World Sports Headlines for April 5, 2010

Nelson ties coaching wins record as Warriors beat Raptors (Reuters)

Reuters - Coach Don Nelson tied the NBA record for all-time wins with the 1,332 of his career Sunday when the Golden State Warriors defeated the Toronto Raptors.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Apr 2010 | 3:48 am

Evans helping with police inquiry

British Davis Cup player Dan Evans is "fully cooperating" with police over an alleged sexual assault in Bath.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Apr 2010 | 3:31 am

Tiger plays practice round at Augusta

Source: SI.com | 5 Apr 2010 | 3:25 am

Allen, Celts withstand 42 from LeBron

BOSTON(AP) The Cleveland Cavaliers had already erased a 22-point deficit when LeBron James grabbed a rebound with 10 seconds left and raced down the court.
Source: SI.com | 5 Apr 2010 | 3:25 am

For openers, Red Sox rally past Yanks

Source: SI.com | 5 Apr 2010 | 3:25 am

Nelson ties Wilkens for most wins in NBA history

TORONTO(AP) Don Nelson might not be much of a dancer, but he's one heck of a coach.
Source: SI.com | 5 Apr 2010 | 3:25 am

SAfrica's government says World Cup will be safe

With its World Cup security plans already under intense scrutiny, South Africa's government has stressed it has taken a "tough stance" against crime and the killing of right-wing leader...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Apr 2010 | 2:26 am

Near Fenway, a $500 View of the Bar TV

A Boston broadcasting legend is selling a $500 “season pass” guaranteeing fans their own restaurant table for Red Sox games.

Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Apr 2010 | 2:01 am

Red Sox rally past Yanks 9-7 on Opening Night

Baseball is back. And the season opener was a thriller. Trailing 5-1 in the sixth inning, the Red Sox battled back to beat the Yanks 9-7.
Source: SI.com | 5 Apr 2010 | 1:56 am

Kim wins Houston Open playoff for third PGA title

Anthony Kim is heading to the Masters with a newfound sense of confidence and maturity. And a brand new crystal trophy. Shrugging off a bad putt on the 72nd hole, Kim parred the first
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Apr 2010 | 1:52 am

Kim wins Houston Open playoff for third PGA title (AP)

AP - Anthony Kim is heading to the Masters with a newfound sense of confidence and maturity.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Apr 2010 | 1:52 am

Eagles trade 6-time Pro Bowl QB McNabb to Redskins

Of all the possible landing spots for Donovan McNabb, the Washington Redskins seemed like a longshot. The Philadelphia Eagles couldn't possibly trade McNabb to a division rival, right?...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Apr 2010 | 1:51 am

Eagles trade 6-time Pro Bowl QB McNabb to Redskins (AP)

AP - Of all the possible landing spots for Donovan McNabb, the Washington Redskins seemed like a longshot.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Apr 2010 | 1:51 am

Up-and-comer Stevens matches wits with Coach K (AP)

AP - The differences in age and accomplishment are vast. Brad Stevens would have you believe the gulf is wider still.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Apr 2010 | 1:50 am

Up-and-comer Stevens matches wits with Coach K

The differences in age and accomplishment are vast. Brad Stevens would have you believe the gulf is wider still. The whiz-kid Butler coach said Sunday he was thrilled just to have worked
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Apr 2010 | 1:50 am

Moore leads UConn to NCAA championship game

Brittney Griner and Baylor made Connecticut sweat for a change. In the end, Maya Moore wouldn't be denied, writes Richard Deitsch.
Source: SI.com | 5 Apr 2010 | 1:49 am

Tiger Speaks: A compelling start to Masters week (AP)

AP - Tiger Woods got a big hug from an old friend, along with some encouraging words for his return to competition at the Masters.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Apr 2010 | 1:44 am

Tiger Speaks: A compelling start to Masters week

Tiger Woods got a big hug from an old friend, along with some encouraging words for his return to competition at the Masters. "This is the place where you belong," Mark O'Meara said he...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Apr 2010 | 1:44 am

N.C.A.A. Women's Final Four | Stanford 73, Oklahoma 66: Stanford Advances to Women’s Final

Strong early and again late, Nnemkadi Ogwumike finished with 38 points and 16 rebounds in the Cardinal’s victory.

Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Apr 2010 | 1:10 am

Woods Practices for Masters, and All Is Quiet

Tiger Woods practiced for the Masters at the Augusta National Golf Club and displayed a demeanor that was easy and free of angst.

Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Apr 2010 | 1:00 am

Boston wins won't be pretty

Boston's scrappy squad will find ways to win.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 5 Apr 2010 | 12:52 am

Red Sox erase four-run deficit to beat Yankees

Kevin Youkilis scored the go-ahead run on a passed ball after his third extra-base hit and the Boston Red Sox rallied to beat the New York Yankees 9-7 in the major league opener Sunday night.
Source: ESPN.com | 5 Apr 2010 | 12:44 am

Butler's Howard has concussion, could miss final

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Butler center Matt Howard could miss Monday night's championship game with a head injury.
Source: SI.com | 5 Apr 2010 | 12:04 am

Red Sox 9, Yankees 7: Red Sox Beat Yankees on Opening Night

The Boston Red Sox overcame three deficits of at least two runs and beat the Yankees to open the 2010 season and add another chapter to a storied rivalry.

Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Apr 2010 | 12:00 am

Clippers, Knicks do bad all by themselves

New York gets first win at Staples Center while L.A. loses its fifth straight and falls to 3-16 in March and April.

Two really bad teams making it interesting.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:57 pm

Don Banks: What we learned from the McNabb trade

The Eagles had trade Donovan McNabb, says Don Banks. The status quo in Philly, as good as it was, simply wasn't acceptable anymore.
Source: SI.com | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:53 pm

Philadelphia Eagles, Washington Redskins reach agreement on Donovan McNabb trade

The Philadelphia Eagles traded Donovan McNabb to the Washington Redskins for a pair of draft picks on Sunday night. The Eagles will receive a second-round pick (37th overall) in this month's NFL draft and either a third- or fourth-round pick next year.
Source: ESPN.com | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:51 pm

Chiefs, Inspired by ‘Slap Shot,’ Are Leaving Johnstown

In a decision many view as a painful twist, the Johnstown Chiefs, inspired by the movie “Slap Shot,” are leaving Pennsylvania next season and moving to Greenville, S.C.

Source: NYT > Sports | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:51 pm

Spurs handle Lakers for 13th straight playoff bid

Manu Ginobili scored 32 points, Tim Duncan added 24 and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Los Angeles Lakers 100-81 Sunday to clinch their 13th consecutive playoff berth.
Source: ESPN.com | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:51 pm

Marlins’ Johnson a Power Pitcher Who’s Always Ahead of the Curve

Now 26, and with a four-year, $39 million contract, the Marlins’ Josh Johnson is still wise beyond his years.

Source: NYT > Sports | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:43 pm

Eagles trade McNabb to Redskins for 2 draft picks

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Donovan McNabb is changing uniforms and staying in the NFC East.
Source: SI.com | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:42 pm

Youkilis, Red Sox top Yankees 9-7 in season opener (AP)

AP - The Red Sox stressed run prevention as they built their team for this season. Then it began and they won with run production.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:42 pm

Youkilis, Red Sox top Yankees 9-7 in season opener

The Red Sox stressed run prevention as they built their team for this season. Then it began and they won with run production. Kevin Youkilis had three extra-base hits, Dustin Pedroia hit
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:40 pm

Pedroia blast helps lift Red Sox over Yankees (Reuters)

Reuters - The Boston Red Sox climbed back from an early four-run deficit to beat archrivals the New York Yankees 9-7 in Major League Baseball's 2010 opener on Sunday.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:30 pm

Connecticut, Stanford to meet again for title (AP)

AP - Connecticut has won 'em all this season, and Stanford has won 'em all except a game against the Huskies.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:27 pm

UConn rolls through Baylor for 77th straight win

Maya Moore had 34 points and 12 rebounds to help Connecticut beat Baylor and 70-50 for its 77th straight win, leaving the Huskies one victory from becoming the first women's basketball team to go undefeated in consecutive seasons.
Source: ESPN.com | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:24 pm

Red Sox beat defending champ Yankees on opening night

The Boston Red Sox got their season off on a winning note by beating the New York Yankees 9-7 as the two MLB heavyweights met in the first night opener of the 98-year-old Fenway Park. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:23 pm

On Baseball: Yankees-Red Sox Rivalry Resumes, but Damon’s Missing

For the first time since Sept. 9, 2001, the Yankees and the Red Sox met without Johnny Damon employed by either side.

Source: NYT > Sports | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:18 pm

Maya Moore and UConn 1 step from another title (AP)

AP - Maya Moore and her Connecticut Huskies got past one real big obstacle blocking their path.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:17 pm

Eagles Send McNabb to Redskins

Donovan McNabb’s time with the Eagles was marked by the undercurrent that he would never fully be embraced in Philadelphia unless he led the Eagles to a title.

Source: NYT > Sports | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:16 pm

Nelson evens Wilkens' mark as Warriors hold on

Don Nelson tied Lenny Wilkens for the most wins by an NBA coach when the Golden State Warriors held off the Toronto Raptors 113-112 on Sunday night.
Source: ESPN.com | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:13 pm

NHL roundup: Sunday's action on the ice

The Calgary Flames' road to the playoffs just got a whole lot tougher. Patrick Kane had a goal and an assist, and the Chicago Blackhawks beat Calgary 4-1 on Sunday, ending the Flames'...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:11 pm

Roddick’s New Plan Results in Key Biscayne Title

The 27-year-old switched to a baseline style in defeating Tomas Berdych to win the Sony Ericsson Open.

Source: NYT > Sports | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:10 pm

N.B.A. Roundup: Knicks End Road Drought Against Clippers

David Lee had 29 points and 10 rebounds as the Knicks beat the Clippers in an away game for the first time since 1998.

Source: NYT > Sports | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:02 pm

Allen, Celts escape LeBron's 42, Cavs' late rally

Ray Allen scored a season-high 33 points, hitting his sixth 3-pointer to give the Celtics a four-point lead with 48 seconds left, and Boston held on despite 42 points from LeBron James to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 117-113 on Sunday.
Source: ESPN.com | 4 Apr 2010 | 10:54 pm

Baseball kicks off with several stars beginning season on disabled list

Texas Rangers second baseman Ian Kinsler is on the list. So are Jose Reyes and Carlos Beltran of the New York Mets. Houston Astros first baseman Lance Berkman, Colorado Rockies closer...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Apr 2010 | 10:52 pm

Salo scores OT goal for Canucks (AP)

AP - Sami Salo scored on a power play at 2:15 of overtime and the Vancouver Canucks bounced back from blowing a two-goal lead in the final minute to beat the Minnesota Wild 4-3 on Sunday night.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Apr 2010 | 10:48 pm

NBA roundup: Sunday's action on the boards

Don Nelson's landmark win came very close to slipping away. Nelson tied Lenny Wilkens for the most wins by an NBA coach when the Golden State Warriors held off the Toronto Raptors...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Apr 2010 | 10:45 pm

VIDEO: Glazer on McNabb trade

Why did Donovan McNabb end up in Washington? Partly because Andy Reid wanted a suitable place for the QB, Jay Glazer says.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 4 Apr 2010 | 10:36 pm

Butler Bulldogs center Matt Howard game-time decision vs. Duke Blue Devils

Butler coach Brad Stevens was non-committal as to whether starting center Matt Howard will be able to play against Duke in Monday night's national championship game but any indication that Shelvin Mack wouldn't be able to go is moot.
Source: ESPN.com | 4 Apr 2010 | 10:35 pm

Sox land atop back-and-forth battle

Source: FOXSports.com News | 4 Apr 2010 | 10:30 pm

Knicks beat the Clippers for first time at Staples

David Lee has 29 points and 10 rebounds while Al Harrington scores six of his 26 in the final 1:12 to help New York to a 113-107 victory. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Apr 2010 | 10:13 pm

Boston tops New York behind Youkilis' hitting

Donovan McNabb trade doesn't make sense

It might turn out to be not such a smart move for the Philadelphia Eagles to send the quarterback to the division rival Washington Redskins. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Apr 2010 | 10:05 pm

Donovan McNabb trade doesn't make sense

It might turn out to be not such a smart move for the Philadelphia Eagles to send the quarterback to the division rival Washington Redskins.

This doesn't compute.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Apr 2010 | 10:05 pm

With little fanfare, Tiger Woods arrives at the Masters

It's the calm before the storm for Woods, who is set to make his return to golf at Augusta National this week.

Tiger Woods arrived without warning on a lazy Sunday afternoon at Augusta National, as quiet as it will get for him the rest of the week at the Masters.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Apr 2010 | 9:30 pm

With little fanfare, Tiger Woods arrives at the Masters

It's the calm before the storm for Woods, who is set to make his return to golf at Augusta National this week. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Apr 2010 | 9:30 pm

Kane, Hawks roll Flames after clinching division

Patrick Kane had a goal and an assist, and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the Calgary Flames 4-1 on Sunday, moments after clinching their first division title since winning the Norris Division in 1992-93.
Source: ESPN.com | 4 Apr 2010 | 8:55 pm

Pinning hopes on young pitchers is often more miss than hit

The Dodgers and Angels are using starters ranging in age from 22 to 28 for the 2010 season. Youth at the front of the rotation rarely has led to World Series titles.

The Dodgers and Angels are using starters ranging in age from 22 to 28 for the 2010 season. Youth at the front of the rotation rarely has led to World Series titles.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Apr 2010 | 8:45 pm

Pinning hopes on young pitchers is often more miss than hit

The Dodgers and Angels are using starters ranging in age from 22 to 28 for the 2010 season. Youth at the front of the rotation rarely has led to World Series titles. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Apr 2010 | 8:45 pm

Opener is just the beginning

RED SOX NOTEBOOK When the Red Sox took the field against the Yankees to open the 2010 season last night, they were a unit. But they were far from what they will become by the end of the season, good or...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Apr 2010 | 7:54 pm

Kings are low-key after clinching playoff spot

Coach Terry Murray says the team should be proud of its accomplishment, but there's much work left to do.

When Calgary lost to Chicago on Sunday to assure the Kings of their first playoff berth since 2002, Coach Terry Murray and his assistants shook hands, congratulated each other and quickly returned to plotting strategy for the last four games.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Apr 2010 | 7:50 pm

Kings are low-key after clinching playoff spot

Coach Terry Murray says the team should be proud of its accomplishment, but there's much work left to do. When...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Apr 2010 | 7:50 pm

Lakers' good times roll away quickly as they get rocked by Spurs

Two days after an encouraging win over Utah, Lakers suffer a 100-81 drubbing by San Antonio at Staples Center. Kobe Bryant shoots eight for 24, and L.A.'s reserves contribute only four points.

Two days after an encouraging win over Utah, Lakers suffer a 100-81 drubbing by San Antonio at Staples Center. Kobe Bryant shoots eight for 24, and L.A.'s reserves contribute only four points.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Apr 2010 | 7:45 pm

Nelson ties NBA wins record

Source: FOXSports.com News | 4 Apr 2010 | 7:37 pm

Houston Open: Kim pars first playoff hole to win

Anthony Kim made a par on the first playoff hole to beat Vaughn Taylor and win the Houston Open for his third PGA Tour title.
Source: ESPN.com | 4 Apr 2010 | 7:27 pm

Duke's Mike Krzyzewski triumphs through staying power

With more power in lineup, Angels hope for best of both worlds

The Angels expect the additional punch in their lineup to complement, not replace, their aggressive baserunning.

The loss of speedy leadoff batter Chone Figgins and an infusion of power won't transform an Angels offense that for years has relied heavily on small ball and aggressive baserunning into a station-to-station club.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Apr 2010 | 7:15 pm

With more power in lineup, Angels hope for best of both worlds

The Angels expect the additional punch in their lineup to complement, not replace, their aggressive baserunning. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Apr 2010 | 7:15 pm

Duke's Mike Krzyzewski triumphs through staying power

Krzyzewski became a coaching legend the old-fashioned way — by staying at one school for three decades. A Duke victory Monday night over Butler would give him his fourth national title, moving him past Bob Knight and into a second-place tie with Adolph Rupp on all-time coaches' list.

Krzyzewski became a coaching legend the old-fashioned way — by staying at one school for three decades. A Duke victory Monday night over Butler would give him his fourth national title, moving him past Bob Knight and into a second-place tie with Adolph Rupp on all-time coaches' list.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Apr 2010 | 7:15 pm

Rafael Furcal sees potential in Dodgers

Veteran shortstop says team is capable of reaching the World Series because of the development of younger players such as Andre Ethier and Matt Kemp.

A lot has changed in the four years Rafael Furcal has spent with the Dodgers, starting with Furcal himself.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Apr 2010 | 7:08 pm

Actor who played Jimmy Chitwood in 'Hoosiers' made the most of his one big shot

Maris Valainis, 47 and now living in Southland, is still recognized from his portrayal of the player who made the winning jumper in the 1986 film, one of the most beloved sports movies of all time. The Indiana native's acting career was short-lived, but his cinematic basket is immortal.

The man who made perhaps the most famous shot in cinematic hoops history never played high school basketball.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Apr 2010 | 6:45 pm

Glazer: Eagles trade McNabb to Redskins

Eagles mainstay Donovan McNabb is headed to the Washington Redskins.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 4 Apr 2010 | 6:25 pm

Report: Denver Nuggets coach George Karl likely out for first round of playoffs

George Karl won't coach the Denver Nuggets for the remainder of the regular season and "probably not" the first round of the playoffs, his life partner told the Denver Post.
Source: ESPN.com | 4 Apr 2010 | 6:03 pm

England bowling great Bedser dies

Sir Alec Bedser, one of the finest of all England fast bowlers, dies at 91 after a brief illness.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Apr 2010 | 5:39 pm

Kim claims Houston Open victory

Anthony Kim beats compatriot Vaughn Taylor after a play-off to win the Houston Open.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Apr 2010 | 5:03 pm

Eisenberg Roddick's game hits high gear

Four years? It's true, Andy Roddick hadn't won a significant tournament since 2006 before claiming the Sony Ericsson Open. Credit coach Larry Stefanski and a new training program that has Roddick playing the best tennis of his career, Jamey Eisenberg says.

Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 4 Apr 2010 | 5:01 pm

Tseng triumphs as Stupples fades

Taiwan's Yani Tseng wins the Kraft Nabisco Championship as England's Karen Stupples's poor final round scuppers her chances.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Apr 2010 | 4:32 pm

W. Virginia's Butler tears ACL in knee

West Virginia says senior forward Da'Sean Butler has torn the ACL in his left knee after a hard collision against Duke in the Final Four.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 4 Apr 2010 | 3:40 pm

Cavs make big rally but fall to Celts

Ray Allen scored a season-high 33 points, hitting his sixth three-pointer to give the Celtics a four-point lead with 48 seconds left, and Boston held on despite 42 points from LeBron James to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 117-113 on Sunday.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 4 Apr 2010 | 3:19 pm

West Virginia's Butler has torn ACL after collision

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- West Virginia says senior forward Da'Sean Butler has torn the ACL in his left knee after a hard collision against Duke in the Final Four.
Source: SI.com | 4 Apr 2010 | 2:53 pm

Woods returns to Augusta course

Tiger Woods has a practice round at the Augusta National before facing the media on Monday ahead of this week's Masters.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Apr 2010 | 2:48 pm

Tiger makes early Augusta arrival

Tiger is 'all business' in early Augusta arrival.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 4 Apr 2010 | 2:45 pm

Roddick tops Berdych to bag Key Biscayne title

Andy Roddick used a dominating serve and a smart baseline game to beat Tomas Berdych 7-5, 6-4 and win the Sony Ericsson Open on Sunday.

Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 4 Apr 2010 | 2:12 pm

Roddick powers to title in Miami

Andy Roddick beats Tomas Berdych in straight sets to win his fifth Masters title at the Sony Ericsson Open in Miami.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Apr 2010 | 12:51 pm

Benitez defends replacing Torres

Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez defends his decision to take off striker Fernando Torres with 25 minutes still to play at Birmingham City.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Apr 2010 | 12:12 pm

Dad: Butler's Howard likely to play

Butler coach Brad Stevens said starting big man Matt Howard remains day-to-day after taking a shot to the head during Saturday night’s win against Michigan State, but many expect Howard to play in Monday’s national title game against Duke.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 4 Apr 2010 | 11:48 am

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