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Eagles, Chargers, Vikings, Cards get playoff spots (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Dec 2009 | 3:14 am Scottish FA to offer Levein jobThe Scottish FA will offer Craig Levein the vacant Scotland manager's job, but only if he is happy with the remit, BBC Scotland learns.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Dec 2009 | 3:13 am Chelsea back Terry over reportsChelsea defend captain John Terry over newspaper claims he knew of secret cash payments for a behind-the-scenes tour of the club's training ground.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Dec 2009 | 2:35 am The Decade in Sports | Analysis: A Decade of Achievement, Marred by Scandal and SuspicionWhile many of the greatest athletes ever were in their primes during the past decade, problems with issues like drugs and gambling cast a pall over the era.
Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 2:16 am Henin gains wildcard to Sydney International (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Dec 2009 | 2:15 am The Decade in Sports | Auto Racing: Since Losing Its Intimidator, Nascar Has Strayed From Its RootsDale Earnhardt would be 58 years old now and would probably not find much to like about stock-car racing.
Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 2:14 am Sports of The Times: There’s More Than One Way to Lack IntegrityBob Knight and John Calipari may not see eye to eye on the integrity of college basketball, but both became wealthy men utilizing the N.C.A.A.’s exploitative, plantationlike system.
Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 2:07 am Ponting wants improved behaviourAustralia captain Ricky Ponting wants more discipline from his side after the controversial scenes during the third Test win against the West Indies.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Dec 2009 | 2:07 am Rings: Italians Are 1-2 in Men’s Giant SlalomLocal favorites Max Blardone and Davide Simoncelli finished first and second in the giant slalom while Ted Ligety placed seventh, and Bode Miller failed to qualify for the second run.
Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 2:06 am St. John's 72, Hofstra 60; Cornell 91, Davidson 88: In a Regional Rivalry, the Red Storm Reasserts ItselfSt. John’s scored 18 of the final 19 points to beat Hofstra in the semifinals of the Holiday Festival and advance to the championship game Monday night against Cornell.
Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:48 am Henin gains wildcard to Sydney InternationalFormer world No. 1 Justine Henin will extend her tennis comeback in Australia after officials announced Monday she has been granted a wild-card entry to the Sydney International. Henin...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:45 am N.F.L. Roundup: Titans’ Rebound Continues With an Overtime VictoryRob Bironas kicked a 46-yard field goal in overtime, and Tennessee beat Miami to improve to 7-7 after an 0-6 start, keeping alive the Titans’ faint playoff hopes.
Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:44 am Chargers 27, Bengals 24: Chargers Rally in Final Minute to Top Grieving BengalsNate Kaeding kicked a 52-yard field goal with three seconds left as the Chargers locked up a first-round playoff bye.
Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:42 am Analysis: Cowboys Contain Saints, and Show Their VulnerabilityWith the Cowboys bent on preventing the big play that has defined the Saints’ offense, Drew Brees was under constant pressure.
Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:37 am Knicks 98, Bobcats 94: Robinson Wants to Remain a Knick, if He Can PlayThe Knicks guard did not play Sunday for the ninth consecutive game, a 98-94 victory against the Charlotte Bobcats.
Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:34 am N.B.A. Roundup: Randolph’s 24 Rebounds Help Grizzlies Top NuggetsZach Randolph had a career-high 24 rebounds, the highest single-game total in the league this season, as the Grizzlies beat the Nuggets.
Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:31 am Favre, Childress argue, Panthers beat Vikings 26-7 (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:28 am Favre struggles as Panthers stifle VikingsIt was supposed to be a night when the Minnesota Vikings celebrated a division title and inched closer to the best record in the NFC.Source: FOXSports.com News | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:04 am Lakers reserves are struggling in their fill-in roleLakers Coach Phil Jackson hasn't gotten the results for which he had hoped in last two games, as substitutes squander leads and deprived starters of needed rest. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Foul trouble derails Lakers' Andrew BynumThe center, who has been slowed by an upper respiratory infection, thinks he's in a 'bit of a funk.' Andrew Bynu m was 45 minutes from...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Chargers are among several to weather tough challengesThey clinch AFC West title in a close game against Cincinnati and with help from Oakland. On a weekend when snowbound...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Hot Lakers melt all in their path in win over DetroitThey quickly escape snowstorm in New Jersey and get little sleep but easily dispatch the Pistons, 93-81, for their fourth road win in a row. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Chargers are among several to weather tough challengesThey clinch AFC West title in a close game against Cincinnati and with help from Oakland.On a weekend when snowbound travelers on the East Coast were prevented from getting to their destinations, the San Diego Chargers used a very reliable way to get from Point A to Point B:
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Joe McKnight's uncertain status muddies USC tailback situationWith Emerald Bowl game against Boston College less than a week away, Trojans still don't know if they'll have McKnight, whose use of a car owned by a Santa Monica businessman is under investigation.With Emerald Bowl game against Boston College less than a week away, Trojans still don't know if they'll have McKnight, whose use of a car owned by a Santa Monica businessman is under investigation.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Not starting? It's Brand-new to this former ClipperElton Brand -- he of the six-year, $82.2-million contract -- is riding the bench in Philadelphia. He's being professional about it, but he does wonder. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Not starting? It's Brand-new to this former ClipperElton Brand -- he of the six-year, $82.2-million contract -- is riding the bench in Philadelphia. He's being professional about it, but he does wonder.If you wanted to see what $82 million sitting on the bench looks like, well, it was in full view at the Wachovia Center on Saturday night.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Hot Lakers melt all in their path in win over DetroitThey quickly escape snowstorm in New Jersey and get little sleep but easily dispatch the Pistons, 93-81, for their fourth road win in a row.They quickly escape snowstorm in New Jersey and get little sleep but easily dispatch the Pistons, 93-81, for their fourth road win in a row.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Observations from the 2009 football seasonDramatic moments, broken streaks, celebrity sightings: the '09 season had its share of memorable happenings.For the last four months, every Friday night, and sometimes Thursdays and Saturdays, I've gotten into my 2004 Prius, moved into the car-pool lane and headed to Orange County, Ventura County, Los Angeles County or wherever the best high school football game in Southern California was supposed to be played.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Lakers reserves are struggling in their fill-in roleLakers Coach Phil Jackson hasn't gotten the results for which he had hoped in last two games, as substitutes squander leads and deprived starters of needed rest.Lakers Coach Phil Jackson has turned to his bench in each of the last two games, and the results haven't been what he had hoped.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Strat-O-Matic baseball puts spotlight on Negro LeaguesA new version of the tabletop game allows players to do what African Americans couldn't in the first half of the 20th century -- compete in games pitting Negro League and major league players.A new version of the tabletop game allows players to do what African Americans couldn't in the first half of the 20th century -- compete in games pitting Negro League and major league players.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Foul trouble derails Lakers' Andrew BynumThe center, who has been slowed by an upper respiratory infection, thinks he's in a 'bit of a funk.'Andrew Bynu m was 45 minutes from his hometown, but miles away from having an effective game.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am SUV bought for USC tailback Joe McKnight's girlfriend, owner Scott Schenter saysThe owner of the SUV that USC Trojans running back Joe McKnight has been seen driving says it was bought for McKnight's girlfriend as a favor.Source: ESPN.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 11:52 pm Smith, White lead Texas A&M to win over Gonzaga (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Dec 2009 | 11:52 pm Smith, White lead Texas A&M to win over GonzagaTanisha Smith scored 20 points, and Tyra White added 18 to help No. 13 Texas A&M beat Gonzaga 80-76 on Sunday night in the Las Vegas Hoops Classic. The Aggies (9-1) built a 20-point leadSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Dec 2009 | 11:52 pm Joe McKnight's uncertain status muddies USC tailback situationWith Emerald Bowl game against Boston College less than a week away, Trojans still don't know if they'll have McKnight, whose use of a car owned by a Santa Monica businessman is under investigation. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Dec 2009 | 11:23 pm Titans edge DolphinsNASHVILLE, Tenn.(AP) The Tennessee Titans might fall short of making NFL history by rebounding from an 0-6 start to make the playoffs. It won't be for lack of trying, and they certainly aren't boring.
Source: SI.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 11:22 pm Harrison, Cribbs set records in wild Browns winKANSAS CITY, Mo.(AP) All week the Browns heard how Mike Holmgren coming to Cleveland might mean the end of coach Eric Mangini's short, drama-filled stint with the team.
Source: SI.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 11:22 pm Eagles top Niners to secure another playoff berthPHILADELPHIA(AP) Playoff berths are so routine for the Philadelphia Eagles they don't celebrate anymore.
Source: SI.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 11:22 pm Cards clinch WestDETROIT(AP) The Arizona Cardinals blew a 17-point lead to the lowly Detroit Lions and needed to make a pressure-packed play in the closing minutes to avoid an embarrassing defeat.
Source: SI.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 11:22 pm Dasher, MTSU run past So. Miss in New OrleansNEW ORLEANS(AP) Dwight Dasher got the best of Southern Mississippi - and topped Vince Young , too.
Source: SI.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 11:22 pm Raiders keep Broncos reelingDENVER(AP) JaMarcus Russell found redemption and Chaz Schilens together in the end zone.
Source: SI.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 11:22 pm Mavericks end Cavaliers' streak without NowitzkiDALLAS(AP) With a bunch of versatile veterans, the Dallas Mavericks figure they can play any style of game and with any configuration of their lineup.
Source: SI.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 11:22 pm Vikings fall flat vs. Panthers, still clinch divisionSteve Smith caught the go-ahead touchdown pass and his long catch and run set up the clinching score and the Carolina Panthers used a ferocious defense to stifle Favre, Adrian Peterson and the Vikings in a 26-7 victory.Source: ESPN.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 11:02 pm Mavs top Cavaliers despite Nowitzki's absence (Reuters)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:59 pm Favre, Childress argue, Panthers beat Vikings 26-7It was supposed to be a night when the Minnesota Vikings celebrated a division title and inched closer to the best record in the NFC. Instead it was night of dropped passes, missed...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:54 pm Backes, Conklin lead Blues past Canucks (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:45 pm Dasher runs and passes Middle Tennessee to 42-32 victory over Southern MissNEW ORLEANS - Dwight Dasher threw two touchdowns and rushed for two more as Middle Tennessee stretched its winning streak to seven straight games by beating Southern Mississippi 42-32 in...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:45 pm Blues-Canucks SumsSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:44 pm Backes, Conklin lead Blues past CanucksDavid Backes scored twice, and Ty Conklin made 29 saves to help the St. Louis Blues beat the Vancouver Canucks 3-1 on Sunday night. Backes opened the scoring on an early power-play...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:41 pm He’s star of action pictureORCHARD PARK, N.Y. - In his first year out of Boston College, Patriots defensive tackle Ron Brace has found the downfall to playing in the same place as a collegian and a professional. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:40 pm Maroney warms to the taskORCHARD PARK, N.Y. - Laurence Maroney braced himself for the coldest of days yesterday. Swirling winds and icy temperatures are expected conditions this time of year and that can affect a game at Ralph...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:39 pm Brady concerned with just one statisticORCHARD PARK, N.Y. - Tom Brady may be in a rut, but you couldn’t tell from the quarterback’s smile after the Patriots beat the Bills, 17-10, yesterday.Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:38 pm In the end, crumpled BillsORCHARD PARK, N.Y. - This is the season for giving, and the Bills might have gift wrapped a 17-10 victory for the Patriots yesterday at Ralph Wilson Stadium.Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:38 pm Thomas steps up as Dirk-less Mavs beat CavsTim Thomas took Dirk Nowitzki's spot in the starting lineup and did a nice impression with 22 points, helping the Mavs beat the Cavs 102-95.Source: ESPN.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:35 pm Kaeding's late kick helps Chargers clinch AFC west titleNate Kaeding kicked a 52-yard field goal with three seconds left as San Diego engineered a dramatic 27-24 win over Cincinnati, who were trying to honour a fallen teammate with a win. SanSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:29 pm NFL roundup: Sunday's action on the gridironNate Kaeding kicked a 52-yard field goal with three seconds left and the playoff-bound San Diego Chargers pulled out a dramatic 27-24 win over the grieving Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:25 pm Middle Tennessee beats Southern Miss 42-32Dwight Dasher threw two touchdowns and rushed for two more as Middle Tennessee stretched its winning streak to seven straight games by beating Southern Mississippi 42-32 in the New Orleans...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:15 pm The latest Broncos collapse and more SnapsIt's déjà vu all over again for the Broncos. Their latest tumble has given new life to the AFC's other wild-card hopefuls, writes Don Banks. Plus, Ben Roethlisberger's heroics and more.
Source: SI.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:12 pm Moss bounces back as Patriots hold on vs. BillsThe Patriots beat the Bills 17-10 on Sunday.Source: ESPN.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:04 pm NFL TodayWith Philadelphia and Dallas winning this weekend, the Giants need a victory to stay close in the NFC East and in the wild-card race. STARS Passing _Ben Roethlisberger,...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Dec 2009 | 10:01 pm Bironas' 46-yard field goal saves Titans in OTRob Bironas kicked a 46-yard field goal in overtime, and the Tennessee Titans beat the Miami Dolphins 27-24 Sunday after blowing an 18-point lead.Source: ESPN.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 9:43 pm Asia set for mixed martial arts "revolution" (Reuters)Reuters - Popularized by the Ultimate Fighting Championship in the United States, MMA is a fusion of fight styles that melds the stunning strikes of boxing and muay thai, the sleek submissions of Brazilian jiu-jitsu and the devastating power of wrestling.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Dec 2009 | 9:38 pm GM: No decision on SmithBALTIMORE (AP) -- Chicago Bears general manager Jerry Angelo on Sunday said the fate of coach Lovie Smith has not yet been decided.
Source: SI.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 9:34 pm Report: Tiger may face fierce custody battle with ElinBitter custody fight looms as divorce storm clouds gather between Tiger and Elin.Source: FOXSports.com News | 20 Dec 2009 | 9:30 pm Cribbs, Harrison run into history as Browns winJerome Harrison scored his third touchdown with 44 seconds left and rushed for a team-record 286 yards, and Josh Cribbs returned two kickoffs for touchdowns to lift the Cleveland Browns to a 41-34 win over the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday.Source: ESPN.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 9:11 pm Chargers top grieving Bengals, clinch West titleNate Kaeding kicked a 52-yard field goal with 3 seconds left and the playoff-bound Chargers pulled out a 27-24 win over the grieving Bengals.Source: ESPN.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 8:55 pm Eagles beat 49ers to earn another playoff berthDonovan McNabb threw for one touchdown and ran for another, DeSean Jackson had 140 yards receiving and the Eagles beat the 49ers 27-13.Source: ESPN.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 8:51 pm Steelers beat Packers 37-36 on final play (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Dec 2009 | 8:04 pm Italian brothers make the Masters (AP)AP - Francesco and Edoardo Molinari of Italy will finish the year in the top 50 in the world and become the first set of brothers in 10 years to compete in the same Masters.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Dec 2009 | 7:33 pm Sources: After field goal miss, Cowboys look into kicking option, cutting Nick FolkDallas Cowboys' concerns regarding erratic place-kicker Nick Folk have forced the team to again consider potential options for replacing him, according to team sources.Source: ESPN.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 7:29 pm Two Browns have record-setting dayWalking with a cane, 73-year-old Jim Brown hurried downstairs Sunday to congratulate Jerome Harrison for rushing for 286 yards and erasing the Cleveland Browns record he had held since 1957.Source: FOXSports.com News | 20 Dec 2009 | 7:21 pm Eagles clinch playoff berth, 27-13 (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Dec 2009 | 6:48 pm Steelers top Packers on TD as clock runs outBen Roethlisberger threw a touchdown pass to Mike Wallace to rally Pittsburgh to a 37-36 victory over Green Bay.Source: FOXSports.com News | 20 Dec 2009 | 6:34 pm Chicago Bears GM: No decision made yet on Lovie Smith's fateChicago Bears general manager Jerry Angelo on Sunday said the fate of coach Lovie Smith has not yet been decided.Source: ESPN.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 6:21 pm Still grieving, Bengals fall to ChargersThe Bengals pay tribute to their fallen teammate, but can't overcome the Chargers.Source: FOXSports.com News | 20 Dec 2009 | 6:09 pm Late touchdown pushes Falcons past JetsThe Atlanta Falcons' offense kept stalling in the cold of the Meadowlands until finally busting through the New York Jets' top-ranked defense with 1:38 left in the game.Source: FOXSports.com News | 20 Dec 2009 | 3:20 pm Bironas' kick in OT lifts Titans over DolphinsThe Tennessee Titans might fall short of making NFL history by rebounding from an 0-6 start to make the playoffs. It won't be for lack of trying, and they certainly aren't boring.Source: FOXSports.com News | 20 Dec 2009 | 3:17 pm UConn, Calhoun work on new dealHARTFORD, Conn. (AP) -- Connecticut and coach Jim Calhoun appear to be close to a new multiyear contract.
Source: SI.com | 20 Dec 2009 | 3:16 pm Report: UConn, Calhoun close to dealSource: FOXSports.com News | 20 Dec 2009 | 2:10 pm NFL to encourage players to donate brains for studySource: FOXSports.com News | 20 Dec 2009 | 12:04 pm Everton 1-1 BirminghamBirmingham fail to win for the first time in six matches but still get the draw they need at Everton to leapfrog Liverpool into seventh in the league.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Dec 2009 | 9:54 am England scrape draw in first TestEngland salvage a draw in the first Test against South Africa in Centurion after last man Graham Onions bats out the final over.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Dec 2009 | 9:25 am Stade Francais 29-16 UlsterStade Francais prove too strong for Ulster in Sunday's Pool Four match in Paris.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Dec 2009 | 8:51 am Wolves 2-0 BurnleyWolves put in a forceful performance as they move out of the relegation zone courtesy of a win over Burnley.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Dec 2009 | 8:26 am I had no warning of sack - HughesMark Hughes insists he did not find out he was to be sacked by Manchester City until after Saturday's game.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Dec 2009 | 8:24 am Newcastle 2-0 MiddlesbroughNewcastle extend their lead at the top of the Championship to 10 points with a workmanlike victory over north-east rivals Middlesbrough.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Dec 2009 | 7:55 am Perpignan 14-37 MunsterMunster move back to the top of Heineken Cup Pool One with a superb 37-14 bonus-point victory over Perpignan in France.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Dec 2009 | 7:55 am
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