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2016 Olympic bidders await IOC evaluation reportHeading into the final month of the race, the four cities vying for the 2016 Summer Games, Chicago, Madrid, Rio de Janeiro and Tokyo, are awaiting a key International Olympic Committee...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 4:35 am Dodgers acquire Thome and Garland for playoff push (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Sep 2009 | 4:15 am Spalletti appears on way out at RomaAS Roma coach Luciano Spalletti looks set for an exit after a poor start to the club's Serie A season.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 1 Sep 2009 | 4:09 am In Hawaii, High School Sports Are Far From ParadiseHawaii’s high school athletic association, hit by budget cuts and asking for financial help so that athletes are not forced to pay to play, is getting help from native son Shane Victorino.Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Sep 2009 | 4:01 am Benfica loans Adu to crosstown rival BelenensesOnce hyped as soccer's next big thing, Freddy Adu is moving from Benfica to smaller Portuguese rival Belenenses. The 20-year-old American midfielder has struggled to establish himself atSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 3:54 am Defender Collins seals Stoke moveStoke complete the signing of defender Danny Collins from Premier League rivals for £2.75m.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Sep 2009 | 3:45 am Chelsea start won't last - KuytLiverpool forward Dirk Kuyt has warned Chelsea that their blistering start to the new Premier League season will soon come to an end.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 1 Sep 2009 | 3:44 am Rafa pleased with Aquilani progressLiverpool manager Rafa Benitez has hinted that new signing Alberto Aquilani is ahead of schedule in his rehabilitation from surgery.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 1 Sep 2009 | 3:42 am Player's leg amputated after lightning strikeDanish soccer player Jonathan Richter has had the lower part of his left leg amputated, six weeks after he was struck by lightning during a reserve game. The FC Nordsjaelland defender's...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 3:41 am Easy for Serena, tough for Venus as US Open starts (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Sep 2009 | 3:36 am In First Round, Venus Makes a ComebackVenus Williams overcame a bad knee and a big deficit to win her first-round match at the U.S. Open on Monday night.Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Sep 2009 | 3:19 am I'd never quit United - RooneyManchester United striker Wayne Rooney insists he would only ever quit the Premier League champions if he was no longer wanted at Old Trafford.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 1 Sep 2009 | 3:08 am Fergie rules out deadline-day dealsSir Alex Ferguson has ruled out any last-minute arrivals at Manchester United before the transfer window slams shut on Tuesday afternoon.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 1 Sep 2009 | 3:03 am Rockies acquire righty Contreras from White Sox (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Sep 2009 | 2:56 am Rockies acquire righty Contreras from White SoxThe Colorado Rockies acquired right-hander Jose Contreras from the Chicago White Sox on Monday night for cash and minor leaguer Brandon Hynick. The Rockies, tied for the NL wild-card...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 2:56 am Euro Action, Aug. 29-30All the fierce tackles and goalmouth action as Europe's top leagues click into action in their respective league campaigns.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 1 Sep 2009 | 2:55 am Pettitte retires first 20 as Yanks top Orioles 5-1 (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Sep 2009 | 2:49 am Pettitte retires first 20 as Yanks top Orioles 5-1The irony of Andy Pettitte's no-hit bid against the Baltimore Orioles was that the one time he wanted to miss the strike zone, he couldn't. Other than that one pitch, the New York...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 2:49 am Dodgers acquire Thome and Garland for playoff pushAs a kid growing up in the suburbs, Jon Garland always followed the Los Angeles Dodgers and someday hoped to pitch for them. That time is now. The right-hander was acquired in the...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 2:48 am Fisichella to stay put for MonzaGiancarlo Fisichella has not received an approach from Ferrari and will race for Force India in Italy next week, his team boss says.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Sep 2009 | 2:43 am Ben Haim makes Portsmouth claimManchester City's Israeli international defender Tal Ben Haim says he has signed a four-year contract with Portsmouth.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Sep 2009 | 2:28 am Pettitte flirts with no-noBALTIMORE(AP) After an error ruined Andy Pettitte 's bid for perfection, the left-hander's effort to console his dejected teammate was absolutely flawless.Source: SI.com | 1 Sep 2009 | 2:23 am Favre, Peterson tally TDs in Vikes' 17-10 road victoryBenefitting from a full week of practice, Brett Favre showed glimpses of his future Hall of Fame self and played a strong role in the Vikings' 17-10 victory over the Texans.Source: SI.com | 1 Sep 2009 | 2:23 am Roddick routs Phau in late-night match at U.S. OpenAndy Roddick's straight-sets victory against 84th-ranked Bjorn Phau of Germany ended at 12:45 a.m. Tuesday morning, and the 2003 U.S. Open champion loved every minute of it.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 1 Sep 2009 | 2:09 am Gold rejects Croatia 'conspiracy'Birmingham owner David Gold rejects claims by the Croatian Football Federation that English players are deliberately injuring Croatia's stars, like Luka Modric.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Sep 2009 | 2:04 am Washington not afraid to use freshmen against LSU (AP)AP - Since last December, Steve Sarkisian's main task was resurrecting some confidence at lowly Washington and changing attitudes within the once proud program.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:57 am Washington not afraid to use freshmen against LSUSince last December, Steve Sarkisian's main task was resurrecting some confidence at lowly Washington and changing attitudes within the once proud program. Now it's finally time to see...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:57 am With Huskies on tap, Miles done criticizing Pac-10Les Miles sounds like a big fan of Pac-10 football now. As No. 11 LSU began the final week of practice for its season opener at Washington on Saturday night, Miles had no interest in...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:56 am Gundy hopes No. 9 Cowboys now ready for 'big time'After a full offseason of buildup, coach Mike Gundy emerged from Oklahoma State's last season-opening clash with Georgia two years ago and made a sobering proclamation that his Cowboys wereSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:56 am Titans punter kicks eating habits with new diet (AP)AP - Craig Hentrich knew he had to do something drastic if he wanted to return for a 16th NFL season.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:54 am Titans punter kicks eating habits with new dietCraig Hentrich knew he had to do something drastic if he wanted to return for a 16th NFL season. So he did. The Tennessee punter followed a doctor's diet program highlighted by a...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:54 am Dodgers net Thome, GarlandLOS ANGELES (AP) -- The Los Angeles Dodgers made a big push to lock up the NL West, acquiring slugging first baseman Jim Thome from the Chicago White Sox and right-hander Jon Garland from the Arizona Diamondbacks.Source: SI.com | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:54 am Favre takes hits, dishes one as Vikings top Texans (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:53 am Living in the moment, Venus moves on at US Open (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:53 am Penny to bolster Giants' pitching stocks (Reuters)Reuters - The San Francisco Giants have acquired pitcher Brad Penny for the rest of the season after he cleared waivers with the Boston Red Sox, local media reported on Monday.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:31 am Yankees 5, Orioles 1: Pettitte Is Perfect Until Error in the SeventhAndy Pettitte held the Orioles to one run and two hits in eight innings, striking out eight and walking none, to improve to 12-6.Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:29 am Federer and Clijsters Showing Familiar Form at the OpenNo. 1 Roger Federer followed Kim Clijsters onto the Arthur Ashe Stadium court and won his first-round match, 6-1, 6-3, 7-5, over the 18-year-old American Devin Britton.Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:29 am Cowboys' video board becoming another statisticSportswriters can now keep track of the number of times a football hits the screen, which hangs 90 feet above the field. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Angels' Joe Saunders puts in a bid for playoffsLeft-hander pitches seven innings, giving up only three hits, in victory over Mariners. Left-hander pitches seven...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Venus Williams runs long; Andy Roddick keeps it shortThe No. 3-seeded woman overcomes knee injury to beat Vera Dushevina, 6-7 (5), 7-5, 6-3, on first day of U.S. Open. Fifth-seeded man routs Bjorn Phau in 95 minutes. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Dodgers' shopping spree is talk of townThey pick up slugger Jim Thome and pitcher Jon Garland in deadline deals, taking some sting out of 5-3, 10-inning loss to Diamondbacks. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am San Jose State's swarming defense to put pressure on USCDick Tomey, the man behind Arizona's famed defense of the 1990s, brings the same scheme to the Spartans, which might mean trouble for Trojans quarterback Matt Barkley. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Serena Williams, Kim Clijsters, John Isner, Roger Federer all winWilliams overpowers Newport Beach's Alexa Glatch. Clijsters, after a two-year break for motherhood, next faces Marion Bartoli. No. 1 Federer beats NCAA champ Devin Britton. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am UCLA's Reggie Carter is well aware of his mother's sacrificesThe linebacker, whom teammates look up to for his gregarious and outspoken nature, is grateful for what his single mother has taught him.The linebacker, whom teammates look up to for his gregarious and outspoken nature, is grateful for what his single mother has taught him. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Dodgers' Rafael Furcal says wildfire was 'nerve-wracking'While he was with the team in Cincinnati, his family and their house in La Caada Flintridge survived a harrowing few days. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Shareece Wright declared academically ineligibleThe Trojans' cornerback did not receive a grade-point average high enough to compete in the fall. The Trojans'...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Andre Agassi's second act as compelling as the firstThe tennis great's post-playing career has been marked by good works. The U.S. Open, and fans at Arthur Ashe Stadium, show their appreciation.The tennis great's post-playing career has been marked by good works. The U.S. Open, and fans at Arthur Ashe Stadium, show their appreciation. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Angels' Joe Saunders puts in a bid for playoffsLeft-hander pitches seven innings, giving up only three hits, in victory over Mariners.Left-hander pitches seven innings, giving up only three hits, in victory over Mariners. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Venus Williams runs long; Andy Roddick keeps it shortThe No. 3-seeded woman overcomes knee injury to beat Vera Dushevina, 6-7 (5), 7-5, 6-3, on first day of U.S. Open. Fifth-seeded man routs Bjorn Phau in 95 minutes.The No. 3-seeded woman overcomes knee injury to beat Vera Dushevina, 6-7 (5), 7-5, 6-3, on first day of U.S. Open. Fifth-seeded man routs Bjorn Phau in 95 minutes. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Shareece Wright declared academically ineligibleThe Trojans' cornerback did not receive a grade-point average high enough to compete in the fall.The Trojans' cornerback did not receive a grade-point average high enough to compete in the fall. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Dodgers' shopping spree is talk of townThey pick up slugger Jim Thome and pitcher Jon Garland in deadline deals, taking some sting out of 5-3, 10-inning loss to Diamondbacks.They pick up slugger Jim Thome and pitcher Jon Garland in deadline deals, taking some sting out of 5-3, 10-inning loss to Diamondbacks. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 1 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Procter & Gamble Will Sponsor U.S. Olympic TeamThe United States Olympic Committee, which receives no direct government money, gains a financial ally in a year of declining sponsorships.Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Sep 2009 | 12:26 am The N.H.L. Players Union Dismisses Its DirectorWith the dismissal of Paul Kelly, the players’ association will be seeking its fourth executive director in four years.Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Sep 2009 | 12:25 am Los Angeles Dodgers get slugger Jim Thome, pitcher Jon GarlandThe Dodgers have acquired Jim Thome and Jon Garland for the stretch run.Source: ESPN.com | 1 Sep 2009 | 12:25 am Show Jumpers Need Skill, Time and MoneyMcLain Ward won the Grand Prix title for a record fourth time at the Hampton Classic. Several up-and-coming riders also competed.Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Sep 2009 | 12:25 am 'Pacman' strikes deal to play with CFLIf controversial cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones is going to return to the NFL, it will be via the Canadian Football League. Jones agreed in principle to a one-year deal with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers late Monday night and is expected to join the team as early as Wednesday.Source: SI.com | 1 Sep 2009 | 12:25 am Sports of The Times: Back on the Baseline, via the Receiving LineKim Clijsters missed the people, the friends, maybe more than tennis itself while she was gone. And it seems that those friends, and the sport, missed her too.Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Sep 2009 | 12:22 am Ala. player Brandon Deaderick shot in Tuscaloosa (AP)AP - Media reports say University of Alabama defensive lineman Brandon Deaderick has been brought to a hospital after being shot during an apparent robbery attempt in Tuscaloosa.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Sep 2009 | 12:18 am U.S. Open: Roger Federer runs U.S. Open streak to 35 matchesRoger Federer has extended his U.S. Open winning streak to 35 matches with a 6-1, 6-3, 7-5 win over Devin Britton in the first round.Source: ESPN.com | 1 Sep 2009 | 12:14 am Volume Turned Up at U.S. Open, Larcher de Brito WinsMichelle Larcher de Brito, labeled by opponents as an excessive grunter and noisy nuisance, left an audible impression during her win on Court 16.Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Sep 2009 | 12:07 am After Life-Threatening Fall, a Climb to QualifyRanked No. 202, Peter Polansky, who recovered from life-threatening injuries in 2006, is the only player on the ATP World Tour to qualify this year for three Grand Slam tournaments.Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Sep 2009 | 12:06 am Live - Transfer deadline dayA frantic day of transfer activity is underway as clubs have until 1700 BST to sign players before the window slams shut.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Aug 2009 | 11:59 pm Listening to Rick Neuheisel is a brutal undertakingColumnist doesn't believe anything the UCLA coach has to say.Columnist doesn't believe anything the UCLA coach has to say. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 31 Aug 2009 | 11:48 pm Listening to Rick Neuheisel is a brutal undertakingColumnist doesn't believe anything the UCLA coach has to say. Columnist doesn't believe anything the UCLA coach...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 31 Aug 2009 | 11:48 pm Federer, Serena, Clijsters cruise at OpenNEW YORK (AP) -- Kim Clijsters has made a successful return to Grand Slam tennis, defeating Viktoriya Kutuzova 6-1, 6-1 in the opening round of the U.S. Open.Source: SI.com | 31 Aug 2009 | 11:43 pm Peter King: Favre passes biggest preseason testIf Brett Favre can develop a quick rapport with his teammates and remain healthy for his 19th NFL campaign, the Vikings might be on the brink of something special, writes Peter King.Source: SI.com | 31 Aug 2009 | 11:39 pm Rubio shuns Wolves, inks deal with Spanish clubMINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Point guard Ricky Rubio will be staying in Spain for the next two seasons instead of coming to play for the Minnesota Timberwolves this fall, according to two published reports.Source: SI.com | 31 Aug 2009 | 11:31 pm Rib doesn't stop Favre as run game leads VikesBrett Favre's ribs appear to be just fine. He took plenty of hits and even delivered one.Source: ESPN.com | 31 Aug 2009 | 11:23 pm Andre Agassi's second act as compelling as the firstThe tennis great's post-playing career has been marked by good works. The U.S. Open, and fans at Arthur Ashe Stadium, show their appreciation. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 31 Aug 2009 | 11:05 pm Federer eases through in New YorkWorld number one Roger Federer begins the defence of his US Open title with a straight sets victory over American teenager Devin Britton.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Aug 2009 | 11:02 pm Venus battles back from the brinkThird seed Venus Williams is three points from defeat before recovering to beat Russia's Vera Dushevina in the first round of the US Open.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Aug 2009 | 8:53 pm Young Britton in awe facing great Federer in first roundFacing the all-time grand slam champ Roger Federer in the first round of the U.S. Open must have seemed like a dream for 18-year-old Devin Britton. It wasn't, but it certainly was unforgettable, Art Spander says.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 31 Aug 2009 | 8:53 pm Brad Penny headed to San Francisco Giants' rotationRight-hander Brad Penny cleared waivers today and signed with the San Francisco Giants, sources said Monday.Source: ESPN.com | 31 Aug 2009 | 8:39 pm History favors Bruins against San Diego StateUCLA has won 20 of 21 matchups against the Aztecs.UCLA has won 20 of 21 matchups against the Aztecs. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 31 Aug 2009 | 8:20 pm Kansas City Chiefs' Matt Cassel has MCL sprainKansas City quarterback Matt Cassel has a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee and could miss the Chiefs' season opener and beyond, Yahoo! Sports reported on Monday.Source: ESPN.com | 31 Aug 2009 | 8:16 pm Sources: Ricky Rubio to Barcelona after Timberwolves' visit failsRicky Rubio won't be coming to the NBA until 2011 at the earliest, sources told ESPN.com Monday.Source: ESPN.com | 31 Aug 2009 | 7:45 pm Rich Rodriguez says Michigan Wolverines comply with rulesMichigan coach Rich Rodriguez said Monday his football program has abided by the rules, despite allegations of NCAA violations.Source: ESPN.com | 31 Aug 2009 | 7:09 pm NHLPA fires executive director Paul KellyLess than two years after his hiring, Paul Kelly is out as as executive director of the NHL Players' Association.Source: ESPN.com | 31 Aug 2009 | 6:50 pm Osi Umenyiora out of practice; New York Giants' coach doesn't know whyGiants defensive end Osi Umenyiora missed practice on Monday and coach Tom Coughlin didn't know why.Source: ESPN.com | 31 Aug 2009 | 6:38 pm ESPN's Erin Andrews discusses her story with Oprah WinfreyESPN sideline reporter Erin Andrews, who was unknowingly videotaped inside her hotel room and then had videos and photos posted on the internet, sat down with Oprah Winfrey to discuss the incident in her first in-depth interview.Source: ESPN.com | 31 Aug 2009 | 6:12 pm Reid: Vick set to start second half at QB vs. JetsPHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Kevin Kolb is getting a start at quarterback in the Eagles' final preseason game.Source: SI.com | 31 Aug 2009 | 5:52 pm Ibrahimovic scores as Barcelona opens with winZlatan Ibrahimovic scored on his debut as Barcelona began its La Liga defense with a 3-0 victory over Sporting Gijon.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 31 Aug 2009 | 5:31 pm Today's poll: Who should be USC's starting quarterback?Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 31 Aug 2009 | 4:49 pm Ibrahmovic off the mark for BarcelonaZlatan Ibrahimovic scores on his Spanish league debut as Barcelona kick off their league title defence with a 3-0 win over Sporting Gijon.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Aug 2009 | 4:21 pm Uruguayan Arismendi joins StokeStoke sign Uruguayan midfielder Diego Arismendi from Club Nacional for a fee of £2.6m.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Aug 2009 | 4:15 pm Shah to play Twenty20 event in NZEngland batsman Owais Shah is to play for Wellington province in New Zealand's domestic Twenty20 cricket competition in December.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Aug 2009 | 4:04 pm Michigan's Rodriguez denies practice allegationsANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) -- Michigan coach Rich Rodriguez said Monday that his football program has abided by NCAA rules, despite allegations from players and former players who say the team has practiced far beyond the time allowed.Source: SI.com | 31 Aug 2009 | 2:41 pm Question of the day: Who can scare the Yankees?Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 31 Aug 2009 | 1:46 pm 'Not-so Amazins' lead lengthy list of disappointments this seasonThe Mets and Cubs have fallen woefully short of expectations, which is why the beleaguered clubs are headlining Jon Heyman's in-depth look at this season's biggest disappointments.Source: SI.com | 31 Aug 2009 | 1:10 pm Federer, Serena begin U.S. Open title defensesVenus Williams' comeback victory served as the most intriguing encounter of a Day 1 that included victories for recently unretired Kim Clijsters and defending champions Roger Federer and Serena Williams.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 31 Aug 2009 | 11:47 am Ancelotti's Chelsea top as AC Milan slumpsWith Chelsea on top and Milan looking ragged, it looks like Carlo Ancelotti made the break at the right time.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 31 Aug 2009 | 10:37 am Hingis to take part in British TV dancing showMartina Hingis vs. Joe Calzaghe might be a mismatch either on the tennis court or in a boxing ring.
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