP - Rickie Weeks understands he gets the brunt of the criticism around the Brewers because of his well-documented struggles.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Mar 2009 | 8:25 am

Syracuse goes OT again for win over West Virginia (AP)

Syracuse's Rick Jackson dunks the ball against West Virginia in the second half of a semifinal NCAA college basketball game at the Big East men's tournament Friday, March 13, 2009 at Madison Square Garden in New York. Syracuse won 74-69. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)AP - Syracuse went five more minutes instead of five more overtimes.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Mar 2009 | 8:25 am

Vermette leads Blue Jackets past Blackhawks (AP)

Chicago Blackhawks' Matt Walker, left, and Columbus Blue Jackets' Jared Boll fight  during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Friday, March 13, 2009, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Skip Stewart)AP - Antoine Vermette has been a perfect — yes, perfect — trade-deadline addition for the playoff-hungry Columbus Blue Jackets.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Mar 2009 | 8:21 am

LeBron's 51 points give Cavs the Central title (AP)

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) is fouled under the basket by Sacramento Kings defenders Andres Nocioni from Argentina, left, and Spencer Hawes, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Sacramento, Calif., Friday, March  13, 2009.(AP Photo/Steve Yeater)AP - The Cleveland Cavaliers are champions again, though not playing championship-caliber basketball on the defensive end.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Mar 2009 | 8:20 am

England women secure crucial win

Charlotte Edwards top scores with 57 and then takes 4-37 as England beat New Zealand by 31 runs at the Women's World Cup.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Mar 2009 | 8:17 am

World Baseball Classic: Dutch G.M.’s Son Taught Him Never to Give Up

Robert Eenhoorn, a former Yankee, is the caretaker of Dutch baseball. He is also a father who has endured the most horrific of experiences in watching his son die at age 6.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:59 am

Veteran Trainer Plans to Walk Off Into the Sunset

Larry Jones, a vigorous 52-year-old trainer of Triple Crown candidates, plans to walk away from horse racing just when he has reached the top.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:27 am

Sports of The Times: A Reminder of Why the Game Matters

The classic between Syracuse and Connecticut at Madison Square Garden on Thursday was a game to remember.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:26 am

Sports Business: Comcast and NFL Network Continue to Haggle

Comcast and the NFL Network have exchanged offers that would extend their deal as they await a legal decision in their long-running distribution fight.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:19 am

Baylor Keeps Barreling Through Big 12

For the first time in 25 meetings, the ninth-seeded Bears beat fifth-seeded Texas, 76-70, in Friday’s Big 12 semifinals.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:18 am

N.C.A.A. Roundup: L.S.U. Ousts Kentucky, Putting Wildcats’ Streak in Danger

The 67-58 loss to No. 20 Louisiana State in the quarterfinals of the Southeastern Conference tournament jeopardizes Kentucky’s streak of 17 consecutive N.C.A.A. appearances.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:18 am

Sports Museum Files Petition in Court

The Sports Museum of America, which opened in lower Manhattan last May and closed last month, filed a Chapter 7 liquidation petition Friday.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:18 am

Knicks 102, Timberwolves 94: Knicks Move Up and Move On to Cavs

The Knicks muddled through an ugly 102-94 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves and proclaimed themselves ready for Sunday’s game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.


Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:15 am

The Rams release wide receiver Torry Holt on Friday

After they failed to gain trade value, the Rams announced Friday they have released wide receiver Torry Holt.
Source: ESPN.com | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:09 am

Desperation works to USC's advantage

Trojans make their NCAA push with victory over UCLA.

USC and UCLA , cross-town rivals who met downtown for a change, went body-and-soul against each other at Staples Center on Friday with a possible Pac-10 tournament title in the balance.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Trojans become bid players with upset of Bruins

USC stuns UCLA to reach Pac-10 final, and can reach the NCAA tournament by beating Arizona State today.

Two thousand miles away, the NCAA selection committee is watching.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

UCLA, USC women advance to Pac-10 tournament semifinals

The Bruins defeat Oregon State, 62-56; and the Trojans knock off No. 16 Arizona State, 70-65. UCLA's 62-56 comeback...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Six-overtime game is basketball at its best

Syracuse survives a New York marathon.

It was long past midnight, headed for 2 a.m., when Syracuse guard Jonny Flynn sat on the podium and gave some thought to his lower appendages.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Kings lose their way on the road again

After fifth consecutive loss away from home, they remain five points out of a playoff spot in the NHL's Western Conference. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Family history says Dinara Safina will rise to the top

A No. 1 ranking would match the feat of her brother Marat Safin, a former men's No. 1.

For Dinara Safina, it is time. Lil' sister deserves her own picture over the fireplace.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Will there be a double Dutch surprise in World Baseball Classic?

The Netherlands' upset of the Dominican Republic was the most stunning development of the first round. But getting to the semifinals presents a whole new set of challenges.

Times staff writer Kevin Baxter looks at the World Baseball Classic as it moves to Miami and San Diego this weekend:


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Phil Mickelson has 10-stroke lead over Tiger Woods at Doral

Mickelson shoots six-under-par 66 to take sole possession of the second-round lead in the CA Championship.

Phil Mickelson couldn't hide his lone disappointment after blitzing the Blue Monster with another torrid round of shot-making Friday at the CA Championship.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Sun Devils secure in win over Huskies

Victory over No. 13 Washington puts Arizona State in today's Pac-10 title game. Jeff Pendergraph, Arizona State's...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Phil Mickelson has 10-stroke lead over Tiger Woods at Doral

Mickelson shoots six-under-par 66 to take sole possession of the second-round lead in the CA Championship. Phil...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Angels' Kelvim Escobar expects daily dose of quality

Escobar says that once he and Ervin Santana rejoin the rotation, which could happen in May, the Angels will have the strongest, deepest pitching staff in the AL. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

It's all there for taking in Manny Ramirez's Dodgers spring debut

The recently signed slugger singles, walks twice and scores a run in Dodgers' 4-3 win over Texas. And he says his hamstring feels fine.

Once again wearing his crisp, white uniform with the blue "99" stenciled on the back, the Dodgers' Manny Ramirez finally stepped into the batter's box again in a game -- and couldn't find a pitch to hit.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Pioneerof the Nile faces small field at Santa Anita

San Felipe Stakes will be his last major prep for the Santa Anita Derby. The West Coast's top Kentucky Derby contender,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Trojans become bid players with upset of Bruins

USC stuns UCLA to reach Pac-10 final, and can reach the NCAA tournament by beating Arizona State today. Two thousand...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Desperation works to USC's advantage

Trojans make their NCAA push with victory over UCLA. USC and UCLA , cross-town rivals who met downtown for a change,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

It's all there for taking in Manny Ramirez's Dodgers spring debut

The recently signed slugger singles, walks twice and scores a run in Dodgers' 4-3 win over Texas. And he says his hamstring feels fine. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Angels' Kelvim Escobar expects daily dose of quality

Escobar says that once he and Ervin Santana rejoin the rotation, which could happen in May, the Angels will have the strongest, deepest pitching staff in the AL.

The Angels plan to open the season with pitchers Ervin Santana and Kelvim Escobar on the disabled list.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Lakers find their legs in Texas

A fine trip clinches the Pacific Division and an automatic playoff spot.

Now that was interesting.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Kings lose their way on the road again

After fifth consecutive loss away from home, they remain five points out of a playoff spot in the NHL's Western Conference.

Henrik Sedin scored twice in a 30-second span midway through a wild third period, and the Vancouver Canucks beat the Kings, 4-2, on Friday night.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Mar 2009 | 7:00 am

Detroit Pistons owner Bill Davidson dies at 86

Detroit Pistons owner Bill Davidson, who was inducted into the basketball Hall of Fame last year, has died. He was 86.
Source: ESPN.com | 14 Mar 2009 | 6:54 am

Cavs clinch Central crown behind LeBron's 51

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Source: ESPN.com | 14 Mar 2009 | 6:47 am

Arizona St. tops Washington after blowing lead

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Source: ESPN.com | 14 Mar 2009 | 6:24 am

Detroit Pistons owner Davidson dies at age 86 (AP)

In this March 3, 1999 file photo, William Davidson smiles during a news conference at the Ice Palace in Tampa, Fla., where he was introduced as the new owner of the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Associated Press reports Friday, March 13, 2009, that Davidson, the Detroit Pistons owner, businessman and philanthropist, has died. He was 86. (AP Photo/Steve Nesius, File)AP - Detroit Pistons owner Bill Davidson, a noted philanthropist who was inducted into the basketball Hall of Fame last year, has died. He was 86.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Mar 2009 | 6:08 am

Building a career of a lifelong passion

If lacrosse is big on your radar, you're likely to hear about Jack Reid. He spends his days selling sporting equipment - and his off hours as a defenseman on Boston's newest professional sports team, the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Mar 2009 | 5:49 am

LeBron's 51 points give Cavs the Central title (AP)

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) is fouled under the basket by Sacramento Kings defenders Andres Nocioni from Argentina, left, and Spencer Hawes, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Sacramento, Calif., Friday, March  13, 2009.(AP Photo/Steve Yeater)AP - LeBron James scored 51 points, including six in overtime, and the Cleveland Cavaliers clinched the Central Division title Friday night with a 126-123 victory over the Sacramento Kings.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Mar 2009 | 5:44 am

Report: Lane Kiffin fires back at Raiders, owner Al Davis

Former Oakland Raiders coach Lane Kiffin fired back at owner Al Davis on Friday night after a letter sent to the University of Tennessee by the Raiders became public Friday.
Source: ESPN.com | 14 Mar 2009 | 5:42 am

Detroit Pistons owner Davidson dies at age 86

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- Detroit Pistons owner Bill Davidson, who was inducted into the basketball Hall of Fame last year, has died. He was 86.


Source: SI.com | 14 Mar 2009 | 5:06 am

Vasquez, Maryland upend poor-shooting Wake

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Source: ESPN.com | 14 Mar 2009 | 4:58 am

No. 16 LSU eliminates Kentucky at SEC tourney

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Source: ESPN.com | 14 Mar 2009 | 4:46 am

Kiffin to give deposition in Raiders case (AP)

AP - Former Raiders coach Lane Kiffin will give a deposition next week in his grievance against the team.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Mar 2009 | 4:23 am

Michigan State keeps hopes for No. 1 seed alive

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Michigan State won't get any style points for this one.


Source: SI.com | 14 Mar 2009 | 3:42 am

Manny's 'big deal' highlight in '09 debut? A walk

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Source: ESPN.com | 14 Mar 2009 | 2:55 am

Spartans overcome shooting woes vs. Gophers

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Source: ESPN.com | 14 Mar 2009 | 2:05 am

Oregon coach Bellotti steps down to become AD

EUGENE, Ore. (AP) -- Mike Bellotti is stepping down as Oregon's football coach to become the school's athletic director, and offensive coordinator Chip Kelly will be promoted to head coach.


Source: SI.com | 14 Mar 2009 | 12:34 am

Mauresmo works three-setter for win at Indian Wells

Amelie Mauresmo rallied from 3-1 down in the deciding set to beat Anna-Lena Groenefeld 5-7, 6-3, 6-4 in the second round of the BNP Paribas Open on Friday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 14 Mar 2009 | 12:32 am

Murray returns with doubles win

Andy Murray makes his return to action following two weeks out with a virus, teaming up with Ross Hutchins to claim a win in the doubles at Indian Wells.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Mar 2009 | 11:36 pm

Mickelson leads as McIlroy shines

Phil Mickelson takes a two-shot lead at the top of the WGC-CA leaderboard as Rory McIlroy storms into contention.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Mar 2009 | 11:23 pm

Rams release seven-time Pro Bowl receiver Holt

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- The St. Louis Rams have released wide receiver Torry Holt, a key member of the team's "Greatest Show on Turf" days.


Source: SI.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 11:09 pm

New ATP boss looks to expand tour's appeal

The new head of the ATP Tour wants to broaden the appeal of men's tennis, while acknowledging the weak global economy has impacted the sport.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 10:27 pm

Clijsters to play WTT matches this summer in St. Louis

Kim Clijsters will return to the courts this summer to play two matches for the St. Louis Aces in the World Team Tennis league.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 10:26 pm

Twins, Giants join race to sign Pudge

MIAMI -- The Twins and Giants have emerged as new potential landing spots for free agent catcher Ivan Rodriguez, joining the Astros and hometown Marlins, SI.com has learned.


Source: SI.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 8:38 pm

Allan Muir: Eastern bubble teams forecast

Parity is forcing teams to fight for their lives -- in March, not in April.


Source: SI.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 8:24 pm

Man Utd not untouchable - Benitez

Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez insists Manchester United are not "untouchable" in the league as the teams prepare to meet at Old Trafford on Saturday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Mar 2009 | 5:53 pm

Don Banks: Solidarity lacking as union prepares to elect leader

No honeymoon awaits the NLFPA's newly elected executive director.


Source: SI.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 5:40 pm

Hiddink says he will quit Chelsea

Chelsea's interim manager Guus Hiddink reiterates his intention to leave the club at the end of the season despite the players' desire for him to stay on.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Mar 2009 | 5:17 pm

Economic downturn altering every aspect of NBA business.

Is the souring economy damaging the league? Let us count the ways.


Source: SI.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 4:57 pm

5 questions for independents, non-BCS

Charlie Weis' fate might be tied to the success of a revamped staff.


Source: SI.com | 13 Mar 2009 | 4:48 pm