World Sports Headlines for April 19, 2010

Uefa to make Europa semis ruling

Uefa is set to make a decision on Monday about whether Fulham and Liverpool will travel to Germany and Spain for Europa League ties as the volcanic ash cloud hits sporting fixtures.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Apr 2010 | 4:03 am

ITF says Odesnik accepts voluntary suspension (AP)

AP - American tennis player Wayne Odesnik has accepted "a voluntary provisional suspension" from all events, including the Grand Slam tournaments and other ATP-sanctioned competitions.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Apr 2010 | 3:51 am

Benitez wants final push for top-four finish (AFP)

AFP - Rafael Benitez has changed his mind over Liverpool's bid for a Champions League place by claiming they can still finish in the top four if they beat West Ham United on Monday.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Apr 2010 | 3:46 am

Monday's gossip column

Jose Mourinho to replace Sir Alex Ferguson for 2011/2012, plus other rumours
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Apr 2010 | 3:24 am

Monday's gossip column

Fernando Alonso blames reflexes for jump start in China, plus other gossip
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Apr 2010 | 3:24 am

Volcano flight chaos leaves many passengers broke

Andrew and Debbie Jackman of Britain spent more than two years saving up for their family vacation to Australia. They probably wish they'd saved a little longer. On Friday, they found...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Apr 2010 | 3:22 am

Torres out for rest of the season

Liverpool striker Fernando Torres will miss the rest of the season following knee surgery on Sunday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Apr 2010 | 3:04 am

Wenger rues Arsenal indiscipline

Boss Arsene Wenger blames his players' lack of discipline after Arsenal let in three late goals to lose 3-2 to Wigan and all but end their title hopes.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Apr 2010 | 2:43 am

'Crisis' talks over Wembley pitch

A meeting over Wembley's much-maligned pitch takes place at the national stadium on Monday as work continues on the venue's 11th surface since 2007.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Apr 2010 | 2:28 am

Miller's 31 leads Blazers to 105-100 upset of Suns (AP)

AP - Andre Miller scored 15 points in the fourth quarter and tied his career playoff high with 31 points as the short-handed Portland Trail Blazers stole homecourt advantage from Phoenix with a 105-100 victory over the Suns on Sunday night.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Apr 2010 | 1:50 am

Avalanche beat Sharks 1-0 in OT (AP)

AP - The San Jose Sharks couldn't score on Craig Anderson all night. Moments into overtime, they somehow managed to put the puck past their own goalie.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Apr 2010 | 1:50 am

Maybe the best $2.6 million a rookie ever spent (AP)

AP - The calls that every agent with a kid in the draft dreads most are about money.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Apr 2010 | 1:39 am

Maybe the best $2.6 million a rookie ever spent

"The first call is always about taxes," longtime NFL agent Ralph Cindrich said a while back. "So few of these guys have had after-school jobs that they see their first paycheck and demand
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Apr 2010 | 1:39 am

Many subplots in Shanahan's 1st Redskins minicamp

Donovan McNabb looks strange in a Washington Redskins uniform. Clinton Portis has yet another chip on his shoulder. Albert Haynesworth isn't on the trading block _ perhaps. The offensive
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Apr 2010 | 1:39 am

Furyk happy with Verizon Heritage win sort of (AP)

AP - Jim Furyk hasn't had many victories as bizarre as his Verizon Heritage win.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Apr 2010 | 1:37 am

Furyk happy with Verizon Heritage win _ sort of

Jim Furyk hasn't had many victories as bizarre as his Verizon Heritage win. OK, maybe he's had at least one as strange. Furyk won his 15th PGA Tour event, and second since March,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Apr 2010 | 1:37 am

My Bad

A huge error by Dan Boyle costs the Sharks the game in OT. Check out the highlights.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 19 Apr 2010 | 1:18 am

Ervin Santana makes Blue Jays look like hacks in Angels' 3-1 win

Right-hander needs only 106 pitches to complete a four-hitter against the free-swinging Blue Jays, retiring 16 consecutive batters in one stretch. And Angels complete their first series sweep in Toronto since July 2004.

Right-hander Ervin Santana thought his changeup was his best pitch against the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday. Manager Mike Scioscia said Santana's fastball command was his most effective weapon.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 19 Apr 2010 | 1:00 am

Niemi, 'Hawks pull series with Preds

CHICAGO(AP) Antti Niemi 's mind was clear and his game was sharp. It was just what the Chicago Blackhawks needed to even up their first-round series with the Nashville Predators
Source: SI.com | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:59 am

Manny's pinch-hit homer lifts Dodgers past Giants

Source: SI.com | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:59 am

Heyward rescues Braves in ninth inning

Source: SI.com | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:59 am

Crosby, Penguins seize 2-1 lead on Sens

OTTAWA(AP) Even faced with the constant attention of the Ottawa Senators ' top pair of defensemen, Sidney Crosby keeps finding ways to lead the Pittsburgh Penguins .
Source: SI.com | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:59 am

Blazers hold on

Despite missing leading scorer Brandon Roy, the Blazers spoiled what otherwise was a perfect record for home teams during the opening weekend of the playoffs, pulling out a surprising win in Phoenix. As the Suns lick their wounds from the 105-100 loss, Steve Nash and Co. are likely to lose some sleep over the following elements that left them without homecourt in the first round.
Source: SI.com | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:54 am

N.B.A. Roundup: Magic Holds On to Beat Bobcats in Game 1

The Magic nearly blew a 22-point lead before beating the Bobcats in Game 1 of their first-round series.

Source: NYT > Sports | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:40 am

Report: Big Ten will talk accelerating expansion

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) -- The Chicago Tribune is reporting that high-ranking representatives of the Big Ten were to discuss accelerating the timetable for a decision on possible expansion.
Source: SI.com | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:31 am

Lakers shut down Durant to take series opener 87-79

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The defending champion Los Angeles Lakers held on for a gritty 87-79 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday, taking a 1-0 lead in the first-round Western...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:19 am

Lakers shut down Durant to take series opener 87-79 (Reuters)

Reuters - The defending champion Los Angeles Lakers held on for a gritty 87-79 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday, taking a 1-0 lead in the first-round Western Conference playoff series.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:19 am

Heat now realize they’re in for a fight

The Miami Heat thought they had rid themselves of infuriating bouts with inconsistency and offensive lapses by winning of 18 of their final 22 regular-season games. The Heat were not the same team that...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:17 am

Nowitzki starts strong as Mavericks edge Spurs

Dirk Nowitzki opened the playoffs in a high gear, making 12 of 14 shots and scoring 36 points to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a 100-94 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday night.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:16 am

Georgia Bulldogs' Zach Mettenberger kicked off team

Redshirt freshman Zach Mettenberger has been kicked off the team for violating team rules, Georgia coach Mark Richt announced.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:16 am

Sabres’ Vanek likely out of Game 3 lineup

Buffalo’s Thomas Vanek , last seen in the first period of Saturday’s Game 2 of the Bruins-Sabres series skating off the HSBC Arena ice, placing no weight on his injured left leg, is not expected...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:13 am

Garza’s latest performance was striking

It wasn’t a perfect game, far from it. The Red Sox had three hits and drew a walk over the first seven innings against the Tampa Bay Rays yesterday. But thanks to three double plays and one base-running...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:12 am

Cameron still hasn’t found comfort zone

Mike Cameron , brought to the Red Sox primarily for his Gold Glove-caliber defense, hesitated briefly as the ball hit by Evan Longoria sailed toward him in center. He started in for a second before backpedaling,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:11 am

Dogs Become Living Sculpture at Show for Groomers

Competitors at Intergroom used clippers, hair spray, glitter and paint — among other tools — to transform dogs into works of art.

Source: NYT > Sports | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:10 am

Boston Celtics' Kevin Garnett suspended for Game 2 vs. Miami Heat

Kevin Garnett has been suspended for Game 2 of Boston's first-round playoff series against the Heat.
Source: ESPN.com | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:09 am

Cloud forces Japan MotoGP switch

The Japanese round of the MotoGP world championship is switched from Sunday to 3 October because of air travel problems caused by the cloud of volcanic ash in Europe.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:07 am

NBA roundup: Sunday's action on the courts

Andrew Bynum was out of breath but on his game for the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday afternoon. Bynum displayed little rust in teaming with Pau Gasol to dominate the middle in the Los...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:07 am

Miller leads Blazers past Suns

Source: FOXSports.com News | 19 Apr 2010 | 12:05 am

Formula One: Button Hydroplanes His Way to Victory

Jenson Button, in a McLaren Mercedes, drove dashingly and made good tire choices, taking his second victory of the season.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 11:54 pm

Sharks' OT error hands win, series lead to Avs

Ryan O'Reilly was credited with a bizarre goal 51 seconds into overtime following an errant clear by defenseman Dan Boyle, giving the Colorado Avalanche a 1-0 victory over San Jose on Sunday night and a 2-1 lead in the Western Conference series.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Apr 2010 | 11:49 pm

Bruins Begin, Sobotka are being pretty gritty

With 67 seconds remaining Saturday in Game 2 of the Bruins’ playoff series against the Sabres — Buffalo’s Ryan Miller off for an extra attacker, Boston leading by one, and the faceoff...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Apr 2010 | 11:45 pm

Wake-up call not answered

You want the good news or the bad news? Sorry. There is no good news. Yesterday was another sorry affair at Fenway Park for the Red Sox , the only difference being this one was in the daylight.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Apr 2010 | 11:45 pm

Penguins punish sloppy Sens to edge ahead in series

OTTAWA (Reuters) - The Pittsburgh Penguins took advantage of some shoddy defending to beat the Ottawa Senators 4-2 on Sunday and take a 2-1 lead in their best-of-seven NHL playoff series.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Apr 2010 | 11:44 pm

Jonathan Quick’s playoff victory is historic for Kings

Saturday’s win at Vancouver marked the first time since 1993 that the Kings won a playoff game with a goaltender they drafted. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Apr 2010 | 11:40 pm

Jonathan Quick’s playoff victory is historic for Kings

Saturday’s win at Vancouver marked the first time since 1993 that the Kings won a playoff game with a goaltender they drafted.

Jonathan Quick's 24-save effort Saturday in the 3-2 overtime victory that tied the Kings' playoff series against Vancouver at one game each was momentous on many levels.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 11:40 pm

Slumber yard

The clubhouse was quiet, nearly empty. The mood appeared gray, like the clouds over Fenway Park, like the rain that had showered the Red Sox off and on as they lost their third straight game to the Rays,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Apr 2010 | 11:39 pm

Garnett is suspended

An injury kept Kevin Garnett out of last year’s playoffs. A late-game skirmish will cost him a game this postseason.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Apr 2010 | 11:37 pm

Yankees 5, Rangers 2: Deep Drive and Deep Bench Help Yankees Complete a Sweep

Andy Pettitte pitched well, Mark Teixeira hit his first home run and two utility players helped the Yankees win their fourth straight.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 11:23 pm

N.H.L. Roundup: Penguins Take Series Lead Against Senators

Petr Prucha and Radim Vrbata scored in the third period, lifting the Coyotes to a 4-2 victory over the Red Wings and a 2-1 lead in their Western Conference series.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 11:00 pm

Cardinals 5, Mets 3: Mets’ Loss Has Roots in Marathon Victory

With a depleted bullpen one day after a 20-inning win, the Mets lost to the Cardinals, whose starter Adam Wainwright threw a complete game.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 11:00 pm

Kings' Jack Johnson is becoming a power broker

Johnson and fellow young defenseman Drew Doughty have become the quarterbacks when the team has the man advantage. And four of the Kings' five goals against Vancouver have come on the power play.

In a few seconds' time Jack Johnson went from playoff newcomer to impact player, putting the oomph in a power play that lifted the Kings to even footing with the Vancouver Canucks before their first-round playoff series resumes Monday at Staples Center.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 10:54 pm

Garnett suspended for Game 2 of playoff series (AP)

AP - Kevin Garnett has been suspended by the NBA for the Boston Celtics second playoff game against the Miami Heat.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Apr 2010 | 10:50 pm

Baseball Roundup: Rays Handle the Weather and the Red Sox

Matt Garza pitched eight shutout innings and Tampa Bay remained undefeated on the road.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 10:44 pm

Allan Muir: Alfredsson must play the part

While Sidney Crosby has thrived, Daniel Alfredsson has struggled. The pressure is on the Senators captain, says Allan Muir, after the Penguins grabbed a 2-1 series lead with a 4-2 win.
Source: SI.com | 18 Apr 2010 | 10:42 pm

On Baseball: There’s Very Little to Complain About in Yankees’ Start

The Yankees, coming off a championship season, are off to a fast start this season with no drama or real problems.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 10:40 pm

Avalanche beat Sharks 1-0 in OT

Ryan O'Reilly was credited with a bizarre goal 51 seconds into overtime following an errant clear by defenseman Dan Boyle, giving the Colorado Avalanche a 1-0 victory over San Jose on...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Apr 2010 | 10:37 pm

Sharks lose by shooting into own net

A huge error by Dan Boyle costs the Sharks the game in OT.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 18 Apr 2010 | 10:36 pm

At U.S. Open Tennis Qualifier, Youth Triumphs Over Experience, but Just Barely

A top-ranked amateur, Richard Bustamante, takes his best shots against a teenage opponent at Flushing Meadows.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 10:29 pm

Lakers 87, Thunder 79: Lakers Flip Playoff Switch and Outmuscle Thunder

The Lakers used their 7-footers Pau Gasol (19 points) and Andrew Bynum (13) to dominate inside against the Thunder, winning Game 1 of their Western Conference playoff series.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 10:23 pm

Baseball roundup: Sunday's action on the diamonds

Jason Heyward keeps adding to his firsts. The rookie sensation drove in two runs with a two-out, bases-loaded single in the ninth inning and had a rare show of emotion as the Atlanta...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Apr 2010 | 10:17 pm

Ex-WBC lightweight champion Edwin Valero to be charged with killing wife

Former lightweight champion Edwin Valero was detained Sunday on suspicion of killing his wife, the gravest in a string of problems that have threatened to derail his career. Prosecutors say they will charge Valero in the killing "in the coming hours."
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Apr 2010 | 10:14 pm

Police: Boxer Valero suspected of killing wife (AP)

AP - Former lightweight champion Edwin Valero was detained Sunday on suspicion of killing his wife, the gravest in a string of problems that have threatened to derail his career. Prosecutors say they will charge Valero in the killing "in the coming hours."

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Apr 2010 | 10:12 pm

Brian Davis' playoff penalty gives Jim Furyk the Verizon Heritage title

Brian Davis called a two-stroke penalty on himself to give Jim Furyk a victory at the Verizon Heritage on Sunday.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Apr 2010 | 10:06 pm

Utah Jazz's Mehmet Okur tears Achilles tendon, ends season

Utah Jazz general manager Kevin O'Connor says center Mehmet Okur has a torn left Achilles' tendon and is out for the remainder of the playoffs.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Apr 2010 | 9:55 pm

Brewers score 10 in first inning of win over Nats

Brewers 11, Nationals 7
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Apr 2010 | 9:54 pm

Report: Two players failed drug tests at combine

NEW YORK (AP) -- FoxSports.com is reporting Southern California tight end Anthony McCoy tested positive for marijuana at the scouting combine.
Source: SI.com | 18 Apr 2010 | 9:54 pm

NBA: Magic hold off charging Bobcats to win game one

Jameer Nelson scored 32 points and the Orlando Magic almost gave up a 22-point lead before beating the Charlotte Bobcats 98-89 in the opening game of their NBA playoff series. Rashard...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Apr 2010 | 9:48 pm

Ian Thomsen: Fast Breaks: Thunder-Lakers, Game 1

The Lakers added Ron Artest to be a defensive force in the playoffs. He delivered vs. the Thunder in the series opener, writes Ian Thomsen, frustrating Kevin Durant as L.A. won 87-79.
Source: SI.com | 18 Apr 2010 | 9:20 pm

Nowitzki leads Mavs past Spurs 100-94 in opener (AP)

AP - Dirk Nowitzki opened the playoffs in a high gear, making 12 of 14 shots and scoring 36 points to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a 100-94 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday night.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Apr 2010 | 9:15 pm

Ron Artest's defense on Kevin Durant is pretty special to Lakers

The Lakers forward isn't too impressed with himself even after helping force the league's leading scorer into missing 17 of 24 shots in the playoff opener.

The Lakers forward isn't too impressed with himself even after helping force the league's leading scorer into missing 17 of 24 shots in the playoff opener.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 9:00 pm

Magic survive Bobcats despite struggling late

Jameer Nelson scored 24 of his 32 points in the first half, and the Orlando Magic nearly blew a 22-point lead before beating the Charlotte Bobcats 98-89 in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series Sunday.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Apr 2010 | 8:53 pm

Crosby, Pens overwhelm Senators for 2-1 lead

Sidney Crosby had a goal and an assist, Evgeni Malkin scored his third playoff goal, and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Ottawa Senators 4-2 on Sunday night to take a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference series.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Apr 2010 | 8:52 pm

Manny Ramirez gives crowd what it wants in 2-1 Dodgers victory

His pinch-hit, two-run home run in the eighth inning powers the Dodgers over San Francisco, and soaks in fans’ approval. Dodgers conclude their first homestand 4-2.

His pinch-hit, two-run home run in the eighth inning powers the Dodgers over San Francisco, and soaks in fans’ approval. Dodgers conclude their first homestand 4-2.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 8:43 pm

Lakers hit a few bumps while grinding out 87-79 win over Thunder

They look like their old, championship-caliber selves in playoff opener . . . but only for one quarter. They are outscored over the last three periods and have to hang on at the end. Kobe Bryant struggles, but Andrew Bynum looks good in his return, and Ron Artest does a good job defending Kevin Durant.

They look like their old, championship-caliber selves in playoff opener . . . but only for one quarter. They are outscored over the last three periods and have to hang on at the end.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 8:10 pm

Dodgers change it up with Clayton Kershaw

After he makes career-high 114 pitches, Manager Joe Torre says Kershaw would be judged on how hard he has to work to get through his innings more than pitch count.

Clayton Kershaw had thrown 107 pitches through seven innings, including 26 in the seventh. The San Francisco Giants had the top of the order coming up, the Dodgers trailed by one run, Kershaw was five pitches from his career high, and yet the Dodgers sent him out to start the eighth inning Sunday.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 7:46 pm

Ryan Hunter-Reay wins Grand Prix of Long Beach

Driver defeats second-place Justin Wilson by 5.6 seconds. Will Power finishes third.

Ryan Hunter-Reay is known as a pretty face of IndyCar racing — in addition to Danica Patrick, of course — in good part because he's an advertising centerpiece of the sport's series sponsor, Izod clothing.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 7:40 pm

Bill Dwyre: Boxer Chris Arreola has full plate

Heavyweight will fight tough Tomasz Adamek, with a potential shot at world champion Wladimir Klitschko on the line.

Chris Arreola, the heavyweight boxer, was coming to lunch at The Times recently and the editors were concerned.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 6:44 pm

Angels infielder Brandon Wood makes progress

The third baseman has an infield single that raises his average to .105 after entering Sunday’s game with a .088 average and errors on back-to-back plays that led to unearned runs Saturday.

Reporting from Toronto — Third baseman Brandon Wood remained in the lineup Sunday despite his .088 batting average entering the game and errors on back-to-back plays that led to a pair of unearned runs in Saturday's 6-3 win over the Blue Jays.

Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Apr 2010 | 6:37 pm

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