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Brazil's president to push Rio bid in Copenhagen (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Aug 2009 | 4:33 am Leaving Arsenal would have been a betrayal: Wenger (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Aug 2009 | 4:31 am Report: Accuser says Pitino plotted against her (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Aug 2009 | 4:27 am I did see the incident: Wenger admits to 'selective vision'Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger confirms what many fans have always suspected - his view of controversial incidents is not always obstructed.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Aug 2009 | 4:27 am Rafa hopeful over Reds defendersLiverpool manager Rafael Benitez is optimistic centre-backs Jamie Carragher and Martin Skrtel will be fit to face Tottenham on Sunday.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 14 Aug 2009 | 4:25 am Gomes smacks 3 homers as Reds romp Nats 7-0CINCINNATI(AP) Jonny Gomes had hit three home runs in a game once before. This time meant more to him.
Source: SI.com | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:55 am Sabathia Ks 10, Matsui belts 2 HRs in Yanks' routSEATTLE(AP) If Mr. August, CC Sabathia, keeps pitching like this - and if a healthier Hideki Matsui keeps hitting like this - A-Rod, Jorge Posada and the rest of the banged-up Yankees can afford to extend days off into mini vacations.
Source: SI.com | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:55 am Woods shows why he's the heavy favoriteAlready the surest best in sports when playing from ahead, Tiger Woods' bogey-free 67 in Round 1 showed exactly why he's the decisive favorite to win the PGA, says Cameron Morfit.
Source: SI.com | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:55 am Seven quick thoughts on Vick-Eagles union
Source: SI.com | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:55 am Brady tallies 2 TDs in return from injury
Source: SI.com | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:55 am Yankees 11, Mariners 1: Yankees and Sabathia Keep Cruising on the RoadC. C. Sabathia allowed a run and three hits over eight innings, with a season-high 10 strikeouts, and Hideki Matsui homered twice and drove in five runs.
Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:50 am Ferdinand tips familiar foes to challengeManchester United defender Rio Ferdinand expects the same old rivals to be challenging the champions for Premier League supremacy this term.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:47 am Side Kicks are here to helpEvery Friday, Side Kicks are here to help. We know everything about soccer ... except for the stuff we make up.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:37 am Essien: Carlo can take us all the wayMidfielder Michael Essien insists new Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti can help the Blues achieve their Champions League ambitions.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:32 am Wenger admits to turning blind eyeArsene Wenger admits he has protected his Arsenal stars by claiming to not see incidents which he had seen, to avoid publicly criticising them.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:20 am At the Lounge in Montreal, It’s Pool, Pac-Man, Foosball, E-Mail. Tennis Anyone?So lavish some players don’t want to leave, the lounge at the Rogers Cup provides all the comforts of home — and then some.
Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:16 am Calling the Premier League season in the airNick Webster has spent the summer hunched over his crystal ball to make his picks for the Premier League season.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:16 am Peter King: Eagles, Vick a near perfect matchBy signing with the Eagles, Michael Vick gets the chance to play in a West Coast offense and mesh with a stable franchise that isn't looking for a savior at quarterback, writes Peter King.
Source: SI.com | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:14 am Lee mows down Cubs to improve to 3-0 with PhilliesNothing beats adding a Cy Young Award winner to your pitching staff at the trading deadline. Just ask the Philadelphia Phillies how good Cliff Lee has been since coming over from the...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:09 am Lee mows down Cubs to improve to 3-0 with Phillies (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:09 am Royals keep Twins from moving up in AL Central (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:08 am Royals keep Twins from moving up in AL CentralThe table was set for the Minnesota Twins to get right back into the race in the AL Central. The division-leading Detroit Tigers were in Boston for a tough four-game series, and the...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:08 am Eagles gamble on disgraced NFL star Michael Vick (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:07 am I.O.C. Decision Draws Cheers and Complaints From AthletesBaseball, softball and karate were among the sports left out of the 2012 Olympics, disappointing those who had been hoping to compete in London.
Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:05 am Honoring career of man who delivered a fatal pitch (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:04 am Women’s Boxing Added for 2012 OlympicsThe I.O.C.’s executive board also recommended that rugby and golf be included for the 2016 Games, but rejected baseball, karate, roller sports, softball and squash.
Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 3:03 am Everything you need to know for the Premier LeagueIn the last of his 5-part series, Bobby McMahon looks at all 20 Premier League teams for this weekend's season kickoff.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 14 Aug 2009 | 2:52 am Report: Galaxy's Donovan says he has swine fluLos Angeles Galaxy forward Landon Donovan says he has tested positive for swine flu. Galaxy coach and general manager Bruce Arena told the Los Angeles Times in a story posted on its Web site Thursday that Donovan is believed to have contracted the virus from two Galaxy staff members who came down with it during last weekend's game against the New England Revolution in Foxborough, Mass. Donovan told the Times he had been feeling ill since joining the U.S.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 14 Aug 2009 | 2:35 am Testimony continues in trial of Broncos' MarshallTestimony will continue in Atlanta in the trial of Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall, who faces a misdemeanor battery charge. The charges stem from a March 2008 argument withSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 2:22 am Testimony continues in trial of Broncos' Marshall (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Aug 2009 | 2:22 am Fan Questioned by Police After Phillies’ Victorino Is Doused by BeerA man apparently connected with throwing a beer at Philadelphia’s Shane Victorino during a game at Wrigley Field on Wednesday turned himself in to police Thursday.
Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 2:22 am Rovers will target Man City starsBlackburn midfielder David Dunn warns big-spending Manchester City that Rovers will "kick lumps" out of their stars at Ewood Park on Saturday.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Aug 2009 | 2:09 am Menzies signs new Bradford dealBradford Bulls forward Steve Menzies signs a new one-year deal at the club.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:44 am Boxer Donaire seeks his place in US, PhilippinesWhen Nonito Donaire fights Panama's Rafael Concepcion in Las Vegas on Saturday, the recent IBF flyweight champion will take the next step toward an American dream he started as a...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:42 am Michael Phelps Uninjured in 2-Vehicle CrashBaltimore police say Olympic gold medal swimmer Michael Phelps has been in a two-car collision but not injured.
Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:41 am Ole Miss DE Greg Hardy eases into final seasonGreg Hardy should look both ways before he crosses the street, walk around instead of under ladders, and avoid black cats. "My luck ain't going too good right now," the Mississippi...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:40 am Nastia Liukin gets back on the beam at nationalsNastia Liukin found herself in familiar territory with an unfamiliar feeling. She was performing in front of a hometown crowd filled with friends, family, girls from her gym. But as a...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:40 am Honoring career of man who delivered a fatal pitchCarl Mays peered in from the mound and noticed Ray Chapman shifting his back foot. The speedy Cleveland shortstop had a habit of fidgeting when he was about to drop down a bunt. The bestSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:40 am Vick overshadows Brady's return as Pats top EaglesMichael Vick found a team willing to take a risk and offer the vilified quarterback a shot a redemption. As news of Vick's deal with the Philadelphia Eagles spread, Tom Brady's comeback became an afterthought...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:38 am Tiger Woods without a blemish in leading PGA (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:37 am Tiger Woods without a blemish in leading PGAExcitement is overrated when Tiger Woods plays like this. Let Alvaro Quiros wow the crowd at the PGA Championship with a monster drive. Or Vijay Singh impress by shaping a shot around a...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:37 am Eagles gamble on disgraced NFL star Michael VickMichael Vick is back in the NFL. When he finally gets in a game, it might be at a new position. Looking to add a new dimension to their offense, the Philadelphia Eagles gave Vick a...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:35 am N.F.L. Roundup: Brady Back to Leading the PatriotsTom Brady has returned to action for the first time since tearing ligaments in his left knee in Week 1 last year.
Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:33 am Stallworth Suspended for the Entire N.F.L. SeasonCleveland Browns receiver Donte' Stallworth, who pleaded guilty to D.U.I. manslaughter in June, will be eligible for reinstatement after the Super Bowl in 2010.
Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:32 am Mets and Murphy May Benefit From Delgado’s New InjuryWith Carlos Delgado suffering another setback, the final seven weeks of the season could give the Mets a better chance to evaluate Daniel Murphy’s future at first base.
Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:29 am An Injured Soldier Re-emerges as a SprinterJerrod Fields, a United States soldier, became a top sprinting prospect after losing his left ankle and foot to an injury sustained in Iraq.
Source: NYT > Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:13 am Man City must be patient - HamannDietmar Hamann urges Manchester City to be patient with manager Mark Hughes as he tries to gel together the star names.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:08 am Galaxy's Landon Donovan says he has the H1N1 flu virusHe tells of positive test one day after playing a World Cup qualifier for the United States against Mexico in Mexico City. He is said to have contracted it from Galaxy staff members.One day after playing a World Cup qualifier for the United States against Mexico in Mexico City, Galaxy forward Landon Donovan said Thursday he tested positive for the H1N1 flu virus, commonly known as swine flu.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Tyson Gay heads to the starting blocks against Usain BoltThe American is the world champion at 100 and 200 meters, but his Jamaican competitor wowed Olympic crowds and set world records in those events. This weekend, they race in Berlin. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Can they catch Tiger Woods?He has only a one-shot edge after a 67, but his record as a front-runner is tough to beat. Tiger Woods and Padraig...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Numbers are down, but don't count Dodgers' Russell Martin outThe catcher, a two-time All-Star, is hitting a modest .265 and is on pace to drive in 46 runs after averaging 78 RBIs over the last two seasons. He isn't panicking and says he can finish strong.What happened to Russell Martin?
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Bruins run deep at tailback positionRedshirt freshmen Milton Knox and Johnathan Franklin are doing well at camp while looking for playing time alongside junior Christian Ramirez and sophomore Derrick Coleman.UCLA running back Milton Knox spent the last few months running up and down the large hill near his family's house. Occasionally, he hit the dunes in Manhattan Beach, plowing his way through the heavy sand.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Christian Ramirez is eligible to help BruinsAfter sitting out a season because of academic problems, the junior tailback can't wait to get back in the game.The running back took the handoff, waited for blocking, hurdled a defender, and 48 yards later was in the end zone -- UCLA's longest run at the Rose Bowl last season.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Galaxy's Landon Donovan says he has the H1N1 flu virusHe tells of positive test one day after playing a World Cup qualifier for the United States against Mexico in Mexico City. He is said to have contracted it from Galaxy staff members. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Can they catch Tiger Woods?He has only a one-shot edge after a 67, but his record as a front-runner is tough to beat. Tiger Woods and Padraig...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Kendry Morales makes most of his chancesThe 25-year-old has made the departure of Mark Teixeira easier to take, hitting .303 with 25 home runs and 76 runs batted in.All he ever wanted was a chance to play.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Tyson Gay heads to the starting blocks against Usain BoltThe American is the world champion at 100 and 200 meters, but his Jamaican competitor wowed Olympic crowds and set world records in those events. This weekend, they race in Berlin.The ads being used in German print media to promote ticket sales for the 12th World Track & Field Championships leave no doubt about the main event of the nine-day meet that begins Saturday.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Michael Vick signs two-year deal with the EaglesHe is allowed to participate in practices and play in the final two exhibitions but might not be eligible for games until Oct. 18. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Michael Vick signs two-year deal with the EaglesHe is allowed to participate in practices and play in the final two exhibitions but might not be eligible for games until Oct. 18.Call it a Philadelphia flier.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Rugby and golf get a little closer to rejoining the OlympicsThe International Olympic Committee's executive board favors adding the sports for the 2016 Games, pending approval by the full IOC membership. Baseball and softball, though, are eliminated. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Can they catch Tiger Woods?He has only a one-shot edge after a 67, but his record as a front-runner is tough to beat.Tiger Woods and Padraig Harrington had a good laugh on the 606-yard 11th hole Thursday when they noticed a ball from the group behind them had reached the front edge of the green at Hazeltine National.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Williams sisters lose in CincinnatiVenus falls to Flavia Pennetta, while Serena is bounced by Sybille Bammer. The Williams sisters have seldom spent...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Christian Ramirez is eligible to help BruinsAfter sitting out a season because of academic problems, the junior tailback can't wait to get back in the game. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Michael Vick signs two-year deal with the EaglesHe is allowed to participate in practices and play in the final two exhibitions but might not be eligible for games until Oct. 18. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Matt Barkley picks up his game after getting picked offFreshman makes safer decisions during afternoon practice.Matt Barkley learned from his mistakes Thursday.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 14 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am Report: MLS' Donovan tests positive for swine fluLos Angeles Galaxy forward Landon Donovan says he has tested positive for swine flu. Galaxy coach and general manager Bruce Arena told the Los Angeles Times in a story posted on its Web...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 14 Aug 2009 | 12:50 am James Ramsey, Louisville president: Rick Pitino remains 'our guy'University of Louisville president James Ramsey says it's time to move on after Rick Pitino's public apology for sex with a woman outside his marriage.Source: ESPN.com | 14 Aug 2009 | 12:46 am Tiger Woods commands par-5s, leads PGA Championship by 1Tiger Woods took a one-stroke lead into the clubhouse at the PGA Championship on Thursday, taking advantage of the long par 5s at Hazeltine National.Source: ESPN.com | 14 Aug 2009 | 12:44 am Michael Vick signs two-year deal with Philadelphia EaglesMichael Vick has signed a two-year deal with the Eagles.Source: ESPN.com | 14 Aug 2009 | 12:41 am Patriots' Brady tosses two touchdowns in returnTom Brady was making his comeback against the Philadelphia Eagles while Michael Vick was getting ready to join them.Source: ESPN.com | 14 Aug 2009 | 12:20 am Cops: Phelps involved in car accident, not injuredBaltimore police say Olympic gold medal swimmer Michael Phelps has been in a two-car collision but not injured.
Source: SI.com | 14 Aug 2009 | 12:00 am Michael Phelps uninjured in 2-vehicle crash (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Aug 2009 | 11:48 pm Verlander, Tigers blank Red Sox, avoid sweepJustin Verlander allowed four hits in eight innings and Ryan Raburn homered for Detroit to lead the Tigers to a 2-0 victory over the Red Sox and avert a four-game sweep.Source: ESPN.com | 13 Aug 2009 | 11:33 pm Baltimore police: Michael Phelps uninjured after two-car accidentMichael Phelps was driving an SUV that collided with another car in Baltimore, but the swimmer was not injured, police said.Source: ESPN.com | 13 Aug 2009 | 10:56 pm Gomes homers in first 3 at-bats in Reds' routJonny Gomes homered in his first three at-bats to back Bronson Arroyo's two-hitter and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Washington Nationals 7-0 on Thursday night.Source: ESPN.com | 13 Aug 2009 | 10:39 pm Terrell Owens expects to practice with the Buffalo Bills next weekReceiver Terrell Owens expects to return to practice next week, meaning he'll likely miss the Buffalo Bills home preseason game against Chicago this weekend because of a sprained toe.Source: ESPN.com | 13 Aug 2009 | 10:38 pm Fan charged for throwing beer at Philadelphia Phillies' Shane Victorino at Chicago Cubs' gameChicago police charged a 21-year-old man with two misdemeanor counts Thursday in connection with a beer-throwing incident that showered Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Shane Victorino.Source: ESPN.com | 13 Aug 2009 | 9:58 pm Lee leads Phils to 1st Wrigley sweep in 25 yearsCliff Lee won his third straight start since joining the Philadelphia Phillies, and the NL East leaders beat the slumping Chicago Cubs 6-1 Thursday for their first sweep at Wrigley Field in 25 years.Source: ESPN.com | 13 Aug 2009 | 8:46 pm Magic Johnson turns 50Text messages from press row . . .Happy 50th birthday to Magic Johnson . . . .
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 13 Aug 2009 | 8:45 pm Soccer star Donovan has swine flu virusU.S. soccer star Landon Donovan has tested positive for the H1N1 flu virus, Donovan told SI.com on Thursday night.
Source: SI.com | 13 Aug 2009 | 8:07 pm Nadal, Roddick, Djokovic advance at Rogers CupAndy Roddick fought off a strong service game from Fernando Verdasco to defeat the Spanish left-hander 7-6 (2), 4-6, 7-6 (5) in the third round of the Rogers Cup on Thursday.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 13 Aug 2009 | 4:54 pm Clijsters wins as Williams tumbleKim Clijsters' comeback continues with victory over Svetlana Kuznetsova, while the Williams sisters are beaten in Cincinnati.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Aug 2009 | 4:08 pm Murray & Nadal into last eightAndy Murray produces a blistering display to defeat Juan Carlos Ferrero and reach the quarter-finals of the Montreal Masters.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Aug 2009 | 3:26 pm West Indies dismiss coach DysonAustralian John Dyson is sacked as coach of West Indies with immediate effect.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Aug 2009 | 3:16 pm Major reshuffling of bowl tie-ins beginsA major reshuffling of several conferences' bowl arrangements beginning with the 2010 season could land the Big Ten a third New Year's Day bowl slot and result in new homes for the Pac-10 and Big East's No. 2 teams.
Source: SI.com | 13 Aug 2009 | 2:51 pm Woods lays down gauntlet in USPGATiger Woods leads Padraig Harrington by one shot after the first round of the 91st USPGA Championship at Hazeltine.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Aug 2009 | 1:33 pm Williams sisters ousted on same day in CincinnatiVenus Williams routinely missed shots throughout a 7-6 (2), 6-4 loss to Italy's Flavia Pennetta on Thursday, the first major upset at the Cincinnati Open. She made 38 unforced errors. A few hours later, younger sister Serena played on the same court and played even worse. She had 44 unforced errors during a 7-5, 6-4 loss to Australia's Sybille Bammer, who reached the quarterfinals of a tournament for only the third time this year.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 13 Aug 2009 | 1:15 pm NFL suspends Browns' Stallworth for 2009 seasonThe NFL has suspended Browns wide receiver Donte Stallworth for the 2009 season.
Source: SI.com | 13 Aug 2009 | 1:05 pm Seles to wrap career with Toronto exhibition MondayMonica Seles will play one more match in Canada, the country where she made her comeback after being stabbed.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 13 Aug 2009 | 1:04 pm Women's boxing gains Olympic spotWomen boxers will get the chance to compete for gold at London 2012 after a decision by the International Olympic Committee.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Aug 2009 | 11:24 am Henson return date is 'unknown'It is not know when Gavin Henson will be fit to play and doctors are unable to diagnose nature of his ankle injury, say his region.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Aug 2009 | 9:49 am
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