http://www.dixero.com Dixero Sport Channel no http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/oNP55HoFygI/idUSTRE5057HK20090106 CHICAGO (Reuters) - The Colorado Rockies acquired right-handed starting pitcher Jason Marquis from the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday, sending reliever Luis Vizcaino in the opposite direction. sportsNews Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:24:26 -0500 USTRE5057HK20090106 2009-01-06T23:24:26Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/3rblJ5tqxEY/idUSTRE5057HB20090106 NEW YORK (Reuters) - Mark Teixeira said on Tuesday he was elated to join his childhood team as the New York Yankees welcomed the powerful first baseman and defended a free agent spending spree that has reached $423. 5 million. sportsNews Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:20:19 -0500 USTRE5057HB20090106 2009-01-06T23:20:19Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/news/story?id=3814175&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Denver Nuggets All-Star Carmelo Anthony will miss at least three weeks with a fracture to his shooting hand but won't need surgery. Tue, 6 Jan 2009 14:33:16 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/news/story?id=3814175&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-06T22:33:16Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/-ds1-KhyM7E/idUSTRE5056VX20090106 NEW YORK (Reuters) - The Cleveland Indians took a chance on pitcher Carl Pavano by signing the frequently injured right-hander to a one-year deal, the Major League club said on Tuesday. sportsNews Tue, 06 Jan 2009 16:36:56 -0500 USTRE5056VX20090106 2009-01-06T21:36:56Z http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/columns/story?columnist=forde_pat&id=3812762&sportCat=ncf&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Even though Tim Tebow represents everything we say we want our athletes to be, he understands a segment of society instead will be probing for flaws. Sporting America should appreciate him, writes Pat Forde. Tue, 6 Jan 2009 12:27:20 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/columns/story?columnist=forde_pat&id=3812762&sportCat=ncf&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Pat Forde 2009-01-06T20:27:20Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090105&content_id=3733675&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Having vowed to return to playoff-caliber baseball by any means necessary, the Yankees showcased their biggest financial investment on Tuesday, introducing Mark Teixeira in a Yankee Stadium news conference. Tue, 06 Jan 2009 13:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090105&content_id=3733675&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Bryan Hoch 2009-01-06T17:00:00Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/29GgtltO8fc/idUSTRE5054WW20090106 NEW YORK (Reuters) - Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher JC Romero has been suspended for 50 games after testing positive for a banned performance-enhancing substance, Major League Baseball (MLB) said on Tuesday. sportsNews Tue, 06 Jan 2009 11:46:54 -0500 USTRE5054WW20090106 2009-01-06T16:46:54Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/5s0IjhrsNE0/idUSTRE5054KS20090106 NEW YORK (Reuters) - Carmelo Anthony of the Denver Nuggets has suffered a probable fracture to his shooting hand and will see a specialist later on Tuesday, the team said. sportsNews Tue, 06 Jan 2009 11:03:50 -0500 USTRE5054KS20090106 2009-01-06T16:03:50Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090105&content_id=3732857&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Yankee Stadium is set to host what may be its final gala on Tuesday, as the Yankees prepare to introduce another winter prize in first baseman Mark Teixeira. Tue, 06 Jan 2009 10:36:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090105&content_id=3732857&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Bryan Hoch 2009-01-06T14:36:00Z http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/latimes/sports/highschool/~3/zUcWqzyIBfk/la-sp-horse6-2009jan06,0,19693.column Five breakdowns, including three fatalities, of horses in the first two weeks of its winter meeting prompt officials to inspect and evaluate the Pro-Ride surface. Santa Anita officials have begun an urgent inspection and evaluation of its synthetic Pro-Ride surface after five breakdowns, including three fatalities, of horses in the first two weeks of its winter meeting. Tue, 6 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0800 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/latimes/sports/highschool/~3/zUcWqzyIBfk/la-sp-horse6-2009jan06,0,19693.column 2009-01-06T08:00:00Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/WiMDlAn24bY/idUSTRE5050ND20090106 MIAMI (Reuters) - The San Antonio Spurs withstood NBA scoring leader Dwyane Wade's 24-point performance and beat the Miami Heat 91-84 on Monday. sportsNews Mon, 05 Jan 2009 22:52:09 -0500 USTRE5050ND20090106 2009-01-06T03:52:09Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090105&content_id=3733038&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Pat Burrell will provide the power bat the Rays have been looking to land. The free-agent slugger signed a two-year, $16 million deal with Tampa Bay on Monday. Mon, 05 Jan 2009 18:44:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090105&content_id=3733038&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Bill Chastain 2009-01-05T22:44:00Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/xWCl5mW4QQ8/idUSTRE50458P20090105 NEW YORK (Reuters) - The American League champion Tampa Bay Rays signed free-agent outfielder Pat Burrell to a $16 million, two-year deal on Monday, Major League Baseball said on its website (www. mlb. com). sportsNews Mon, 05 Jan 2009 17:14:48 -0500 USTRE50458P20090105 2009-01-05T22:14:48Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090105&content_id=3733222&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Milton Bradley was expected in Chicago later this week to undergo a physical, and if all goes well, could sign a three-year contract with the Cubs. Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:54:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090105&content_id=3733222&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Carrie Muskat 2009-01-05T20:54:00Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/vHo0cJxxUXo/idUSTRE5044Q820090105 NEW YORK (Reuters) - Being Super Bowl champions will make no difference to the New York Giants in Sunday's divisional playoff against the Philadelphia Eagles, according to linebacker Antonio Pierce. sportsNews Mon, 05 Jan 2009 15:27:10 -0500 USTRE5044Q820090105 2009-01-05T20:27:10Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090105&content_id=3733124&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb The Rays agreed to terms with free-agent outfielder Pat Burrell on Monday, dramatically increasing the likelihood of free-agent first baseman Jason Giambi returning to the A's. Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:22:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090105&content_id=3733124&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Mychael Urban 2009-01-05T20:22:00Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090105&content_id=3733038&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Pat Burrell will provide the power bat the Rays have been looking to land. Sources confirmed to MLB. com on Monday that the Rays signed the free-agent slugger to a two-year, $16 million deal. Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:03:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090105&content_id=3733038&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Bill Chastain 2009-01-05T20:03:00Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090105&content_id=3732857&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Yankee Stadium is set to host what may be its final gala on Tuesday, as the Yankees prepare to introduce another winter prize in first baseman Mark Teixeira. Mon, 05 Jan 2009 13:44:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090105&content_id=3732857&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Bryan Hoch 2009-01-05T17:44:00Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/XxSUy8cHsvc/idUSTRE5043QG20090105 DOHA (Reuters) - American fourth seed Andy Roddick and fifth seeded Gael Monfils of France reached the second round of the Qatar Open with easy wins in Doha on Monday. sportsNews Mon, 05 Jan 2009 12:42:07 -0500 USTRE5043QG20090105 2009-01-05T17:42:07Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090104&content_id=3732663&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb As the Hot Stove season passes its midpoint, it's clear the speculation offered by A's GM Billy Beane during the Winter Meetings has come to fruition. Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:01:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090104&content_id=3732663&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Mychael Urban 2009-01-05T04:01:00Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/pyeXhzdbmyg/idUSTRE50402I20090105 NEW YORK (Reuters) - Philadelphia's Brian Westbrook took a short pass 71 yards for the game-clinching touchdown as the Eagles beat hosts Minnesota 26-14 in their NFC wildcard playoff game on Sunday. sportsNews Sun, 04 Jan 2009 21:49:08 -0500 USTRE50402I20090105 2009-01-05T02:49:08Z http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/latimes/sports/highschool/~3/ipwFkS9dh2s/la-sp-sondheimer5-2009jan05,0,7830002.column The Highlanders are filled with players who have been in the system for years and the results are showing. In the strange world of high school basketball, there are no rebuilding years for the elite teams. Transfers show up to plug holes left by seniors, or a hotshot freshman arrives, which means every season, Santa Ana Mater Dei, Woodland Hills Taft, Compton Dominguez and a few others are always contending for a championship. Sun, 4 Jan 2009 18:30:00 -0800 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/latimes/sports/highschool/~3/ipwFkS9dh2s/la-sp-sondheimer5-2009jan05,0,7830002.column 2009-01-05T02:30:00Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/EZ7dx3HK64U/idUSTRE5032IH20090105 WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The injury-depleted Cleveland Cavaliers suffered a 80-77 setback to the woeful Washington Wizards on Sunday but did not lose any ground in their bid to claim the best record in the Eastern Conference. sportsNews Sun, 04 Jan 2009 20:52:01 -0500 USTRE5032IH20090105 2009-01-05T01:52:01Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/tdjzqJd_ecM/idUSTRE5032J420090105 MIAMI (Reuters) - The Baltimore Ravens' much-vaunted defense smothered Miami on Sunday as the Dolphins' Cinderella season ended with a 27-9 defeat in their AFC wildcard clash. sportsNews Sun, 04 Jan 2009 20:31:14 -0500 USTRE5032J420090105 2009-01-05T01:31:14Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/pyeXhzdbmyg/idUSTRE50402I20090105 NEW YORK (Reuters) - Brian Westbrook rumbled 71 yards for a game-clinching touchdown in the fourth quarter as the Philadelphia Eagles beat hosts Minnesota 26-14 in their NFC wildcard playoff game on Sunday. sportsNews Sun, 04 Jan 2009 20:28:53 -0500 USTRE50402I20090105 2009-01-05T01:28:53Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/kOyOKcjlgmc/idUSTRE5032J420090104 MIAMI (Reuters) - The defensive-minded Baltimore Ravens ended the Miami Dolphins' Cinderella season with a 27-9 AFC wildcard victory Sunday. sportsNews Sun, 04 Jan 2009 17:05:21 -0500 USTRE5032J420090104 2009-01-04T22:05:21Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/recap?gameId=290104028&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Visit ESPN. com for the complete story. Sun, 4 Jan 2009 14:02:09 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/recap?gameId=290104028&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-04T22:02:09Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/recap?gameId=290104027&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Visit ESPN. com for the complete story. Sun, 4 Jan 2009 13:53:59 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/recap?gameId=290104027&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-04T21:53:59Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3809431&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines The Raiders are negotiating to sell off another percentage of the team, this time to a billionaire who has been trying to buy a franchise with designs on moving it to L. A. , according to league sources. Sun, 4 Jan 2009 13:23:41 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3809431&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Chris Mortensen 2009-01-04T21:23:41Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3809499&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Bill Cowher doesn't plan to coach in the NFL next year, and will stay with CBS Sports as a studio analyst. Sun, 4 Jan 2009 12:55:52 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3809499&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-04T20:55:52Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/playoffs2008/news/story?id=3809669&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Pro Bowl defensive tackle Pat Williams was inactive Sunday against Philadelphia, leaving Minnesota without its best run stopper for its first playoff game since 2004. Sun, 4 Jan 2009 12:38:41 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/playoffs2008/news/story?id=3809669&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-04T20:38:41Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090104&content_id=3732421&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb To say the Braves have absolutely zero interest in Derek Lowe and Andruw Jones wouldn't exactly be accurate. But their interest in these two players currently appears to be only moderate. Sun, 04 Jan 2009 16:20:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090104&content_id=3732421&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Mark Bowman 2009-01-04T20:20:00Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3809378&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Mike Smith of the Atlanta Falcons has edged Tony Sparano of the Miami Dolphins by one vote Sunday for The Associated Press 2008 NFL Coach of the Year award. Sun, 4 Jan 2009 12:05:16 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3809378&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-04T20:05:16Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3809444&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Sources told ESPN senior NFL analyst Chris Mortensen that the Patriots will use a franchise tag on QB Matt Cassel that will give the team two options. Sun, 4 Jan 2009 11:32:05 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3809444&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines ESPN.com news services 2009-01-04T19:32:05Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3808287&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones hasn't changed his mind about firing coach Wade Phillips, but Mike Shanahan would be the leading candidate if he ever does make a move, according to team sources. Sun, 4 Jan 2009 11:28:05 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3808287&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Chris Mortensen 2009-01-04T19:28:05Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/news/story?id=3809490&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Mike Dunleavy isn't used to being a spectator, and it looks like he won't be one for much longer. Sun, 4 Jan 2009 10:19:33 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/news/story?id=3809490&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-04T18:19:33Z http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/bowls08/news/story?id=3809361&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Oklahoma sophomore cornerback Dominique Franks said Sunday that Tim Tebow would have been no better than the fourth-best quarterback in the Big 12 this season. Sun, 4 Jan 2009 10:02:34 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/bowls08/news/story?id=3809361&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Chris Low 2009-01-04T18:02:34Z http://sports.espn.go.com/ncw/news/story?id=3809362&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines North Carolina State basketball coach Kay Yow will be sidelined for the game against South Carolina, missing her fourth straight contest because of health concerns. Sun, 4 Jan 2009 09:09:05 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/ncw/news/story?id=3809362&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-04T17:09:05Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090104&content_id=3732343&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb The Rays and the Mariners are among five teams that have shown interest in signing Ken Griffey Jr. , according to a report by SI. com. Sun, 04 Jan 2009 13:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090104&content_id=3732343&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Kelly Thesier 2009-01-04T17:00:00Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3807748&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Eric Mangini, fired Monday by the New York Jets, is emerging as the favorite to become the next head coach of the Cleveland Browns, team and league sources said Saturday. Sun, 4 Jan 2009 08:53:51 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3807748&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Chris Mortensen 2009-01-04T16:53:51Z http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=3807591&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Now that his contract has been restructured, the Dodgers intend to weigh Andruw Jones' market value again, according to baseball sources. Sun, 4 Jan 2009 07:17:05 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=3807591&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Buster Olney 2009-01-04T15:17:05Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731515&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb There are a few notable top-notch closers today, but getting into the Hall of Fame as a closer is not an easy task. Who among them is likely to have the longevity necessary to be a viable candidate? Sun, 04 Jan 2009 10:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731515&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Bryan Hoch 2009-01-04T14:00:00Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/news/story?id=3807743&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines The NHL announced the starting lineups Saturday for the All-Star Game, and the host Canadiens filled four of the six slots for the Eastern Conference. Sun, 4 Jan 2009 02:07:24 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/news/story?id=3807743&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-04T10:07:24Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/sriNIueH7_U/idUSTRE5030D120090104 SAN DIEGO (Reuters) - The San Diego Chargers scored a heart-pounding 23-17 overtime victory over the Indianapolis Colts in their AFC wildcard clash on Saturday. sportsNews Sun, 04 Jan 2009 02:14:28 -0500 USTRE5030D120090104 2009-01-04T07:14:28Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/sriNIueH7_U/idUSTRE5030D120090104 SAN DIEGO (Reuters) - The San Diego Chargers scored a heart-pounding 23-17 overtime victory over the Indianapolis Colts in their AFC wildcard clash on Sunday. sportsNews Sun, 04 Jan 2009 00:17:18 -0500 USTRE5030D120090104 2009-01-04T05:17:18Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3808669&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Brett Favre said when he spoke to Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum on Monday, he told him "it may be time to look in a different direction" at the quarterback, Peter King of SI. com reported. King spoke to Favre on Friday about his plans. Sat, 3 Jan 2009 20:27:48 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3808669&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines ESPN.com news services 2009-01-04T04:27:48Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/VfnjK_cmPjs/idUSTRE50303320090104 PHOENIX (Reuters) - Veteran quarterback Kurt Warner threw two touchdown passes before orchestrating an Arizona Cardinals fightback and a gripping 30-24 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in their NFC wildcard playoff on Saturday. sportsNews Sat, 03 Jan 2009 21:15:01 -0500 USTRE50303320090104 2009-01-04T02:15:01Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/95e9zm3bXmU/idUSTRE5021Y720090103 NEW YORK (Reuters) - New Orleans Hornets center Tyson Chandler has been suspended one game without pay for striking an opponent in the neck, the NBA said on Saturday. sportsNews Sat, 03 Jan 2009 18:10:41 -0500 USTRE5021Y720090103 2009-01-03T23:10:41Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/5GaXzSvuiiI/idUSTRE5021L620090103 CHICAGO (Reuters) - Towering Cleveland Cavaliers starting center Zydrunas Ilgauskas is expected to be sidelined for up to a month while he recovers from a bone chip in his ankle, the team said on Saturday. sportsNews Sat, 03 Jan 2009 14:31:41 -0500 USTRE5021L620090103 2009-01-03T19:31:41Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731395&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Though the Giants are exploring the notion of signing Manny Ramirez, the free-agent left fielder who would firm the sagging heart of their batting order, they apparently don't regard him as a must-have commodity for numerous reasons. Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:41:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731395&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Chris Haft 2009-01-03T16:41:00Z http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?gameId=290020333&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Visit ESPN. com for the complete story. Fri, 2 Jan 2009 23:04:51 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?gameId=290020333&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-03T07:04:51Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/AhP4J14zzPw/idUSTRE5020L920090103 LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Kobe Bryant picked up right where he left off the last time he faced the Utah Jazz, scoring a game-high 40 points to pace the surging Los Angeles Lakers in their 113-100 home victory on Friday. sportsNews Sat, 03 Jan 2009 01:54:35 -0500 USTRE5020L920090103 2009-01-03T06:54:35Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/xxWRQGuzJVY/idUSTRE5020G120090103 NEW YORK (Reuters) - New Jersey goaltender Scott Clemmensen stopped 33 shots to guide the Devils to a 4-1 home victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Friday. sportsNews Sat, 03 Jan 2009 00:41:51 -0500 USTRE5020G120090103 2009-01-03T05:41:51Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731677&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb Jeff Moorad resigned as chief executive officer of the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday to pursue his purchase of the San Diego Padres. Fri, 02 Jan 2009 22:33:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731677&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb Barry M. Bloom 2009-01-03T02:33:00Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731709&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Andruw Jones and the Dodgers have reached an agreement to defer much of his remaining salary while virtually assuring he will not be with the club in 2009. Fri, 02 Jan 2009 20:50:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731709&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Ken Gurnick 2009-01-03T00:50:00Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731395&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb The Giants' interest in left fielder Manny Ramirez is genuine, but there is still no evidence the slugger is anywhere close to joining the club. Fri, 02 Jan 2009 18:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731395&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Chris Haft 2009-01-02T22:00:00Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731618&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb D-backs Chief Executive Officer Jeff Moorad resigned his position on Friday and will be replaced by team president Derrick Hall. Fri, 02 Jan 2009 17:49:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731618&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb Steve Gilbert 2009-01-02T21:49:00Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731395&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb The Giants have signed four free agents this offseason, but it's a longshot that left fielder Manny Ramirez will become the fifth. Fri, 02 Jan 2009 14:31:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731395&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Chris Haft 2009-01-02T18:31:00Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/Sfxz6HI-e8U/idUSTRE5013IX20090102 CHICAGO (Reuters) - Indoors or outdoors, the Stanley Cup champion Detroit Red Wings confirmed they are again the team to beat with a 6-4 New Year's Day comeback win over the Chicago Blackhawks. sportsNews Fri, 02 Jan 2009 13:17:56 -0500 USTRE5013IX20090102 2009-01-02T18:17:56Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/H1ayW2mSUg0/idUSTRE5013HC20090102 MIAMI (Reuters) - The NFL enters its knockout stage this weekend with the four wildcard playoffs offering some intriguing match-ups as teams eye slots in the divisional round. sportsNews Fri, 02 Jan 2009 13:14:33 -0500 USTRE5013HC20090102 2009-01-02T18:14:33Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/playoffs2008/news/story?id=3804375&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines In his first season, Mike Smith has led the Atlanta Falcons to an 11-5 regular-season finish and a trip to Arizona for the playoffs. And as ESPN. com's Elizabeth Merrill writes, he's done it the old-fashioned way, by earning his players' respect. Fri, 2 Jan 2009 09:51:14 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/playoffs2008/news/story?id=3804375&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Elizabeth Merrill 2009-01-02T17:51:14Z http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=simmons/090102&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Bill Simmons dusts off his patented Playoff Manifesto in his quest to go 11-0 in the NFL's second season. Story Fri, 2 Jan 2009 09:50:44 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=simmons/090102&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Bill Simmons 2009-01-02T17:50:44Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3805670&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines Peyton Manning has joined Brett Favre as the only three-time winners of The Associated Press NFL Most Valuable Player Award. Fri, 2 Jan 2009 09:01:42 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3805670&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-02T17:01:42Z http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=simmons/090102&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Bill Simmons dusts off his patented playoff manifesto in his quest to go 11-0 in the NFL's second season. Story Fri, 2 Jan 2009 08:32:37 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=simmons/090102&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Bill Simmons 2009-01-02T16:32:37Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731399&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb A baseball source confirmed that right-handed reliever Scott Proctor, who turned 32 on Friday, has agreed to terms with the Marlins. Fri, 02 Jan 2009 10:23:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731399&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Joe Frisaro 2009-01-02T14:23:00Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731395&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb The Giants appear to be players in the Manny Ramirez sweepstakes. According to one report, the right-handed-hitting slugger has received a four-year offer from San Francisco. Fri, 02 Jan 2009 10:09:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731395&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Bill Ladson 2009-01-02T14:09:00Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090101&content_id=3731190&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Major League Baseball's 10-day salary arbitration filing period begins on Monday and will last until Jan. 15, with the Phillies' Ryan Howard again standing to be a big winner. Fri, 02 Jan 2009 10:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090101&content_id=3731190&vkey=hotstove2008&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_mlb Barry M. Bloom 2009-01-02T14:00:00Z http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/bowls08/columns/story?columnist=maisel_ivan&id=3804933&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Normally, USC coach Pete Carroll makes his adjustments at halftime. Carroll didn't wait around for the Rose Bowl halftime show, dropping the hammer on Penn State in the second quarter, writes Ivan Maisel. Fri, 2 Jan 2009 00:35:19 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/bowls08/columns/story?columnist=maisel_ivan&id=3804933&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Ivan Maisel 2009-01-02T08:35:19Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731387&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb MLB Network was launched on Thursday night and the reaction to the first two shows was fast and furious. Fri, 02 Jan 2009 01:24:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090102&content_id=3731387&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb Barry M. Bloom 2009-01-02T05:24:00Z http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/bowls08/columns/story?columnist=maisel_ivan&id=3804933&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Normally, USC coach Pete Carroll makes his adjustments at halftime. Carroll didn't wait around for Rose Bowl halftime show, dropping the hammer on Penn State in the second quarter, writes Ivan Maisel. Thu, 1 Jan 2009 21:10:27 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/bowls08/columns/story?columnist=maisel_ivan&id=3804933&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Ivan Maisel 2009-01-02T05:10:27Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/qc6VLTGtkVo/idUSTRE4BU1MQ20090102 CHICAGO (Reuters) - The Detroit Red Wings celebrated the New Year with a 6-4 comeback win over the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday in the NHL's outdoor Winter Classic at Wrigley Field. sportsNews Thu, 01 Jan 2009 19:02:22 -0500 USTRE4BU1MQ20090102 2009-01-02T00:02:22Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20081231&content_id=3730730&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb With a surprise greeting from Commissioner Bud Selig, MLB Network went live Thursday in an estimated 50 million homes -- the largest launch in cable network history. Thu, 01 Jan 2009 19:22:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20081231&content_id=3730730&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb Mark Newman 2009-01-01T23:22:00Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3804004&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Team owner Woody Johnson has stated clearly that he wants Brett Favre to be the New York Jets' quarterback next season, but some players are bristling at the thought. Thu, 1 Jan 2009 14:52:23 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3804004&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines ESPN.com news services 2009-01-01T22:52:23Z http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?gameId=290010127&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Visit ESPN. com for the complete story. Thu, 1 Jan 2009 14:50:58 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?gameId=290010127&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-01T22:50:58Z http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=3804435&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines All-American running back Shonn Greene will skip his senior season at Iowa and enter the NFL draft. Thu, 1 Jan 2009 14:44:45 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=3804435&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines ESPN.com news services 2009-01-01T22:44:45Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/recap?gameId=290101004&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Visit ESPN. com for the complete story. Thu, 1 Jan 2009 14:42:56 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/recap?gameId=290101004&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-01T22:42:56Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3804434&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines After severing a two-decades relationship with head coach Mike Shanahan, the Denver Broncos are moving quickly to find his replacement. Thu, 1 Jan 2009 14:09:24 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3804434&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Bill Williamson 2009-01-01T22:09:24Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20081231&content_id=3730730&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb The remotes are ready in 50 million households and Major League Baseball somehow became even bigger starting at 6 p. m. ET Thursday with the launch of the MLB Network. Thu, 01 Jan 2009 18:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20081231&content_id=3730730&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb Mark Newman 2009-01-01T22:00:00Z http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=3804400&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Kansas State junior quarterback Josh Freeman said Thursday he will enter the NFL draft. Thu, 1 Jan 2009 13:43:57 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=3804400&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Joe Schad 2009-01-01T21:43:57Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090101&content_id=3731108&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb It's 2009 at last, and that means the MLB Network goes live in an estimated 50 million homes. It's the largest launch in cable network history, and we are liveblogging this New Year's Day all the way. Thu, 01 Jan 2009 17:30:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090101&content_id=3731108&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb Mark Newman 2009-01-01T21:30:00Z http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=3804083&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Jeff Tedford has agreed to a two-year contract extension with California that takes him through the 2015 season. Thu, 1 Jan 2009 13:19:20 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=3804083&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-01T21:19:20Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3803935&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines The Cleveland Browns have set a Thursday deadline for New England Patriots vice president Scott Pioli to make a decision on becoming the Browns' top football executive. Thu, 1 Jan 2009 12:55:57 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3803935&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines ESPN.com news services 2009-01-01T20:55:57Z http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/bowls08/news/story?id=3804066&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Ohio State star Chris "Beanie" Wells says he's still deciding whether he'll enter the NFL draft after the Fiesta Bowl. Thu, 1 Jan 2009 12:22:53 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/bowls08/news/story?id=3804066&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-01T20:22:53Z http://sports.espn.go.com/highschool/rise/football/news/story?id=3804043&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Football coach and athletic director Nick Lynch, who led Maryland's Suitland High School to two state championships and five straight playoff appearances, was killed in a two-car crash early Wednesday morning. Thu, 1 Jan 2009 12:03:17 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/highschool/rise/football/news/story?id=3804043&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines ESPN.com news services 2009-01-01T20:03:17Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3804041&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Ravens defensive coordinator Rex Ryan and Dolphins assistant Todd Bowles are coaching in the same playoff game on Sunday -- and possibly interviewing for the same head coaching jobs afterwards. Thu, 1 Jan 2009 11:42:35 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3804041&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines James Walker 2009-01-01T19:42:35Z http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=3804098&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Facing a March trial on charges of lying to a federal grand jury and obstructing justice in the BALCO case, Barry Bonds must first recuperate from hip surgery. Thu, 1 Jan 2009 09:43:03 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=3804098&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines ESPN.com news services 2009-01-01T17:43:03Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090101&content_id=3731108&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb It's 2009 at last, and that means the MLB Network goes live at 6 p. m. ET in an estimated 50 million homes. It's the largest launch in cable network history, and we are liveblogging this New Year's Day all the way. Thu, 01 Jan 2009 10:42:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090101&content_id=3731108&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb Mark Newman 2009-01-01T14:42:00Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20081226&content_id=3728653&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb Who will win the 2009 World Baseball Classic? Will a team duplicate the Rays' 2008 success and come out of nowhere in '09? Or will the Yankees' huge offseason put them over the top? Thu, 01 Jan 2009 10:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20081226&content_id=3728653&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb Tom Singer 2009-01-01T14:00:00Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20081229&content_id=3729885&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb The old guys are primping backstage, hoping for one more flood of spotlight when the 2009 curtain rises. The senior citizens of the mound set want to rock and roll, not settle into a rocking chair. Thu, 01 Jan 2009 08:11:24 EST http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20081229&content_id=3729885&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb Tom Singer 2009-01-01T13:11:24Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20081231&content_id=3731058&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb Amid a deep recession, the game of baseball and the game of life goes on, and it's hard to imagine a collective society anticipating a new calendar year more than this one. There are many reasons for that, and here are just 20 to consider. Thu, 01 Jan 2009 08:11:23 EST http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20081231&content_id=3731058&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb Mark Newman 2009-01-01T13:11:23Z http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20081226&content_id=3728653&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb Anything is possible. If we can take anything out of 2008 into 2009, that's it. Walls are merely hurdles to be cleared, holes simply lairs to jump out of, naysayers only the bakers of humble pies. Thu, 01 Jan 2009 08:11:18 EST http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20081226&content_id=3728653&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb Tom Singer 2009-01-01T13:11:18Z http://feeds.reuters.com/~r/reuters/sportsNews/~3/UsUyOLD7yrk/idUSTRE5000M320090101 CHICAGO (Reuters) - The Orlando Magic looked a different team from the one that stumbled to an untidy loss in their last game, an improved offensive display giving them a comprehensive 113-94 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday. sportsNews Thu, 01 Jan 2009 01:02:10 -0500 USTRE5000M320090101 2009-01-01T06:02:10Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3802824&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines The Dallas Cowboys fired special teams coach Bruce Read on Wednesday after two seasons with the organization. Wed, 31 Dec 2008 16:38:17 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3802824&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines ESPN.com news services 2009-01-01T00:38:17Z http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?gameId=283660221&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Visit ESPN. com for the complete story. Wed, 31 Dec 2008 16:37:25 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?gameId=283660221&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-01T00:37:25Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/recap?gameId=281231004&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Visit ESPN. com for the complete story. Wed, 31 Dec 2008 16:35:37 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/recap?gameId=281231004&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-01T00:35:37Z http://sports.espn.go.com/golf/news/story?id=3801877&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines John Daly said Wednesday he has been suspended for six months by the PGA Tour for conduct that brought unwelcome publicity, including a night in a North Carolina jail to sober up. Wed, 31 Dec 2008 16:23:13 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/golf/news/story?id=3801877&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2009-01-01T00:23:13Z http://sports.espn.go.com/ncb/recap?gameId=283660135&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Visit ESPN. com for the complete story. Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:52:19 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/ncb/recap?gameId=283660135&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2008-12-31T23:52:19Z http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=3802316&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines The Angels and left-hander Brian Fuentes have agreed to a two-year contract. Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:30:53 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=3802316&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines ESPN.com news services 2008-12-31T23:30:53Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3802509&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines In a tear-filled news conference the day after firing Mike Shanahan, Broncos owner Pat Bowlen gave no timetable for hiring the coach's replacement. Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:07:53 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3802509&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2008-12-31T23:07:53Z http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3802943&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines The New York Jets have received permission to speak with Baltimore defensive coordinator Rex Ryan for their vacant coaching job, a person familiar with the search told The Associated Press on Wednesday. Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:03:22 PST http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3802943&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines Associated Press 2008-12-31T23:03:22Z