France hit back in Republic row

France's Lassana Diarra accuses Republic of Ireland players of "making up stories" after tempers flared at the end of Saturday's World Cup play-off.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Nov 2009 | 3:29 am

Collins interested in Scots job

Former Scotland midfielder John Collins says he is interested in taking over from George Burley as manager of the national team.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Nov 2009 | 3:19 am

Wenger forced me out - Adebayor

Manchester City's Emmanuel Adebayor has revealed that he was forced out of Arsenal by manager Arsene Wenger.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 17 Nov 2009 | 3:18 am

Timo Glock to drive for Manor GP next F1 season (AP)

AP - Timo Glock will drive for the new Manor GP team in the next Formula One season.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Nov 2009 | 3:04 am

De Malmanche gets All Blacks call

Waikato hooker Aled de Malmanche is called up to the New Zealand squad ahead of Saturday's match with England.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Nov 2009 | 2:56 am

It could be open season on Bruins

UCLA loses opener in two overtimes, doing little to refute notion that young team may be in for a long winter.

UCLA loses opener in two overtimes, doing little to refute notion that young team may be in for a long winter.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 2:43 am

St. Mary's rolls past San Diego State 80-58 (AP)

AP - Mickey McConnell scored a career-high 24 points, Omar Samhan added 17 points and 16 rebounds and St. Mary's beat San Diego State 80-58 on Monday night.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Nov 2009 | 2:05 am

U.S. hoping nothing's rotten in Denmark

TRECKER: An unconvincing U.S. squad must put aside its latest loss in order to beat Denmark on Wednesday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 17 Nov 2009 | 2:04 am

Needing a win, Bosnia relying on home advantage

Portugal will enter a cauldron in central Bosnia without Cristiano Ronaldo on Wednesday, when it plays for a World Cup spot against a Bosnia-Herzegovina team desperate to qualify for the first time.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:43 am

Evans junior aims to emulate Jonny

Corry Evans is determined to emulate his elder brother Jonny and break into both the Manchester United and Northern Ireland senior teams.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:35 am

Glock to lead new Manor F1 team

The new Manor team sign German Timo Glock as their lead driver for the 2010 season.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:33 am

Cleveland Rocked: Ravens blank hapless Browns 16-0 (AP)

Cleveland Browns running back Chris Jennings (34) is tackled by Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis in the third quarter of an NFL football game Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan)AP - Even after Baltimore had punished Brady Quinn, Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis got in one more vicious hit on Cleveland's quarterback.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:31 am

Cleveland Rocked: Ravens blank hapless Browns 16-0

Even after Baltimore had punished Brady Quinn, Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis got in one more vicious hit on Cleveland's quarterback. Angered over Quinn's questionable chop block on Ravens...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:31 am

Timo Glock to drive for F1 team Manor in 2010

Timo Glock will drive for the new Manor Formula One team next season. Glock's manager Hans-Bernd Wersauer says the German driver has agreed to a two-year contract, with another season as
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:30 am

Benitez: I'll quit if Reds sell Torres

Rafael Benitez has threatened to quit Liverpool should striker Fernando Torres be sold against his will.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:27 am

Paceman Lee to decide on future

Australia fast bowler Brett Lee is to take a break from the sport to rest his latest injury before deciding on his cricketing future.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:27 am

Warriors grant Jackson his 'Golden' ticket out (AP)

Charlotte Bobcats forward Stephen Jackson reacts after missing a shot late in the second half of an NBA  basketball game against the Orlando Magic in Orlando, Fla., Monday, Nov. 16, 2009.  The Magic won 97-91. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)AP - Stephen Jackson wanted out of Golden State so badly for so long. When the team finally called to tell him he'd been traded, he already knew.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:25 am

Warriors grant Jackson his 'Golden' ticket out

Stephen Jackson wanted out of Golden State so badly for so long. When the team finally called to tell him he'd been traded, he already knew. At long last, he got to say goodbye. "I...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:25 am

A's Bailey and Marlins' Coghlan win Rookie awards (AP)

FILE - In this July 12, 2009 photo, Oakland Athletics closer Andrew Bailey pitches against the Tampa Bay Rays during the ninth inning of a baseball game, in St. Petersburg, Fla.    Bailey, an All-Star in his first major league season, was selected first on 13 of 28 ballots and finished with 88 points. Texas Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus was the runner-up with 65 points, one more than Detroit Tigers pitcher Rick Porcello.   (AP Photo/Steve Nesius)AP - Andrew Bailey was driving along, talking to his agent on a handsfree cell phone, when another call came in.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:25 am

A's Bailey and Marlins' Coghlan win Rookie awards

Andrew Bailey was driving along, talking to his agent on a handsfree cell phone, when another call came in. Figuring it was probably his mom, the Oakland Athletics closer finished one...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:25 am

Goodell fines Titans owner $250,000 for gesture (AP)

FILE - This is an Aug. 15, 2009, file photo showing Tennessee Titans owner Bud Adams before the start of an NFL preseason football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Nashville, Tenn. The NFL is looking into reports Tennessee owner Bud Adams made an obscene hand gesture from his luxury suite and from the field while celebrating his Titans' 41-17 win over Buffalo, Sunday Nov. 15, 2009. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, fILE)AP - The NFL flags and fines players for excessive celebration on the field. Commissioner Roger Goodell just sent a very clear message that the league's owners aren't above those same rules.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:23 am

Doyle 'confident' of Republic glory

Wolves striker Kevin Doyle will head for Paris confident the Republic of Ireland can overturn their World Cup play-off deficit against France.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:12 am

JT: Blues to spend in January sales

John Terry admits "it's good news" about Chelsea's transfer ban being suspended - and expects them to go shopping in the January sales.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:07 am

I'll be fit for World Cup, vows James

Portsmouth goalkeeper David James has assured England coach Fabio Capello he expects to be fully fit for next summer's World Cup.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:05 am

Bruins continue to search for a consistent running game

UCLA will try to find consistency with its rushing attack against Arizona State, which has the 21st-ranked rushing defense in the nation.

UCLA gained 232 yards rushing in its last game, yet Coach Rick Neuheisel remains adamant that the Bruins must be able to run more consistently.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Kings, still in the spotlight, will see if they can take the heat

Anze Kopitar's scoring has led the way, but as the team seeks to rise to the next level -- and stay there -- the players will have to deal with scrutiny they may not have experienced previously.

Even in this wired world, news about the Kings seems to travel slowly.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Al Thornton weighs in on woes

Forward believes that losing 25 pounds too fast in the off-season threw off his game.

Conventional wisdom held that a slimmer Al Thornton was supposed to be a new-and-improved Al Thornton.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Angels GM says focus is not on outfielder Matt Holliday

Tony Reagins says re-signing John Lackey and Chone Figgins remain the top priorities. Vladimir Guerrero and Darren Oliver are also still in play.

General Manager Tony Reagins on Monday shot down a Foxsports.com report that the Angels are one of three teams, along with the Yankees and Red Sox, that have expressed serious interest in free-agent outfielder Matt Holliday .



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Trojans look for answers to debacle

Players try to regroup on the wake of 55-21 loss to Stanford.

The giggling, joking and general lightheartedness that USC players typically display en route to team meetings was noticeably absent Monday at Heritage Hall.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

USC's Lewis stands alone in this crowd

As the only returning starter on a team that saw three stars leave early and a coach resign, the senior guard will be a marked man every time he's on court this season.

As the only returning starter on a team that saw three stars leave early and a coach resign, the senior guard will be a marked man every time he's on court this season.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Missing their A game, Lakers hope Pau Gasol can play a game

Injured forward says his hamstring feels better and he could play Thursday. Kobe Bryant appears OK, but Luke Walton is out at least six weeks. L.A. looks to end two-game skid Tuesday against Detroit.

Injured forward says his hamstring feels better and he could play Thursday. Kobe Bryant appears OK, but Luke Walton is out at least six weeks. L.A. looks to end two-game skid Tuesday against Detroit.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

NFL decision makers walk a fine line

Controversial choices by Jaguars running back Maurice Jones-Drew and Patriots Coach Bill Belichick illustrate just how small the difference between brilliant and foolish can be in NFL.

One is called crafty. The other crazy.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am

Ravens shut down Browns to keep playoff hopes alive (Reuters)

Baltimore Ravens Ray Lewis slaps hands with teammate Trevor Pryce during the fourth quarter of their NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Cleveland, Ohio November 16, 2009.REUTERS/Aaron JosefczykReuters - Baltimore's smothering defense held the Cleveland Browns at bay as the Ravens kept their post-season hopes alive with a 16-0 victory over their AFC North rivals on Monday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Nov 2009 | 12:51 am

Sharks’ Ortmeyer Keeps Playing Despite Risk of Blood Clots

Treatment for his disorder allows the San Jose forward to play but increases his chances of serious internal and external bleeding.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 12:40 am

FanHouse: OU's Stoops calls Irish talk 'ridiculous'



Source: SI.com | 17 Nov 2009 | 12:34 am

Wall's shot at :00.5 rescues No. 4 UK



Source: SI.com | 17 Nov 2009 | 12:34 am

Ravens knock off reeling Browns 16-0

CLEVELAND(AP) Even after Baltimore had punished Brady Quinn , Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis got in one more vicious hit on Cleveland's quarterback.



Source: SI.com | 17 Nov 2009 | 12:34 am

Cal-Fullerton deals UCLA rare Pauley loss in 2OT



Source: SI.com | 17 Nov 2009 | 12:34 am

Backman and the Mets, Together Again

Wally Backman, an infielder for the 1986 champions, gets another chance as a manager in a major league organization five years after his last one fell apart.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 12:32 am

Analysis: One Victory Makes the Future Brighter for Wie and the L.P.G.A.

With a victory in the Lorena Ochoa Invitational, Michelle Wie finally accomplished what she and many others thought she would do long ago: win an L.P.G.A. event.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 12:31 am

Cal Star Will Miss Stanford Game With a Concussion

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Jahvid Best, California’s star tailback, will not play in the Big Game against No. 14 Stanford on Saturday as he recovers from a concussion.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 12:28 am

Giants, Fresh Off Bye, Look for Turnaround

After a week off, the Giants will have two games in five days, facing Atlanta on Sunday and Denver on Thanksgiving.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 12:23 am

Another Late Loss Leaves Jets Baffled

Coach Rex Ryan is looking for answers after his team lost for the fourth time this season in the final moments of a game.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 12:23 am

College Men’s Roundup: Freshman’s Shot Rescues Kentucky

No. 4 Kentucky narrowly avoided an upset on its home court against Miami of Ohio when the freshman John Wall made a jump shot with half a second remaining.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 12:19 am

N.H.L. Roundup: Devils Fall Short in Bid for Road Win Record

After winning their first nine games away from home this season, the Devils could not recover from a deficit in Philadelphia.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 12:18 am

Knicks and D’Antoni Appear to Be Undone by a Rebuilding Plan

The Knicks, in the midst of a two-year overhaul of their roster, knew they wouldn’t be a great team this season, but they did not expect things to be this bad.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 12:18 am

Rookie of Year Honor Can Be the Beginning or the End

Will the Oakland Athletics’ Andrew Bailey keep baffling hitters as an All-Star closer? Will Florida Marlins left fielder Chris Coghlan keep churning out hits?



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Nov 2009 | 12:15 am

Tuesday's gossip column

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez threatens to quit if the club sells Fernando Torres, plus other rumours
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Nov 2009 | 12:12 am

Sources: Larry Johnson expects to sign with Cincinnati Bengals

Former Kansas City Chiefs running back Larry Johnson is expected to sign with the AFC North-leading Cincinnati Bengals, sources familiar with the negotiations told ESPN.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 11:00 pm

Browns' Cribbs injured on game's final play

Browns wide receiver Josh Cribbs was taken to a hospital for further tests after being injured on a hard hit on the final play of Baltimore's 16-0 win over Cleveland on Monday night. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 16 Nov 2009 | 10:19 pm

Bailey, Coghlan named Rookies of Year

NEW YORK (AP) -- Florida Marlins outfielder Chris Coghlan is the National League Rookie of the Year, and Oakland Athletics closer Andrew Bailey is the AL winner.



Source: SI.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 10:07 pm

European giants face nervy World Cup trials (AFP)

French forward Andre-Pierre Gignac (left) during his squad's first leg of the World Cup 2010 play-off football match against the Republic of Ireland on November 14. Three years ago France beat Portugal in the World Cup semi-final but both teams are now flagging as they drag narrow leads into their play-off second leg clashes.(AFP/File/Franck Fife)AFP - Three years ago France beat Portugal in the World Cup semi-final - on Wednesday both could fail to even reach the 2010 finals as they take narrow leads into their play-off second leg clashes.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Nov 2009 | 10:07 pm

Alabama A&M defeats Oakwood 86-81

Maurice Kemp scored 19 points and Alabama A&M held off Oakwood for an 86-81 win on Monday night. With the Bulldogs (1-1) ahead 82-81, Desmond Jackson scored on a tip-in with 12 seconds...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 16 Nov 2009 | 9:55 pm

Golden State Warriors send Stephen Jackson to Charlotte Bobcats in two-for-two deal

The Warriors completed a deal Monday that sends Stephen Jackson and guard Acie Law to the Bobcats in exchange for veteran swingmen Raja Bell and Vladimir Radmanovic.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 9:51 pm

SE Louisiana defeats Florida Atlantic 90-77

Damon Forest scored 28 points to lead five Southeastern Louisiana players in double figures in a 90-77 victory over Florida Atlantic on Monday night. Trey Hutchin added 17 points for the
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 16 Nov 2009 | 9:47 pm

Ravens blank Browns 16-0

For 30 minutes, the Baltimore Ravens were inefficient, unproductive and disorganized. In 17 seconds, they changed all that. Ray Rice scored on a 13-yard run and safety Dawan Landry...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 16 Nov 2009 | 9:45 pm

Troy defeats William Carey 104-88

Brandon Hazzard scored 29 points and had 10 rebounds and Yamene Coleman added a career-high 20 points to lead Troy to a 104-88 victory over William Carey on Monday night. The Trojans...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 16 Nov 2009 | 9:45 pm

Lecavalier leads Lightning to 4-1 win over Coyotes (AP)

Phoenix Coyotes right wing Shane Doan (19) looks to pass as Tampa Bay Lightning center Vincent Lecavalier (4) defends during the third period of an NHL hockey game Monday, Nov. 16, 2009 in Glendale, Ariz.  (AP Photo/Matt York)AP - Vincent Lecavalier had two goals and an assist and Mike Smith made 30 saves as the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Phoenix Coyotes 4-1 Monday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Nov 2009 | 9:41 pm

Louisiana-Lafayette beats Louisiana College 90-68

Randell Daigle scored 19 points to lead six Louisiana-Lafayette players in double figures as the Ragin' Cajuns pounded Louisiana College 90-68 on Monday night. Tyren Johnson scored 18...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 16 Nov 2009 | 9:40 pm

Wall leads No. 4 Kentucky past Miami, Ohio 72-70 (AP)

Kentucky's John Wall drives past Miami of Ohio's Kenny Hayes during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Lexington, Ky., Monday, Nov. 16, 2009. (AP Photo/Ed Reinke)AP - Kentucky coach John Calipari looked up at the clock after Miami of Ohio tied the fourth-ranked Wildcats with six seconds left and wondered if he should call timeout.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Nov 2009 | 9:14 pm

Wall saves Kentucky with game-winner in debut

John Wall scored 19 points to lift the Kentucky to a 72-70 win over Miami of Ohio on Monday night.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 8:49 pm

Floyd Mayweather Jr. calls out Manny Pacquiao

'"Manny Pacquiao doesn't say anything directly about fighting me because he might just know it's not a fight he can win," Mayweather says.'



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 16 Nov 2009 | 8:20 pm

Allen Iverson, Memphis Grizzlies agree to terminate contract

The Grizzlies announced Monday in a statement that the team has ended its one-year contract with 10-time All-Star and former league MVP Allen Iverson in what it called a mutual agreement.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 7:02 pm

Vols dismiss two charged in robbery

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Tennessee coach Lane Kiffin has dismissed two of three freshmen players charged last week in an attempted armed robbery outside a Knoxville convenience store.



Source: SI.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 6:52 pm

UFC champion Brock Lesnar has bacterial infection

UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar is suffering from a bacterial infection in his intestinal tract.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 6:51 pm

Stanford's Tiger to be honorary captain vs. Cal

STANFORD, Calif. (AP) -- Tiger Woods will be an honorary captain for Stanford when the 14th-ranked Cardinal take on rival California in the Big Game on Saturday.



Source: SI.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 6:11 pm

NFL fines Tennessee Titans owner Bud Adams $250K for flipping his middle fingers

The NFL has fined Titans owner Bud Adams $250,000 for making an obscene gesture at Buffalo fans while celebrating Tennessee's victory over the Bills.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 5:11 pm

Tennessee Volunteers dismisses Nu'Keese Richardson and Mike Edwards

Freshman Tennessee players Nu'Keese Richardson and Mike Edwards, who last week were charged with attempted armed robbery, have been dismissed from the football team, coach Lane Kiffin announced Monday.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 5:02 pm

Florida Marlins' Chris Coghlan, Oakland Athletics' Andrew Bailey voted top rookies

Florida Marlins left fielder Chris Coghlan won the National League Rookie of the Year award in a close vote Monday, and Oakland Athletics closer Andrew Bailey took the AL honor.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 4:58 pm

Grizzlies, A.I. part ways

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- The Allen Iverson experiment with the Memphis Grizzlies is over.



Source: SI.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 4:42 pm

Michigan Wolverines didn't keep workout logs, school says

The University of Michigan says the beleaguered football program failed to file mandatory monthly logs that track how much players work out and practice.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 4:35 pm

Hawks climb to No. 2 in Power Rankings; Lakers slide

They've beaten the Celtics, the Nuggets and the Blazers (twice). Clearly, the Hawks are no longer NBA upstarts, writes Chris Mannix.



Source: SI.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 4:27 pm

Diaby pulls out of France squad with injury

Abou Diaby has pulled out of France's World Cup playoff against Ireland, adding to the team's growing injury list.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 16 Nov 2009 | 4:26 pm

Bobby Frankel dies at 68

Bobby Frankel, who rose from the streets of Brooklyn to become one of the most successful and respected trainers in the history of Thoroughbred racing, died early Monday morning at his home in Pacific Palisades, Calif., from complications of lymphoma.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 3:15 pm

Fitzgerald out for up to six months

Ireland's Luke Fitzgerald is ruled out for up to six months after sustaining a knee injury in Sunday's draw with Australia at Croke Park.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Nov 2009 | 12:43 pm

Nadal returns to boost Spain team

World number two Rafael Nadal is included in Spain's squad for the Davis Cup final against the Czech Republic.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Nov 2009 | 10:37 am

Training great Frankel dies at 68

American trainer Bobby Frankel, the winner of six Breeders' Cup races, dies aged 68.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Nov 2009 | 10:09 am

Cook delight after beating champ

Teenage taekwondo star Aaron Cook labels his win over former Olympic champion Steven Lopez as the greatest of his career.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Nov 2009 | 9:51 am

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 9:46 am

Nadal leads Spain in Davis Cup against Czechs

Rafael Nadal will lead defending champion Spain in next month's Davis Cup final against the Czech Republic.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 9:46 am

It's clear Charlie Weis is done at Notre Dame

His days at Notre Dame clearly numbered, Charlie Weis needs to take the buyout and return to the NFL, writes Dan Shaughnessy.



Source: SI.com | 16 Nov 2009 | 9:08 am