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Karbon leads opening run of women's giant slalom (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Oct 2009 | 4:21 am Karbon leads opening run of women's giant slalomDenise Karbon and fellow Italian Manuela Moelgg are first and second after the opening run of a World Cup giant slalom race to start the ski season. Two-time defending overall champion...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Oct 2009 | 4:21 am Smith knows England must improveEngland coach Tony Smith says his team are "a long way off where they want to be" after their 34-12 over France in the Four Nations opener.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Oct 2009 | 4:09 am Owen expected to handle backlashManchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson backs striker Michael Owen to shrug off criticism from Liverpool fans on his return to Anfield.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Oct 2009 | 3:39 am Sergio Garcia one stroke behind leaders in CastellonCASTELLON, Spain (Reuters) - Sergio Garcia was one shot off leaders Martin Kaymer and Robert Allenby in the Castellon Masters after the defending champion finished off his second round...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Oct 2009 | 2:50 am Rossi grabs pole for Malaysian MotoGPItaly's Valentino Rossi will launch his bid for a seventh Moto GP world title from pole position at the Malaysian Grand Prix after clocking a lap record in gruelling conditions on Saturday.Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Oct 2009 | 2:50 am Love Olympic Style Could Yield Spot on U.S. TeamBengt and Ashley Walden met while competing a decade ago and married in 2006. Bengt, a former Swedish Olympian, hopes to make the United States luge team and so does Ashley.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 2:38 am Roundup: Rutgers Wins Sixth Straight Against ArmyJoe Martinek rushed for 139 yards and 2 touchdowns as Rutgers beat Army for the sixth straight time and evened their overall series at 18-18.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 2:16 am Wall practices with Kentucky in front of students (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Oct 2009 | 2:08 am NHL roundup: Friday's action on the iceSid the Kid marked his 300th career NHL regular-season game in style Friday night. The Penguins captain scored on the power play and with his team short- handed in the third, and addedSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Oct 2009 | 2:01 am NBA, referees agree to deal, ending lockout (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:55 am Rossi clinches pole in MalaysiaValentino Rossi makes the perfect start to his bid to seal a successful defence of his world title in Malaysia by claiming pole for Sunday's grand prix.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:54 am Timberwolves regroup in the third to beat Toronto 98-90over a 98-90 pre-season win against the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. Minnesota (3-5) fell behind by 14 points early, only to regroup in its third game in four nights for its secondSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:28 am Cracks Emerge in Ramps at New Yankee StadiumThe Yankees have hired an engineering company to determine the cause of the problems as the team prepares for what could be its first World Series there.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:14 am Friday's CIS Football RoundupDeVon Hicks is making quite a name for himself north of the border with the Saint Mary's Huskies. The 24-year-old defensive lineman from Dade City, Fla., returned two interceptions forSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:11 am Chris Erskine: Where the tailgate wags the dogA college football Saturday is like New Year's in L.A. Today, we're studying the health benefits of tailgating,...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am Trojans must keep Beavers' little guy from going long wayJacquizz Rodgers, Oregon State's 5-foot-7 tailback, ran for 186 yards last year when Beavers upset USC at Corvallis. Containing him is Trojans' top priority Saturday at Coliseum.Quizz knows
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am Magic Johnson's kiss-and-tell hurts Isiah ThomasJohnson's and Larry Bird's new book underlines the striking contrast between Magic and Bird, former enemies who became close friends, and Magic and Isiah, former close friends now estranged.Magic Johnson's relationship with Larry Bird, like so much else about Johnson, was one of the best things the NBA ever saw.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am Frank McCourt claims wife Jamie's behavior was insubordinate, inappropriateDodgers owner levels those charges against his estranged spouse in a letter firing her as the team's chief executive.Dodgers owner levels those charges against his estranged spouse in a letter firing her as the team's chief executive.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am Angels' Vladimir Guerrero has come through in OctoberReports of his demise have been exaggerated, as the slugger has had a number of big hits in the playoffs. Reports...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am UFC's Lyoto Machida gets in touch with his killer instinctThe undefeated light-heavyweight champion took to heart suggestions he needed a more compelling fighting style. He defends his title Saturday against Mauricio 'Shogun' Rua. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am Team extends contracts for goalie Jonathan Quick, defenseman Davis DrewiskeEach receives a three year extension, Quick at $1.8 million per year, and Drewiske at $600,000 per year. The morning after he allowed the...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am Clippers defeat New Orleans, 91-88, in final exhibitionAl Thornton leads the team with 20 points against the Hornets, who were without Chris Paul. Clippers go 6-2 in preseason. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am NBA's deal with referees pleases Phil Jackson, George KarlThe Lakers coach and his Denver counterpart say they're glad the regular game officials will be back on the job when the season starts Tuesday. But both coaches worry about refs' conditioning.They are of like minds -- at least when it comes to the NBA officials.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am Magic Johnson's kiss-and-tell hurts Isiah ThomasJohnson's and Larry Bird's new book underlines the striking contrast between Magic and Bird, former enemies who became close friends, and Magic and Isiah, former close friends now estranged. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am UCLA practices take on a sense of urgency as Arizona game approachesCoach Rick Neuheisel has been barking criticism and lavishing praise. Quarterback Kevin Prince will try to build on a solid game against Cal. Can he outduel the Wildcats' Nick Foles?There was something in the air around Westwood this week and, after three consecutive losses, it didn't have a "relentlessly positive" feel.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am World Series? For Dodgers, it's still only a dreamBut the club expects its young core to get the job done next season. Eight players, including Andre Ethier and Matt Kemp, are up for arbitration. Randy Wolf, Orlando Hudson are likely to move on.But the club expects its young core to get the job done next season. Eight players, including Andre Ethier and Matt Kemp, are up for arbitration. Randy Wolf, Orlando Hudson are likely to move on.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am NBA's deal with referees pleases Phil Jackson, George KarlThe Lakers coach and his Denver counterpart say they're glad the regular game officials will be back on the job when the season starts Tuesday. But both coaches worry about refs' conditioning. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am Angels' Vladimir Guerrero has come through in OctoberReports of his demise have been exaggerated, as the slugger has had a number of big hits in the playoffs.Reports of his demise have been exaggerated, as the slugger has had a number of big hits in the playoffs.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am UCLA practices take on a sense of urgency as Arizona game approachesCoach Rick Neuheisel has been barking criticism and lavishing praise. Quarterback Kevin Prince will try to build on a solid game against Cal. Can he outduel the Wildcats' Nick Foles? ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am NFL comes calling on London againNew England plays winless Tampa Bay on Sunday at Wembley Stadium, a few time zones beyond surrealism.Stare at an oil painting at just the proper angle and the eyes of the subject can seem to widen, as appeared to occur Friday morning just a few cricket fly balls south of the Thames.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am Clippers defeat New Orleans, 91-88, in final exhibitionAl Thornton leads the team with 20 points against the Hornets, who were without Chris Paul. Clippers go 6-2 in preseason.Whether it was stretch limos hovering around Staples Center or more designer clothes than you would see except for Fashion Week, the hoopla on the streets did seem a little excessive, a little misplaced.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am Chris Erskine: Where the tailgate wags the dogA college football Saturday is like New Year's in L.A.Today, we're studying the health benefits of tailgating, an autumn ritual with spiritual and emotional rewards. One young scholar just crushed a Heineken can on his forehead, so I suppose there are tactile benefits as well. The more I study sports, the more I feel like Albert Schweitzer.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 1:00 am Owen grabs share of Arizona leadEngland's Greg Owen shares the lead with US rookie Rickie Fowler at the halfway stage of the Frys.com Open in Scottsdale, Arizona.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:50 am Chance to Lift the Yankees Is Another Missed Opportunity for SwisherWith the bases loaded and two outs and the Yankees trailing by a run, Nick Swisher popped out to end Game 5 of the A.L.C.S. and extend his postseason slump.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:45 am Martinez Will Get the One Start He Wanted Most — a World Series GameAs a free agent, Pedro Martinez finally settled on the Phillies in July because he wanted to pitch for a contender and win another World Series ring.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:44 am Angels’ Mathis Becomes Force at Plate as Well as Behind ItA backup catcher used more for his defensive skills, Jeff Mathis has come up with timely hits in both Angels victories in the A.L.C.S.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:42 am At T.C.U., Player’s Success Comes From Dropping BallJerry Hughes was a running back in high school, but has developed into perhaps college football’s best defensive end at Texas Christian.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:40 am Pittsburgh Steelers safety Troy Polamalu practices, plans to play vs. Minnesota VikingsSteelers safety Troy Polamalu has returned to practice after sitting out two days to rest his still-healing left knee.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:39 am Dealing With Cancer, Jets Executive Slows Down by RunningPreparing for the New York City Marathon, Matt Higgins, the Jets’ executive vice president of business operations, has lost 55 pounds and has gained balance in his life.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:37 am N.F.L. Data Reinforces Dementia LinksA flawed union analysis unwittingly corroborates the theory that aging pro football players have cognitive problems at higher rates than the general population.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:35 am N.F.L. Roundup: Zorn Staying With RedskinsThe Redskins’ front office capped a week of high drama by giving their embattled Coach Jim Zorn an unexpected vote of confidence.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:30 am Wizards' Jamison to miss 8-13 games with injury (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:29 am Ryan Newman, Jeff Gordon to start up front at MartinsvilleRyan Newman won the pole for Sunday's race with a lap at 96.795 mph, followed by Jeff Gordon at 96.519.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:18 am Jim Zorn to finish season as Washington Redskins coach, VP Vinny Cerrato saysJim Zorn will remain the head coach of the Washington Redskins for the rest of this season, a team executive said Friday.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:10 am Crosby goal in shootout spurs Pens to 9-1 startPITTSBURGH(AP) Sidney Crosby found a lot of ways to score in his 300th career NHL regular-season game.
Source: SI.com | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:04 am Rookie shares lead in second tourney
Source: SI.com | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:04 am Ten college football storylines to watchThe college football world will focus on scenic Provo, where BYU and TCU play the day's biggest game. Mallory Rubin gives her thoughts and examines nine other storylines to watch.
Source: SI.com | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:04 am NBA referees approve two-year labor agreementIt's a done deal: The regular NBA refs will be back for the start of the regular season.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:02 am Rossi laps 2nd fastest in final Moto GP practiceItalian motorcycling maestro Valentino Rossi showed he was keeping on track to win the MotoGP World Championship in Malaysia after lapping second fastest in the final practice on Saturday.Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Oct 2009 | 12:00 am Moles quits as New Zealand coachAndy Moles resigns as New Zealand cricket coach in an amicable agreement following a performance review.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 23 Oct 2009 | 11:50 pm Lawson scores 29 points in Nuggets' winRookie Ty Lawson had 29 points, six assists and five steals to help the Denver Nuggets beat the Los Angeles Lakers 119-105 on Friday night in the exhibition finale for both teams. The...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 23 Oct 2009 | 11:33 pm Pens win 7th straight as Crosby buries PanthersSidney Crosby scored twice in the third period and had the only goal in the shootout, and the Pittsburgh Penguins overcame a two-goal deficit to win their seventh straight game, 3-2 over the Florida Panthers on Friday night.Source: ESPN.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 11:25 pm Clippers end preseason with 91-88 win over HornetsAl Thornton scored six of his 20 points over the final 1:23 and DeAndre Jordan had 16 points and nine rebounds to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a 91-88 victory over the New Orleans...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 23 Oct 2009 | 11:13 pm Game is just not cricketThe city is beautiful. The people seem to like us again. The Patriots are officially the most popular team in the United Kingdom and there will be a lot of Tom Brady and Randy Moss jerseys at Wembley Stadium...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 23 Oct 2009 | 11:08 pm Paul Stastny leads Avalanche to beat HurricanesDENVER (Reuters) - Paul Stastny scored the winning goal for the Western Conference-leading Colorado Avalanche in a 5-4 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes 5-4 on Friday.Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 23 Oct 2009 | 10:55 pm Avalanche beat Hurricanes 5-4 (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 23 Oct 2009 | 10:42 pm Oakland Raiders' Tom Cable thankful assault charges not filedOakland Raiders coach Tom Cable says he is thankful the Napa County district attorney decided not to file charges in an alleged assault against a former assistant.Source: ESPN.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 10:28 pm Antawn Jamison of Washington Wizards likely to miss three to five weeks with shoulder injuryAntawn Jamison's ailing shoulder will take much longer to heal than expected -- keeping him off the court well into the regular season.Source: ESPN.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 10:20 pm Foreign legionLONDON - As he stood on a small black riser just a few feet off the verdant lawn of the Brit Oval cricket ground, Patriots nose tackle Vince Wilfork was like the NFL’s goodwill ambassador to England...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 23 Oct 2009 | 10:00 pm Jets receiver Cotchery ruled out of Raiders clash (Reuters)Reuters - New York Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery will miss the weekend's game against the Oakland Raiders through injury, the team confirmed on Friday.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 23 Oct 2009 | 9:48 pm New contract will have NBA refs back for openersNEW YORK (AP) -- David Stern is pleased with the performance of his replacement referees, though hoping his regular staff is ready to come back to work.
Source: SI.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 9:27 pm Polamalu to make return for Steelers vs. VikingsSteelers safety Troy Polamalu has returned to practice after sitting out two days to rest his still-healing left knee.
Source: SI.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 8:34 pm Perpignan to face sea of pink at 'Top14' Stade (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 23 Oct 2009 | 8:29 pm Benitez needs Liverpool rally against United (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 23 Oct 2009 | 8:22 pm Out with neck injury, Samuels' future uncertainWashington Redskins left tackle Chris Samuels says he hopes to play again -- but it'll be a while before he decides whether he can.
Source: SI.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 8:01 pm Angels fly to Bronx with ALCS comeback in mind (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 23 Oct 2009 | 7:41 pm McCourt break-up leaves Dodgers on tenterhooks (Reuters)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 23 Oct 2009 | 7:34 pm Dallas Cowboys concerned about Roy WilliamsIRVING, Texas -- Cowboys coach Wade Phillips said Friday he's concerned about the playing status of wide receiver Roy Williams. Williams is still recovering from three bruised ribs, suffered Oct. 4 at Denver. Yet, Williams said he expects to play. But Phillips said Williams is in pain, even when he catches a pass in practice, and that the receiver would have to wear protective padding over his injured ribs if he were to play Sunday. "The guy I'm worried about is Roy Williams," Phillips said... Source: ESPN.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 6:15 pm Cincinnati Bengals' Chad Ochocinco fined $10K for wrong color chin strapBengals receiver Chad Ochocinco has been fined $10,000 by the NFL for a uniform violation.Source: ESPN.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 6:08 pm John Wall practices with Kentucky Wildcats day after report on eligibility probeKentucky freshman guard John Wall practiced with his teammates in front of students, a day after a report that the highly touted guard might not be eligible to play.Source: ESPN.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 5:59 pm Redskins GM: Zorn won't be fired during seasonWASHINGTON (AP) -- The Washington Redskins front office capped a week of high drama Friday with an unexpected vote of confidence in coach Jim Zorn.
Source: SI.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 4:28 pm Leverkusen draws 1-1 against DortmundBundesliga leader Bayer Leverkusen rallied to earn a 1-1 draw with Borussia Dortmund on Friday.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 23 Oct 2009 | 3:47 pm Soderling reaches Stockholm semisSwedish top seed Robin Soderling keeps his hopes of reaching the ATP World Tour Finals alive by reaching the semi-finals of the Stockholm Open.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 23 Oct 2009 | 3:23 pm Edinburgh 12-7 MunsterEdinburgh move to the top of the Magners League with a 12-7 win over defending champions Munster at Murrayfield.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 23 Oct 2009 | 2:59 pm Top five Liverpool-Manchester United classicsIn honor of Sunday's clash between Liverpool and United (LIVE on FSC), we look back at five of their biggest matches.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 23 Oct 2009 | 2:09 pm Reds to step up Anfield securitySecurity will be heightened at Anfield as fans plan a march to protest against the American owners of the club.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 23 Oct 2009 | 1:39 pm Hughes keeps one eye on AnfieldManchester City manager Mark Hughes is more eager than usual to learn the result of the Anfield clash between Liverpool and Manchester United.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 23 Oct 2009 | 1:36 pm How the loss of Charlie Davies will affect the U.S.The loss of Charlie Davies for the U.S. at the World Cup means that Bob Bradley will have to get creative up top.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 23 Oct 2009 | 1:29 pm Gators may play without three defensive startersGAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- Second-ranked Florida could be without three defensive starters against Mississippi State.
Source: SI.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 12:41 pm Fifa to use wrist-scan age tests at Under-17 World CupFifa to use wrist scans to determine the age of players at this year's Under-17 World Cup in Nigeria.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 23 Oct 2009 | 11:50 am NSW seal Champions League gloryBrett Lee puts in a barnstorming display with bat and ball as New South Wales beat Trinidad & Tobago by 41 runs in the Champions League final.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 23 Oct 2009 | 11:49 am Rafa criticism 'excessive' - WengerArsene Wenger believes the criticism levelled at under-fire Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez is undeserved and "excessive".Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 23 Oct 2009 | 11:48 am Gaffer Rafa 'relaxed' over Reds jobRafael Benitez insists he is "relaxed" over his future at Anfield, and claims his current Liverpool squad is "better than people think".Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 23 Oct 2009 | 11:45 am Mourinho rules out return to PremJose Mourinho has rubbished talk suggesting he could replace Rafael Benitez at Anfield, saying a return to the Premier League is "impossible".Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 23 Oct 2009 | 11:25 am South Africa reappoint ParreiraBrazilian Carlos Alberto Parreira is to return to his previous job as coach of South Africa.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 23 Oct 2009 | 11:20 am France to host United States on clay in Fed CupThe United States will play the first round of the Fed Cup in France on clay.
 Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 10:34 am Soderling reaches final eight in home tournamentTop-seeded Robin Soderling edged Guillermo Garcia-Lopez 7-6 (4), 6-4 in the Stockholm Open quarterfinals on Friday, remaining on course for a third home final in the Swedish capital.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 10:00 am Breaking down Bears-BengalsCedric Benson and Tank Johnson both left Chicago under unpleasant circumstances. Adam Duerson can't wait to see how the reunion goes when the Bengals host the Bears on Sunday.
Source: SI.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 9:46 am Game of the Week: BCS hopes at stakeGame of the week: BCS berth is on the line when TCU visits BYU.
Source: SI.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 9:34 am Wickmayer through to Luxembourg semifinalsYanina Wickmayer beat Kirsten Flipkens 7-6 (1), 4-6, 6-1 in an all-Belgian battle Friday to reach the semifinals of the Luxembourg Open.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 8:55 am Jankovic upset, Schiavone advances at Kremlin CupAlisa Kleybanova of Russia beat defending champion Jelena Jankovic of Serbia 6-4, 6-3 Friday to advance to the semifinals of the Kremlin Cup.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 23 Oct 2009 | 8:19 am Rooney may miss Man United's match at LiverpoolWayne Rooney has yet to recover from a calf injury and could miss the Premier League match at Liverpool.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 23 Oct 2009 | 5:27 am
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