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England slip to worst Cup rankingEngland's performance at South Africa 2010 is officially their worst at a World Cup finals, according to Fifa.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2010 | 4:10 am After 12 years, Woods leaning toward putter switch (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:45 am Bradford release coach McNamaraCoach Steve McNamara leaves Bradford Bulls by mutual consent, freeing him up to take over as England coach with immediate effect.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:36 am MS Dhoni signs huge rights dealCricket hero MS Dhoni signs what correspondents say is the biggest marketing deal ever made by an Indian sportsman.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:35 am Powell completes switch to WaspsWales back-rower Andy Powell joins Wasps after his release from the Blues is finalised.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:30 am Live text - Tour de France stage nineYellow jersey wearer Cadel Evans faces one of the toughest days of the Tour which features the only super-category climb on this year's route, the gruelling Col de la Madeleine.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:29 am Tuesday's gossip columnEdin Dzeko confident of Manchester City move, plus other rumoursSource: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:13 am U.S. Rules May Bar Iroquois From Lacrosse EventThe Iroquois helped invent lacrosse, but a passport dispute could prevent them from competing in the world championships.
Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:11 am Alonso critical of De Jong tackleSpain midfielder Xabi Alonso calls Nigel de Jong's 'Kung-Fu' kick on him in Sunday's World Cup final one of the worst tackles he has ever received.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:09 am Congratulations Spain, and Thank You South AfricaTwo champions in 2010: the victors and the hosts.
Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:01 am Are they done yet? HR Derby drags, needs makeover (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Jul 2010 | 3:01 am Rugby star Rob Purdham nearly quit sport after brother killed by gunman Derrick BirdHarlequins captain Rob Purdham tells BBC Sport he nearly quit playing rugby after the death of his brother Garry in the Cumbria shootings in June.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2010 | 2:29 am Mexico baseball halted by gunfireProfessional baseball players run for cover after gunfire erupts during a game in a Mexican stadium.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2010 | 1:52 am Liverpool play down Torres injuryLiverpool remain hopeful that the groin injury suffered by striker Fernando Torres in the World Cup final is not as serious as was first feared.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 13 Jul 2010 | 1:51 am World Cup finale draws 700 million viewersCOLOGNE, Germany (Hollywood Reporter) - Spanish broadcasters said Ole! to record ratings as nearly 17 million fans watched the country's one-nil victory over the Netherlands in the finals...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 13 Jul 2010 | 1:39 am March Madness will include 4 first-round games (AP)AP - Anyone from Arkansas to Arkansas-Pine Bluff could kick off March Madness next year.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Jul 2010 | 1:12 am Groggy golfers arrive at St. Andrews for British (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 13 Jul 2010 | 1:12 am Derek Fisher spurns Miami Heat offer, will return to Los Angeles Lakers Derek Fisher is expected to decide where he's playing later Monday, a source said.Source: ESPN.com | 13 Jul 2010 | 12:56 am In Braves’ Infante, Even Utility Players Have an All-StarSince Phillies Manager Charlie Manuel picked Omar Infante for the N.L. roster, he has received regular playing time and raised his average to .332.
Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Jul 2010 | 12:41 am Home Run Derby Sluggers Keep SwingingDavid Ortiz won the Home Run Derby in an event lacking star power and in a season lacking power numbers. The derby’s appeal, however, continues.
Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Jul 2010 | 12:40 am Contador Shrugs at Top Tour de France Riders’ StumblesWith Cadel Evans, Andy Schleck and Alberto Contador in the top spots after a shakeout at the Tour de France, the psychological jockeying has begun.
Source: NYT > Sports | 13 Jul 2010 | 12:40 am Boston Red Sox slugger David Ortiz wins 2010 Home Run Derby Boston slugger David Ortiz has won his first Home Run Derby title, hitting 10 homers in the final round to beat Florida's Hanley Ramirez at Angel Stadium.Source: ESPN.com | 13 Jul 2010 | 12:34 am U.S. World Cup bid for 2018 gets boostFIFA finances may help U.S. bid to host the 2018 World Cup.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 13 Jul 2010 | 12:12 am FanHouse: O's will hire Showalter by week's endSource: SI.com | 13 Jul 2010 | 12:02 am Chargers' Jackson suspended 3 games for DUISAN DIEGO (AP) -- The San Diego Chargers say Pro Bowl wide receiver Vincent Jackson has been suspended by the NFL for the first three games of the 2010 season for violating the league's substance abuse policy.Source: SI.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 11:56 pm Warriors sign free agent F Dorell Wright (AP)AP - The Golden State Warriors have signed free agent small forward Dorell Wright to a multiyear contract.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 12 Jul 2010 | 11:47 pm Warriors sign free agent F Dorell WrightThe Golden State Warriors have signed free agent small forward Dorell Wright to a multiyear contract. The team announced the deal Monday night. Wright reportedly will be paid $11 millionSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 11:47 pm David Ortiz wins home run derbyBoston Red Sox veteran hits 11 home runs in the final round to outlast Florida Marlins shortstop Hanley Ramirez, who hits five.Boston Red Sox veteran hits 11 home runs in the final round to outlast Florida Marlins shortstop Hanley Ramirez, who hits five.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 12 Jul 2010 | 11:28 pm Ramirez unable to catch Ortiz in Derby's final roundBig Papi showed some big pop. David Ortiz is the 2010 home run champion after topping Hanley Ramirez in the final round. Boston's slugger hit 32 over three rounds to take the crown.Source: SI.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 11:26 pm NFL suspends Chargers WR Jackson 3 gamesThe San Diego Chargers say Pro Bowl wide receiver Vincent Jackson has been suspended by the NFL for the first three games of the 2010 season for violating the league's substance abuse...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 11:13 pm NFL suspends Chargers WR Jackson 3 games (AP)AP - The San Diego Chargers say Pro Bowl wide receiver Vincent Jackson has been suspended by the NFL for the first three games of the 2010 season for violating the league's substance abuse policy.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 12 Jul 2010 | 11:13 pm Wall has 18 points, 10 assists in win over ClipsJohn Wall, playing his second NBA Summer League game with the Wizards, had 18 points, 10 assists and five steals in Washington's 89-64 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday night.Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 11:12 pm Dodgers' Andre Ethier to start in center field in All-Star gameThe right fielder last played in center when he was a junior in college.The last time Andre Ethier played center field was when he was a junior at Arizona State University seven years ago.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 12 Jul 2010 | 11:12 pm Joe Girardi is hasty in announcing Michael Young will replace Adrian BeltreThe Red Sox's Beltre, who tweaked his left hamstring Sunday in Toronto, says he expects to play third base in the MLB All-Star game. New...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 11:07 pm David Ortiz wins HR Derby with 11-homer final (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:58 pm Kings' officials quiet about details of Ilya Kovalchuk's visitThe free agent toured the Kings' El Segundo practice facility during his first face-to-face meeting with Kings' officials since the team began pursuing him July 1.Ilya Kovalchuk toured the Kings' El Segundo practice facility Monday and his agent met with General Manager Dean Lombardi much of the day, but club executives were mum about their talks and gave no indication they were near an agreement that would put the two-time 50-goal scorer in a Kings uniform next season.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:51 pm Kings' officials quiet about details of Ilya Kovalchuk's visitThe free agent toured the Kings' El Segundo practice facility during his first face-to-face meeting with Kings' officials since the team began pursuing him July 1. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:51 pm T.J. Simers: He's back from vacation, what did he miss?While the columnist was traveling with his wife, there was a Lakers parade, Clippers' moves, the NHL draft and a little thing called the World Cup, for starters.The Darling Duo remain innocent, but the rest of the family is still behind bars, convicted of RV mutiny a few years back, which meant going on vacation this summer with just the wife.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:49 pm T.J. Simers: He's back from vacation, what did he miss?While the columnist was traveling with his wife, there was a Lakers parade, Clippers' moves, the NHL draft and a little thing called the World Cup, for starters. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:49 pm Mass. officials want Schilling firm to stay putState economic development officials hope they can persuade former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling to keep his video game company, 38 Studios LLC, in Massachusetts — despite loan guarantees being...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:43 pm Joe Lemire: After slow start, All-Star Ortiz looks like a champ againFrom first-month chump to Home Run Derby champ. David Ortiz continued his stunning turnaround by besting Hanley Ramirez, and Joe Lemire says it appears Big Papi is not done yet.Source: SI.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:41 pm Without James, Knicks Focus on ImprovementThe Knicks did not acquire LeBron James, but Donnie Walsh says the team has made moves that will pay dividends.
Source: NYT > Sports | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:31 pm South Africans Wonder What Lies Beyond the CupSouth Africans hosted a successful World Cup, but some are wary about whether their enthusiasm and unity can be sustained.
Source: NYT > Sports | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:22 pm Islamists Claim Attack in UgandaThe Shabab, a Somali insurgent group, claimed responsibility for bombings that killed more than 70.
Source: NYT > Sports | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:21 pm 2010 NBA Free Agents: Busy Miami Heat keep Udonis Haslem, agree with guard Mike Miller Udonis Haslem is staying with the Miami Heat and Mike Miller is joining him.Source: ESPN.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:19 pm A Shift in the Balance of Power Toward PitchingA bumper crop of talented pitchers are tilting baseball in their favor, despite coming of age when sluggers ruled the game.
Source: NYT > Sports | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:19 pm Boston slugger Ortiz wins home run derbyBoston Red Sox hitter David Ortiz captured Major League Baseball's home run hitting contest Monday, blasting 11 dingers in the final round at Angels Stadium. Ortiz out hit Florida...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:17 pm Forget Spicy Tuna Rolls, Most Baseball Fans Just Want a Hot DogFans at major league stadiums have more culinary options than ever, but the humble hot dog remains king.
Source: NYT > Sports | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:11 pm All-Star game in Southland is the ultimate home game for all of baseballNo region in the country can match Southern California's baseball history, roots and roster of great players. In sporting terms, baseball is the soul of SoCal.No region in the country can match Southern California's baseball history, roots and roster of great players. In sporting terms, baseball is the soul of SoCal.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:03 pm All-Star game in Southland is the ultimate home game for all of baseballNo region in the country can match Southern California's baseball history, roots and roster of great players. In sporting terms, baseball is the soul of SoCal. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 10:03 pm Report: Suns get Turkoglu, Chandler to RaptorsCHARLOTTE, N.C.(AP) -- Charlotte Bobcats center Tyson Chandler says he's been told he's being traded to the Raptors amid a report Toronto is also poised to send Hedo Turkoglu to Phoenix.Source: SI.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 9:33 pm Reports: Toronto Raptors close to trading Hedo Turkoglu and Jose CalderonCHARLOTTE, N.C. - Charlotte Bobcats centre Tyson Chandler said Monday night he's been told he's being traded to the Raptors amid a report Toronto is also poised to send Hedo Turkoglu to...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 9:29 pm Gallardo may skip 2011 ASG due to Arizona lawANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Yovani Gallardo is firm. Even if he's fortunate enough to make the All-Star team again next summer, he'll skip it.Source: SI.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 9:25 pm De Villiers stays loyal to beaten SpringboksSpringboks coach Peter de Villiers remained loyal to his side hammered 32-12 in the first Tri-Nations Test against the All Blacks, making only two enforced changes for Saturday's re-match.Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 9:14 pm David Ortiz wins HR Derby with 11-homer finalBoston slugger David Ortiz has won his first Home Run Derby title, hitting 11 homers in the final round to beat Florida's Hanley Ramirez at Angel Stadium. Big Papi added another...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 9:02 pm David Ortiz returns to All-Star game with Derby winThe Red Sox slugger beats out Florida's Hanley Ramirez to win the Home Run Derby at Angel Stadium. The Red Sox...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 9:01 pm Heat, Timberwolves finalize Beasley tradeMichael Beasley's off-the-court issues were well-documented. So were his on-the-court talents. In the end, Minnesota Timberwolves president David Kahn felt the latter far outweighed the...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 8:55 pm Stern calls James' NBA Decision "ill conceived"Despite calls from Dallas owner Mark Cuban to investigate how three high-profile free agents ended up on Miami, the NBA said Monday no formal complaints have been filed with the league. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 8:45 pm NBA commissioner David Stern: LeBron James' decision 'ill-advised' but allowed NBA commissioner David Stern says LeBron James was "entitled" to decide to leave the Cleveland Cavaliers for the Miami Heat.Source: ESPN.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 8:25 pm W.Cup winners Spain receive heroes welcome home (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 12 Jul 2010 | 8:20 pm Yovani Gallardo says he would skip All-Stars in Arizona over law Yovani Gallardo is firm. Even if he's fortunate enough to make the All-Star team again next summer, he'll skip it.Source: ESPN.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 8:01 pm The Alps are far from over for Tour riders (Reuters)Reuters - Rested after a day off, the Tour de France riders get back to serious climbing in the 209-km ninth stage to St Jean de Maurienne on Tuesday.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 12 Jul 2010 | 8:01 pm After Armstrong's Tour de France crashes, team focus shifts to LeipheimerLevi Leipheimer, who helped guide Spaniard Alberto Contador to his Tour de France wins in 2007 and 2009, will now be getting assistance from Lance Armstrong. Leipheimer is in eighth place overall.Reporting from Morzine, France — On this first 2010 Tour de France rest day, Lance Armstrong rode a historic Alps climb, the Col de Joux Plane, one of the steepest of cycling's mountain rides.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 12 Jul 2010 | 8:01 pm After Armstrong's Tour de France crashes, team focus shifts to LeipheimerLevi Leipheimer, who helped guide Spaniard Alberto Contador to his Tour de France wins in 2007 and 2009, will now be getting assistance from Lance Armstrong. Leipheimer is in eighth place overall. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 8:01 pm Derek Fisher remains a Laker . . . for life, it would appearThe 14-year NBA veteran, who turns 36 next month, agrees to a three-year contract, believed to be worth $10.5 million, to stay with the team he has helped to win five championships. He will be the starting point guard, with recently signed Steve Blake the backup.The 14-year NBA veteran agrees to a three-year contract, believed to be worth $10.5 million, to stay with the team he has helped to win five championships.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 12 Jul 2010 | 7:56 pm Derek Fisher remains a Laker . . . for life, it would appearThe 14-year NBA veteran, who turns 36 next month, agrees to a three-year contract, believed to be worth $10.5 million, to stay with the team he has helped to win five championships. He will be the starting...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 7:56 pm Grahame L. Jones: World Cup lacked good soccerSouth Africa did a commendable job in staging the tournament, but the games left a lot to be desired. The book...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 7:49 pm Grahame L. Jones: World Cup lacked good soccerSouth Africa did a commendable job in staging the tournament, but the games left a lot to be desired.The book has been closed on South Africa 2010.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 12 Jul 2010 | 7:49 pm Spurs sign Spanish League MVP Tiago SplitterSAN ANTONIO (AP) ? The San Antonio Spurs didn't shop the blockbuster free-agent market for their big summer addition.Source: SI.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 7:43 pm Stern fines Gilbert $100k, unhappy with LeBronNEW YORK (AP) -- NBA commissioner David Stern congratulated LeBron James on his decision. He just wishes it came without "The Decision."Source: SI.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 7:26 pm Bill Dwyre: Psychoanalysis of Tiger Woods continues at British OpenThe world's No. 1 golfer is in the worst of times, and the thirst for non-golf analysis of Woods is more acute at this tournament than any other since he returned from his sabbatical. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 12 Jul 2010 | 7:17 pm Bill Dwyre: Psychoanalysis of Tiger Woods continues at British OpenThe world's No. 1 golfer is in the worst of times, and the thirst for non-golf analysis of Woods is more acute at this tournament than any other since he returned from his sabbatical.Correctly done, newspapers would send a psychologist to write about the days just before a major golf tournament and a sportswriter to cover the days the golfers play.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 12 Jul 2010 | 7:17 pm Stern says Miami's Big 3 acted within rights (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 12 Jul 2010 | 7:14 pm FIFA president criticizes play in finalSepp Blatter says Sunday's championship match, in which Spain defeated the Netherlands 1-0, was not what he 'expected for fair play on the field.' FIFA is likely to open a disciplinary case against the Dutch.When Sepp Blatter says you've stepped out of line, you know you've really made a big mistake.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 12 Jul 2010 | 6:38 pm David Price of Tampa Bay Rays, Ubaldo Jimenez of Colorado Rockies named All-Star starters Colorado Rockies ace Ubaldo Jimenez will start for the National League in the All-Star Game while the AL will counter with the Tampa Bay Rays' David Price.Source: ESPN.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 6:26 pm Nolan Ryan's group sues Texas Rangers for taking bids again Nolan Ryan's group is suing the Rangers as their bid to buy the team limps along.Source: ESPN.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 5:51 pm NCAA considers ban to early scholarship offers The NCAA is looking at whether to ban scholarship offers to recruits before July 1 in the summer between their junior and senior years in high school.Source: ESPN.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 5:45 pm 2010 FIFA World Cup: Fiesta! Spain arrives home after triumph Spain's World Cup-winning team arrived home from South Africa for a huge celebration Monday, including meetings with the Spanish king and prime minister and an open air bus ride through the city's historic center.Source: ESPN.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 3:32 pm Serena will miss WTT season after cutting footSerena Williams will miss the entire World TeamTennis season after cutting her foot.
 Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 3:28 pm Fisher stays in L.A.LOS ANGELES (AP) -Derek Fisher says he's staying with the Los Angeles Lakers.Source: SI.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 3:13 pm NCAA unveils new tourney formatINDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- March Madness is about to get a little bit bigger.Source: SI.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 2:40 pm NCAA reveals format of new 68-team tournament The final four at-large teams and final four automatic qualifiers in the newly minted 68-team NCAA men's basketball tournament field will meet for the right to enter the traditional 64-team draw.Source: ESPN.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 2:26 pm A Special Offer From Our SponsorSource: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 12:49 pm Soderling to face fellow Swede Vinciguerra in BastadAndreas Vinciguerra set up an all-Swedish second-round match with top-seeded Robin Soderling after defeating Daniel Brands in three sets at the Swedish Open on Monday.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 12:49 pm Tatishvili rallies to move into second round in PragueAnna Tatishvili of Georgia has rallied to defeat Slovakia's Magdalena Rybarikova 0-6, 7-5, 7-5 and reach the second round of the Prague Open.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 12 Jul 2010 | 12:48 pm Mixed review for South Africa's CupWas South Africa the right place for the World Cup?Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 12 Jul 2010 | 11:49 am
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