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Citing fatigue, Federer out of Japan, Shanghai eventsRoger Federer pulled out of the Japan Open and Shanghai ATP Masters 1000 on Friday, citing the need to rest after a physically challenging year.
 Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 25 Sep 2009 | 4:59 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 | 25 Sep 2009 | 4:29 am Gamecocks pull Top 5 surprise, beat Ole Miss 16-10 (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Sep 2009 | 4:29 am Celtic complete capture of ZhengCeltic boss Tony Mowbray says he has signed China captain Zheng Zhi as he needs more quality midfielders.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Sep 2009 | 4:19 am Neville knows momentum is keyManchester United defender Gary Neville believes the August international was partly to blame for the Red Devils' early-season malaise.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 25 Sep 2009 | 4:05 am Ferguson keeps faith in FosterSir Alex Ferguson says Ben Foster will keep his place for Manchester United's clash at Stoke, despite his derby clangers last weekend.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 25 Sep 2009 | 4:04 am Weary Federer withdraws from Japan, Shanghai eventsLONDON (Reuters) - World number one Roger Federer has withdrawn from next month's Japan Open and Shanghai Masters in order to get some rest, the Swiss confirmed on Friday.Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Sep 2009 | 3:47 am Federer to miss Asian tournamentsSwitzerland's world number one Roger Federer pulls out of next month's Japan Open and Shanghai Masters 1000.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Sep 2009 | 3:35 am Live - Singapore GP practiceChampionship leader Jenson Button looks to continue his recent resurgence in practice ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Sep 2009 | 3:30 am Analysis: N.B.A.’s Global Outreach Returns to U.S. ShoresAfter the marketing of basketball overseas for years, Mikhail D. Prokhorov, a billionaire who used to own a Moscow team, wants to buy an 80 percent stake in an N.B.A. franchise.
Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 2:40 am Walcott believes in Gunners chancesArsenal forward Theo Walcott believes the current Gunners squad are good enough to challenge for top honours, despite what their critics say.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 25 Sep 2009 | 2:09 am Gunners boosted by duo's fitnessArsenal have been given a huge lift ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash at Fulham as Andrei Arshavin and Theo Walcott are available.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 25 Sep 2009 | 2:08 am Ade won't change celebration waysManchester City's Emmanuel Adebayor will continue to show "emotion" when he celebrates goals despite facing an FA charge for improper conduct.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:51 am Indonesia's Santoso keeps giant-killing runSimon Santoso continued his giant-killing run by beating fellow Indonesian defending champion Soni Dwi Kuncoro at the Japan Open badminton tournament on Friday. Unseeded Santoso -- who...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:47 am Giants clash as France's Top 14 hots upThe Top 14 enters a critical phase at the weekend as early leaders Clermont and Perpignan clash while traditional titans Toulouse and Stade Francais face a fight to catch up. And there'sSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:39 am Newcastle seal Harewood loan dealNewcastle United sign Aston Villa striker Marlon Harewood on a three-month loan deal.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:29 am Sweden's Gustafson starts quickly at LPGA eventSweden's Sophie Gustafson, who is seeking her first win on the tour in six years, posted a seven-under par 65 to grab the first-round lead at the LPGA's CVS Challenge. Gustafson has hadSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:12 am South Carolina shocks fourth-ranked Ole MissMississippi wasn't ready for the Top 5 -- or South Carolina's defense.Source: ESPN.com | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:12 am BodyBuilding.com Sells Supplements That Contain Steroids, Court Papers SayBodyBuilding.com, which is owned by the same company that owns the Atlanta Braves, is selling steroids over the Internet, according to court papers.
Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:05 am Rafael Furcal has a big night against NationalsShortstop is coming on strong with four hits, including the tiebreaking homer, as Dodgers come close to clinching a playoff berth.Shortstop is coming on strong with four hits, including the tiebreaking homer, as Dodgers come close to clinching a playoff berth.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am An early score in the game of returning NFL to L.A.Here are some answers to the most pertinent questions about where the league is on the issue of returning to the nation's second-largest market.Here are some answers to the most pertinent questions about where the league is on the issue of returning to the nation's second-largest market.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am State commission's oversight of boxing is criticizedSpecial report: Promoters and others say California State Athletic Commission has added risk to a perilous sport. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am State commission's oversight of boxing is criticizedSpecial report: Promoters and others say California State Athletic Commission has added risk to a perilous sport.The last time Staples Center was filled to capacity for a prominent fight that attracted a national television audience, the insistence of one observant trainer saved the California State Athletic Commission from potentially suffering more than embarrassment.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Rafael Furcal has a big night against NationalsShortstop is coming on strong with four hits, including the tiebreaking homer, as Dodgers come close to clinching a playoff berth. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Chad Billingsley and Clayton Kershaw are postseason keys for DodgersText messages from press row . . .Text messages from press row . . .
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Kings support Sean O'Donnell's actions in Islanders gameGM Dean Lombardi and Coach Terry Murray have no problem with the defenseman's cross-check that led to a five-game suspension. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Struggles have made Angels' Kevin Jepsen strongerBeing demoted to the minors last spring was hardly the biggest setback he has endured in his career. Now he has pitched himself into the setup role in the Angels' bullpen.Being demoted to the minors last spring was hardly the biggest setback he has endured in his career. Now he has pitched himself into the setup role in the Angels' bullpen.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Slick Rick Neuheisel looking solid at UCLAThere's still a gap to reach that team across town, but the coach is bringing some buzz to UCLA.There's still a gap to reach that team across town, but the coach is bringing some buzz to UCLA.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Slick Rick Neuheisel looking solid at UCLAThere's still a gap to reach that team across town, but the coach is bringing some buzz to UCLA. There's still...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am USC's Taylor Mays to start against Washington StateThe Trojans' safety is not completely healed from a knee sprain, but Coach Pete Carroll says Mays is "ready to go." ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am USC's Taylor Mays to start against Washington StateThe Trojans' safety is not completely healed from a knee sprain, but Coach Pete Carroll says Mays is "ready to go."The Trojans' safety is not completely healed from a knee sprain, but Coach Pete Carroll says Mays is "ready to go."
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am Canucks lose for first time in pre-season. 3-2 in overtime to DucksVANCOUVER. B.C. - Teemu Selanne and Saku Koivu made up for lost time Thursday night. The two longtime friends and Finnish national teammates. who have long dreamed of playing on the...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:57 am Billionaires at Play: Mike Versus MikhailWhile Mikhail Prokhorov, poised to become the owner of the Nets, is taller, Michael R. Bloomberg has more money.
Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:56 am Bankruptcy Judge Gives O.K. to Sale of the CubsA federal bankruptcy court judge in Delaware approved the Tribune Company’s $845 million sale of the Chicago Cubs to the family of Joe Ricketts, the founder of the TD Ameritrade.
Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:49 am Poulter defends Vivendi pull-outIan Poulter defends his decision to pull out of Britain and Ireland's team for the Vivendi Trophy.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:39 am Sanchez Quickly Defies the Rookie LabelJets quarterback Mark Sanchez has already shown the poise of a more experienced player in his two N.F.L. starts.
Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:34 am Friday's gossip columnPhil Brown is battling to save his job at Hull, plus other rumoursSource: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:33 am Sean O'Hair leads by one stroke at Tour ChampionshipSean O'Hair got a putting tip from Tiger Woods and put it to good use Thursday in the Tour Championship, opening with a 4-under 66 to take a one-shot lead in the final FedEx Cup playoff event.Source: ESPN.com | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:31 am Cycling Moves to Phase Out Use of Two-Way RadiosThe International Cycling Union voted for an eventual ban on in-race communications despite likely opposition from teams who consider it a safety issue.
Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:30 am South Carolina 16, Mississippi 10: Gamecocks Shut Down Struggling RebelsOle Miss quarterback Jevan Snead was hounded all game as the fourth-ranked Rebels lost to unranked South Carolina.
Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:28 am N.F.L. Roundup: Injured McNabb Probably Won’t PlayEagles Quarterback Donovan McNabb was still unable to practice because of a broken rib, and is expected to miss his second straight game.
Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:27 am For the Red Sox’ Francona, a Modest MilestoneThe Red Sox beat the Royals, 10-3, on Thursday night to give Terry Francona his 561st win as Boston’s manager, second most in franchise history.
Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:26 am Miller Forgoes Retirement to Take Another Shot at OlympicsAfter flaming out in the Turin Games in 2006, Bode Miller rejoins the United States Ski Team and looks forward to competing in the Vancouver Olympics.
Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:25 am Massa set to make low-key returnFerrari's Felipe Massa is to take part in a karting event in Brazil in November as he continues his recovery from near-fatal head injuries.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:24 am Tigers hold off Indians, pad lead to three gamesCLEVELAND(AP) Although Justin Verlander and Tigers manager Jim Leyland don't always agree on pitching philosophy, they were both pleased with his latest effort.
Source: SI.com | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:12 am O'Hair leads, Woods 1 back at FedEx
Source: SI.com | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:12 am Rockies fall to PadsDENVER(AP) The Colorado Rockies insist they're not feeling the squeeze as the NL wild-card race tightens around them.
Source: SI.com | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:12 am South Carolina smothers Snead, No. 4 Ole Miss 16-10Ole Miss was out to prove it was worthy of its No. 4 ranking, but the Rebels became the latest top-5 team to go down. South Carolina upset Ole Miss 16-10, thanks to its stellar defense.
Source: SI.com | 25 Sep 2009 | 12:12 am Ole Miss falls prey to expectations, SI cover jinxThe SI jinx strikes again, says Andy Staples. How else to explain Ole Miss losing to South Carolina and joining preseason cover teams Oregon and Oklahoma St. with September losses?
Source: SI.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 11:56 pm Phoenix Coyotes coach Wayne Gretzky steps downWayne Gretzky has stepped down as head coach of the Phoenix Coyotes.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 11:47 pm UCLA's Richard Brehaut might get in gamesCoach Rick Neuheisel said he's looking for chances to play the freshman quarterback.Coach Rick Neuheisel said he's looking for chances to play the freshman quarterback.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 24 Sep 2009 | 11:45 pm UCLA's Richard Brehaut might get in gamesCoach Rick Neuheisel said he's looking for chances to play the freshman quarterback. Coach Rick Neuheisel said...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 24 Sep 2009 | 11:45 pm Raikkonen insists he is committed to FerrariFormer world champion Kimi Raikkonen insists he is committed to Ferrari in 2010 as speculation mounts that the Finn will be dumped in favour of Spain's Fernando Alonso. Media reports in...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Sep 2009 | 11:40 pm Baseball roundup: Thursday's action on the diamondsThe Detroit Tigers are in the thick of a pennant race. That's uncharted territory for the Cleveland Indians, who have nothing left to play for except preventing a club-record losing...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Sep 2009 | 11:37 pm Baker's homer stuns Giants (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Sep 2009 | 11:30 pm Tigers boost Central gap as Verlander wins 17thJustin Verlander pitched the Detroit Tigers closer to a division title and pushed the Cleveland Indians within one loss of matching a franchise record for futility with a 6-5 win on Thursday night.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 11:21 pm Baker's homer stuns Giants, Cubs stay aliveJeff Baker hit a two-out, two-run home run in the top of the ninth inning and the Chicago Cubs staved off elimination in the NL Central for a day by handing the San Francisco Giants a blow...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Sep 2009 | 11:18 pm Baker's homer stuns GiantsJeff Baker hit a two-out, two-run home run in the top of the ninth inning and the Chicago Cubs staved off playoff elimination for a day by handing the San Francisco Giants a blow to their...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Sep 2009 | 11:07 pm Cubs 3, Giants 2Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Sep 2009 | 11:01 pm Report: Danica Patrick re-signs with Andretti Green Racing in the IndyCar SeriesDanica Patrick has signed a three-year contract to remain with Andretti Green Racing in the IndyCar Series, the Indianapolis Star reported on Thursday.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 10:46 pm Selanne scores in OT, Ducks beat Canucks (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Sep 2009 | 10:36 pm Boston closer to playoffs after 10-3 win over KCHead congested, body weak, sneezes machine-gunning from his nose, Clay Buchholz figured it was going to be a tough night.Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 24 Sep 2009 | 10:08 pm Chance to win in his handsJoey Galloway says he came to New England for the opportunity. The 15-year wide receiver, who signed a one-year, $1.15 million contract with the Patriots March 19, saw an opportunity to win. He knew the...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 24 Sep 2009 | 10:00 pm Not many chances to see Casey at the batThere were more than a few double-takes when the news came down. The Red Sox had swapped first basemen with the Braves, getting Casey Kotchman and shipping out the newly acquired Adam LaRoche .Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 24 Sep 2009 | 10:00 pm They’re no patsies on home frontI thought a bunch of underdogs looked appealing last week, but the one I didn’t have the guts to take was the Jets. It was a classic case of overthinking the obvious. At midweek, the Jets seemed...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 24 Sep 2009 | 10:00 pm Jerry Jones' six-point plan to a better lifeJerry Jones has figured out how to live. Just ask him. Chris Ballard spent time with the Cowboys owner and gleaned six secrets.
Source: SI.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 9:52 pm Flip Murray agrees to 1-year deal with Bobcats (AP)AP - The Charlotte Bobcats came to terms late Thursday with free agent guard Ronald "Flip" Murray on a one-year, $1.99 million deal.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Sep 2009 | 9:19 pm Bode hopes to compete in VancouverLOS ANGELES (AP) -- Bode Miller is ending his splendid isolation and rejoining the U.S. Ski Team, just five months before the Vancouver Olympics.
Source: SI.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 9:05 pm Arreola comes in trim for Klitschko title fight (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Sep 2009 | 9:03 pm Gustafson leads CVS/pharmacy LPGA Challenge (AP)AP - Sophie Gustafson is on a bit of a roll, one that's been long overdue.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Sep 2009 | 9:01 pm USC safety Taylor Mays plans to return (AP)AP - Southern California coach Pete Carroll says All-America safety Taylor Mays will return from a knee injury Saturday against Washington State.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Sep 2009 | 8:46 pm Adrian Peterson of Minnesota Vikings: Back injury 'not a big deal'Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson says his back injury is "not a big deal," meaning he should play Sunday against San Francisco.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 8:38 pm Notre Dame's Jimmy Clausen likely to play, Armando Allen iffyNotre Dame quarterback Jimmy Clausen is expected to play this weekend against Purdue.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 8:38 pm Wayne Gretzky resigns as Coyotes coach (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Sep 2009 | 8:07 pm Self, KU players issue apology for recent incidentLAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) -- Kansas basketball players involved in fighting with Jayhawks football players apologized Thursday, saying they embarrassed themselves and the school.
Source: SI.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 7:58 pm Italian Serie A Roundup, Sep. 24Serie A Roundup: Juventus' perfect start was snapped by a 2-2 draw at Genoa, but they remain in first place.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 24 Sep 2009 | 7:31 pm Kansas basketball players apologize for fightingKansas basketball players involved in fighting with Jayhawks football players apologized Thursday, saying they embarrassed themselves and the school.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 7:20 pm Dallas Cowboys getting proof largest TVs are in TexasThe mammoth video boards at Cowboys Stadium are drawing attention from the Guinness World Records officials.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 7:18 pm Steelers' Carter fined for hit that hurt him (AP)AP - Pittsburgh Steelers safety Tyrone Carter has been fined $5,000 for a hit that left him with a bruised left thigh.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Sep 2009 | 7:08 pm Detroit Lions, Oakland Raiders fail to sell out games, will be blacked out on local TV SundayThe Detroit Lions and Oakland Raiders failed to sell all their tickets for Sunday's games, meaning there will be a TV blackout in some of their local markets.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 7:08 pm O'Hair stays busy during a week off (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Sep 2009 | 6:06 pm Gretzky steps down as Coyotes' coachPHOENIX (AP) -- Wayne Gretzky has resigned as coach of the Phoenix Coyotes.
Source: SI.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 5:29 pm French court dismisses lawsuit filed by GasquetFrench prosecutors have dismissed a lawsuit filed by tennis player Richard Gasquet in an attempt to further clear himself from a positive test for cocaine.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 4:47 pm Harrington hits form in AtlantaIreland's Padraig Harrington continues his recent return to form to lie a shot off the lead after the first round of the Tour Championship.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Sep 2009 | 4:35 pm Egypt beats Trinidad & Tobago 4-1 at U-20 World CupHost country Egypt kicked off the 2009 FIFA U-20 World Cup with a huge 4-1 victory over Trinidad and Tobago.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 24 Sep 2009 | 4:05 pm Top seed Monfils takes out Grosjean in straight setsTop-seeded Gael Monfils reached the Open de Moselle quarterfinals by thrashing fellow Frenchman Sebastien Grosjean 6-1, 6-1 on Thursday.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 3:54 pm Vikes star Peterson: Back injury 'not a big deal'EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) -- Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson says his back injury is "not a big deal," meaning he should play Sunday against San Francisco.
Source: SI.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 3:16 pm Wenger has 'no plans to retire'Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says he has no plans to retire despite celebrating his 60th birthday later this month.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Sep 2009 | 3:14 pm Few changes in Brazil's squad for World Cup qualifiersDespite Brazil booking a World Cup berth, coach Dunga made few changes for the final CONMEBOL qualifiers.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 24 Sep 2009 | 3:10 pm Keeper guilty of moving goalpostsIFK Goteborg goalkeeper Kim Christensen could be in hot water after moving the posts during a Swedish first division game in order to make the goal smaller.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Sep 2009 | 2:55 pm Kobe Bryant is named NBA player of the decadeThe Sporting News selects the All-Star guard just ahead of San Antonio's Tim Duncan.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 24 Sep 2009 | 2:36 pm Matt Leinart is named college football player of the decadeFormer USC quarterback is the choice of Sporting News, although fans selected Tim Tebow.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 24 Sep 2009 | 2:05 pm Monaco, Greul, Cuevas reach Romania quartersThird-seeded Juan Monaco of Argentina defeated Pere Riba of Spain 6-4, 6-2 Thursday to reach the quarterfinals of the BCR Open Romania.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 9:20 am Dokic's father has 15-month prison sentence confirmedA Serbian court confirmed a 15-month prison sentence for the father of tennis player Jelena Dokic on charges that he threatened the Australian ambassador to Serbia.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 6:21 am Kirilenko, Hantuchova reach quarters at Korea OpenDefending champion Maria Kirilenko of Russia advanced to the Korea Open quarterfinals on Thursday by beating Francesca Schiavone, who retired with an injury early in the second set.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 6:17 am Clijsters plans 2010 around her No. 1 -- familyKim Clijsters will center her 2010 schedule as much around young daughter Jada as around the four Grand Slams, planning a limited program that will put family first.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 6:17 am Peer advances to quarters of Tashkent OpenSecond-seeded Shahar Peer of Israel beat Kathrin Woerle of Germany 6-2, 6-4 Thursday to reach the quarterfinals of the Tashkent Open.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Sep 2009 | 5:50 am
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