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Nats fire manager Manny Acta, acting GM confirmsMike Rizzo, the Nats acting GM, confirmed the firing Monday morning in an e-mail to The Associated Press. The Nationals went into the All-Star break with the worst record in the majors...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:55 pm Monday's gossip columnMan City are in talks with Arsenal over Emmanuel Adebayor, plus other rumoursSource: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:54 pm Fergie draws a line under transfersSir Alex Ferguson has handed Michael Owen the Manchester United number seven shirt - and declared Old Trafford closed for transfer business.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:52 pm Police accuse wife in death of boxing champ Gatti (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:46 pm Report: Pedro Martinez may be on way to PhiladelphiaPedro Martinez is reportedly flying to Philadelphia and will presumably take a physical before signing a contract.Source: ESPN.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:40 pm British Open: Tiger Woods grouped with Japanese phenom Ryo Ishikawa, England's Lee WestwoodBritish Openn organizers have put Japan's teenage sensation Ryo Ishikawa and England's Lee Westwood in the same group with Tiger Woods for the first two rounds of the tournament.Source: ESPN.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:38 pm Man City eye Adebayor capture - ReportManchester City are reportedly in talks with Premiership rivals Arsenal over a possible transfer for Emmanuel Adebayor.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:36 pm Hooters to Kick Off in South Africa Before 2010 World CupATLANTA, July 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Hooters of America, Inc. announced that it has signed a Franchisee Agreement with Chanticleer and Shaw Food PTY, LTD to open Hooters...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:34 pm Robbers target Man Utd footballerTwo masked men raid the home of Manchester United striker Federico Macheda.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:32 pm Celtic support cancer-stricken HartsonCeltic have sent a message of support to the family of former Scottish footballer of the year John Hartson who is in hospital battling cancer, the Glasgow club's website said on Monday. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:31 pm Celtic support cancer-stricken Hartson (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:28 pm City keen to wrap up Tevez transferManchester City are hopeful of clinching the signature of Carlos Tevez before they embark on a three-match tour of South Africa on Wednesday.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:26 pm Kompany to miss start of seasonManchester City midfielder Vincent Kompany is scheduled for a foot operation that is certain to rule him out of the start to the new season.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:24 pm Hartson treated for brain cancerThe former Wales football international John Hartson has testicular and brain cancer, it is confirmed.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:23 pm Michigan Boating Industries Association Announces New Consumer Show 'Great Lakes Outdoor Recreation Expo'LIVONIA, Mich., July 13 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Michigan Boating Industries Association (MBIA), a state-wide marine trade association and the producer of the annual...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:10 pm Military Veterans Roll Into Spokane for the 29th National Veterans Wheelchair GamesWASHINGTON, July 13 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- More than 500 U.S. military veterans, all wheelchair athletes competing in the 29th National Veterans Wheelchair Games are rolling...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:00 pm Blues ace Ballack in bullish moodMichael Ballack claims Chelsea are "confident" of winning the Premier League and feels not bringing in a mass of new faces can only help them.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 13 Jul 2009 | 11:54 am Ashes Teams Gasp for BreathIn its 132nd year, England and Australia's cricket rivalry showed an undimmed capacity to generate cardiac-threatening climaxes as the first of five five-day tests was drawn at Cardiff.
Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 11:46 am Manny Acta says he's been fired as manager of Washington NationalsManny Acta told ESPNdeportes.com on Sunday that he has been fired as manager of the Nationals.Source: ESPN.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 11:42 am Ecclestone vows to end F1 feud this weekCommercial ringmaster Bernie Ecclestone said Monday that he expected to have resolved Formula One's prolonged problems over the future this week. And, he added, that though fellow-BritonSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 11:37 am The advent of Smart Football and 10 Things I ThinkThe advent of Smart Football, 10 Things, the skinny on the 'Skins.
Source: SI.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 11:27 am Kompany may miss start of seasonManchester City midfielder Vincent Kompany is set to miss the start of the Premier League season because he is scheduled to have a foot operation.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2009 | 11:26 am Toro Rosso teammate says Sebastien Bourdais is outSebastien Bourdais' stint with Toro Rosso is over, according to teammate Jaime Alguersuari. Bourdais' future with the team was under scrutiny at the German Grand Prix, where the...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 11:21 am Toro Rosso teammate says Sebastien Bourdais is out (AP)AP - Sebastien Bourdais' stint with Toro Rosso is over, according to teammate Jaime Alguersuari.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Jul 2009 | 11:21 am Miami Heat offer extension to Dwyane Wade, who's in no rushThe Heat offered a contract extension to star Dwyane Wade.Source: ESPN.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 11:20 am Levet in Turnberry field after Quigley declines spotTURNBERRY, Scotland (Reuters) - Frenchman Thomas Levet has gained a late entry for this week's British Open at Turnberry after American Brett Quigley turned down his exemption for the thirdSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 11:19 am Levet handed place in Open fieldThomas Levet is given a last-minute call-up to play at the Open after American Brett Quigley decides not to compete at Turnberry.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2009 | 11:17 am F1 less relevant to Honda's goals: CEOTOKYO (Reuters) - Formula One's growing restrictions have made the sport less attractive and reduced Honda's incentive to rejoin a series it abandoned due to the global economic downturn,...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 11:10 am On Par: Golfers Have Clothes Laid Out for ThemSponsors cannot predict their golfers’ outcomes at this weekend’s British Open, but they can at least script their outfits.
Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 11:03 am Alonso wants to set up cycling teamSpain's two-time Formula One world champion Fernando Alonso is planning to set up a cycling team headed by his compatriot Alberto Contador, the 2007 Tour de France winner, a newspaper said...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 10:57 am Woods get in another practice ahead of British (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Jul 2009 | 10:54 am Gay to run 200m at London eventTriple world champion Tyson Gay will continue his preparations for the World Championships next month by running at the London Grand Prix later this month.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2009 | 10:42 am Dodgers beat Brewers to cap best start in 32 years (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Jul 2009 | 10:26 am United aren't in for Zlatan - AgentZlatan Ibrahimovic's agent says there is "absolutely no truth" in reports claiming Manchester United have made a bid for the Inter Milan ace.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 13 Jul 2009 | 9:40 am Ancelotti expects Bridge respectCarlo Ancelotti believes his achievements as a player will enable him to win the respect of his Chelsea players.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 13 Jul 2009 | 9:22 am Police arrest wife of boxer GattiBrazilian police arrest the wife of ex-world boxing champion Arturo Gatti, after he was found dead in a hotel room.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2009 | 8:47 am Mexico defeats Guadeloupe 2-0 in Gold CupMexico beat 9-man Guadeloupe 2-0 Sunday to win Group C in the Gold Cup without suspended coach Javier Aguirre.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:47 am England assess changes after drawGraham Onions and Stephen Harmison will be among the names up for consideration when England select their squad for the second Test against Australia on Monday.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:33 am Report: Acta says he's out as Nationals managerManny Acta says he has been fired as manager of the Washington Nationals.
Source: SI.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:31 am Beckett pitches 3-hitter to end strong first halfJosh Beckett kept firing strikes. Kansas City hitters kept missing them. "Not a lot we could do with him," Royals manager Trey Hillman said.Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:28 am Jon Heyman: Trade Season PrimerWith the trade deadline approaching, Jon Heyman identifies the players most likely to be dealt, the top suitors in the Halladay sweepstakes and the prospects who are nearly untouchable.
Source: SI.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:25 am Report: Acta says he's out as Nationals manager (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:17 am Formula One: Breakthrough Victory for an Australian in Formula OneStill recovering from a broken leg and shoulder after a cycling accident, Mark Webber drove his Red Bull car through the race of his life.
Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:15 am Stricker Finishes Strong to Win John Deere ClassicA three-stroke victory gave Steve Stricker his second PGA Tour win of the season and momentum heading to the British Open.
Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:11 am In Knicks Workout, Curry Resembles His Old SelfEddy Curry’s workout with the Knicks’ summer-league team was limited and brief, but it was an encouraging marker as he tries to rebound from a lost season.
Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:08 am Doubts mount over Henson's futureThere is growing speculation over the future of Wales and Ospreys centre Gavin Henson with one report saying he is considering retirement.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:08 am L.P.G.A. Will Seek Out New Leader to Chart Its FutureWith Carolyn Bivens expected to step down as commissioner, L.P.G.A. Tour players said they hoped to revive their faltering organization.
Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:07 am Amid Turmoil and Tough Greens, South Korean Wins the OpenWith birdies on three of her final six holes, Eun-Hee Ji won the United States Women’s Open, her second victory on the L.P.G.A. Tour.
Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:07 am Teams and Tour at Impasse Over Radio BanTour officials have called for Tuesday’s and Friday’s stages to be run without radios. Fifteen of the 20 teams signed a petition in protest.
Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:06 am Futures Game Delayed, but Prospect Is Ahead of SchedulePitcher Junichi Tazawa, whose future appears bright, warmed up to start for the World team in the annual Futures Game, but a rain delay led to his scratch.
Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:02 am All-Star Sponsors Strive to Look Truly CharitableThe last thing that Major League Baseball or companies want is to appear insensitive to the economic challenges that many fans face.
Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:01 am It's a star-studded sequel for Evan LongoriaTampa Bay third baseman has not played a full season in the majors but is now a two-time All-Star.Ernie Banks made 14 All-Star teams during a 19-year Hall of Fame career in which he hit 512 home runs and won two most-valuable-player awards. But he never played in a World Series.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Gatti's wife is accused of killing himPolice say she couldn't explain how she spent 10 hours in apartment without noticing her husband was dead.Brazilian authorities detained the wife of former boxing champion Arturo Gatti and formally accused her Sunday of killing him at a posh seaside tourist resort.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am If a 6-year-old ruled the sports world . . .Wimbledon trophies would come with birthday candles and frosting, and water balloons would be lobbed by shortstops, for starters.I have no time or patience for sentiment. But it occurs to me that there's a little 6-year-old in all sports fans -- or at least there should be. Six-year-olds don't worry about drug tests or collective-bargaining agreements. They don't care about Scott Boras' counteroffer, or what the presiding officer has to say about blood-alcohol levels.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Everything is breaking just right for DodgersDodgers take series from Brewers with 7-4 win and surge into All-Star week with a seven-game lead and the major leagues' best record.First, there were the questions about the pitching, particularly the bullpen. Then, there were the concerns about how the team would respond with Manny Ramirez out of the lineup for 50 games.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Kings take it seriously and do some work privatelyThis year's camp goes on for several days, but public is allowed to attend only three days at El Segundo rink. After years of collecting good material, Kings know they have to capitalize on potential.At heart Dean Lombardi is a draft geek, as animated while praising the hands of a seventh-round pick as when he's gushing over the raw skill of a first-round choice.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Brandon Wood's memories could help him succeed with AngelsThe infielder, trying to finally win a place in the majors, was best friends with Henry Pearson, who died in the crash that also killed pitcher Nick Adenhart.That damned car wreck.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Yankees have a new owner: It's the AngelsAngels continue their remarkable success against the mighty Yankees, scratching out a 5-4 victory to complete a three-game sweep.Now, if the Angels can just figure out a way to play the New York Yankees instead of the Boston Red Sox in the first round of the playoffs, they might really be onto something.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am The all-California All-Star teamYou could make a great team just by selecting players from the Golden State.We have waited, and waited, and waited some more. We have anticipated a Freeway Series in October for 49 years now, for the Dodgers and Angels to challenge each other in the World Series.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Brandon Wood's memories could help him succeed with AngelsThe infielder, trying to finally win a place in the majors, was best friends with Henry Pearson, who died in the crash that also killed pitcher Nick Adenhart. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Lance Armstrong rides again? Maybe soThe seven-time Tour de France champion leaves open the possibility of returning next year.With the Pyrenees behind him but the toughest rides ahead, Lance Armstrong is already talking about another Tour de France run next year.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am The all-California All-Star teamYou could make a great team just by selecting players from the Golden State. We have waited, and waited, and waited...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Everything is breaking just right for DodgersDodgers take series from Brewers with 7-4 win and surge into All-Star week with a seven-game lead and the major leagues' best record. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Gatti's wife is accused of killing himPolice say she couldn't explain how she spent 10 hours in apartment without noticing her husband was dead. Brazilian...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Boxer Arturo Gatti's wife held as suspect in his deathBrazilian police say the former boxing champ was strangled with the strap of a purse, and that his wife spent 10 hours in a hotel room with his body after his death. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Gatti's wife detained, formally accused of murderBrazilian authorities detained the wife of former boxing champion Arturo Gatti and formally accused her Sunday of killing him at a posh seaside tourist resort in Brazil.
Source: SI.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 6:38 am Obama will join Fox booth during ASGBarack Obama will be adding baseball broadcaster to his résumé. SI.com learned Sunday that the President will join Fox Sports announcers Joe Buck and Tim McCarver during Tuesday's All-Star Game. Obama is expected to be in the booth sometime between the third and fifth inning. SI.com reported earlier that the White House was considering Fox Sports' request to interview the President during the game.
Source: SI.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 6:10 am Croatia ousts U.S. 3-2 to reach Davis Cup semisPOREC, Croatia (AP) -- Croatia has eliminated the United States from the Davis Cup after Marin Cilic beat James Blake for an insurmountable 3-1 lead in the quarterfinals.
Source: SI.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 6:04 am Hoffman, Duke added to NL All-StarsTrevor Hoffman was supposed to take his sons fishing. Instead, they’re all headed back to the All-Star Game. The career saves leader was a late addition to the National League squad, joining Pittsburgh...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 4:59 am Ram overcomes Querrey for titleNEWPORT, R.I. - Rajeev Ram beat third-seeded Sam Querrey, 6-7 (3), 7-5, 6-3, in the Hall of Fame Tennis championships yesterday for his first ATP title.Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 4:55 am Croatia ends US team’s runPOREC, Croatia - The United States was ousted from the Davis Cup, and left to wonder how it might have gone had Andy Roddick been around to pelt opponents with his laser serve.Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 4:54 am Armstrong staying in runningTARBES, France - With the Pyrenees behind him but the toughest rides still to come, Lance Armstrong is already talking about another run next year in the Tour de France.Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 13 Jul 2009 | 4:54 am Sources: Minnesota Vikings' assistant watches Brett Favre throwSources said Vikings offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell watched Brett Favre throw in Mississippi.Source: ESPN.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 4:46 am Ludwick's two HRs earn Cards split with CubsRyan Ludwick hit two, two-run homers and the Cardinals earned a split of a doubleheader with the Cubs on Sunday.Source: ESPN.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 4:45 am World rallies past U.S. in rain-shortened Futures GameRene Tosoni and Dayan Viciedo hit consecutive RBI doubles to cap a four-run comeback that carried the World team past the United States 7-5 on Sunday in a soggy Futures Game.Source: ESPN.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 4:44 am Lesnar entertains, but UFC annoyedBrock Lesnar is well on his way to becoming mixed martial arts' biggest name. As he showed in UFC 100, he's already its biggest jerk.
Source: SI.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 4:19 am Alex Perelson spins past the competition at Maloof Money CupHe becomes only the fourth person to land a 900 in a major competition and wins the men's vert skateboarding title.Meet Alex Perelson , son of a San Diego heart surgeon and new star of a vert-skateboarding universe long dominated by aging veterans.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Jul 2009 | 3:55 am Woodbridge named Australia's Davis Cup, national coachDoubles great Todd Woodbridge has been appointed head coach of Australia's Davis Cup and national men's programs.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 2:45 am Woodbridge appointed Australia's Davis Cup coach (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Jul 2009 | 2:10 am Ram upsets third-seeded Querrey in Newport finalRajeev Ram beat third-seeded Sam Querrey, 6-7 (3), 7-5, 6-3, in the Hall of Fame Tennis championships Sunday for his first ATP title.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 1:47 am Heat offer Wade contract extension, but 'no rush'MIAMI (AP) -- The Miami Heat didn't wait long to announce the NBA's worst-kept secret: They want to keep Dwyane Wade.
Source: SI.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 1:10 am No surprise: Heat tell Wade they want him to stay (AP)AP - When Dwyane Wade checked his cell phone shortly after midnight Sunday, he got perhaps the most predictable text message of his life.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Jul 2009 | 1:08 am Boxer Arturo Gatti's wife accused of murdering himBrazilian authorities say they have detained the wife of former boxing champion Arturo Gatti as a suspect following his death at a posh seaside resort in Brazil.Source: ESPN.com | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:23 am NBC remains intent on bidding for 2016 Olympics (AP)AP - NBC plans on bidding for rights to televise the 2014 and 2016 Olympics despite the U.S. Olympic Committee's decision to build a competing Olympic network.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:18 am Lackey holds down Yankees and Angels sweep (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Jul 2009 | 12:06 am Hoffman, Pena and Duke named All-StarsST. LOUIS (AP) -- Trevor Hoffman was supposed to take his sons fishing. Instead, they're all headed back to the All-Star game.
Source: SI.com | 12 Jul 2009 | 11:18 pm Sri Lanka v Pakistan scorecardSri Lanka face Pakistan in Colombo in their three-Test series.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 12 Jul 2009 | 10:53 pm Lance, 8 seconds back, thinking about 2010 TourPierrick Fedrigo of France has led a two-man breakaway to win the ninth stage of the Tour de France as the race left the Pyrenees. Lance Armstrong has retained third place overall.
Source: SI.com | 12 Jul 2009 | 10:35 pm Beckett 3-hits Royals for 100th career victoryJosh Beckett capped a brilliant first half of the season with a three-hitter, joining teammate Tim Wakefield as the only 11-game winners in the AL and helping the Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 6-0 on Sunday.Source: ESPN.com | 12 Jul 2009 | 10:26 pm Davis Cup: Croatia eliminates United StatesCroatia eliminated the United States from the Davis Cup after Marin Cilic beat James Blake for an insurmountable 3-1 lead in the quarterfinals.Source: ESPN.com | 12 Jul 2009 | 10:23 pm Cilic beats Blake as Croatia eliminates U.S. in Davis CupThe United States was eliminated by Croatia in the Davis Cup quarterfinals Sunday after Marin Cilic beat James Blake to clinch the victory.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 12 Jul 2009 | 6:20 pm Szavay bests Schnyder, make Budapest third titleAgnes Szavay of Hungary won the Budapest Grand Prix on Sunday, rallying to beat Patty Schnyder of Switzerland 2-6, 6-4, 6-2 in the final.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 12 Jul 2009 | 6:04 pm Alonso not 'indispensable' for RealReal Madrid coach Manuel Pellegrini is adamant the club will cope if they cannot bring in Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 12 Jul 2009 | 3:56 pm
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