Lakers guard Kobe Bryant did not attend the team's first practice after the All-Star break on Tuesday and his status for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves is "unknown at this time," according to a team spokesman.ESPN.com (338 unread)
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Kobe sent for MRI after suffering broken nose
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 7:08pm EST by Dave McMenamin
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Lakers guard Kobe Bryant did not attend the team's first practice after the All-Star break on Tuesday and his status for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves is "unknown at this time," according to a team spokesman.
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Mizzou, A&M to pay $12.4M each to exit Big 12
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 6:20pm EST by David Ubben
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Missouri and Texas A&M's price tag for leaving the Big 12 will be $12.41 million, the conference announced on Tuesday.
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Wade apologizes to Kobe for All-Star Game foul
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 5:26pm EST by Tom Haberstroh
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Dwyane Wade says he apologized to Kobe Bryant during Sunday's All-Star Game after seeing he had drawn blood with a hard foul against the Los Angeles Lakers' star.
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Valentine lauds Varitek for going after A-Rod
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 5:08pm EST by Gordon Edes
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Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine took subtle jabs at A-Rod and Derek Jeter.
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Manningham now 50-50 on return to Giants
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 4:24pm EST by Ohm Youngmisuk
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Mario Manningham insists that he never said there was a "75 percent" chance he is leaving in free agency and that he wants to remain a New York Giant.
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Collector in Braun case says he followed rules
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 4:23pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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A man identifying himself as the collector who took Ryan Braun's urine samples last fall said he followed the same protocol with the Brewers slugger as he had with hundreds of previous samples.
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NFL season to start on Wednesday due to DNC
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 4:20pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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The NFL will kick off its season on Wednesday, Sept. 5 instead of the traditional Thursday night start to avoid a conflict with a scheduled speech by President Barack Obama on Sept. 6 at the Democratic National Convention.
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Mattingly: Dodgers are Yanks of LA, not Angels
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 4:07pm EST by Tony Jackson
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Don Mattingly said the Dodgers are still the team in Los Angeles, despite the Angels' moves.
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Rams exec: Team willing to deal No. 2 pick
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 4:00pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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The St. Louis Rams are willing to trade the second overall pick of the April draft.
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Sabbath conflict ends hoop dream at Jewish HS
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 3:54pm EST by Randy Jennings
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A Houston Jewish basketball team's appeal to change a high school state semifinal game time that conflicted with the Sabbath was denied.
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Kenseth finally wins wet, fiery Daytona 500
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 3:33pm EST by Associated Press
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Matt Kenseth has won his second Daytona 500, holding off Dale Earnhardt Jr. to end one of the more bizarre races in NASCAR history.
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Haney: Tiger's pursuit of Nicklaus took a toll
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 3:17pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Tiger Woods' quest to break Jack Nicklaus' record of 18 major championships weighed heavily on the former world No. 1 golfer, his former swing coach, Hank Haney, said in a book excerpt released Tuesday.
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Burress says he'd love to join Eagles, QB Vick
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 2:52pm EST by Rich Cimini
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The Philadelphia Eagles were anything but a "Dream Team" last season, but they're Plaxico Burress' dream team now.
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O'Neil: Draymond Green's love affair with Michigan State started early
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 2:03pm EST by Dana O'Neil
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Draymond Green's love affair with Michigan State started when he was 2 years old. But his road to East Lansing wasn't always an easy one.
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Jackets' Nash knows fans might reject him
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 1:55pm EST by Associated Press
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After spending nine seasons as the face of a losing franchise, Rick Nash is now uncertain of the reaction from fans who have idolized him but now might see him as just another opportunist.
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Mavs' Odom won't return for at least 2 games
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 1:32pm EST by Jeff Caplan
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Lamar Odom will miss at least the next two games as he remains away from the team to tend to a family matter, Dallas Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle said Tuesday.
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Nets coach: Cuban, Mavs could steal Williams
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 12:59pm EST by Tim MacMahon
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Nets coach Avery Johnson thinks the Mavericks will be a threat to take Deron Williams when he becomes a free agent.
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Source: Red Sox's Varitek will retire Thursday
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 12:59pm EST by ESPNBoston.com
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Longtime Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek will announce his retirement on Thursday, according to the Boston Globe.
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Astros move Myers from rotation to closer role
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 12:53pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Brett Myers, who started 66 of the 67 games in which he played during his first two seasons with the Houston Astros, will be the team's closer this year.
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Driver, Navratilova on 'Dancing With the Stars'
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 10:10am EST by ESPN.com news services
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Packers wide receiver Donald Driver and 18-time Grand Slam singles champion tennis player Martina Navratilova are joining Urkel on "Dancing With the Stars."
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Stewart, Kenseth win Daytona qualifying races
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 7:51pm EST by Associated Press
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Tony Stewart and Matt Kenseth have won the qualifying races for the Daytona 500.
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MVP Braun wins appeal of 50-game suspension
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 7:46pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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National League MVP Ryan Braun's 50-game suspension has been overturned by baseball arbitrator Shyam Das.
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Watney ousts Tiger in Match Play second round
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 7:46pm EST by Associated Press
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Tiger Woods had a 5-foot birdie putt to extend the match, and Nick Watney already was thinking about how to play the next hole. He had his yardage book out, trying to decide whether 3-wood was the right club to hit off the first tee.
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Steelers GM determined to keep WR Wallace
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 7:37pm EST by Jamison Hensley
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Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert sounds determined to keep big-play wide receiver Mike Wallace, one of the top restricted free agents in the NFL.
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Steelers GM determined to keep WR Wallace
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 7:37pm EST by Jamison Hensley
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Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert sounds determined to keep big-play wide receiver Mike Wallace, one of the top restricted free agents in the NFL.
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Sources: Teams talk to Rams about No. 2 pick
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 7:26pm EST by Adam Schefter
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Multiple teams already have had preliminary discussions with St. Louis about the possibility of trading for the St. Louis Rams' second overall pick, according to league sources.
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Broncos' Fox: No rift amid Tebow, Quinn
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 5:36pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Broncos coach John Fox says Brady Quinn's apology to Tim Tebow shows the two have a close relationship
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Duerson's family sues NFL over safety's suicide
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 5:18pm EST by Associated Press
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The family of former Chicago Bears player Dave Duerson filed a wrongful death suit against the NFL on Thursday, claiming the league didn't do enough to prevent or treat the concussions that severely damaged his brain before he killed himself last year.
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Duerson's family sues NFL over safety's suicide
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 5:18pm EST by Associated Press
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The family of former Chicago Bears player Dave Duerson filed a wrongful death suit against the NFL on Thursday, claiming the league didn't do enough to prevent or treat the concussions that severely damaged his brain before he killed himself last year.
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'Manning to Miami': Billboard, site launched
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 5:01pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Miami Dolphins fans want the team to acquire Peyton Manning, and they're using a billboard and website to campaign.
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'Manning to Miami': Billboard, site launched
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 5:01pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Miami Dolphins fans want the team to acquire Peyton Manning, and they're using a billboard and website to campaign.
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Source: Oswalt willing to join team midseason
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 4:42pm EST by Jerry Crasnick
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After waiting until spring training and failing to land a job to his satisfaction, free agent pitcher Roy Oswalt has told major league clubs that he might pull a Roger Clemens and return midseason, according to a baseball source.
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Source: Oswalt willing to join team midseason
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 4:42pm EST by Jerry Crasnick
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After waiting until spring training and failing to land a job to his satisfaction, free agent pitcher Roy Oswalt has told major league clubs that he might pull a Roger Clemens and return midseason, according to a baseball source.
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Red Sox's Jenks had life-threatening back issue
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 4:14pm EST by Joe McDonald
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Red Sox reliever Bobby Jenks feared for his life when faced with emergency back surgery.
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Red Sox's Jenks had life-threatening back issue
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 4:14pm EST by Joe McDonald
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Red Sox reliever Bobby Jenks feared for his life when faced with emergency back surgery.
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Jets tweak Ferguson contract to free cap space
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 4:01pm EST by Ohm Youngmisuk
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The New York Jets have begun the process of creating more salary cap flexibility by restructuring left tackle D'Brickashaw Ferguson's contract.
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Jets tweak Ferguson contract to free cap space
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 4:01pm EST by Ohm Youngmisuk
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The New York Jets have begun the process of creating more salary cap flexibility by restructuring left tackle D'Brickashaw Ferguson's contract.
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Donovan, Dempsey lead U.S. roster vs. Italy
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 1:15pm EST by Associated Press
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Landon Donovan and Clint Dempsey are on the U.S. national team roster for next week's exhibition game at Italy and could play together for the first time since Jurgen Klinsmann was hired as coach last summer.
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Donovan, Dempsey lead U.S. roster vs. Italy
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 1:15pm EST by Associated Press
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Landon Donovan and Clint Dempsey are on the U.S. national team roster for next week's exhibition game at Italy and could play together for the first time since Jurgen Klinsmann was hired as coach last summer.
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Pirates president faces 4 DUI-related charges
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 12:56pm EST by Associated Press
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Pittsburgh Pirates president Frank Coonelly faces four drunken driving-related charges after an incident on Dec. 22 in suburban Pittsburgh.
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Pirates president faces 4 DUI-related charges
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 12:56pm EST by Associated Press
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Pittsburgh Pirates president Frank Coonelly faces four drunken driving-related charges after an incident on Dec. 22 in suburban Pittsburgh.
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Lakers prevail late in seesaw game with Mavs
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 3:42am EST by Associated Press
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Andrew Bynum had 19 points and 14 rebounds as the Los Angeles Lakers hit the halfway point of their season with a 96-91 victory over the defending NBA champion Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night.
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Source: Pack, Finley reach 2-year, $15M deal
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 2:57am EST by ESPN.com news services
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The Green Bay Packers reached an agreement with tight end Jermichael Finley on a 2-year, $15 million deal, a league source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter.
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Lin braces for Heat's D, won't change approach
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 1:53am EST by Ian Begley
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Jeremy Lin insists he won't change his approach against LeBron James when his New York Knicks take the court against the Miami Heat on Thursday night.
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Celtics' Rondo replaces Hawks' Johnson in ASG
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 1:00am EST by ESPN.com news services
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Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo will take Joe Johnson's spot on the Eastern Conference roster at this year's All-Star Game after being named an injury replacement Tuesday by NBA commissioner David Stern.
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Lin, Knicks stay hot, cruise past listless Hawks
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 12:03am EST by Associated Press
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Jeremy Lin had an easy night ahead of his toughest opponent yet, and the New York Knicks tuned up for their trip to Miami by beating the Atlanta Hawks 99-82 on Wednesday night.
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Rangers' Ryan: OF Hamilton has club's support
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 11:12pm EST by Richard Durrett
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Texas Rangers CEO Nolan Ryan says that Josh Hamilton must face his issues head-on and that he has the support of the organization.
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Bulls' Rose says he would never push for trade
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 11:04pm EST by Jon Greenberg
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Derrick Rose's back is letting him play basketball again, and that despite reports, he's not looking to add any general manager responsibilities to his on-court workload.
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Tiger Woods rallies to win Match Play 1st round
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 10:58pm EST by Farrell Evans
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Battling a severe cold, Tiger Woods beat Gonzalo Fernandez-Castano 1 up in the first round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Dove Mountain.
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UFC's White: Mayweather 'racist' for Lin tweets
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 9:34pm EST by Franklin McNeil
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UFC president Dana White called WBC welterweight champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. a racist Tuesday night for comments the boxer made recently about New York Knicks point guard Jeremy Lin.
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Sources: Temple in talks about joining Big East
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 9:06pm EST by Andrea Adelson
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Temple is in talks with the Big East about joining the conference as early as 2012, sources confirmed Wednesday. The New York Times first reported on the discussions to add Temple in all sports.
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Knicks guard Shumpert out of dunk contest
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 8:53pm EST by Ian Begley
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Due to a left knee injury, New York Knicks rookie Iman Shumpert will not participate in the NBA's Slam Dunk contest this weekend. He will be replaced by Utah Jazz forward Jeremy Evans.
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Magic: Kobe needs to sit down with Jim Buss
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 8:29pm EST by Dave McMenamin
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Players meetings are fine, but Magic Johnson thinks the Los Angeles Lakers need Kobe Bryant to sit down with management to address some issues.
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Pujols objects to Angels' 'El Hombre' billboards
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 8:21pm EST by Mark Saxon
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Albert Pujols is objecting to the Angels "El Hombre" ads.
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Phils' Howard takes 1st BP since Achilles injury
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 6:39pm EST by Jayson Stark
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Ryan Howard took live batting practice for the first time since he tore his left Achilles tendon while making the final out of the Philadelphia Phillies' season-ending 1-0 loss to St. Louis last postseason.
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Lunardi: Michigan lifts Spartans to top line
Posted: February 20th, 2012, 12:24pm EST by Joe Lunardi
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With help from the Wolverines, Michigan State jumps Kansas and earns a No. 1 seed
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Melo chafes at selfish label, still wants last shot
Posted: February 16th, 2012, 5:49am EST by Mike Mazzeo
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New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony disagrees with the widespread notion that he's "a selfish player."
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Melo chafes at selfish label, still wants last shot
Posted: February 16th, 2012, 5:49am EST by Mike Mazzeo
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New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony disagrees with the widespread notion that he's "a selfish player."
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Lin, Knicks rout Kings, pick up 7th straight win
Posted: February 16th, 2012, 5:24am EST by Associated Press
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Jeremy Lin put aside his record-setting scoring to hand out a career-best 13 assists, and the New York Knicks got back to .500 with their seventh straight victory, 100-85 over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night.
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Lin, Knicks rout Kings, pick up 7th straight win
Posted: February 16th, 2012, 5:24am EST by Associated Press
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Jeremy Lin put aside his record-setting scoring to hand out a career-best 13 assists, and the New York Knicks got back to .500 with their seventh straight victory, 100-85 over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night.
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Lots of Linterest: Obama, Stern tracking PG
Posted: February 16th, 2012, 2:15am EST by ESPNNewYork.com
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President Barack Obama and commissioner David Stern are enjoying Jeremy Lin's success.
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Source: Clippers, Knicks eye ex-Nugget Smith
Posted: February 16th, 2012, 1:58am EST by Ramona Shelburne
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J.R. Smith currently lists the New York Knicks, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Orlando Magic, Chicago Bulls and Indiana Pacers as teams he is considering on his Twitter page. However, the Knicks and Clippers appear to be the frontrunners.
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Ex-Cap: Ovechkin must shed 'rock star status'
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 11:41pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Washington superstar Alex Ovechkin is in the midst of a down year, and former Capitals goaltender Olaf Kolzig suggests the captain is too wrapped up in his "rock star status."
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Ex-Cap: Ovechkin must shed 'rock star status'
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 11:41pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Washington superstar Alex Ovechkin is in the midst of a down year, and former Capitals goaltender Olaf Kolzig suggests the captain is too wrapped up in his "rock star status."
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TCU football players arrested in drug sweep
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 11:39pm EST by Richard Durrett
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Four TCU football players were arrested in a drug sweep on and around campus on Wednesday.
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TCU football players arrested in drug sweep
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 11:39pm EST by Richard Durrett
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Four TCU football players were arrested in a drug sweep on and around campus on Wednesday.
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Rangers' Hamilton: I'm undergoing 'makeover'
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 10:29pm EST by Richard Durrett
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Texas Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton said Wednesday that he's committed to figuring out why he had another alcohol relapse and is undergoing what he called a "Josh Hamilton makeover."
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Rangers' Hamilton: I'm undergoing 'makeover'
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 10:29pm EST by Richard Durrett
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Texas Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton said Wednesday that he's committed to figuring out why he had another alcohol relapse and is undergoing what he called a "Josh Hamilton makeover."
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Tebow working on mechanics with UCLA OC
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 9:09pm EST by Peter Yoon
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Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow has been in Los Angeles working on his throwing mechanics with new UCLA offensive coordinator Noel Mazzone.
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Gwynn: I'm 'ahead of schedule' after surgery
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 8:54pm EST by Tom Friend
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Tony Gwynn's cancer surgery was deemed a success Wednesday, after five doctors spent 14 hours removing a malignant tumor from the Hall of Famer's right cheek Tuesday.
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Gwynn: I'm 'ahead of schedule' after surgery
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 8:54pm EST by Tom Friend
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Tony Gwynn's cancer surgery was deemed a success Wednesday, after five doctors spent 14 hours removing a malignant tumor from the Hall of Famer's right cheek Tuesday.
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Bucs cut DT Haynesworth, save $7.2M cap hit
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 7:18pm EST by Pat Yasinskas
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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers announced Wednesday they have released veteran defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth.
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Tirico, Gruden duo to call MNF games in 2012
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 6:47pm EST by ESPN.com
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For just the sixth time in its 42-year history on television, "Monday Night Football" next season will feature a two-person broadcast team.
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Tirico, Gruden duo to call MNF games in 2012
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 6:47pm EST by ESPN.com
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For just the sixth time in its 42-year history on television, "Monday Night Football" next season will feature a two-person broadcast team.
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Lakers' World Peace, Brown meet to clear air
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 6:44pm EST by Dave McMenamin
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Lakers head coach Mike Brown and starting small forward Metta World Peace had a clear-the-air meeting following Tuesday's shootaround to address media reports that had surfaced in the last several days that pointed to a rift.
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Bobby V on Sox regimen: No one likes change
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 6:25pm EST by ESPNBoston.com
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Bobby Valentine: Red Sox spring training regimen met with 'frowning.'
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Bobby V on Sox regimen: No one likes change
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 6:25pm EST by ESPNBoston.com
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Bobby Valentine: Red Sox spring training regimen met with 'frowning.'
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Report: Manning had 4th procedure in '11
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 6:25pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning had a fourth medical procedure on his neck last year, SI.com reported Wednesday, citing NFL sources.
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Report: Manning had 4th procedure in '11
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 6:25pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning had a fourth medical procedure on his neck last year, SI.com reported Wednesday, citing NFL sources.
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Awww ... Sanchez asks Holmes to be valentine
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 4:09pm EST by Rich Cimini
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Showing a sense of humor as he attempts to repair his fractured relationship with his No. 1 receiver, Mark Sanchez tweeted a valentine to Santonio Holmes late Tuesday night.
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Kiper: 2012 NFL Mock Draft 2.0
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 3:15pm EST by Mel Kiper
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A number of new faces dot the board, with the combine still to come
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Kiper: 2012 NFL Mock Draft 2.0
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 3:15pm EST by Mel Kiper
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A number of new faces dot the board, with the combine still to come
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Report: Lin moving from couch to apartment
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 6:59am EST by Ian Begley
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Jeremy Lin is moving to a swanky apartment in a suburb of New York City, according to a report in the New York Daily News.
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Lin hits game-winning 3 as Knicks top Raptors
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 6:57am EST by Associated Press
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Jeremy Lin made a tiebreaking 3-pointer with less than a second to play to cap his finishing flurry of six straight points, and the Knicks rallied to beat the Raptors 90-87 Tuesday night, extending their winning streak to six games.
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Heat rout Pacers for 3rd road win in last 3 days
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 3:46am EST by Associated Press
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LeBron James scored 23 points and Dwyane Wade added 16 Tuesday, leading Miami to a 105-90 rout at Indiana to become the first NBA team in 33 years to win three road games in three days.
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Pekingese wins best in show at Westminster
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 3:32am EST by Associated Press
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The crowd at Madison Square Garden grew louder with every tiny step Malachy took, and he sure took a lot of them just to get halfway around the dog show ring.
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TCU to open Big 12 football schedule Sept. 15
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 2:03am EST by ESPN.com news services
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The Big 12 released its football schedule for the 2012 season, with West Virginia on it.
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Coroner: Lax player died of trauma, not booze
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 2:00am EST by Associated Press
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A coroner and other doctors testified Tuesday at the murder trial of a former University of Virginia lacrosse player that his ex-girlfriend died of injuries caused by blunt-force trauma and that alcohol and a prescription drug she ingested didn't play a r
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Gwynn having tumor removed from his mouth
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 1:51am EST by Tom Friend
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Tony Gwynn, the Hall of Fame outfielder who 18 months ago blamed smokeless tobacco for a malignant growth inside his right cheek, was scheduled to have surgery Monday to remove a new cancerous tumor in the same spot.
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Red Wings win NHL-record 21 straight at home
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 12:21am EST by Associated Press
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The Detroit Red Wings won an NHL-record 21st straight home game, beating the Dallas Stars 3-1 on Tuesday night.
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Shaq: Howard leaving Magic would be 'travesty'
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 10:53pm EST by Associated Press
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Shaquille O'Neal said Tuesday it would be a "travesty" if Dwight Howard leaves the Orlando Magic.
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Irsay: Peyton talk in next week, return on QB
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 8:45pm EST by John Clayton
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Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay plans to meet with quarterback Peyton Manning within the next week but is leaving the door open for Manning's return to the Colts.
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Bruins' Marchand: Too drunk for DVD interview
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 8:40pm EST by ESPNBoston.com
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Brad Marchand says he was too drunk to be interviewed for the Bruins' commemorative DVD.
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Sources: Yanks push back on Burnett offer
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 8:30pm EST by Wallace Matthews
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The Yankees and Pirates are still talking about an A.J. Burnett trade, but New York may want a better deal.
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Report: Maddon, Rays reach 3-year extension
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 5:21pm EST by Associated Press
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A person familiar with the deal says manager Joe Maddon has agreed to a three-year contract extension with the Tampa Bay Rays.
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King: Four weeks until March Madness begins
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 5:06pm EST by Jason King
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There are only four weeks until the start of March Madness. What can we expect from now until then?
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Falcons' White rips Goodell's reported salary
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 12:32pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Roger Goodell reportedly will make $20 million per season by the end of his current contract. That figure set off Falcons receiver Roddy White, who posted his displeasure Monday at the commissioner's salary on his Twitter account.
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Mayweather: Lin in spotlight for race, not play
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 10:35am EST by Ian Begley
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Boxer Floyd Mayweather believes that Knicks point guard Jeremy Lin is getting national attention because of race, not his exceptional play.
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BC beats BU in OT for 3rd Beanpot title in row
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 10:31am EST by Brion O'Connor
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The Boston College Eagles hit the trifecta Monday night, edging crosstown rival Boston University 3-2 on Bill Arnold's sudden-death strike with 6.4 seconds left in overtime to win their third straight Beanpot crown.
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Melo close to returning, can coexist with Lin
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 10:30am EST by Ian Begley
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Carmelo Anthony could return this week and he likes the idea of playing with Jeremy Lin.
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Dirk's late push helps Mavs hold off Clippers
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 10:27am EST by Associated Press
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Dirk Nowitzki scored 22 points, 11 in the final 6-plus minutes, Shawn Marion added 16, and the Mavericks held on to beat the Clippers 96-92 on Monday night.
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The Mag: NASCAR's struggle of Good vs. Evil
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 10:22am EST by Ryan McGee
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Sponsors expect drivers to reflect All-American values, but NASCAR fans want boys to be boys
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Bulls' GM: No structural damage to Rose's back
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 10:18am EST by Nick Friedell
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Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose saw a back specialist on Monday who confirmed MRI results that there is no structural damage to Rose's back, according to general manager Gar Forman.
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WVU settles with Big East, clear to join Big 12
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 10:15am EST by ESPN.com news services
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West Virginia University says it has settled a lawsuit with the Big East conference for an unspecified amount, clearing the way for the Mountaineers to join the Big 12 in July.
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Former Dolphins, 49ers receiver Solomon dies
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 9:34am EST by ESPN.com news services
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Freddie Solomon, the former Miami Dolphins and 49ers wide receiver who became known as "Fabulous Freddie" and committed himself to community service, has died. He was 59.
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No. 2 Syracuse uses late run to halt Louisville
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 12:15am EST by Associated Press
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C.J. Fair scored 13 points and No. 2 Syracuse scored the final six points of the game to beat No. 19 Louisville 52-51 on Monday night, snapping a seven-game losing streak against the Cardinals.
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Mountain West, C-USA to form new conference
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 8:33pm EST by Andy Katz
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The Mountain West and Conference USA will announce a newly named conference in what is being termed a new association, not a merger of the remaining existing members.
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UVa lax trial: Love showed signs of suffocation
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 7:31pm EST by Associated Press
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A University of Virginia lacrosse player found dead in her bedroom in May 2010 showed signs of suffocation and had a potentially lethal neck injury, the coroner who performed her autopsy testified Monday at her ex-boyfriend's murder trial.
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Stoudemire returns to NY after brother's death
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 3:00pm EST by Ian Begley
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Amare Stoudemire returned to the New York Knicks on Monday after the death of his brother.
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A's to sign Cuban OF Cespedes to 4-year deal
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 2:58pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Cuban outfielder Yoenis Cespedes has agreed to a four-year, $36 million deal with the Oakland Athletics, sources told ESPN The Magazine's Buster Olney on Monday.
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Sources: MWC forms new league with C-USA
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 2:53pm EST by Andy Katz
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The Mountain West and Conference USA will announce a newly named conference in what is being termed a new association, not a merger of the remaining existing members, according to multiple sources.
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Duke, Kansas climb into coaches' poll top five
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 2:41pm EST by ESPN.com
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Road wins last week against nationally-ranked opponents helped Duke and Kansas jump five places each into the top five of the ESPN/USA Today coaches' Top 25 on Monday.
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Tevez says he's ready for Man City return
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 2:36pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Carlos Tevez will return to Manchester City and will be in shape to play in two weeks, he said Monday.
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Ortiz, Red Sox agree to deal before arbitration
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 2:29pm EST by ESPNBoston.com
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David Ortiz has agreed to a deal with the Boston Red Sox, avoiding an arbitration hearing scheduled for later Monday.
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5-on-5: How long will Linsanity last?
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 12:52pm EST by ESPN.com and the TrueHoop Network
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5-on-5: How will Melo fit in? Are the Knicks contenders? What's Lin's #NBArank now?
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Zambia returns to heroes' welcome after win
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 12:30pm EST by Associated Press
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With an escort of jet fighters screaming above and tens of thousands of screaming fans on the ground, Zambia's victorious soccer team flew home Monday to a heroes' welcome.
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Source: Ortiz, Red Sox agree before hearing
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 12:10pm EST by ESPNBoston.com
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David Ortiz has agreed to a deal with the Boston Red Sox, avoiding an arbitration hearing scheduled for later Monday, a team source told ESPN The Magazine's Buster Olney.
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Report: Eagles likely to franchise WR Jackson
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 11:59am EST by ESPN.com news services
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The Philadelphia Inquirer, citing unnamed sources, reported Sunday that the Eagles will use their franchise tag on DeSean Jackson if they can't reach a long-term deal with him before March 5, the deadline to use the tag on free agents.
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Tevez ready for return to Man City, agent says
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 11:56am EST by ESPN.com news services
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A representative of Carlos Tevez says the Argentine forward will return to Manchester City on Tuesday after spending nearly three months on unauthorized leave.
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Liverpool sponsor 'disappointed' in conduct
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 11:53am EST by Associated Press
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Liverpool's biggest sponsor criticized the club Monday for its conduct during the fractious Premier League match against Manchester United that was marred by Luis Suarez's refusal to shake hands with Patrice Evra.
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Judge sides with Sandusky on grandkids, jury
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 11:48am EST by Associated Press
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Jerry Sandusky says he's relieved and pleased that a judge is giving him permission to see his grandchildren as he awaits trial on child sex abuse allegations.
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Spoelstra, LeBron impressed with Lin's ascent
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 11:41am EST by Kevin Arnovitz
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When Erik Spoelstra was chosen by the Miami Heat to succeed Pat Riley in 2008, he made history as the first Asian-American coach in the four major North American sports leagues.
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Moss says he wants to play football in 2012
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 11:24am EST by ESPN.com news services
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Monday is Randy Moss' birthday, and he had an announcement to commemorate the occasion: He wants to end his brief retirement and return to professional football in 2012.
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Sources: Lakers hold a workout for Arenas
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 10:54am EST by Dave McMenamin
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While the Lakers were in Toronto on Sunday finishing off their six-game road trip, Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak was holding a private workout for free-agent guard Gilbert Arenas, according to multiple sources.
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Lance runner-up in triathlon; snubbed winner?
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 10:51am EST by ESPN.com news services
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New Zealander Bevan Docherty says he was snubbed by Lance Armstrong after winning the Panama half ironman on Sunday and knocking the seven-time Tour de France winner into second place in his first professional triathlon.
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Mickelson roars past Tiger to win Pebble Beach
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 10:48am EST by Associated Press
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Phil Mickelson rallied from six shots behind to win for the fourth time at Pebble Beach, a final round made even more memorable by the guy in a red shirt who was among the first to congratulate him Sunday on the 18th green.
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Ailing Rose will see back specialist on Monday
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 10:12am EST by Nick Friedell
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Bulls point guard Derrick Rose sat out Sunday afternoon against the Celtics due to ongoing back spasms. He plans to see a specialist in Chicago to address the problem on Monday.
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Cundiff: Ravens supported me after missed FG
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 2:01am EST by Associated Press
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For Ravens kicker Billy Cundiff, the support of his teammates and the lessons learned from his Midwestern upbringing have helped keep the biggest miss of his career in perspective.
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Wings win record-tying 20 straight at home
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 12:47am EST by Associated Press
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The Detroit Red Wings equaled an NHL record with their 20th straight win at home, beating the Philadelphia Flyers 4-3 Sunday night on the strength of Johan Franzen's tiebreaking goal early in the third period.
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Canseco will try out for Mexican League team
Posted: February 12th, 2012, 10:50pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Former MLB All-Star Jose Canseco will try out with the Quintana Roo Tigers of the Mexican League, the team announced Sunday.
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Sources: Yanks, Pirates work on Burnett trade
Posted: February 12th, 2012, 2:07pm EST by Buster Olney and Andrew Marchand
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The Pittsburgh Pirates and New York Yankees have a framework in place for a possible A.J. Burnett deal and were working through conditions in that framework Sunday, according to baseball sources.
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Kearney gets 15th straight WC moguls victory
Posted: February 12th, 2012, 1:40pm EST by Associated Press
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American Hannah Kearney won her 15th straight World Cup moguls event Sunday, breaking downhill great Ingemar Stenmark's all-discipline record for consecutive FIS World Cup victories.
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Suarez sorry for refusing to shake Evra's hand
Posted: February 12th, 2012, 1:36pm EST by Associated Press
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Luis Suarez apologized Sunday for refusing to shake hands with Patrice Evra while Liverpool criticized its player for the first time in this protracted racism dispute that has tarnished the reputation of one of England's storied clubs.
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American teen Korda wins Australian Open title
Posted: February 12th, 2012, 1:27pm EST by Associated Press
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Jessica Korda broke out her father's trademark scissor-kick celebration Sunday when she won the Women's Australian Open at Royal Melbourne for her first LPGA Tour title.
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Morgan's 2 late goals spark U.S. women to win
Posted: February 12th, 2012, 9:32am EST by Associated Press
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Alex Morgan tied it in the 88th minute and added the winner just before the final whistle in stoppage time to give the U.S. women's soccer team a dramatic 2-1 victory over New Zealand on Saturday in a chilly exhibition game at FC Dallas Stadium.
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Lin leads Knicks by Wolves to fifth straight win
Posted: February 12th, 2012, 1:06am EST by Associated Press
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Jeremy Lin hit a free throw with 4.9 seconds left to overcome a dreadful second half and lift the New York Knicks to their fifth straight victory, 100-98, over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night.
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Spartans turn up D, shut down No. 3 Buckeyes
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 11:52pm EST by Associated Press
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Adreian Payne scored 15 points, Draymond Green added 12 and defense-minded No. 11 Michigan State beat No. 3 Ohio State 58-48 Saturday night, ending the Buckeyes' 39-game home winning streak.
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Source: Rams will hire Falcons' Snead as GM
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 5:49pm EST by Pat Yasinskas
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The St. Louis Rams will hire Falcons director of player personnel Les Snead as their new general manager, a league source confirmed to ESPN.com on Saturday.
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No. 5 UNC bounces back with romp vs. Virginia
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 3:26pm EST by Associated Press
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Tyler Zeller had 25 points and nine rebounds to help No. 5 North Carolina beat Virginia (No. 20 ESPN/USA Today, No. 19 AP) on Saturday 70-52.
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Steelers don't plan to keep Ward, report says
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 3:20pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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The Pittsburgh Steelers, with a Hines Ward roster-bonus deadline fast approaching, have decided not to keep the veteran receiver, the NFL Network has reported, citing unnamed sources.
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Bengals LB Maualuga facing assault charges
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 2:54pm EST by Associated Press
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Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Rey Maualuga has been charged with assault stemming from a downtown Cincinnati bar incident.
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Lipscomb dismisses top 3-point shooter in D-I
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 2:47pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Lipscomb has dismissed Jordan Burgason, the nation's leading 3-point shooter at 52.6 percent, and kicked the senior guard out of the school for what the university is calling a violation of team rules.
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Rooney's 2 goals lift Man United past Liverpool
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 2:47pm EST by Associated Press
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Wayne Rooney scored twice as Manchester United beat Liverpool 2-1 in an ill-tempered match Saturday to provisionally move to the top of the Premier League.
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Tapes: NFL rejected Nixon's blackout proposal
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 2:46pm EST by Associated Press
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The NFL, which is trying to maintain its TV blackout of home games that don't sell out, missed an opportunity 40 years ago to preserve an even more restrictive policy when it rebuffed an effort by President Richard Nixon to lift the hometown blackout just
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Doubles win clinches U.S. sweep of Switzerland
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 2:21pm EST by Associated Press
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The United States swept favored Switzerland out of the Davis Cup on Saturday when Mardy Fish and Mike Bryan beat Roger Federer and Stanislas Wawrinka 4-6, 6-3, 6-3, 6-3.
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Nadal gets doping test amid TV controversy
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 11:50am EST by Associated Press
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Rafael Nadal says he underwent a surprise drug test toward the end of a week in which the Spaniard was the butt of jokes by a French TV program about his country's alleged ties to doping.
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Nadal's drug test makes waves via French TV
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 7:44am EST by Associated Press
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Rafael Nadal says he underwent a surprise drug test toward the end of a week in which the Spaniard was the butt of jokes made by a French TV program about his country's alleged ties to doping.
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Wade, Bosh power Heat past hapless Wizards
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 7:29am EST by Associated Press
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Dwyane Wade scored 26 points, Chris Bosh had 24 points and 11 rebounds, and LeBron James tallied 18 points and nine assists and the Miami Heat topped the Washington Wizards 106-89 Friday night.
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Lin scores career-high 38 as Knicks top Lakers
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 3:04am EST by ESPN.com news services
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Jeremy Lin had the most astounding performance of his remarkable week, scoring a career-high 38 points and outdueling Kobe Bryant as the New York Knicks held off the Los Angeles Lakers 92-85 on Friday night.
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Bradley signs contract to fight Pacquiao in June
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 1:08am EST by Dan Rafael
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Junior welterweight titleholder Timothy Bradley Jr. signed a contract to challenge welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao on June 9 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
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Nowitzki, Mavs edge Wolves in Love's return
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 12:35am EST by Associated Press
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Dirk Nowitzki welcomed Kevin Love back from his two-game suspension with a season-high 33 points and helping the Dallas Mavericks stave off a Minnesota rally with 104-97 victory over the Timberwolves on Friday.
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Marlins' Ozzie: It's 'gambling' to sign Cespedes
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 11:40pm EST by ESPNChicago.com
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New Marlins manager Ozzie Guillen calls Yoenis Cespedes "pretty impressive," but he said it's no slam dunk that the Cuban defector ends up in Miami.
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Source: Gronkowski has surgery on ankle
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 11:06pm EST by ESPNBoston.com
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Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski had ankle surgery, according to a source.
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Ex-Pitt coach Haywood has charges dropped
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 10:15pm EST by Associated Press
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An Indiana judge has dismissed a domestic battery charge against former Notre Dame offensive coordinator Michael Haywood, who served briefly as Pittsburgh's head football coach before the case led to his firing.
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Judge hears Sandusky motions on jury, visits
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 10:15pm EST by Associated Press
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Former Penn State assistant coach Jerry Sandusky's request for greater freedom of movement and visits from his grandchildren was taken under advisement by a judge Friday, but prosecutors countered that Sandusky's home isn't a safe place for children.
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Tiger struggles, hoping to shoot 'a low one'
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 9:28pm EST by Bob Harig
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While Tiger Woods struggled to get approach shots close to the hole or putts to drop -- or both -- it was Phil Mickelson who made a nice run up the leaderboard, shooting a 5-under-par 65 at Monterey Peninsula Country Club on Friday.
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Isner stuns Federer to pad U.S. lead vs. Swiss
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 8:29pm EST by Associated Press
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John Isner jolted Roger Federer with his big serve and booming groundstrokes Friday, winning 4-6, 6-3, 7-6 (4), 6-2 to give the United States a 2-0 lead against Switzerland in the first round of the Davis Cup.
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NCAA turns down UConn's APR waiver request
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 7:33pm EST by Associated Press
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Connecticut 's request for a waiver to play in the 2012-13 postseason has been denied by the NCAA, the school said Friday.
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Source: Youkilis gets engaged to Brady's sister
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 6:02pm EST by ESPNBoston.com
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Boston Red Sox third baseman Kevin Youkilis is engaged to marry the sister of New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, according to a Red Sox team source.
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Arsenal's Henry will return to Red Bulls on time
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 9:42am EST by Associated Press
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Thierry Henry is heading back to the New York Red Bulls on time after all.
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Report: WVU, Big East agree to end legal fight
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 2:39am EST by ESPN.com news services
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The Big East and West Virginia reached a settlement Thursday night that ends their bitter legal hostilities over the Mountaineers' plans to quit the conference, according to a newspaper report.
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Gasol, Lakers swat Celtics, snap losing streak
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 2:29am EST by Associated Press
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Pau Gasol blocked Ray Allen's putback attempt at the buzzer in overtime and the Los Angeles Lakers held on to beat the Boston Celtics 88-87 on Thursday night.
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Jefferson: Play calls hurt LSU in BCS title game
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 2:18am EST by ESPN.com news services
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LSU quarterback Jordan Jefferson believes the reason the Tigers suffered the first shutout in BCS title game history, losing to Alabama in a 21-0 rout on Jan. 9, is because of the offensive game plan.
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Lakers plan to retire Shaq's No. 34 next season
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 2:05am EST by Dave McMenamin
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Shaquille O'Neal will always have a special place in the hearts of Los Angeles Lakers fans for being named Finals MVP in all three of the Lakers' championships from 2000-02 . Starting next season he'll also have a permanent place at Staples Center.
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Giants star Cruz makes play for higher pay
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 1:33am EST by Ohm Youngmisuk
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Giants receiver Victor Cruz says he eventually hopes to be given a raise for leading the team in receiving with 82 receptions for 1,536 yards and nine touchdowns.
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Tenn. St. halts Murray State's unbeaten run
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 12:56am EST by Associated Press
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Robert Covington had 17 points and eight rebounds to lead Tennessee State to a 72-68 victory over Murray State (No. 7 ESPN/USA Today, No. 9 AP) on Thursday night, handing the Racers their first loss of the season.
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Diaz tests positive for marijuana after title loss
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 11:47pm EST by Franklin McNeil
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Welterweight contender Nick Diaz tested positive for marijuana after his interim title bout loss Saturday night to Carlos Condit, Nevada State Athletic Commission executive director Keith Kizer revealed Thursday.
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Three tied at Pebble Beach; Tiger five back
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 10:22pm EST by Associated Press
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Dustin Johnson pitched in for eagle on the third hole at Pebble Beach to get a small measure of revenge. He wound up with a 9-under 63, and part of a three-way atop the leaderboard in the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am.
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Nowitzki, Pierce headline NBA All-Star reserves
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 9:32pm EST by Associated Press
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Dirk Nowitzki and Paul Pierce overcame slow starts to return to the All-Star game, but the lengthy runs of Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan are over.
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Rockets GM regrets cutting Knicks PG Lin
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 9:04pm EST by Ian Begley
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Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey regrets letting go of New York Knicks point guard Jeremy Lin.
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Raiders cut CB Routt one year after extension
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 8:56pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Less than one year ago, Al Davis made Stanford Routt one of the cornerstones of the Oakland Raiders' defense with a lavish contract that kept him from free agency.
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Law: Top 100 MLB prospects of 2012 (1-25)
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 2:22pm EST by Keith Law
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Mike Trout and Bryce Harper come out on top for the second straight year
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Law: Top 100 MLB prospects of 2012 (1-25)
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 2:22pm EST by Keith Law
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Mike Trout and Bryce Harper come out on top for the second straight year
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Michigan Stadium to host Wings-Leafs Classic
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 2:11pm EST by Associated Press
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Next year's Winter Classic could set an attendance record.
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Lance happy federal investigation has ended
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 2:00pm EST by Associated Press
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Lance Armstrong is relieved the federal investigation into doping allegations against him has ended, and says he always stayed confident he would not be charged.
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Lance happy federal investigation has ended
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 2:00pm EST by Associated Press
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Lance Armstrong is relieved the federal investigation into doping allegations against him has ended, and says he always stayed confident he would not be charged.
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Belichick call: 'Make them go to Manningham'
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 1:39pm EST by ESPNBoston.com
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Audio released by the NFL reveals that Bill Belichick dared the Giants to throw to Mario Manningham.
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Belichick call: 'Make them go to Manningham'
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 1:39pm EST by ESPNBoston.com
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Audio released by the NFL reveals that Bill Belichick dared the Giants to throw to Mario Manningham.
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Oil Can Boyd admits cocaine use during career
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 12:46pm EST by ESPNBoston.com
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"Oil Can" Boyd admits he was under the influence of cocaine during "two-thirds" of his games.
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Oil Can Boyd admits cocaine use during career
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 12:46pm EST by ESPNBoston.com
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"Oil Can" Boyd admits he was under the influence of cocaine during "two-thirds' of his games.
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LeBron: No Perkins apology, tired of blame
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 12:32pm EST by Brian Windhorst and Tom Haberstroh
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LeBron James will not be apologizing to Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins for tweeting about Blake Griffin's dunk over Perkins last week. And while he's at it, he's tired of getting blamed for things that he doesn't feel are his fault.
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England won't rush to find Capello replacement
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 8:41am EST by Associated Press
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The head of the English Football Association says he will not rush to hire Fabio Capello's successor ahead of this year's European Championship.
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England won't rush to find Capello replacement
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 8:41am EST by Associated Press
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The head of the English Football Association says he will not rush to hire Fabio Capello's successor ahead of this year's European Championship.
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Duke rallies, shocks No. 5 N. Carolina at buzzer
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 3:02am EST by Associated Press
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Austin Rivers buried a 3-pointer at the horn to give Duke (No. 9 ESPN/USA Today, No. 10 AP) an 85-84 win over No. 5 North Carolina on Wednesday night.
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Howard's 25 and 24 carry Magic past Heat
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 1:37am EST by Associated Press
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Dwight Howard had 25 points and 24 rebounds, Ryan Anderson scored 27 points and the Orlando Magic hit 17 3-pointers in a 102-89 victory over the Miami Heat on Wednesday night.
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England coach Capello quits over Terry move
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 1:31am EST by Associated Press
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Fabio Capello quit as England's national team coach on Wednesday just four months before the European Championship, angry the Football Association removed John Terry as captain.
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Giants' Jacobs apologizes for Gisele comments
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 12:03am EST by ESPN.com news services
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New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs apologized Wednesday night for telling reporters Tuesday that Gisele Bundchen should "stay cute and shut up."
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Lin, Chandler shine as Knicks handle Wizards
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 11:59pm EST by Associated Press
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Jeremy Lin had 23 points and a career-high 10 assists, and Tyson Chandler scored 25 points and had 11 rebounds to lead the New York Knicks to their third straight win, 107-93 over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night.
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Syracuse edges G'town; Boeheim passes Smith
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 11:49pm EST by Associated Press
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Kris Joseph scored a career-high 29 points, hitting a go-ahead 3-pointer in the final minute of overtime, and No. 2 Syracuse beat Georgetown (No. 11 ESPN/USA Today, No. 12 AP) 64-61 on Wednesday night to give coach Jim Boeheim his 880th career win.
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LeBron: No Perkins apology, tired of blame
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 11:26pm EST by Brian Windhorst and Tom Haberstroh
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LeBron James will not be apologizing to Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins for tweeting about Blake Griffin's dunk over Perkins last week. And while he's at it, he's tired of getting blamed for things that he doesn't feel are his fault.
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Slive: Changes to BCS still couple years away
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 8:26pm EST by Associated Press
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Mike Slive helped propose the plus-one plan to find a national champion in football and says actual change remains a couple years away even if everyone can agree on changes to the Bowl Championship Series.
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UConn proposes own penalties for academics
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 7:40pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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The University of Connecticut has proposed reducing the number of games it will play next season if the NCAA grants a waiver to allow the Huskies to play in the 2013 men's basketball tournament.
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Ex-Pat Harrison: Gronk partying 'not right'
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 6:02pm EST by ESPNBoston.com
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ormer New England Patriots safety Rodney Harrison had some harsh words for tight end Rob Gronkowski on Tuesday.
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Driven Kobe thinks Lakers will 'tweak' team
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 5:22pm EST by Dave McMenamin
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Kobe Bryant thinks the Lakers will make a move to improve the team.
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Knicks expect Stoudemire to return Monday
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 3:54pm EST by ESPNNewYork.com
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Amare Stoudemire is expected to return to the New York Knicks on Monday, the team confirmed.
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Suh ranked fourth on Forbes' most-disliked list
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 1:19pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Lions defensive lineman Ndamukong Suh has seen his reputation with the public turn faster than he can cast aside opposing blockers, according to a poll published in Forbes magazine.
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Baseball Hall to begin drug education program
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 1:15pm EST by Associated Press
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The Baseball Hall of Fame is starting a drug education program for students and young adults -- in the same year Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens and Sammy Sosa will appear on the ballot for the first time after careers tainted by steroid accusations.
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Memphis accepts invitation to join Big East
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 1:09pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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At long last, Memphis is part of the Big East.
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Source: C-USA board to discuss MWC merger
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 12:44pm EST by Andy Katz
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Conference USA's board of directors will meet later this week to discuss the possibility of a full-scale merger with the Mountain West Conference, according to a source with knowledge of the situation.
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Perkins rips LeBron for tweets on Griffin dunk
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 12:34pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Kendrick Perkins can live with being dunked on as part of the game. He can even handle being tweeted about being dunked on. But LeBron James' Twitter reaction to Blake Griffin's dunk over Perkins didn't sit well with the Thunder center.
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Jets keep Holmes, to pay $15.25M guaranteed
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 12:18pm EST by Rich Cimini
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From the moment the season ended, the New York Jets said divisive wide receiver Santonio Holmes wasn't going anywhere. Now it's official.
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Giants' Jacobs says Gisele needs to shut up
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 12:16pm EST by ESPNNewYork.com
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Tom Brady's teammates might not blast Gisele Bundchen for her comments about New England Patriots receivers, but New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs has no problem doing it.
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What are the components that make a great college basketball rivalry?
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 12:02pm EST by ESPN.com
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Rivalry Week brings out the best in college basketball. ESPN.com tackles the qualities and characteristics that make those partnerships special.
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Thunder get by Warriors despite Ellis' 48 points
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 3:21am EST by Associated Press
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Kevin Durant hit a go-ahead bank shot with 14.2 seconds remaining, and the NBA-leading Oklahoma City Thunder overcame career performances by Monta Ellis and David Lee to beat the Golden State Warriors 119-116 on Tuesday night.
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No. 1 Kentucky passes test from Florida easily
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 1:14am EST by Associated Press
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Freshman Michael Kidd-Gilchrist had 13 points and 13 rebounds and top-ranked Kentucky easily passed its toughest Southeastern Conference test to date with a 78-58 victory over Florida (No. 7 ESPN/USA Today, No. 8 AP) on Tuesday night.
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Clips' Billups out for season with torn Achilles
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 12:56am EST by Arash Markazi
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Clippers guard Chauncey Billups suffered a torn left Achilles tendon Monday night and will miss the remainder of the season, the team announced Tuesday.
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Tiger happy headed into Pebble Pro-Am event
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 12:26am EST by Bob Harig
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Preparing for his first PGA Tour event of the 2012 season, Tiger Woods said Tuesday that a poor final round in Abu Dhabi two weeks ago when he had a chance to win has not deterred him and that he is pleased with the state of his game.
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Pierce moves past Bird as Celtics' No. 2 scorer
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 12:25am EST by Chris Forsberg
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Paul Pierce passed Larry Bird as the second-leading scorer in Celtics history in Tuesday's game against the Bobcats.
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Rangers hire assistant to help support Hamilton
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 12:22am EST by Richard Durrett
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The Rangers announced Tuesday night that Shayne Kelley has been named a major league staff assistant and part of his duties will be to support Josh Hamilton.
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AG pursues change to Sandusky bail conditions
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 11:42pm EST by Associated Press
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Prosecutors asked Tuesday to have Jerry Sandusky kept indoors as part of his bail conditions, citing complaints that the former Penn State assistant football coach was seen outside and watching children in a schoolyard from the back porch of his home, whe
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Memphis joining Big East for 2013-14 season
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 11:31pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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The Big East will announce Wednesday that Memphis is joining the conference in all sports in 2013.
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Kershaw agrees to two-year deal with Dodgers
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 10:52pm EST by Tony Jackson
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Clayton Kershaw and the Dodgers agreed to a two-year deal Tuesday.
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Giants, fans celebrate title with NYC parade
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 10:30pm EST by Mike Mazzeo
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After winning Super Bowl XLVI, the New York Giants and throngs of fans were treated to their second ticker-tape parade in five years along the Canyon of Heroes in lower Manhattan on Tuesday morning. As many as 1 million people were expected to attend.
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Big Ten ADs considering 4-team playoff format
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 8:53pm EST by Associated Press
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The Big Ten, which helped squash the notion of a four-team playoff to crown a national champion in college football several years ago, is taking another look.
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Ricky Williams retiring from NFL after 11 years
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 8:17pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Baltimore Ravens running back Ricky Williams plans to retire, he announced Tuesday.
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Melo sidelined 1-2 weeks; Amare needs time
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 6:56pm EST by Christopher Hunt
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Carmelo Anthony will be out 1-2 weeks with a groin strain, the team announced.
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Bird likes Kobe as teammate over LeBron
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 6:23pm EST by ESPNLosAngeles.com
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Boston Celtics great Larry Bird saw the Los Angeles Lakers as the enemy during his playing days, but there's one current Laker he'd like on his side if he were playing today -- Kobe Bryant.
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Titans try to cool Manning fever in Nashville
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 5:21pm EST by Associated Press
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The Titans new general manager says the team is in good hands with the quarterbacks they have.
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Barkley, Shaq to pick 'Rising Stars' game sides
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 2:57pm EST by Associated Press
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The NBA has decided to try a new format for its All-Star Weekend game featuring the league's top young talent.
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Wojciechowski: Manning, Colts should work it out
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 1:06pm EST by Gene Wojciechowski
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Unlike Joe Montana and Niners, maybe Peyton Manning and Colts can work it out
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Fans welcome home Super Bowl-champ Giants
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 7:54am EST by Matt Ehalt and Mike Mazzeo
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The Super Bowl XLVI champion Giants arrived at Newark International Airport from Indianapolis at approximately 1:55 p.m. on Monday, and bused over to their practice facility about a half hour later, where they were greeted by fans.
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Nuggets' Gallinari has chip fracture in left foot
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 2:42am EST by ESPN.com news services
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Forward Danilo Gallinari left the Denver Nuggets' game against the Houston Rockets in the third quarter Monday night after rolling his left ankle.
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Clippers lose Billups to Achilles injury in victory
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 2:15am EST by Zach McCann
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The Clippers lost Chauncey Billups to an Achilles injury on Monday.
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Kobe passes Shaq for fifth place on scoring list
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 2:11am EST by Dave McMenamin
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Kobe Bryant passed his Shaquille O'Neal for fifth place on the NBA's all-time scoring list in the second quarter of the Lakers' game against the 76ers.
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Melo leaves Knicks game with a strained groin
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 1:35am EST by Ian Begley
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New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony suffered a strained right groin in the first quarter of Monday's game against the Utah Jazz and did not return.
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Mizzou edges Oklahoma to claim first in Big 12
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 12:40am EST by Associated Press
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Marcus Denmon scored 25 points, Ricardo Ratliffe added 15 points and 10 rebounds and No. 4 Missouri claimed first place in the Big 12 by edging Oklahoma 71-68 on Monday night.
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Reports: Broncos RB Moreno arrested for DUI
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 11:37pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno was arrested on drunken driving charges in Denver last week, according to multiple media reports.
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Source: Steelers to hire ex-Chief Haley as OC
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 10:54pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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The Pittsburgh Steelers will hire former Chiefs coach Todd Haley as their new offensive coordinator, a source told ESPN senior NFL analyst Chris Mortensen.
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Stern urges harmony for Jazz's Miller, Malone
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 10:53pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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David Stern has urged a reconciliation for Jazz owner Greg Miller and Hall of Famer Karl Malone, using strong language but stopping short of an outright mandate or any hint at disciplinary action for the vocal owner.
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Stabbing in golf fight could cost man use of leg
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 5:14pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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A man who was stabbed during a fight on a Texas golf club could lose the use of his leg as a result, The Star-Telegram of Fort Worth reported.
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Brady's wife Gisele blasts Patriots receivers
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 4:29pm EST by Mike Mazzeo
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The supermodel wife of Tom Brady, Gisele Bundchen, ripped Patriots wide receivers for dropping passes.
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Giants' Coughlin not ready to quit coaching
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 4:28pm EST by Ohm Youngmisuk
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Tom Coughlin said he definitely wants to return to coach the Giants next season and perhaps beyond.
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Nowitzki doesn't think he should be All-Star
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 4:23pm EST by Tim MacMahon
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Dirk Nowitzki doesn't believe he should be selected as an All-Star for the 11th consecutive season when reserves are announced Thursday.
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Stern urges harmony for Jazz's Miller, Malone
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 4:23pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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David Stern has urged a reconciliation for Jazz owner Greg Miller and Hall of Famer Karl Malone, using strong language but stopping short of an outright mandate or any hint at disciplinary action for the vocal owner.
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Orioles trade Guthrie to Rockies for 2 pitchers
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 3:46pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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The Orioles traded right-handed starter Jeremy Guthrie to the Colorado Rockies for right-handers Matt Lindstrom and Jason Hammel.
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Draft prospect Kirkpatrick has charge dropped
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 3:43pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Former Alabama cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick will not be prosecuted on a marijuana possession charge, a spokesperson for the state attorney's office for Bradenton, Fla., told ESPN's Joe Schad. No reason was given.
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Lakers' Brown suspended for bumping ref
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 3:12pm EST by ESPNLosAngeles.com
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Lakers coach Mike Brown was suspended one game and fined on Monday.
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Timberwolves' Love banned 2 games for stomp
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 2:56pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Kevin Love's frustration with physical play and officiating have been apparent early and often this season.
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Kentucky maintains firm hold on No. 1 ranking
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 2:47pm EST by ESPN.com
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Kentucky kept an iron grip Monday on the top spot in the ESPN/USA Today coaches' poll, receiving all 31 votes for the third straight week.
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O'Connor: Eli truly a man among Mannings
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 11:45am EST by Ian O'Connor
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Giants QB, all grown up, celebrates title with famous family -- and his little girl, Ava
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Manning wins second Super Bowl MVP award
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 10:41am EST by ESPNNewYork.com
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Eli Manning is elite, for sure. A king of comebacks, too. And far, far more than Peyton's little brother now.
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Brother of Knicks' Stoudemire dies in car crash
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 10:38am EST by ESPNNewYork.com
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The brother of New York Knicks star Amare Stoudemire died in a car accident early Monday morning in Florida, a team spokesman confirmed to ESPNNewYork.com.
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Report: Orioles trading RHP Guthrie to Rockies
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 10:31am EST by ESPN.com news services
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The Orioles are trading right-handed starter Jeremy Guthrie to the Colorado Rockies, his agent told The (Baltimore) Sun.
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Pats' Welker on dropped pass: I let team down
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 9:37am EST by Jackie MacMullan
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Receiver Wes Welker was emotional after the Patriots' 21-17 loss to the Giants in Super Bowl XLVI, blaming himself for the result.
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Contador stripped of 2010 Tour de France title
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 9:27am EST by ESPN.com news services
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Alberto Contador was stripped of his 2010 Tour de France title Monday and banned for two years after sport's highest court found the Spanish cyclist guilty of doping.
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Ticket sales for NFL game in London to resume
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 9:18am EST by ESPN.com news services
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The Rams have achieved a resolution to the stadium lease issues that temporarily halted ticket sales for next season's tilt against the Patriots in London, the NFL announced Sunday.
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M.I.A. raises middle finger amid halftime show
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 8:19am EST by Associated Press
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For all the pomp and excess of Madonna's Super Bowl halftime extravaganza a single extended middle finger by guest singer M.I.A. is likely to be the most remembered piece of the show.
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Miami needs OT to earn first victory over Duke
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 4:27am EST by Associated Press
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Reggie Johnson scored five of his career-high 27 points in overtime and Miami upset Duke (No. 5 ESPN/USA Today, No. 7 AP) 78-74 on Sunday.
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Eli, Giants deny Pats again to win Super Bowl
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 3:47am EST by Associated Press
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Eli Manning and the Giants one-upped Tom Brady and the Patriots again, coming back with a last-minute score to beat New England 21-17 Sunday night for New York's fourth Super Bowl title.
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It ads up: Super commercials cost about $3.5M
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 3:38am EST by Associated Press
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Forget the battle between the Giants and the Pats. The real Super Bowl showdown is between advertisers.
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Venus returns as U.S. reaches Fed Cup playoff
Posted: February 5th, 2012, 8:57pm EST by Associated Press
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After hitting her first competitive serve in five months just long, Venus Williams relaxed, recoiled and fired off another that was too much for Anastasiya Yakimova.
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LeBron, Heat stave off Raptors' rally attempt
Posted: February 5th, 2012, 5:16pm EST by Associated Press
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LeBron James scored 30 points, Dwyane Wade had 25 and the Miami Heat survived a shaky fourth quarter to beat the Toronto Raptors 95-89 on Sunday afternoon.
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Blatter wants to reinstate Egypt soccer leaders
Posted: February 5th, 2012, 3:03pm EST by Associated Press
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FIFA President Sepp Blatter said he will seek to reinstate fired Egypt soccer federation leaders, calling their dismissal "direct interference" by the Cairo government.
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Pats release Underwood on eve of Super Bowl
Posted: February 5th, 2012, 12:24pm EST by Mike Reiss
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The Patriots made their final transaction of the 2011 season on Saturday, releasing wide receiver Tiquan Underwood and promoting defensive lineman Alex Silvestro from the practice squad.
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Sources: Manning flexible on deal demands
Posted: February 5th, 2012, 12:23pm EST by Adam Schefter
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Peyton Manning is willing to structure his contract in a way that could expedite how quickly he is signed if or when the Indianapolis Colts release him.
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Mancuso claims super-G for first win of season
Posted: February 5th, 2012, 11:57am EST by Associated Press
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Julia Mancuso's wait for her first win of the season is over. Lindsey Vonn will have to wait a little longer to break another record.
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Garber: R is for rematch, not revenge
Posted: February 5th, 2012, 11:55am EST by Greg Garber
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Pats insist they aren't looking for payback, but does anyone believe that?
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Goodell: Ceasing Pro Bowl under consideration
Posted: February 5th, 2012, 11:08am EST by ESPN.com news services
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In an appearance on ESPN Radio's "Mike and Mike in the Morning" on Sunday, Roger Goodell said the league must address the quality of Pro Bowl and even said he would consider eliminating the all-star game if it can't be improved upon.
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Condit tops Diaz at UFC 143 to win interim belt
Posted: February 5th, 2012, 2:06am EST by Associated Press
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Carlos Condit earned the interim welterweight title and a match with champion Georges St-Pierre with a unanimous decision victory over Nate Diaz at UFC 143 Saturday night.
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Mizzou edges Kansas on Denmon's huge finish
Posted: February 5th, 2012, 1:41am EST by Associated Press
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No. 4 Missouri 74, No. 8 Kansas 71
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Packers QB Rodgers wins MVP in landslide vote
Posted: February 5th, 2012, 12:44am EST by ESPN.com news services
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Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton has won the 2011 Associated Press NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award.
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Knicks' D'Antoni not panicked about job status
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 11:35pm EST by Ian Begley
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Mike D'Antoni says he isn't panicking about his job security.
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Giants website announces team as SB champs
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 10:55pm EST by Ohm Youngmisuk
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On the eve of the Super Bowl, Giants.com reportedly accidentally posted an image proclaiming the Giants as Super Bowl champions. An NFL.com blog reported the website gaffe with a screen grab by Comcast SportsNet New England.
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Sullinger, No. 3 Ohio State hold off Wisconsin
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 9:39pm EST by Associated Press
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Jared Sullinger scored 24 points and William Buford hit a critical 3-pointer down the stretch, helping No. 3 Ohio State beat Wisconsin (No. 20 ESPN/USA Today, No. 19 AP) 58-52 on Saturday.
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Martin, Kennedy, Doleman lead 2012 HOF class
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 9:02pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Curtis Martin has gone from the mean streets of Pittsburgh to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
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Northern Iowa nips No. 12 Creighton at buzzer
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 8:59pm EST by Associated Press
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Anthony James buried a 3 at the buzzer as Northern Iowa upset Creighton (No. 12 ESPN/USA Today, No. 13 AP) 65-62 on Saturday, snapping the Bluejays' 11-game winning streak.
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Connaughton, Notre Dame top No. 15 Marquette
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 3:54pm EST by Associated Press
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Freshman Pat Connaughton had 23 points and 11 rebounds as Notre Dame made 11 3-pointers and beat No. 15 Marquette 76-59 Saturday.
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Vonn takes downhill for 50th World Cup victory
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 3:33pm EST by Associated Press
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A career milestone and a rare family reunion. All of which left Lindsey Vonn in tears, and it made for a perfect day.
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Melo returns to lead Cuse in romp of St. John's
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 3:29pm EST by Associated Press
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Fab Melo scored a career-high 14 points in his return after a three-game absence and Jim Boeheim tied Dean Smith for third place on the victory list with win No. 879 as No. 2 Syracuse dominated St. John's 95-70 on Saturday.
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Arsenal may seek to extend Henry's MLS loan
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 2:32pm EST by Associated Press
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Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger may try to extend Thierry Henry's loan from the New York Red Bulls.
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Feds: No charges for Armstrong in doping case
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 2:27pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Federal prosecutors say they are closing a criminal investigation of Lance Armstrong and will not charge him over allegations the seven-time Tour de France winner used performance-enhancing drugs.
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Wife of Yankees GM Cashman files for divorce
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 1:41pm EST by Associated Press
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The wife of Yankees general manager Brian Cashman has filed divorce papers, a day after prosecutors charged a woman with stalking him and extorting money over an extramarital affair.
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Jazz owner: 'Lying' Malone unreliable, unstable
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 1:13pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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A war of words has erupted between the top executive of the Utah Jazz and the first-ballot Hall of Famer who fueled the team's golden era.
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W. Virginia cancels Sept. 8 game vs. Florida St.
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 12:57pm EST by Associated Press
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West Virginia has decided to cancel its Sept. 8 football game at Florida State.
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Lakers edge past Nuggets to open road trip
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 7:42am EST by Associated Press
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Andrew Bynum scored 22 points, Kobe Bryant added 20 and the Los Angeles Lakers opened a season-high six-game trip with a 93-89 victory over the weary Denver Nuggets on Friday night.
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Chadiha: 10 things to know about Eli Manning
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 12:34am EST by Jeffri Chadiha
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Behind the laid-back exterior, he's a driven, confident, karaoke-singing prankster
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Burress: Eli a Hall of Famer with one more win
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 12:31am EST by ESPNNewYork.com
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Win and he's in. That is Plaxico Burress' take on New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning.
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Wade, LeBron help Heat pull away from 76ers
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 11:59pm EST by Associated Press
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Dwyane Wade scored 26 points, and LeBron James had 19 points and 12 rebounds to lift the Miami Heat to a 99-79 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night.
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Dodgers ask court to disallow claims by Stow
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 9:53pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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The Los Angeles Dodgers asked a U.S. Bankruptcy Judge on Friday to disallow claims against the team filed by Bryan Stow, the San Francisco Giants fan nearly beaten to death outside Dodger Stadium last spring.
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UConn's Calhoun on medical leave indefinitely
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 3:43pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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University of Connecticut basketball coach Jim Calhoun is taking an indefinite medical leave of absence, the school announced on Friday.
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No timetable for Peyton return, agent says
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 3:40pm EST by John Clayton
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Peyton Manning's agent said Friday his client will play again but he couldn't give a timetable of when he will be at full strength throwing the football.
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Rangers' Hamilton on relapse: 'It was wrong'
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 3:09pm EST by Richard Durrett
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Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton, who has battled drug and alcohol addictions, had a relapse with alcohol on Monday.
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Source: Clippers agree with forward Martin
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 2:35pm EST by Ramona Shelburne
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The Los Angeles Clippers have agreed to a deal with free agent forward Kenyon Martin, a source told ESPNLosAngeles.com.
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Wisconsin AD says there's no recruiting 'pact'
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 2:02pm EST by Joe Schad
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Wisconsin AD Barry Alvarez said Friday he does not have a problem with coaches who continue to recruit those already committed to Big Ten schools, even if the recruits "flip" before national signing day.
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NFL adding more Thursday games to schedule
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 1:10pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Commissioner Roger Goodell says the NFL will continue its work toward preventing concussions and other injuries, saying what's been done so far is only a starting point.
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Mavs' Cuban, Carlisle fined combined $110K
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 12:36pm EST by Jeff Caplan
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NBA fines Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, coach Rick Carlisle combined $110,000
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Belichick: No setbacks for Pats' Gronkowski
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 12:19pm EST by Mike Reiss
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Bill Belichick said injured tight end Rob Gronkowski had no setbacks after his first practice of Super Bowl week.
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Terry ousted as England captain, can still play
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 11:14am EST by Associated Press
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John Terry was removed as England's soccer captain Friday as he awaits trial for racial abuse. The star Chelsea defender remains eligible to play for the national team at the European Championship.
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Oiler's 8-point game first in NHL in 23 years
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 4:13am EST by Associated Press
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Sam Gagner had four goals and four assists in the NHL's first eight-point game in 23 years, and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Chicago Blackhawks 8-4 on Thursday night.
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Oiler's 8-point game first in NHL in 23 years
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 4:13am EST by Associated Press
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Sam Gagner had four goals and four assists in the NHL's first eight-point game in 23 years, and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Chicago Blackhawks 8-4 on Thursday night.
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Clips' Griffin says he won't enter dunk contest
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 3:54am EST by Arash Markazi
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Blake Griffin doesn't plan on defending his NBA slam dunk contest title during All-Star weekend.
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Clips' Griffin says he won't enter dunk contest
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 3:54am EST by Arash Markazi
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Blake Griffin doesn't plan on defending his NBA slam dunk contest title during All-Star weekend.
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Goodell: 34 teams likely if LA franchise added
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 3:02am EST by Associated Press
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Commissioner Roger Goodell says if the NFL puts a team in Los Angeles, it is probable the league would expand to 34 franchises.
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Goodell: 34 teams likely if LA franchise added
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 3:02am EST by Associated Press
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Commissioner Roger Goodell says if the NFL puts a team in Los Angeles, it is probable the league would expand to 34 franchises.
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Source: Rangers' Hamilton has alcohol relapse
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 2:53am EST by Richard Durrett
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Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton, who has battled drug and alcohol addictions, had a relapse with alcohol on Tuesday, according to a source.
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Rose outduels Melo as Bulls add to Knicks' woes
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 12:49am EST by Associated Press
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Derrick Rose scored 32 points to outduel fellow All-Star starter Carmelo Anthony, and the Chicago Bulls beat the New York Knicks 105-102 Thursday night.
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Rose outduels Melo as Bulls add to Knicks' woes
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 12:49am EST by Associated Press
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Derrick Rose scored 32 points to outduel fellow All-Star starter Carmelo Anthony, and the Chicago Bulls beat the New York Knicks 105-102 Thursday night.
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Gronk practices; likely to play, sources say
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 11:01pm EST by Mike Reiss and Mike Rodak
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New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski said Thursday that the final decision on whether he plays in Super Bowl XLVI will come as a result of collaboration between him and the team's athletic training staff.
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Gronk practices; likely to play, sources say
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 11:01pm EST by Mike Reiss and Mike Rodak
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New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski said Thursday that the final decision on whether he plays in Super Bowl XLVI will come as a result of collaboration between him and the team's athletic training staff.
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West on stars' trade demands: 'Call their bluff'
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 10:08pm EST by Pedro Moura
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According to former Los Angeles Lakers general manager Jerry West, teams needn't worry so much about a superstar demanding to be traded.
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West on stars' trade demands: 'Call their bluff'
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 10:08pm EST by Pedro Moura
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According to former Los Angeles Lakers general manager Jerry West, teams needn't worry so much about a superstar demanding to be traded.
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Heat, L.A. teams fill All-Star starting rosters
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 9:10pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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The NBA named the starters for the 2012 All-Star Game in Orlando on Thursday.
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Police: Woman extorted Yanks' GM Cashman
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 8:49pm EST by Associated Press
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A woman has been charged with stalking and shaking down New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman.
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Mickelson files suit to find source of defamation
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 5:40pm EST by Associated Press
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Phil Mickelson filed a lawsuit against an Internet service provider in Canada to learn the identity of a person who has been posting "vexatious statements" that the four-time major champion says is a deliberate attack on his reputation.
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Mickelson files suit to find source of defamation
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 5:40pm EST by Associated Press
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Phil Mickelson filed a lawsuit against an Internet service provider in Canada to learn the identity of a person who has been posting "vexatious statements" that the four-time major champion says is a deliberate attack on his reputation.
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Sources: Manning cleared to resume NFL career
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 5:34pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Peyton Manning has been medically cleared by two doctors, including Dr. Robert Watkins, who performed the most recent surgery on the Indianapolis Colts quarterback's neck, to resume his NFL career, sources told Chris Mortensen and Adam Schefter of ESPN.
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Jackson, Nationals agree on one-year contract
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 4:53pm EST by Jerry Crasnick
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The Washington Nationals have reached an agreement on a one-year deal with free agent pitcher Edwin Jackson.
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LSU's Miles questions Kiel's leadership ability
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 4:38pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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LSU coach Les Miles questioned would-be Tigers quarterback Gunner Kiel's ability to lead on Wednesday, adding he felt the program had done better by winning a commitment from Jeremy Liggins.
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Hollinger: Time to pick All-Star starters already?
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 3:30pm EST by John Hollinger
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After just 20-plus games, John Hollinger makes his picks (PER Diem: Feb. 2, 2012)
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NHL looking into clock malfunction in Kings' win
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 3:21pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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The NHL is investigating a scoreboard error that could have an "enormous impact" on playoff races in the Western Conference.
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Plaintiffs depict NFL as apathetic to concussions
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 1:45pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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In interviews conducted with a dozen plaintiffs in concussion-related lawsuits, what emerged was, at best, a depiction of a culture of indifference on the part of the NFL toward concussions and other injuries.
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SB first? Pats take 'halftime' practice break
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 1:15pm EST by Adam Schefter
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For what is thought to be the first time in Super Bowl history, the New England Patriots simulated game conditions for Sunday by taking a 31-minute "halftime" break during Wednesday's practice.
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Tressel taking non-athletics position with Akron
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 1:07pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Former Ohio State football coach Jim Tressel is going back to school -- in a newly created position at the University of Akron.
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Luck says he's hoping to play right away in NFL
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 1:04pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Quarterback Andrew Luck says he's ready to start in the NFL next season.
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Pierre-Paul: Giants rushers in Brady's head
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 1:03pm EST by Ian O'Connor
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One day after Jason Pierre-Paul announced that Tom Brady is not God, the dynamic Giants pass-rusher claimed Brady was so human during the Giants' regular-season victory over the Patriots that he was feeling pressure that did not exist.
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Ali's acclaimed trainer Angelo Dundee, 90, dies
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 12:41pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Angelo Dundee, trainer of Muhammad Ali, has died.
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Egyptians blame military for deadly soccer riot
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 12:01pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Many Egyptians, from the public to lawmakers, on Thursday blamed the police and the country's ruling military for failing to prevent the rioting among fans that resulted in the world's soccer violence in 15 years.
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$1M for new number? Peterson will stay No. 28
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 11:27am EST by ESPN.com news services
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Adrian Peterson shared via his Twitter account Wednesday that he was thinking of changing from the No. 28 to No. 23 but that it would cost him $1 million to make the switch.
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Howe, Mr. Hockey, takes dementia fight public
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 11:03am EST by Associated Press
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Gordie Howe, Mr. Hockey, is embark on another series of fundraisers to support dementia research, a disease that is now beginning to afflict him.
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Cuban blasts officiating after Mavs' loss to OKC
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 10:55am EST by Tim MacMahon
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Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, who has paid more than $1 million in NBA fines in large part due to criticizing officiating, couldn't keep biting his tongue.
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Bucks rally, stun Heat despite James' 40 points
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 10:53am EST by Associated Press
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Brandon Jennings scored 31 points, including three 3-pointers in a critical stretch of the fourth quarter, and Milwaukee beat Miami 105-97 on Wednesday night for the Bucks' second win over the Heat this season.
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Sandusky lawyer pins Paterno downfall on AG
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 4:12am EST by ESPN.com news services
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An attorney for former Penn State assistant coach Jerry Sandusky blamed the attorney general's "embellished" rhetoric for setting off the furious public outcry that led to the downfall of longtime coach Joe Paterno.
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Giants' Bradshaw looks good in limited practice
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 8:22pm EST by Ohm Youngmisuk
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Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw practiced on a limited basis Wednesday and according to the pool report ran well in New York's first Super Bowl practice since landing in Indianapolis.
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Report: Syracuse has reinstated center Melo
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 8:12pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Syracuse has reinstated center Fab Melo after the 7-foot sophomore missed three games due to academic issues, two sources told the Post-Standard (Syracuse) on Wednesday.
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Durant not that fired up about Griffin's dunk
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 7:44pm EST by Tim MacMahon
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Kevin Durant isn't that excited about Blake Griffin's highlight reel dunk.
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Colts' Irsay plans talk with Manning next week
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 7:05pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay said Wednesday that he expects to meet with quarterback Peyton Manning next week, but that any decision on Manning's future will likely wait until early March.
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Giants' Umenyiora fined $20K for media snub
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 3:53pm EST by Ohm Youngmisuk
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Osi Umenyiora was a no-show during the New York Giants' media availability on Wednesday morning and was fined $20,000 by the NFL.
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More than 70 dead in Egypt soccer fan melee
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 3:47pm EST by Associated Press
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Egyptian state TV says more than 70 people are dead after fans of rival soccer teams rushed the field in Port Said, hurling stones and sticks at each other and sparking a stampede.
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FSU celebrates commitment of DT Goldman
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 3:40pm EST by ESPN.com news services
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Florida State's coaching staff celebrated its assembly of another formidable recruiting class and top-rated wide receiver Dorial Green-Beckham committed to playing in his home state of Missouri on national signing day Wednesday.
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Former longtime coach Spoonhour dies at 72
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 2:54pm EST by Associated Press
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Charlie Spoonhour -- the former coach at Missouri State, St. Louis and UNLV -- has died. He was 72.
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Mayweather granted license to fight Cotto
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 2:50pm EST by Dan Rafael
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The Nevada State Athletic Commission on Wednesday voted 5-0 to grant Floyd Mayweather Jr. a one-fight license to face Miguel Cotto on May 5 at MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
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Sources: Plan to expand '12 playoffs not ready
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 2:02pm EST by Jayson Stark
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Wednesday was supposed to be the day the commissioner's office finished a proposed schedule for the 2012 postseason and shipped it to the Players Association for consideration. But sources told ESPN.com that deadline wasn't going to be met.
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Wayne open to return with rebuilding Colts
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 1:47pm EST by Paul Kuharsky
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Reggie Wayne said Wednesday he would not be averse to being part of a Colts rebuilding project.
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Patriots eyeing special shoe for TE Gronkowski
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 1:34pm EST by Mike Reiss
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The Patriots are considering a special cleat for Rob Gronkowski's injured left ankle.
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Michigan State's Green day to day with injury
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 1:29pm EST by Andy Katz
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Michigan State senior forward Draymond Green has a left knee sprain and is listed as day to day, a school spokesperson confirmed Wednesday.
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Source: Red Sox, Ortiz 'likely' going to hearing
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 12:44pm EST by Gordon Edes
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It appears "likely" that the Boston Red Sox and David Ortiz are headed to a hearing to decide his arbitration case, a major league source with knowledge of the situation said Wednesday.
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Brown says Lakers have inquired about Arenas
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 12:44pm EST by Brian Kamenetzky
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Short on scoring and in need of help in their backcourt, Lakers coach Mike Brown said Tuesday the team has inquired about free agent guard Gilbert Arenas.
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Crosby dealing with soft tissue injury in neck
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 11:29am EST by Associated Press
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Sidney Crosby's concussion-like symptoms may not be due to a concussion after all.