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Andre Berto stops Carlos Quintana to retain WBC welterweight championshipSource: ESPN.com | 11 Apr 2010 | 3:47 am Saker will boost England - WarneAustralian legend Shane Warne believes England will improve under their new bowling coach David Saker.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 11 Apr 2010 | 3:39 am No room for error as United head for Blackburn (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 11 Apr 2010 | 3:30 am Newman makes late charge to NASCAR win at Phoenix (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 11 Apr 2010 | 3:13 am The roars start a day early at Augusta (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 11 Apr 2010 | 3:12 am Angry O'Neill blasts Terry tackleAston Villa boss Martin O'Neill is left seething after a challenge by Chelsea's John Terry on James Milner in the Blues' 3-0 FA Cup semi-final win.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 11 Apr 2010 | 2:41 am McCoy savours 'dream' Aintree winTriumphant jockey Tony McCoy says he had been dreaming of winning the Grand National for years.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 11 Apr 2010 | 2:25 am Habs clinch playoff berthMONTREAL(AP) The Montreal Canadiens quickly turned the page on their latest loss because their effort through regulation was enough to prolong their season.Source: SI.com | 11 Apr 2010 | 1:54 am Westwood leads Mickelson by one strokeSource: SI.com | 11 Apr 2010 | 1:54 am Spurs blow past Nuggets, move up to No. 7 seedDENVER(AP) The Denver Nuggets lost their cool and composure in a clunker of a performance.Source: SI.com | 11 Apr 2010 | 1:54 am Sabathia flirts with no-hitter as Yanks crush RaysSource: SI.com | 11 Apr 2010 | 1:54 am Lightning's Stamkos third-youngest with 50 goalsTAMPA, Fla.(AP) Steven Stamkos joined an elite group of NHL goal scorers and his biggest fans was in the stands to see it.Source: SI.com | 11 Apr 2010 | 1:54 am Mickelson makes third-round charge at MastersThe roars started a day early at Augusta. Phil Mickelson stole the show, but Tiger Woods and Fred Couples stayed in contention. It's already been an epic Masters, says Gary Van Sickle.Source: SI.com | 11 Apr 2010 | 1:54 am Holyfield stops Botha in eighth round (Reuters)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 11 Apr 2010 | 1:17 am Newman makes late charge to NASCAR win at PhoenixOne of the first people to greet Ryan Newman in Victory Lane was Tony Stewart. "He's so proud of me," Newman said after breaking a 77-race Sprint Cup winless streak. "He told me he lovedSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 11 Apr 2010 | 1:14 am Lakers guard Kobe Bryant expects to play against PortlandSource: ESPN.com | 11 Apr 2010 | 1:01 am 47-year-old Evander Holyfield scores 8th-round TKO of 41-year-old Frans BothaLAS VEGAS - Former heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield is using George Foreman's comeback more than 15 years ago as inspiration. The 47-year-old Holyfield (43-10-2, 28 KOs) knocked...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 11 Apr 2010 | 12:41 am Alfredsson honoured but Vanek spoils party with 4 goals as Sabres beat Sens 5-2OTTAWA - A loss for the playoff-bound Senators couldn't spoil a special night for venerable Ottawa captain Daniel Alfredsson. Thomas Vanek scored four goals Saturday as the Buffalo...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 11 Apr 2010 | 12:34 am The Masters: Phil Mickelson threatens Lee Westwood; Tiger Woods falls backSource: ESPN.com | 11 Apr 2010 | 12:31 am Heyward continues to impress in Braves' winSource: ESPN.com | 11 Apr 2010 | 12:27 am Duncan powers Spurs to big win over Nuggets (Reuters)Reuters - The San Antonio Spurs turned up the defensive pressure to beat the Denver Nuggets 104-85 on Saturday, giving them a chance of avoiding the top-seeded Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the playoffs.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 11 Apr 2010 | 12:16 am Berto stops Quintana to keep WBC welterweight titleUnbeaten Andre Berto stopped Carlos Quintana in the eighth round to retain his World Boxing Council welterweight title. Berto, who improved to 26-0 with 20 wins inside the distance,...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 11 Apr 2010 | 12:12 am Baseball roundup: Saturday's action on the diamondsThe Florida Marlins' ninth-inning comeback had the crowd in such a frenzy that Chris Coghlan couldn't hear third-base coach Joe Espada screaming at him to stay put. So Coghlan tagged up...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 11 Apr 2010 | 12:12 am Ageing boxer Holyfield stops Botha in eighth roundEvander Holyfield stopped Frans Botha in the eighth round Saturday in a battle of aging heavyweight warriors. The 47-year-old Holyfield improved to 43-10-2 with 28 wins inside the...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 11 Apr 2010 | 12:07 am Clippers' Craig Smith looking for a defined rolePlaying time has varied for the soon-to-be free-agent power forward, but he has no desire to leave the team. Smith thinks the Clippers' situation will get better. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:58 pm Ryan Newman makes late charge to win at PhoenixSource: ESPN.com | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:57 pm Holyfield stops Botha, wins WBF heavyweight titleLAS VEGAS (AP) -- Former heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield is using George Foreman's comeback more than 15 years ago as inspiration.Source: SI.com | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:55 pm NBA roundup: Saturday's action on the boardsPaul Pierce and the Boston Celtics gained some momentum heading into the playoffs, but the Milwaukee Bucks showed they wouldn't be pushed around. Pierce scored 18 of his 24 points in...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:54 pm Matsui drives in winning run for AngelsHideki Matsui, the World Series Most Valuable Player with the Yankees last season, notched his first game-ending hit for the Angels in a 4-3 victory over Oakland. Matsui singled home theSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:53 pm George Sherrill fails to close door for the DodgersAfter Andre Ethier delivers a two-run pinch-hit homer for the lead, the left-handed reliever gives up three runs in the bottom of the ninth inning to let the Marlins take a 7-6 victory. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:50 pm Newman ends winless streak in PhoenixAVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- Ryan Newman broke a 77-race Sprint Cup winless streak Saturday night at Phoenix International Raceway, taking the lead after a late caution and holding off Jeff Gordon in a two-lap shootout.Source: SI.com | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:47 pm Braves win 7-2, hand Giants first loss of season (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:47 pm NHL roundup: Saturday's action on the icePlaying for pride, the Toronto Maple Leafs ended their season with a win against the playoff-bound Canadiens. Not that it mattered much to Montreal. "Who cares?" Montreal winger Mike...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:47 pm Hideki Matsui, Jered Weaver save Angels from a shaming against the AthleticsMatsui s walk-off single gives Anaheim a 4-3 victory over Oakland, salvages Weaver s strong effort, and ensures that the Angels don t match a franchise-worst 1-5 start. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:45 pm Liverpool step up investor searchLiverpool are set to appoint a new chairman and ask a new bank to lead their search for fresh investment, BBC Sport understands.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:36 pm BC wins second NCAA hockey title in three yearsDETROIT (AP) -- Cam Atkinson scored twice, John Muse made 20 saves and Boston College won the NCAA hockey championship for the second time in three years with a 5-0 victory against Wisconsin on Saturday night.Source: SI.com | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:32 pm Braves win 7-2, hand Giants first loss of seasonJason Heyward homered and drove in two runs, Derek Lowe won his second consecutive start and the Atlanta Braves beat San Francisco 7-2 on Saturday night to hand the Giants their first loss...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:26 pm Baseball Roundup: Suddenly Powerful Twins Win Fifth StraightMinnesota’s 10th home run in six games delivered a fifth straight victory, over the Chicago White Sox, 2-1.Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:25 pm George Sherrill fails to close door for the DodgersAfter Andre Ethier delivers a two-run pinch-hit homer for the lead, the left-handed reliever gives up three runs in the bottom of the ninth inning to let the Marlins take a 7-6 victory.Andre Ethier had the kind of at-bat that should have added to his growing legend as a late-game hero, hobbling off the Dodgers' bench for the first time in three days on a swollen left ankle to turn a one-run deficit into a one-run lead. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:24 pm Line of David, 17-1 Shot, Wins Arkansas DerbyLine of David went gate-to-wire in the $1 million Arkansas Derby, one week after the trainer John Sadler’s other colt Sidney’s Candy ran off with the Santa Anita Derby.Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:22 pm Sharks beat Coyotes 3-2 in shootout (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:13 pm Jackie Robinson and Dixie Walker: Painful MemoriesDixie Walker, a fan favorite with the Brooklyn Dodgers, was suspected of circulating a petition opposing Jackie Robinson. Walker’s daughter has had to live with the fallout.Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:10 pm Arthur Mercante Sr., Hall of Fame Boxing Referee, Dies at 90Mercante was a presence at more than 140 championship bouts, and his son Arthur Mercante Jr. was also a well-known referee.Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:10 pm Yankees 10, Rays 0: Sabathia’s No-Hit Bid Broken Up in Eighth, but Yankees WinC. C. Sabathia did not allow a hit until Kelly Shoppach’s single with two outs in the eighth inning, and the Yankees routed Tampa Bay.Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:09 pm Clippers hold on to beat Warriors, 107-104Chris Kaman finishes with 27 points and 10 rebounds as Clippers snap seven-game losing streak. Chris Kaman had...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:07 pm Woods Struggles but Is Satisfied He’s Close at MastersTiger Woods recorded seven birdies and five bogeys, but he was just four strokes off the lead at Augusta.Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:04 pm Expansion Plan Threatens Augusta MunicipalA university’s plan to expand its campus threatens Augusta Municipal, which has a strong historical link to African-American golfers.Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:04 pm Boston College blanks Wisconsin for Frozen Four titleSource: ESPN.com | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:02 pm Mickelson Starts His Charge a Day EarlyLee Westwood had four birdies in his first 10 holes, while Phil Mickelson ripped off a stretch that set Augusta fans roaring.Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:01 pm N.B.A. Roundup: Spurs Help Playoff Position, and Hinder Nuggets’The Spurs’ victory over the Nuggets lifted them into seventh place in the West, avoiding — at least for the moment — a first-round matchup against the Lakers.Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:00 pm Sports of The Times: On the Treadmill in Afghanistan, on the Road to BostonPaul Zeizel, who turns 55 on Monday, is training in Afghanistan for the Boston Marathon.Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 10:59 pm John Brantley throws for 201 yards, two touchdowns at the Florida spring gameSource: ESPN.com | 10 Apr 2010 | 10:53 pm Hamlin finishes race 10 days after knee surgery (AP)AP - Denny Hamlin raced 376 miles only 10 days after having surgery to repair the torn ACL in his left knee, even skipping a chance to get out of the cockpit during an extended pit stop for repair work on the car.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Apr 2010 | 10:52 pm Don’t count on covering any bases with GonzalezOne big reason the Red Sox need to make things work at DH with David Ortiz / Mike Lowell ?Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Apr 2010 | 10:51 pm Longshots triumph in Derby prep racesLine of David could be racing at the Kentucky Derby in May after winning the $1-million Arkansas Derby.Front-running Line of David won the $1-million Arkansas Derby by a neck on Saturday at Hot Springs, propelling the 17-1 longshot into Kentucky Derby consideration after his first race on dirt. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 10:42 pm The 3-point stance isn’t worth squatA whole bunch of people, many with enough numerical acumen to file their taxes without a CPA’s assistance, left TD Garden Thursday night with a queasy feeling. No, it wasn’t that noxious odor...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Apr 2010 | 10:40 pm Stamkos joins 50-goal club, lifts Lightning in SOSource: ESPN.com | 10 Apr 2010 | 10:19 pm Pierce scores 24 in Celts win as Bucks lose coolPaul Pierce wishes the Celtics could play like they did against the Bucks every night. Rookie Brandon Jennings already wants another shot at the bullies from Boston with more on the line. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Apr 2010 | 10:18 pm Starters have fallen short in innings pitchedInability to pitch deep into games has put pressure on the bullpen, which has faltered after a strong start. The...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Apr 2010 | 10:08 pm Hideki Matsui swats away Angels' losing streakMatsui singles in the winning run in the bottom of the ninth in 4-3 victory over Athletics. Hideki Matsui singled...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Apr 2010 | 9:59 pm Newman makes late charge to win at PhoenixLate restart leads way to Victory Lane for Ryan Newman.Source: FOXSports.com News | 10 Apr 2010 | 9:51 pm BC tops Wisconsin 5-0, 2nd hockey title in 3 years (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Apr 2010 | 9:42 pm Celtics-Bucks, BoxBOSTON (105) Pierce 10-17 4-4 24, Wallace 5-11 0-0 12, Perkins 0-4 0-0 0, Rondo 5-14 5-8 15, R.Allen 5-7 11-11 21, Robinson 3-7 0-0 7, Davis 3-5 6-6 12, Williams 0-2 4-4 4, T.Allen 3-6 1-2 7, Finley 1-2...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Apr 2010 | 9:38 pm Lendl, Wilander put on show in Atlantic City exhibitionIn his first match since retiring 16 years ago, Ivan Lendl nearly as fit as the man who dominated tennis in the 1980s. His game, however, wasn't nearly as sharp.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Apr 2010 | 9:25 pm Athletics need an assist from Bud SeligClub desperately wants to build a stadium in San Jose and leave the disastrous Oakland Coliseum, but commissioner is still waiting, 13 months later, for a report from a task force to say where the A’s could go.Is Bud Selig trying to kill the Oakland Athletics? Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 9:20 pm Querrey downs Odesnik to reach Clay Court final (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Apr 2010 | 8:46 pm A year later, NBA players are all logged onEven more stars are posting their comments and pictures on Twitter.Giving the fans what they want Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 8:11 pm Big move by Phil Mickelson leaves him in second place at MastersMickelson eagles the 13th and 14th holes, then birdies No. 15, and is one shot behind Lee Westwood.Mickelson eagles the 13th and 14th holes, then birdies No. 15, and is one shot behind Lee Westwood. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 7:55 pm Kobe Bryant is doing a banged-up job for LakersA continuing series of injuries (finger, ankle, knee) has slowed the Lakers star since December, caused him to miss seven games and taken some of the edge, and elevation, from his game. As playoffs approach, it could be cause for concern.A continuing series of injuries (finger, ankle, knee) has slowed the Lakers star since December, caused him to miss seven games and taken some of the edge, and elevation, from his game. As playoffs approach, it could be cause for concern. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 7:54 pm Tiger in contention despite demonsThis time, it isn't tabloids bedeviling Tiger. It's his own swing.Source: FOXSports.com News | 10 Apr 2010 | 7:47 pm CC's no-hit bid snapped in 8th; Yanks roll RaysSource: ESPN.com | 10 Apr 2010 | 7:39 pm Kings suffer another disappointment with 4-3 shootout loss to OilersGoalie Jonathan Quick says he's not worried about his eight-game winless streak.After 81 games and an inexcusable 4-3 shootout loss to the long-eliminated Edmonton Oilers on Saturday, the only number relevant to the Kings is one. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 7:15 pm East may no longer be the least of NBA's conferencesWhile not as balanced as the hyper-competitive West, the East boasts at least two legit title contenders, including the favored Cavaliers, and several other strong entries. A look at each team's playoff prospects.While not as balanced as the hyper-competitive West, the East boasts at least two legit title contenders, including the favored Cavaliers, and several other strong entries. A look at each team's playoff prospects. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 7:15 pm Brantley solid in Gators' spring gameGAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- John Brantley dropped back on the first play of Florida's spring game and threw it as far as he could.Source: SI.com | 10 Apr 2010 | 6:54 pm Anderson Silva defends title, fails to impressSource: ESPN.com | 10 Apr 2010 | 6:51 pm Westwood eyes final Masters pushLee Westwood vows to stick to his game plan on Sunday after closing the third round of the Masters with a narrow lead at Augusta.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Apr 2010 | 6:20 pm Querry beats Odesnik, to play for trophy in HoustonThird seeded Sam Querry defeated Wayne Odesnik 7-6 (4), 1-6, 7-5 in the semifinals of the U.S. Men's Clay Court Championships on Saturday.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Apr 2010 | 6:14 pm Africa has produced exceptional players, but not a World Cup-quality teamMany of the continent's best players ply their trade with European squads, and although some of Africa's teams have been competitive, the challenge is to move up into the elite.Standing on a circle of grass outside Benfica's Stadium of Light in Lisbon is a larger-than-life statue of Eusebio, arguably the greatest soccer player ever to come from Africa. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 5:56 pm Will LeBron James make it unanimous in the NBA MVP race?Text messages from press row . . .So far ahead of the pack is LeBron James that NBA observers now wonder if the Cleveland Cavaliers star might become the league's first unanimous pick as most valuable player. . . . Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 10 Apr 2010 | 5:50 pm RaceTrax: Subway Fresh Fit 600 resultsRyan Newman steals late victory in PhoenixSource: FOXSports.com News | 10 Apr 2010 | 5:27 pm Westwood, Mickelson on top at MastersLee Westwood's in prime position to win his first major.Source: FOXSports.com News | 10 Apr 2010 | 5:13 pm Wozniacki to face Govortsova in Ponte Vedra finalTop-seeded Caroline Wozniacki has advanced to the final of the MPS Group Championships, beating fourth-seeded Elena Vesnina 1-6, 7-6 (4), 6-4.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Apr 2010 | 4:27 pm Barca earn key victory over Real MadridBarcelona take a huge step towards successfully defending their Spanish title with a key 2-0 win over Real Madrid.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Apr 2010 | 4:03 pm Stoner claims pole for Qatar raceCasey Stoner holds off Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo to take pole for the opening race of the 2010 MotoGP season.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Apr 2010 | 3:48 pm Laws lifted after 'hardest week'Burnley manager Brian Laws praises his players' "fantastic response" as they put a "devastating" week behind them to beat relegation rivals Hull 4-1.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Apr 2010 | 1:28 pm MLB on FOX: CC flirts with no-hitterYankee ace flirts with no-hitter in easy win over Rays.Source: FOXSports.com News | 10 Apr 2010 | 12:59 pm Munster 33-19 NorthamptonMunster clinch a Heineken Cup semi-final against Biarritz as they fight back from a half-time deficit to finally subdue Northampton.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Apr 2010 | 12:14 pm Harlequins RL 24-32 St HelensSt Helens' Andrew Dixon and James Roby score two tries apiece to beat rock-bottom battlers Harlequins and go third.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Apr 2010 | 12:12 pm Tiger TrackerRecap Tiger's seesaw third round shot-by-shot.Source: FOXSports.com News | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:36 am Wawrinka edges Starace, to play for Casablanca titleStanislas Wawrinka of Switzerland edged Potito Starace of Italy 6-4, 3-6, 6-4 on Saturday to reach the final of the Grand Prix Hassan II.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:19 am A Special Offer From Our SponsorSource: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:19 am Nats save game on spectacular catchWillie Harris made a game-ending diving catch to yet again thwart a Mets rally, well-traveled Willy Taveras drove in a career-high four runs and the Washington Nationals beat New York 4-3 on a blustery Saturday.Source: FOXSports.com News | 10 Apr 2010 | 11:07 am Live Saturday MLB scoresSource: FOXSports.com News | 10 Apr 2010 | 10:36 am Suarez Navarro rallies to reach Marbella title matchCarla Suarez Navarro has rallied to beat Maria Jose Martinez Sanchez 2-6, 6-3, 6-2 and advance to the Andalucia Open final.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 10 Apr 2010 | 9:45 am Leaderboard: Third-round Masters scoresMickelson makes huge third-round charge at the Masters.Source: FOXSports.com News | 10 Apr 2010 | 8:22 am
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