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Bobcats continue mastery of Lakers, 109-89

2011-02-14T19:20:00.000-08:00

The Lakers were in Charlotte to face the Bobcats, which usually is a bad thing. The Lakers lost to Charlotte for the eighth time in the last 10 meetings, more

Los Angeles Times (blog) ( 2/14/2011 7:00:55 PM -08:00 )

Bobcats 109, Lakers 89 -- At the buzzer

I give you the totality of Phil Jackson's postgame press conference. If you want to call it that... "I just have this to say; more

ESPN (blog) ( 2/14/2011 6:56:56 PM -08:00 )

Box score

Charlotte, NC (Sports Network) - Gerald Wallace led a balanced attack with 20 points and 11 rebounds, as the Charlotte Bobcats handled the two-time more

USA Today ( 2/14/2011 6:44:45 PM -08:00 )

Bobcats rough up Kobe, Lakers in blowout
	Kobe Bryant reacts to a call during the Lakers' blowout loss to the Bobcats on Monday. CHARLOTTE, NC - Gerald Wallace scored 20 points, and the Charlotte more
msnbc.com ( 2/14/2011 6:24:36 PM -08:00 )

Lakers have struggled against Charlotte Bobcats

On paper, it appeared the Lakers have survived the hard portion of their seven-game trip. They have a 4-1 record, with three victories over teams that more

Los Angeles Times (blog) ( 2/14/2011 2:09:10 PM -08:00 )

Kobe misses shootaround with "aches and chills"
	Kobe Bryant misses shootaruond with "aches and chills" and is a game-time decision against Bobcats. Kobe Bryant missed his team's Monday morning shootaround more
CBSSports.com (blog) ( 2/14/2011 11:47:22 AM -08:00 )

Basketball moments that define L.A.
	Defining moments are like college recruits. Some are no-brainers from the second you see them and others take a few years to become more
ESPN ( 2/14/2011 11:47:16 AM -08:00 )

Kobe Bryant misses Lakers shootaround, will be a game-time decision

Lakers guard Kobe Bryant missed Monday's shootaround with "aches and chills," a team spokesman said. The spokesman said Bryant will be a "game-time" more

Los Angeles Times (blog) ( 2/14/2011 11:36:05 AM -08:00 )

Looking at the Lakers' connection to the Grammy's

In what's become a yearly ritual for the Lakers, they can count on two things happening in February. They leave the comfortable settings at Staples Center more

Los Angeles Times (blog) ( 2/14/2011 11:00:02 AM -08:00 )

Bobcats' Augustin has sore wrist; Diaw won't start

CHARLOTTE, NC (AP) — Charlotte Bobcats point guard DJ Augustin has a sprained left wrist and isn't expected to play against the Los Angeles Lakers. more

USA Today ( 2/14/2011 9:16:01 AM -08:00 )

Lakers look to nix the Bobcat jinx
	AP Lakers' Kobe Bryant has averaged 30.7 points against the Bobcats, but his team just can't seem to beat them. (Kent Smith/NBAE/Getty Images) Battling for more
CBC.ca ( 2/14/2011 8:53:00 AM -08:00 )

Los Angeles Lakers (38-17) at Charlotte Bobcats (23-31), 7 pm

By Sports Network The two-time defending NBA champion Los Angeles Lakers had trouble shooting and rebounding the last time out, and hope to put that behind more

MiamiHerald.com ( 2/14/2011 7:54:17 AM -08:00 )

Kobe's Greatest Hits

HANG TIME HEADQUARTERS – You've been asking for it since our Kobe's Top 10 Plays series began. And now it's here. The 2002-03 season was a special one for more

NBA.com (blog) ( 2/13/2011 11:19:55 AM -08:00 )

Ex-Laker star arriving

MANILA, Philippines - NBA legend AC Green will visit Manila in April as part of the program being conducted by the Jr. NBA Philippines. more

Manila Bulletin ( 2/13/2011 12:23:18 AM -08:00 )

Los Angeles Lakers Suffer Big Loss to Charlotte Bobcats - NBA

Recap of the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and Charlotte Bobcats on February 14th, 2011. The Los Angeles Lakers have been in bad form for the last more

Crunchsports.com ( 2/14/2011 7:17:41 PM -08:00 )

NBA: Charlotte 109, Los Angeles Lakers 89

CHARLOTTE, NC, Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Gerald Wallace and Gerald Henderson combined for 38 points Monday, leading the Charlotte Bobcats to a 109-89 decision over more

UPI.com ( 2/14/2011 7:10:10 PM -08:00 )

Bobcats beat Lakers again

CHARLOTTE – For a day that started with one starter being declared out with a wrist injury and another starter oversleeping to miss shootaround, more

Gaston Gazette ( 2/14/2011 7:08:01 PM -08:00 )

Report: Kobe will play despite illness, Lakers still favored

By COVERS.COM STAFF Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Kobe Bryant missed Monday's shootaround and was a game-time decision for tonight's game against more

Covers ( 2/14/2011 6:51:52 PM -08:00 )

Final: Bobcats 109, Lakers 89

It was the fourth game for the Lakers in five nights but it was hard to find any excuse sturdy enough to justify Monday night's 109-89 loss more

OCRegister ( 2/14/2011 6:48:45 PM -08:00 )

Bobcats smoke Lakers, 109-89

More photos » Bob Leverone - AP The Bobcats still have the Lakers' number. Charlotte continued the most more

Rufus on Fire ( 2/14/2011 6:37:48 PM -08:00 )

Clowney's situation proves recruiting can affect many lives if you let it

2011-02-14T18:50:00.000-08:00

Defensive end Jadeveon Clowney has garnered YouTube fame for his repeated blowups of opposing O-linemen as a prepster. COLUMBIA, SC -- South Carolina more

SI.com ( 2/14/2011 4:13:35 PM -08:00 )

Spurrier: Clowney on track academically

There have been rumblings that the nation's top prospect, defensive end Jadeveon Clowney of Rock Hill, SC, might struggle to qualify more

ESPN (blog) ( 2/14/2011 4:03:04 PM -08:00 )

Clowney sending his talents to Gamecocks

We can all breathe a little easier again. Our long national nightmare is officially over. In an announcement that was broadcast live on ESPN's SportsCenter, more

msnbc.com ( 2/14/2011 2:03:31 PM -08:00 )

Clowney sends signed LOI to Gamecocks

Unlike last year's top-rated player, there won't be any “will he, won't he” drama when it comes to Jadeveon Clowney. South Carolina announced via a press more

msnbc.com ( 2/14/2011 2:03:32 PM -08:00 )

Clowney makes his pick, and now we can move on

Well, at least we got past Jadeveon Clowney's Big Moment without needing a shower. The nation's No. 1 recruit didn't tease us with the ol' more

CBSSports.com ( 2/14/2011 12:34:51 PM -08:00 )

Clowney's impact stretches beyond field

On the field, the Gamecocks should have a chance next season to be as good as anybody in the league in the defensive line. As the No. more

ESPN (blog) ( 2/14/2011 12:30:48 PM -08:00 )

Clowney says he will be eligible to play

Thayer Evans is the Senior College Football Writer for FOXSports.com. He previously wrote for The New York Times and Houston Chronicle, and also has written more

FOXSports.com ( 2/14/2011 11:59:16 AM -08:00 )

Face facts: Clowney decision circus now the rule, not the exception

Jadeveon Clowney settled on South Carolina a week ago, but waited to announce on Feb. 14 because he isn't "good at saying no." ROCK HILL, SC -- During one more

SI.com ( 2/14/2011 11:30:50 AM -08:00 )

Last day of the circus

ROCK HILL, SC -- At 11 am, Al Leonard took a sweeping look at the emptying auditorium before him and exhaled. "Finally," the principal said more

ESPN (blog) ( 2/14/2011 10:36:01 AM -08:00 )

Jadeveon Clowney Picks South Carolina (VIDEO)

Jadeveon Clowney will become a Gamecock come next season, staying close to home. The announcement came after a tough decision between South Carolina, more

Huffington Post ( 2/14/2011 10:28:40 AM -08:00 )

Jadeveon Clowney Picks the South Carolina Gamecocks Over Clemson and Alabama

After a long, suspenseful wait... Number 1 prospect Jadeveon Clowney makes his college choice. Clowney committed to in-state South Carolina over Clemson and more

espn.com ( 2/14/2011 10:10:46 AM -08:00 )

Jadeveon Clowney finally makes his decision, chooses South Carolina

College football fans who just can't get enough of being toyed with by high school seniors got some extra love this Valentine's Day, as top football recruit more

Los Angeles Times ( 2/14/2011 8:52:02 AM -08:00 )

Clowney signing boosts Gamecocks, stings 'Bama, Clemson

A year ago, head coach Steve Spurrier used a few dance moves to win over the mother of prized recruit Marcus Lattimore. more

CBSSports.com ( 2/14/2011 8:32:51 AM -08:00 )

Top 2011 recruit Clowney ends suspense, picks South Carolina

No. 1 overall recruit Jadeveon Clowney picked South Carolina in part because of his desire to play in the SEC. more

SI.com ( 2/14/2011 8:29:08 AM -08:00 )

Top High School Football Recruit Jadeveon Clowney Chooses South Carolina

Jadeveon Clowney announces his college football commitment to the University of South Carolina more

Bloomberg ( 2/14/2011 8:13:09 AM -08:00 )

South Carolina Lands Clowney

Jadeveon Clowney, the top recruit in the country, will play for the South Carolina Gamecocks. Bryan Fischer joins Lauren Shehadi to discuss the decision. more

CBSSports.com ( 2/14/2011 7:53:54 AM -08:00 )

Jadeveon Clowney to South Carolina: Is SEC East theirs?
	The Gamecocks, who won their first SEC East Division title and played in their first conference championship game last season, just landed the No. more
Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog) ( 2/14/2011 7:49:01 AM -08:00 )

Jadeveon Clowney picks Gamecocks

Clowney, ESPN Recruiting's No. 1 overall prospect in the country, said he strongly considered Alabama, but that it was just too far from home. more

ESPN (blog) ( 2/14/2011 7:36:59 AM -08:00 )

Clowney chooses South Carolina

Defensive end Jadeveon Clowney, the nation's No. 1 recruit, has chosen to play for South Carolina instead of Clemson. more

ESPN (blog) ( 2/14/2011 7:35:49 AM -08:00 )

Jadeveon Clowney decides to play for South Carolina

Jadeveon Clowney has made his decision: He will play for South Carolina. Clowney, the top-rated recruit in the country as a defensive end at more

Washington Post (blog) ( 2/14/2011 7:32:11 AM -08:00 )

Penguins-Islanders mayhem bucks fighting trend

2011-02-14T18:29:00.000-08:00

The NHL has no intention of fining Mario Lemieux for his critical public remarks on the league's handling of disciplinary matters following the New York more

TSN (blog) ( 2/14/2011 7:14:11 PM -08:00 )

Sutter weighs in on Lemieux

By RANDY SPORTAK, QMI Agency Still, the Calgary Flames coach doesn't want to see the goon-show exploits witnessed in Friday night's brawlfest between the more

CANOE ( 2/14/2011 7:09:05 PM -08:00 )

Steve Yzerman, Zenon Konopka offer different takes on Mario Lemieux's comments

On one side, there's one of the Islanders who was on the ice during the mayhem: 2009-10 penalty minute leader Zenon Konopka. To the surprise of few, more

msnbc.com ( 2/14/2011 6:48:49 PM -08:00 )

NHL still has work to do to reduce head shots

Matt Cooke #24 of the Pittsburgh Penguins checks Fedor Tyutin #51 of the Columbus Blue Jackets more

Ottawa Citizen ( 2/14/2011 6:38:15 PM -08:00 )

Penguins-Islanders mayhem bucks fighting trend
	The Pittsburgh Penguins understood the hockey code of justice demanded there would be New York Islanders' retribution Friday for more
USA Today ( 2/14/2011 6:29:35 PM -08:00 )

Wilson tells Leafs goalies not to drop their gloves

With the recent spate of goalie fights, not including the tussle the Pittsburgh Penguins' Brent Johnson had with forward more

Toronto Sun ( 2/14/2011 6:16:28 PM -08:00 )

Mario Lemieux should back up tough talk with action
	Pittsburgh Penguins co-owner and Hall of Fame member blasts the NHL's handling of brawls between his team and the New York Islanders but employs 'enforcer' more
Los Angeles Times ( 2/14/2011 5:17:45 PM -08:00 )

NHL players, management have Mario Lemieux's back
	Reaction to Mario Lemieux's outrage at the NHL diverged along player and management lines Monday. The Pittsburgh Penguins co-owner's stature among the more
Globe and Mail ( 2/14/2011 5:08:56 PM -08:00 )

Players agree with Lemieux: no more cheap shots

A series of line brawls and goalie fights has put the NHL on highlight reels across North America recently, but some players agree with Pittsburgh Penguins more

Montreal Gazette ( 2/14/2011 4:33:16 PM -08:00 )

Myths abound on hockey fights

Pittsburgh Penguins' Mike Rupp (L) and Washington Capitals' John Erskine throw punches during their more

Montreal Gazette ( 2/14/2011 4:30:42 PM -08:00 )

Tempers on ice

Travis Hamonic #36 of the New York Islanders fights Michael Rupp #17 of the Pittsburgh Penguins more

Ottawa Citizen ( 2/14/2011 3:46:03 PM -08:00 )

Say something

It was as predictable as the swallows flocking to Capistrano. No sooner had the words of rebuke for the NHL come out of Mario Lemieux's mouth Sunday more

FOXSports.com ( 2/14/2011 3:42:28 PM -08:00 )

Zenon Konopka fires back at Mario Lemieux

Zenon Konopka said he is dead serious about taking down the Mario Lemieux poster from his wall in the home where he grew up in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. more

Newsday (subscription) ( 2/14/2011 3:42:23 PM -08:00 )

Konopka rips Super Mario

The Islanders' Zenon Konopka fights The Flames' Tom Kostopoulos in Calgary on Jan. 3. (STUART DRYDEN/QMI AGENCY) Mario Lemieux more

Toronto Sun ( 2/14/2011 3:32:02 PM -08:00 )

Zenon Konopka threatens his Mario Lemieux poster with takedown

Mario better watch out, or 'Z' might take all his Mario McFarlane toys, put them in a pillow case and throw them into the river, more

Yahoo! Sports (blog) ( 2/14/2011 3:28:38 PM -08:00 )

Mario Lemieux may not be fined for calling out Isles, NHL

No one in the NHL office is speaking up about Lemieux's harsh statement from Sunday, but a source reports that there may not be a fine forthcoming from more

Newsday (subscription) (blog) ( 2/14/2011 3:27:04 PM -08:00 )

Leafs players say Lemieux has right to speak out

But where they have respect for the owner of the Pittsburgh Penguins, who will not be fined by the National Hockey League for more

Toronto Sun ( 2/14/2011 3:19:40 PM -08:00 )

Mario Lemieux puts spotlight on NHL brawl between Penguins, Islanders

Brawling is the word of the day in the NHL. Mario Lemieux, one of the most celebrated players in the history of the game and co-owner of the Pittsburgh more

Los Angeles Times ( 2/14/2011 3:07:24 PM -08:00 )

Islanders' Konopka fires back at Lemieux's comments

Zenon Konopka of the New York Islanders steals the puck from Ryan Craig of the Pittsburgh Penguins on more

Montreal Gazette ( 2/14/2011 2:23:36 PM -08:00 )

Analyzing Mario Lemieux's comments

As human beings, we'd always like to have it both ways. I know I've been guilty of that about 1000 times. And so it is with both Penguins icon Mario Lemieux more

ESPN ( 2/14/2011 1:49:15 PM -08:00 )

Laviolette excited to land Versteeg

2011-02-14T18:26:00.000-08:00

Some 30000 feet over the continental US on Monday, Philadelphia Flyers general manager Paul Holmgren and head coach Peter more

Toronto Sun ( 2/14/2011 7:04:31 PM -08:00 )

Toronto trades Kris Versteeg to Philadelphia for 2011 first and third round picks

Versteeg was acquired in the off-season by Burke after winning the Stanley Cup in Chicago last season in a salary cutting move by the Blackhawks. more

msnbc.com ( 2/14/2011 6:48:48 PM -08:00 )

Laviolette excited to land Versteeg

Philadelphia Flyers coach Peter Laviolette has plenty of time to fill out the lineup card for Tuesday's game at more

NHL.com ( 2/14/2011 6:26:45 PM -08:00 )

Trade analysis: Flyers acquire Kris Versteeg for 1st, 3rd-rounders

The Leafs' sell-off is in full swing, with Toronto getting back into the first-round by dealing Kris Versteeg to the Flyers for Philly's first and more

Newsday (subscription) ( 2/14/2011 4:38:51 PM -08:00 )

Flyers acquire Versteeg from Leafs

By Sports Network The Philadelphia Flyers acquired forward Kris Versteeg from the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday in exchange for two draft picks. more

MiamiHerald.com ( 2/14/2011 4:03:27 PM -08:00 )

Leafs ship Versteeg to Flyers for first-round pick

Kris Versteeg scored 15 goals and 21 assists in 53 games with the Toronto Maple Leafs this year. Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brian Burke has more

National Post (blog) ( 2/14/2011 3:44:24 PM -08:00 )

Leafs send Versteeg to Flyers for draft picks

Kris Versteeg's tenure in Toronto turned out to be a very short one as the Maple Leafs have sent the 24-year-old forward to the Philadelphia Flyers in more

TSN ( 2/14/2011 3:15:20 PM -08:00 )

NHL: Leafs Trade Versteeg To Flyers in Exchange for Draft Picks

Brian Burke's pre-deadline dealing has continued. The Toronto Maple Leafs general manager has acquired a 2011 first and third round pick more

DigitalJournal.com ( 2/14/2011 7:11:00 PM -08:00 )

Flyers acquire Kris Versteeg from Maple Leafs
	The Flyers acquired Kris Versteeg from the Maple Leafs for a 1st and a 3rd round draft pick. This move show that GM Paul Holmgren wants the Flyers to win more
Sports Page Network (satire) ( 2/14/2011 6:59:32 PM -08:00 )

Taking a First Look at the Versteeg trade to Philadelphia
	After only 53 games with the Toronto Maple Leafs, Kris Versteeg has been traded to the Philadelphia Flyers, in exchange for a 2011 first and third round more
Sports Haze ( 2/14/2011 6:48:20 PM -08:00 )

Flyers trade draft picks for Versteeg

The Flyers traded a first and a third round draft pick in this year's draft to Toronto on Monday for right win Kris Versteeg. Versteeg, 24, has 14 goals and more

Glens Falls Post-Star (blog) ( 2/14/2011 6:45:44 PM -08:00 )

Kris Versteeg Traded to the Flyers: How Does the Blackhawks Trade Look Now?

Former Blackhawks forward Kris Versteeg was traded to the Philadelphia Flyers on Monday for the Flyers' first and third round selections in the 2011 Draft. more

ChicagoNow (blog) ( 2/14/2011 6:43:44 PM -08:00 )

Flyers acquire Kris Versteeg from Maple Leafs for draft picks

Flyers general manager Paul Holmgren made a very bold statement Monday when he acquired 24-year-old Kris Versteeg from the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange more

Asbury Park Press ( 2/14/2011 6:12:29 PM -08:00 )

Peter Laviolette talks about Kris Versteeg trade [Transcript]

Kris Versteeg's excited to be a member of the Philadelphia Flyers, and apparently, his new coach is more

Broad Street Hockey (blog) ( 2/14/2011 6:12:00 PM -08:00 )

Laviolette likes what Versteeg brings to Flyers

“We got a look at him last year in the Finals and in Toronto this year,” the Flyers coach said. “He's a highly-skilled player who will more

Comcast SportsNet Philadelphia ( 2/14/2011 6:02:37 PM -08:00 )

BREAKING TRADE: Maple Leafs Trade Versteeg To Flyers For Draft Picks
	First reported earlier in the evening by TSN's Bob McKenzie, the Toronto Maple Leafs later confirmed that they have dealt versatile forward Kris Versteeg to more
Bleacher Report ( 2/14/2011 5:34:24 PM -08:00 )

Leafs Trade Kris Versteeg For Picks: Audi Is Outie

by PPP on Feb 14, 2011 8:06 PM EST in News More photos » Nathan Denette - AP The Toronto Maple Leafs have traded 24 year old Kris Versteeg to the more

Pension Plan Puppets ( 2/14/2011 5:15:03 PM -08:00 )

Kris Versteeg Overvalued by Philadelphia Flyers: Why They Spent Too Much
	Kris Versteeg was an instrumental part of the magical Stanley Cup run last year by the Chicago Blackhawks as he scored 14 points in 22 games to help bring more
Bleacher Report ( 2/14/2011 5:08:09 PM -08:00 )

Flyers acquire Versteeg from Leafs

TORONTO - The Toronto Maple Leafs traded forward Kris Versteeg to the Philadelphia Flyers for draft picks on Monday. In return, the Leafs get first-round more

Cecil Whig ( 2/14/2011 5:04:42 PM -08:00 )

Leafs trade Versteeg to Philadelphia for draft picks

Kris Versteeg celebrates a goal while playing against the Florida Panthers in Toronto on Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2011. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette. more

CityNews ( 2/14/2011 4:56:49 PM -08:00 )

NFL Claims Union Is Not Bargaining in Good Faith

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For the NFL fans who didn't make it through the second year of law school, the story Monday about the more

Yahoo! Sports ( 2/14/2011 7:00:50 PM -08:00 )

NFL Claims Union Is Not Bargaining in Good Faith

The NFL filed an unfair labor practice charge against the players' union Monday, alleging that the union has failed to bargain in good more

New York Times ( 2/14/2011 6:20:57 PM -08:00 )

NFL files complaint against players' union

Could last week's Super Bowl be the last NFL game we get to see in 2011? The National Football League on Monday filed an unfair labor practice charge more

CNN (blog) ( 2/14/2011 6:13:34 PM -08:00 )

NFL files unfair labour practice complaint against union

By Sports Network New York, NY – The NFL owners and the players' union continue to be at odds in negotiating a new collective bargaining agreement, more

Toronto Sun ( 2/14/2011 6:01:45 PM -08:00 )

NFL files charge against players' union

The soap opera that is the collective bargaining process between the NFL and the NFLPA took another interesting twist Monday, as the league filed an unfair more

Seattle Post Intelligencer (blog) ( 2/14/2011 4:27:41 PM -08:00 )

NFL files unfair labor practice charge against players' union

The NFL filed a charge of an unfair labor practice against the players' union Monday with the National Labor Relations Board, accusing the more

Washington Post ( 2/14/2011 4:17:01 PM -08:00 )

NFL's complaint vs. NFLPA one step in sides' legal wrangling

History won't repeat itself on the labor battleground if the NFL has its way. The NFL filed a charge with the National Labor more

USA Today ( 2/14/2011 4:11:04 PM -08:00 )

NFL files labor claim; says players aren't negotiating in good faith

In case you thought the current NFL labor mess was at its ugliest when the owners walked out of a recent bargaining session, or when Carolina more

Yahoo! Sports (blog) ( 2/14/2011 3:18:53 PM -08:00 )

NFL files unfair labour practice complaint against union

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell speaks during a press conference at the Super Bowl XLV media center on more

Montreal Gazette ( 2/14/2011 3:17:01 PM -08:00 )

Prolonged labor strife could give some competitive advantage
	By Pat Kirwan NFL.com Most people just want NFL football in 2011 and couldn't care less about the daily labor issue chatter. more
NFL News ( 2/14/2011 2:55:08 PM -08:00 )

NFL files complaint vs. NFLPA, alleges sham bargaining
	The NFL filed a formal complaint with the National Labor Relations Board on Monday charging that the league's Players Association more
USA Today ( 2/14/2011 2:27:08 PM -08:00 )

NFL Files Unfair-Labor Practice Charge Against Union

The National Football League filed an unfair-labor-practices complaint with the National Labor Relations more

Bloomberg ( 2/14/2011 1:36:36 PM -08:00 )

Fan reaction: NFL labor issues

This article was produced by a member of the Yahoo! Contributor Network, where users like you are published on Yahoo! Last week, we received positive signs more

Yahoo! Sports ( 2/14/2011 1:16:28 PM -08:00 )

Fan: My reactions to the NFL labor agreement (or lack thereof)

This article was produced by a member of the Yahoo! Contributor Network, where users like you are published on Yahoo! By now no one is a stranger to the more

Yahoo! Sports ( 2/14/2011 1:10:23 PM -08:00 )

NFLPA talk of 'disrupting' scouting combine

Reps from the NFL Players Association and agents have a conference call Monday and one of the topics will be the possibility of boycotting more

Yahoo! Sports ( 2/14/2011 1:00:15 PM -08:00 )

Rookies, agents won't boycott NFL Combine
	Profootballtalk.com reports that incoming rookies and agents have decided against boycotting the Scouting Combine. It was just an empty threat. more
msnbc.com ( 2/14/2011 12:06:51 PM -08:00 )

Potential franchise-tag numbers highlighted by increase for DTs

By Jason La Canfora NFL Network The NFL Management Council has yet to release official franchise-tag numbers for the 2011 more

NFL News ( 2/14/2011 11:36:39 AM -08:00 )

Dear football fan,

The Superbowl is over. But the real combat is just beginning. This time it's not Packers v. Steelers. It's Workers v. Bosses. And for thousands of workers more

Huffington Post ( 2/14/2011 10:58:09 AM -08:00 )

Myers: Sensible solutions to the NFL's labor woes
	The NFL players and owners need to find a way to share before the league is ripped apart. In the most popular and profitable sports league in the country, more
New York Daily News ( 2/13/2011 2:10:36 AM -08:00 )

Fans shouldn't be forgotten in NFL labor dispute

It is quite possible for an NFL fan to have read Leo Tolstoy's War and Peace three times during the time period NFL heads feuded about the soon-to-be more

Orlando Sentinel ( 2/14/2011 6:35:57 PM -08:00 )

Skiiing: Victory for Svindal

2011-02-14T08:54:00.000-08:00

	Aksel Lund Svindal retained his world super combined title while Christof Innerhofer took his third medal of the championships with second place. more
SkySports ( 2/14/2011 8:54:07 AM -08:00 )

Norway's Svindal defends ski super combined title

GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, Germany — Norway's Aksel Lund Svindal retained the men's world super combined title on Monday with Italy's Christof Innerhofer more

AFP ( 2/14/2011 7:30:00 AM -08:00 )

SVINDAL RETAINS CROWN

Norway's Aksel Lund Svindal retained his super-combined title at the World Skiing Championships on Monday in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. more

Sportinglife.com ( 2/14/2011 7:07:33 AM -08:00 )

Svindal Retains Super-Combined Ski Gold; Miller, Ligety Fail to Finish

The Norwegian finished with a total time of 2 minutes, 54.51 seconds in the event, which combines more

Bloomberg ( 2/14/2011 6:52:58 AM -08:00 )

Svindal retains super combined title
	Downhill fast: First placed Norway's Aksel Lund Svindal, second placed Italy's Christof Innerhofer and third placed Italy's Peter Fill celebrate after the more
NEWS.com.au ( 2/14/2011 6:46:20 AM -08:00 )

Alpine skiing: Svindal retains super combined title
	Aksel Lund Svindal of Norway reacts after his downhill part of the men's super combined race at the Alpine Skiing World Championships in more
Reuters ( 2/14/2011 6:20:13 AM -08:00 )

Alpine skiing: Svindal retains super combined title

GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, Germany (Reuters) - Norwegian Aksel Lund Svindal ended the run of world championships upsets by retaining his more

Los Angeles Times ( 2/14/2011 6:18:15 AM -08:00 )

APPEAL AGAINST INNERHOFER REJECTED AT SKIING WORLD CUP

(AGI) Garmisch -The appeal Italy presented against the official time recorded in the downhill race that was part of the super-combined event by Innerhofer more

Agenzia Giornalistica Italia ( 2/14/2011 5:15:34 AM -08:00 )

Gold at last for Svindal - Innerhofer gets third medal
	Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany (dpa) - Aksel Lund Svindal of Norway hung on to a big lead from the morning downhill to claim back-to-back super-combined more
digibet.info ( 2/14/2011 8:04:26 AM -08:00 )

Holder Svindal tops downhill portion in super-combined
	Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany (dpa) - Aksel Lund Svindal of Norway set the stage for back-to-back super-combined skiing world titles on Monday by more
digibet.info ( 2/14/2011 3:22:44 AM -08:00 )

Norwegian skier Aksel Lund Svindal retains super-combined title at world

GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, Germany — Aksel Lund Svindal of Norway recovered from a head-jarring crash to retain his super-combined world championship title more

The Canadian Press ( 2/14/2011 7:40:00 AM -08:00 )

Svindal wins men's super-combined at worlds

AP Aksel Lund Svindal retained his super-combined world championship title Monday by beating two Italians. The Norwegian led comfortably more

eTaiwan News ( 2/14/2011 6:18:31 AM -08:00 )

Alpine skiing-Svindal retains world super combined title

GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, Germany, Feb 14 (Reuters) - Norwegian Aksel Lund Svindal ended the run of world championships upsets by retaining his title in the more

Yahoo! Eurosport UK ( 2/14/2011 6:04:03 AM -08:00 )

Svindal leads men's super-combined at worlds

AP Aksel Lund Svindal of Norway is well placed to defend his super-combined world championship title after comfortably winning the more

eTaiwan News ( 2/14/2011 2:49:04 AM -08:00 )

Svindal seizes on Kostelic's absence to retain title

AKSEL LUND SVINDAL blew away the competition to comfortably defend his super combined World Championship title at the FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in more

More Than The Games ( 2/14/2011 6:18:58 AM -08:00 )

Svindal wins men's super-combined at worlds

AP GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, Germany (AP) — Aksel Lund Svindal has retained his super-combined world championship title by beating two Italians. more

KHOU ( 2/14/2011 6:01:54 AM -08:00 )

Svindal leads men's super-combined at worlds

GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, Germany - Aksel Lund Svindal is closing in on defending his super-combined world championship title after winning the downhill more

Metro Canada - Vancouver ( 2/14/2011 5:05:38 AM -08:00 )

Attorney: Edwards is deposed in sex tape lawsuit

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Houston Chronicle ( 2/14/2011 8:58:06 AM -08:00 )

Attorney: Edwards is deposed in sex tape lawsuit

An attorney for a former John Edwards aide says the two-time presidential candidate from North Carolina has given sworn statements in a lawsuit over a more

Seattle Times ( 2/14/2011 8:22:36 AM -08:00 )

Edwards testifies in civil suit

[F]ormer senator and Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards testified earlier this week in a civil lawsuit his former mistress brought against a more

Politico (blog) ( 2/12/2011 5:03:28 PM -08:00 )

John Edwards Deposed in Civil Suit

John Edwards is talking again about his affair with Rielle Hunter -- but this time he was under oath. Edwards was deposed earlier this week in more

ABC News ( 2/11/2011 3:59:11 PM -08:00 )

John Edwards Was Deposed Again in Chapel Hill

The investigations never seem to end for John Edwards. The issue of Edwards' affair with Rielle Hunter was once again the main discussion more

WCHL 1360 ( 2/13/2011 12:53:15 PM -08:00 )

Edwards finishes testimony in purported sex tape case

Chapel Hill, NC — WRAL News has learned that former senator and Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards testified earlier this week in a civil more

WRAL.com ( 2/12/2011 9:12:16 AM -08:00 )

Attorney: Edwards is deposed in sex tape lawsuit

AP RALEIGH, NC -- An attorney for a former John Edwards aide says the two-time presidential candidate from North Carolina has given sworn statements in a more

Washington Post ( 2/14/2011 8:30:55 AM -08:00 )

Attorney: John Edwards has given sworn statement in lawsuit over purported sex

RALEIGH, NC — An attorney for a former John Edwards aide says the two-time presidential candidate has given sworn statements in a lawsuit over a purported more

The Canadian Press ( 2/14/2011 8:30:00 AM -08:00 )

Giants 'torture' gives way to 'hysteria'

2011-02-14T08:52:00.000-08:00

That town-hall meeting with season-ticket holders the night before FanFest put a sword through the notion that ballplayers are in this solely for the money. more

San Francisco Chronicle ( 2/13/2011 11:49:43 PM -08:00 )

SF Giants worried about toll of long 2010 on arms

Jeff Chiu / AP Matt Cain, Tim Lincecum and Jonathan Sanchez each set new highs in innings last season. Commissioner Bud Selig rarely speaks off the cuff. more

San Francisco Chronicle ( 2/13/2011 12:14:28 AM -08:00 )

Giants' 'torture' gives way to 'hysteria

Tim Lincecum gets a three-cop escort at the San Francisco Giants FanFest held at AT&T Park in San Francisco, Calif. Saturday Feb. 5, 2011. more

San Jose Mercury News ( 2/12/2011 8:13:42 PM -08:00 )

Giants | To watch starters like a hawk

San Francisco Giants pitching coach Dave Righetti said he intends to monitor the starting pitchers like a hawk this spring after most of them threw career more

KFFL ( 2/14/2011 6:13:24 AM -08:00 )

Spring brings new challenges for champions
	Fresh start: Tim Lincecum was dominant during the Giants' postseason run, but heads to spring training with a lot of extra innings on his arm. more
San Francisco Examiner ( 2/13/2011 9:07:56 AM -08:00 )

All you need is (World Series) love

Two years ago, at a preseason event for Giants fans, star pitcher Tim Lincecum needed two police officers to help shield him from the more

San Jose Mercury News ( 2/12/2011 5:27:05 PM -08:00 )

Texas Coaching Carousel: Who's Next? Duane Akina, that's who.

2011-02-14T08:45:00.000-08:00

A month after he left Texas for a similar position at Arizona, Duane Akina will return to the program to replace Jerry Gray. Yes, you read that correctly. more

Dallas Morning News (blog) ( 2/14/2011 8:39:38 AM -08:00 )

Byrne: Akina leaving Arizona

A month after leaving Texas for Arizona, which was widely viewed as a homecoming to a program he'd coached for 14 seasons, he's returning to more

ESPN (blog) ( 2/14/2011 8:13:38 AM -08:00 )

Reports: Duane Akina back as Texas defensive backs coach

In the wake of new secondary coach Jerry Gray accepting the defensive coordinator job with the Tennessee Titans, reports have emerged that Duane Akina, more

Dallas Morning News (blog) ( 2/14/2011 8:08:50 AM -08:00 )

Duane Akina looks headed back to Texas

Arizona athletic director Greg Byrne announced via his Twitter feed on Monday morning that Wildcats defensive backs coach Duane Akina told more

ESPN (blog) ( 2/14/2011 8:01:37 AM -08:00 )

Texas Coaching Carousel: Who's Next? Duane Akina, that's who.

by TXStampede on Feb 14, 2011 10:24 AM CST More photos » Nati Harnik - AP 4 months ago: Texas head coach Mack Brown, left, and assistant head more

Burnt Orange Nation ( 2/14/2011 8:45:47 AM -08:00 )

UT football: Akina returns to replace Gray

AUSTIN — Duane Akina's relocation to the desert turned out to be more of a winter vacation. Less than a month after leaving his job as Texas' defensive more

San Antonio Express (blog) ( 2/14/2011 8:41:53 AM -08:00 )

Arizona confirms Akina headed back to Texas

A spokesman for the University of Arizona athletic department confirmed moments ago that the Wildcats more

Austin American-Statesman (blog) ( 2/14/2011 8:31:05 AM -08:00 )

Duane Akina is returning to coach at Texas, report says

No one covers University of Texas sports like the American-Statesman beat writers. Check out their news, notes and random thoughts here all season long. more

Austin American-Statesman (blog) ( 2/14/2011 8:20:41 AM -08:00 )

Steelers' Harrison having 'routine' back surgery

2011-02-14T08:42:00.000-08:00

	Harrison revealed the information on his Twitter account, also announcing that he will be "should only be down 4-6 weeks". While it's unknown what part of more
TSN ( 2/14/2011 8:23:12 AM -08:00 )

Morning take: James Harrison surgery

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison tweets that he's having surgery today and will be out 4-6 weeks. Morning take: Harrison dealt more

ESPN (blog) ( 2/14/2011 5:02:08 AM -08:00 )

Steelers LB Harrison set for Monday surgery on right shoulder

By NFL.com Wire Reports Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison said he is scheduled to undergo surgery on his right shoulder Monday. more

NFL News ( 2/13/2011 2:14:47 PM -08:00 )

James Harrison to undergo shoulder surgery
	James Harrison disclosed on his Twitter account that he's set to undergo surgery on his right shoulder Monday. "Should only be down 4 to 6 weeks," Harrison more
msnbc.com ( 2/13/2011 10:32:44 AM -08:00 )

Steelers' Harrison having 'routine' back surgery

Steelers linebacker James Harrison was scheduled to have surgery on his back this morning that his agent called more

Pittsburgh Post Gazette ( 2/14/2011 8:42:53 AM -08:00 )

Harrison to have shoulder surgery

By PFW staff Steelers OLB James Harrison will undergo shoulder surgery on Monday, the player told his followers on Twitter. It is expected the procedure more

Pro Football Weekly ( 2/14/2011 7:44:47 AM -08:00 )

James Harrison Says He'll Have Surgery

AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez PITTSBURGH -- Steelers linebacker James Harrison said on Twitter that he'll have shoulder surgery Monday. more

WTAE Pittsburgh ( 2/14/2011 7:11:31 AM -08:00 )

Steelers' James Harrison Readies for Shoulder Surgery -- NFL FanHouse

James Harrison recorded four sacks and 15 tackles in three postseason games this year. Imagine what he could have done if he was healthy. more

FanHouse ( 2/13/2011 11:58:57 PM -08:00 )

Steelers LB Harrison to undergo shoulder surgery

NFL.com reported that Harrison made the announcement Friday on his Twitter feed. "Ill be having surgery on Monday, should only be down 4 to 6 weeks," more

SportingNews.com ( 2/13/2011 8:50:41 PM -08:00 )

Harrison Scheduled For Shoulder Surgery On Monday
	Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker James Harrison is set to undergo shoulder surgery on Monday morning. The shoulder bothered Harrison for more
Football News Now ( 2/13/2011 8:09:15 PM -08:00 )

Steelers' James Harrison set to undergo surgery

Pittsburgh Steelers LB James Harrison is set to have surgery on Monday to repair a right shoulder injury. “Should only be down 4 to 6 weeks,” Harrison said more

Tucson Citizen ( 2/13/2011 4:06:08 PM -08:00 )

James Harrison to undergo surgery Monday

It sounds like there's a good explanation for why Pittsburgh Steelers star linebacker James Harrison didn't turn in his trademark intimidating performance more

National Football Post ( 2/13/2011 11:48:06 AM -08:00 )

James Harrison set to go under the knife

Despite recording a sack, Steelers linebacker James Harrison was unusually quiet during the Super Bowl. One reason may have been an injury that was more

ProFootballTalk ( 2/13/2011 11:30:43 AM -08:00 )

Game Notes: Miami at Boston

2011-02-14T08:41:00.000-08:00

If you listened closely, you could hear the early postgame grumbling following the Boston Celtics' 85-82 victory over the Miami Heat on Sunday more

Yahoo! Sports (blog) ( 2/14/2011 7:05:34 AM -08:00 )

Video: Rajon Rondo sneaks a peek into the Miami huddle

Yesterday's battle between the Celtics and Heat came down to the wire, with Boston pulling out the 85-82 win in large part because LeBron more

Yahoo! Sports (blog) ( 2/14/2011 6:05:20 AM -08:00 )

Rajon Rondo Smothers LeBron James: Celtics Point Guard Harasses Heat Huddle

Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo did just about everything in Boston's 85-82 victory over Miami, recording his third triple-double of the season. more

Huffington Post ( 2/14/2011 5:12:40 AM -08:00 )

Rondo's triple-double helps Celtics cool Heat

By AP LeBron James and the Miami Heat couldn't win in Boston in the regular season. And now they might have to do it in the playoffs. more

TheChronicleHerald.ca ( 2/14/2011 2:08:34 AM -08:00 )

Wizards top Cleveland, end own long streak

AP Elise Amendola / AP Four Celtics surround LeBron James as Boston ends Miami's eight-game winning streak to reclaim the top spot in the Eastern Conference more

San Francisco Chronicle ( 2/14/2011 12:22:01 AM -08:00 )

Cold shoulder

For the Heat, this was the definition of a made-to-order handicap match with the Celtics. They couldn't have been playing much better, more

Boston Globe ( 2/13/2011 11:39:19 PM -08:00 )

Burning question

Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra was left to explain yesterday's loss to the Celtics, as he had to do twice before this season. more

Boston Globe ( 2/13/2011 11:39:19 PM -08:00 )

Pierce is scheduled for MRI on foot

Paul Pierce entered yesterday's game with the Heat nursing a sprained shooting hand, and he left it needing an MRI on his left foot, more

Boston Globe ( 2/13/2011 11:39:19 PM -08:00 )

NBA roundup: Rajon Rondo leads Celtics past Heat, 85-82

The Celtics' Rajon Rondo drives past the Heat's Eddie House. Rondo had a triple-double. / ELISE AMENDOLA/Associated Press BOSTON -- Rajon Rondo had a more

Detroit Free Press ( 2/13/2011 11:10:03 PM -08:00 )

Line for Paul Pierce: Two injuries, no baskets

The Celtics [team stats] captain, after spraining his right (shooting) hand in practice Saturday, offered up a throwback more

Boston Herald ( 2/13/2011 10:21:49 PM -08:00 )

Celtics love Heat of moment

Doc Rivers was excited when he originally looked at the Celtics [team stats]' schedule for Feb. 4 through yesterday — a premium stretch more

Boston Herald ( 2/13/2011 10:12:02 PM -08:00 )

Miami takes strike three

In the end it was just a game in February, so only the future will decide its true value, yet it was a game that left the Miami Heat feeling more

Boston Herald ( 2/13/2011 9:14:42 PM -08:00 )

Heat learn the hard way: Perk is back
	Brian Babineau/NBAE/Getty Images Celtics center Kendrick Perkins emerged as a post presence in Sunday's showdown vs. the Heat. more
ESPN (blog) ( 2/13/2011 7:48:55 PM -08:00 )

Heat's supporting cast less than supportive
	BOSTON -- The Miami Heat were supposed to be a different team entering Round 3 against the Boston Celtics on Sunday than the one that more
ESPN (blog) ( 2/13/2011 7:33:45 PM -08:00 )

Celtics play like Heat's 'bigger brothers,' continue mastery
	Boston Celtics forward Glen Davis drives against Miami Heat center Zydrunas Ilgauskas during their game on Sunday, Feb. 13, 2011 at TD Garden in Boston. more
MiamiHerald.com ( 2/13/2011 6:00:13 PM -08:00 )

Do Celtics have Wade's number?
	Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade goes to the basket against Boston Celtics center during their game on Sunday, Feb. 13, 2011 at TD Garden in Boston. more
MiamiHerald.com ( 2/13/2011 5:56:29 PM -08:00 )

Rajon Rondo's triple-double leads Celtics past Heat, 85-82
	Guard helps Boston clinch the regular-season series with Miami and regain the top spot in the Eastern Conference. Heat forward LeBron James looks for more
Los Angeles Times ( 2/13/2011 4:53:19 PM -08:00 )

Even with Celtics' injuries, Heat can't capitalize in Boston

BOSTON -- Bottom line: The Heat are a lot better than they were at the beginning of the season, but they're still not good enough to beat the Celtics. more

NBA.com ( 2/13/2011 4:46:22 PM -08:00 )

Rondo guarding LeBron: did it work?
	Jim Rogash/Getty Images The Celtics made their big third-quarter run with Rajon Rondo guarding LeBron James. Within the "5 things" Kevin more
ESPN (blog) ( 2/13/2011 4:38:08 PM -08:00 )

Heat's Big 3 might have the talent, but the Celtics have the toughness

BOSTON -- The Celtics don't want to be friends with you. They don't want to pick you up off the floor when you go down or pat you on the back if you get more

SI.com ( 2/13/2011 4:22:54 PM -08:00 )

Agent: Burress 'doing great', could be ready to play again

2011-02-14T08:39:00.000-08:00

	Drew Rosenhaus, the agent for currently jailed receiver Plaxico Burress(notes), tweeted signs of encouragement about his client after more
Yahoo! Sports ( 2/14/2011 8:39:29 AM -08:00 )

Where should Plaxico Burress play when he's released from prison?

Plaxico Burress isn't expected to be of prison until June 6 -- and given the NFL labor situation, he's likely to go from lock-up to a lockout more

Washington Post (blog) ( 2/14/2011 5:57:26 AM -08:00 )

Agent: Ex-Spartan Plaxico Burress in 'terrific shape'

Plaxico Burress / AP BY KIRKLAND CRAWFORD Sports agent Drew Rosenhaus, who never saw a microphone he didn't like, was trumpeting the praises of one of his more

Detroit Free Press ( 2/12/2011 11:07:54 PM -08:00 )

Agent: Plaxico Burress in 'terrific shape'

After visiting Plaxico Burress in prison on Saturday, agent Drew Rosenhaus said his client is ready to return to the NFL. Catch the Super Bowl but miss some more

FOXSports.com ( 2/12/2011 6:25:22 PM -08:00 )

Burress looks "terrific"

By Ohm Youngmisuk Osi Umenyiora recently said that Plaxico Burress is in terrific shape and ready to make a strong comeback. more

ESPN (blog) ( 2/12/2011 1:04:55 PM -08:00 )

Imprisoned WR Plaxico Burress in 'terrific shape' and seeks NFL return

Though he hasn't been released from prison yet, wide receiver Plaxico Burress is already leaving an impression on the NFL. On Saturday, Burress' agent, more

ESPN ( 2/12/2011 12:45:46 PM -08:00 )

Is Plaxico Burress a realistic option in 2011?

Over the weekend, agent Drew Rosenhaus reassured everyone that his client, WR Plaxico Burress, would be ready for a return to the NFL upon his release from more

National Football Post ( 2/14/2011 8:08:55 AM -08:00 )

Plaxico Burress: 7 NFL Teams That Would Be The Best Fit
	Plaxico Burresss is out of jail and ready to return to the NFL. How much have his skills diminished? Can he still contribute to a winning team? more
Bleacher Report ( 2/14/2011 7:33:38 AM -08:00 )

Plaxico Burress Not Headed To Ravens?

More photos » Louis Lanzano - AP over 1 year ago: Former New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress arrives more

Baltimore Beat Down ( 2/14/2011 7:20:05 AM -08:00 )

NFL | Plaxico Burress ready to return

The agent for free-agent WR Plaxico Burress (Giants), Drew Rosenhaus, said via his Twitter account that he visited Burress in prison Saturday, Feb. more

KFFL ( 2/14/2011 7:06:43 AM -08:00 )

Agent: Ex-Giant Plaxico Burress In 'Terrific Shape'

NEW YORK (WFAN) – Agent Drew Rosenhaus visited Plaxico Burress in jail on Saturday, and was encouraged by his visit with the incarcerated ex-Giants wide more

CBS New York ( 2/14/2011 4:52:24 AM -08:00 )

Do you want Plaxico?

Last year right around this time, I wrote up an entry asking everyone if they wanted the Ravens to sign more

MASNsports.com ( 2/14/2011 4:35:44 AM -08:00 )

Shaky deal of the day

Showtime and MLB Productions recently announced a reality show that will follow the San Francisco Giants next season. Not so fast. more

Tampabay.com ( 2/13/2011 6:19:37 PM -08:00 )

Sunday night one-liners

Chris Brown of BuffaloBills.com doesn't believe the team would use the No. 3 overall pick on a wide receiver, calling it “arguably one of the deepest more

Jets Nation ( 2/13/2011 5:42:31 PM -08:00 )

Plaxico Burress is “mentally and physically strong”, ready to return to the NFL

Plaxico Burress' agent Drew Rosenhaus recently visited Burress in prison and is confident that the former star receiver is ready to play for the NFL again. more

Examiner.com ( 2/13/2011 5:36:41 PM -08:00 )

The Chicago Bears Need Plaxico Burress
	Wide receiver Plaxico Burress hasn't even been released from prison yet, but players around the league are already lining up to sing his praises. more
ChicagoNow (blog) ( 2/13/2011 4:54:19 PM -08:00 )

Oakland Raiders Playoff Run Starts Now: Draft Smart and Sign Plaxico Burress
	The first step to a Super Bowl is winning your division. The Raiders dominated their division in 2010. The second step to Super Bowl? more
Bleacher Report ( 2/13/2011 4:09:31 PM -08:00 )

Plaxico Burress: 8 Potential NFL Destinations For Embattled Receiver
	Plaxico Burress will be exiting prison soon, and once he does, he can sign with any team he wants, assuming a new collective bargaining agreement is reached more
Bleacher Report ( 2/13/2011 3:17:30 PM -08:00 )

Plaxico Burress Feeling 'Strong' As He Eyes NFL Comeback in 2011

Michael Vick may not be the only star to comeback to the NFL after missing years due to prison time. more

NESN.com ( 2/13/2011 2:54:40 PM -08:00 )

Plaxico Burress Eyes Return to the NFL
	Former New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress, aka Harris Smith, is in terrific shape more
The Cover Two ( 2/13/2011 2:20:26 PM -08:00 )

What we love about the SEC

2011-02-14T08:37:00.000-08:00

I asked last week what you loved about your favorite SEC team or SEC football in general, and man, did you deliver. more

ESPN (blog) ( 2/14/2011 8:37:40 AM -08:00 )

SEC Power Poll: Valentine's Edition

We're back once again with our weekly SEC Hoops Power Poll. This week, we had 11 different blogs more

Roll 'Bama Roll ( 2/14/2011 7:37:59 AM -08:00 )

SEC Baseball 2010 Preview: Alabama Crimson Tide

by cocknfire on Feb 14, 2011 10:01 AM EST in SEC Baseball The Tide entered the SEC tournament as the seventh seed, then went all the way to the final game, more

Team Speed Kills ( 2/14/2011 7:12:24 AM -08:00 )

SEC Basketball Power Poll - Week 6 Ballot

Florida and Alabama appear to be on a collision course for March 1 in Gainesville, more

Rocky Top Talk ( 2/14/2011 6:10:03 AM -08:00 )

SEC basketball might not be high quality, but at least it's interesting (Hicks)
	Alabama's Charles Hankerson Jr. flips up a shot against Ole Miss' Zach Graham during the Crimson Tide's victory over the more
al.com ( 2/14/2011 6:03:35 AM -08:00 )

New homecourt advantage lifts Alabama women in old building
	A crowd of 2536 gathered SUnday, Feb. 13, 2011 for the first women's basketball game in Foster Auditorium since Dec. 3, 1981. more
Press-Register - al.com ( 2/14/2011 4:41:54 AM -08:00 )

Tide women win debut at Foster Auditorium

Alabama fans watch the University of Alabama women's basketball team play against the Florida Gators on Sunday at Foster Auditorium. more

TideSports.com ( 2/14/2011 1:43:07 AM -08:00 )

Alabama among elite Ga. recruit's top choices

2012 football recruit Jordan Jenkins plans to visit Tuscaloosa in the near future. Jenkins is considered one of the top prospects in the state of Georgia. more

TideSports.com ( 2/14/2011 1:43:07 AM -08:00 )

Crimson Tide warm up behind 3-point line

The Crimson Tide, last in the SEC in 3-point shooting, was 6 for 13 from 3-point range. The Tide shot 46.2 percent from the arc after going into the game more

Trading Markets (press release) ( 2/13/2011 10:56:55 PM -08:00 )

SMU men's tennis loses to the Crimson Tide 6-1

The mens tennis team hosted Alabama on Saturday at Turpin Tennis Center, and faced a rough match-up. The Roll Tide ranked 39th in the nation, finished the more

The Daily Campus ( 2/13/2011 9:56:34 PM -08:00 )

Gators blow first-half lead

The Gators' ninth loss in Southeastern Conference play, a 64-59 defeat in Tuscaloosa, Ala., on Sunday, was a microcosm of their season. more

The Independent Florida Alligator ( 2/13/2011 9:40:39 PM -08:00 )

Levi Randolph takes in Ole Miss game
	by greg.ostendorf Alabama signee Levi Randolph got a glimpse of what it's going to be like when he comes down to play for the Crimson Tide next year. more
TideSports.com (blog) ( 2/13/2011 8:39:59 PM -08:00 )

SEC Hoops Power Poll Results: 2/13-2/19

by Gamecock Man on Feb 13, 2011 9:13 PM EST in SEC Basketball Trending: Florida and Vanderbilt's consolidation of power, South Carolina continuing to fall, more

Garnet And Black Attack ( 2/13/2011 6:17:52 PM -08:00 )

The Bubble Report: SEC
	The Bubble Report continues on with a look at the SEC. A down year for the SEC, their conference RPI is sixth in more
isportsweb.com ( 2/13/2011 5:31:01 PM -08:00 )

SEC Basketball Power Poll Ballot: A Glass Case of Emotional Baggage.

by MaconDawg on Feb 13, 2011 7:00 PM EST in SEC Basketball The days and weeks of the SEC basketball season are sliding away, and with them go the hopes and more

Dawg Sports ( 2/13/2011 4:17:23 PM -08:00 )

Tide overwhelms Ole Miss, then holds on for key victory

Dusty Compton - AP The Crimson Tide basketball team got exactly what it needed on Saturday: a home more

Roll 'Bama Roll ( 2/13/2011 3:28:21 PM -08:00 )

Alabama women rally to beat Florida in re-opening of Foster Auditorium
	The first Alabama women's basketball in 71-year-old Foster Auditorium since Dec. 3, 1981 tips off. The Crimson Tide defeated Florida 64-59 on Sunday, Feb. more
Press-Register - al.com ( 2/13/2011 2:32:00 PM -08:00 )

Crimson Tide Basketball Central

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Senior forward Tierney Jenkins scored a game-high 18 points to lead the women's basketball team to a 64-59 win over the Florida Gators in more

rolltide.com ( 2/13/2011 1:50:49 PM -08:00 )

Alabama Basketball On a Roll: Tide Is Tied For The SEC Lead With Six Games Left
	For anyone who has kept up with Alabama basketball for the past ten years, pinch them and let them know this is not a dream. Maybe a dream season, more
Bleacher Report ( 2/13/2011 12:58:44 PM -08:00 )

Crimson Tide Basketball Central

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The University of Alabama men's basketball team remained undefeated at home this season after notching a 74-64 victory over Mississippi more

rolltide.com ( 2/13/2011 11:40:23 AM -08:00 )

Red Sox Sound

2011-02-14T08:36:00.000-08:00

FORT MYERS, Fla. -- How to describe Bobby Jenks? Picture a tattooed Amish farmer, some of my media colleagues suggested, and you start to get the picture. more

ESPN ( 2/14/2011 8:36:23 AM -08:00 )

Leading question in camp

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Red Sox manager Terry Francona is in no rush to reveal how all the pieces will fit together in what should be an more

Boston Globe ( 2/14/2011 12:32:04 AM -08:00 )

Papelbon lugging baggage

FORT MYERS, Fla. — He's gone. This is it. One more season and Jonathan Papelbon and the Red Sox get divorced. more

Boston Globe ( 2/13/2011 11:57:52 PM -08:00 )

No small matter to Terry Francona

FORT MYERS — After watching his former team reload this winter, Astros manager Brad Mills had four words for Red Sox [team more

Boston Herald ( 2/13/2011 10:12:01 PM -08:00 )

Bobby Jenks fits well with Sox relief plans

FORT MYERS — The idea of a closer controversy was laughable for five years, thanks to Jonathan Papelbon [stats]'s dominance. more

Boston Herald ( 2/13/2011 9:31:41 PM -08:00 )

Jenks: "I'm not here to step on anyone's toes"

Bobby Jenks didn't have much time to take in his new surroundings before a pack of reporters descended on the Red Sox [team stats] reliever more

Boston Herald ( 2/13/2011 9:15:51 PM -08:00 )

Pap's missing swagger

FORT MYERS — Jonathan Papelbon [stats] has his health, he has his family and he has the job he has held for five seasons. more

Boston Herald ( 2/13/2011 9:15:03 PM -08:00 )

Jenks passes on firing back at Guillen's son

ESPN.com reports: Former Chicago White Sox closer Bobby Jenks reported to Boston Red Sox camp on Sunday and said he was not there to take incumbent Jonathan more

Chicago Breaking Sports - Tribune ( 2/13/2011 7:51:28 PM -08:00 )

Tito on Drew, Ellsbury, the 'pen and more

FORT MYERS, Fla. -- Red Sox manager Terry Francona touched upon a number of topics Sunday, ranging from Jonathan Papelbon and Bobby Jenks more

ESPN (blog) ( 2/13/2011 4:50:45 PM -08:00 )

Francona keeping it casual

FORT MYERS, Fla. -- Terry Francona was resplendent in white Sunday afternoon, down to his snazzy sneakers, all bearing a familiar corporate more

ESPN (blog) ( 2/13/2011 3:54:44 PM -08:00 )

Forget about free agency or Jenks, Red Sox reliever Papelbon focused only on

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Jonathan Papelbon insists he is focused solely on winning. It doesn't matter that he's coming off the worst season of his career, more

The Canadian Press ( 2/13/2011 3:00:00 PM -08:00 )

Series title, not free agency, on Papelbon's mind

FORT MYERS, Fla. -- In the minds of many, what took place on Sunday afternoon was Jonathan Papelbon's first more

MLB.com ( 2/13/2011 1:24:39 PM -08:00 )

Jenks understands role as setup man in Boston

FORT MYERS, Fla. -- On the first day of work at his new job, the biggest problem for Bobby Jenks was just more

MLB.com ( 2/13/2011 12:23:17 PM -08:00 )

Bobby Jenks Excited for 'Simple Stuff' at Red Sox Spring Training, Adjusting

FORT MYERS, Fla. – When Red Sox manager Terry Francona was asked Sunday about how to handle new reliever Bobby more

NESN.com ( 2/14/2011 5:47:35 AM -08:00 )

It's Pitchers And Catchers Day! ...And Nothing New Happened

More photos » Dave Martin - AP About a month ago, I was really looking forward to today. more

Over The Monster ( 2/14/2011 2:12:02 AM -08:00 )

Red Sox | Concern with JD Drew's hamstring

Boston Red Sox OF JD Drew (hamstring) has some left hamstring issues that manager Terry Francona expressed concern about, according to Peter Abraham of The more

KFFL ( 2/13/2011 11:18:49 PM -08:00 )

Red Sox may have all the pieces

Newly acquired Red Sox first baseman Adrian Gonzalez smiles during an informal workout at Boston's player development complex on Sunday. more

The News-Press ( 2/13/2011 10:21:41 PM -08:00 )

Daniel Bard Edges Terry Francona to Take Early Lead in NESN's Second Base Cup

by NESN Video on Mon, Feb 14, 2011 at 8:25AM 1 First and foremost, baseball players head to spring training to get back in shape, sharpen their skills and more

NESN.com ( 2/13/2011 5:29:02 PM -08:00 )

Vote: Who Do You Want Closing Games for the Red Sox This Season?

by NESN Staff on Sun, Feb 13, 2011 at 8:12PM 9 The Red Sox have plenty of options when it comes to who they want on the mound at the end of the game. more

NESN.com ( 2/13/2011 3:23:15 PM -08:00 )

Francona on the state of the Red Sox

FORT MYERS, Fla. -- Earlier in the week, general manager Theo Epstein addressed a number of topics on the eve of spring training. more

NECN ( 2/13/2011 3:02:20 PM -08:00 )

Ronaldo May Be Leaving, but His Joy Lingers

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SAO PAULO (AP) — Ronaldo retired from soccer Monday because his body can no longer meet the demands of the game, ending a magnificent career in which he won more

The Associated Press ( 2/14/2011 8:50:00 AM -08:00 )

Emotional Brazilian legend Ronaldo retires: 'I've lost the struggle against my
	Brazilian striking legend Ronaldo confirmed today that he is ending his professional football career at the age of 34, more
Goal.com ( 2/14/2011 8:43:49 AM -08:00 )

Ronaldo announces retirement

To play this content JavaScript must be turned on and the latest Flash player installed. The former Brazil striker Ronaldo has announced his retirement from more

BBC News ( 2/14/2011 8:39:30 AM -08:00 )

Ronaldo's troubled farewell

Ronaldo Nazário, one of Brazil's most famous and successful footballers of all times, has announced formally that he is retiring from the sport after 18 more

BBC Sport ( 2/14/2011 8:35:02 AM -08:00 )

Ronaldo May Be Leaving, but His Joy Lingers

Three times the world player of the year, twice the winner of the World Cup, the record scorer of all-time in the World Cup finals — the list more

New York Times ( 2/14/2011 8:34:16 AM -08:00 )

Monday's intriguing people

Ronaldo Luís Nazário de Lima, or Ronaldo, as he is known world-wide, is a two-time World Cup champion. The Brazilian soccer legend, known simply as Ronaldo, more

CNN (blog) ( 2/14/2011 8:33:34 AM -08:00 )

Brazil Legend Ronaldo Hangs Up His Boots
	Brazilian striker Ronaldo, the all-time leading scorer at World Cup tournaments and three-time Fifa World Player of the Year, has retired at the age of 34. more
Sky News ( 2/14/2011 8:33:26 AM -08:00 )

Ronaldo announces retirement from football

AP Sao Paulo: Ronaldo is retiring from football because he can't stay fit anymore, ending a stellar 18-year career in which he won two World Cup titles with more

NDTV.com ( 2/14/2011 8:27:56 AM -08:00 )

Ronaldo retires, ending a great soccer career
	Photo credit: AP \| FILE - In this June 26, 2002, file photo, Brazil's Ronaldo celebrates after scoring his sides more
Newsday (subscription) ( 2/14/2011 8:22:26 AM -08:00 )

Brazilian striker Ronaldo retires after 18-year career

AC Milan's Ronaldo of Brazil celebrates after scoring against Inter Milan during an Italian major league soccer match at the San Siro stadium in Milan, more

CTV.ca ( 2/14/2011 7:59:44 AM -08:00 )

Ronaldo factfile

On Valentine's Day 2011 Brazil legend Ronaldo decided to call time on the most illustrious of careers. At 34 he decided his body could no longer take the more

SkySports ( 2/14/2011 7:53:55 AM -08:00 )

Former Brazil striker Ronaldo retires from game

Former Brazil striker Ronaldo announced his retirement on Monday, ending one of the most successful careers in soccer. The 34-year-old three-times FIFA more

Yahoo! Eurosport UK ( 2/14/2011 7:48:52 AM -08:00 )

Farewell Ronaldo - The greatest finisher of all time
	As Ronaldo departs Corinthians there are probably some fans who are glad to see the back of him. Supporters daubed graffiti on the club's more
Goal.com ( 2/14/2011 7:46:04 AM -08:00 )

Ronaldo - a career of pain and glory

PARIS: Ronaldo, who confirmed his retirement from football on Monday, will go down in history as one of the most prolific and devastatingly skilful strikers more

Times of India ( 2/14/2011 7:45:48 AM -08:00 )

Where does Ronaldo rank?

News has broken that Brazil's Ronaldo, the best striker of the 1990s, will retire as of today, a decision that he had hinted at back in August. more

ESPN (blog) ( 2/14/2011 7:38:54 AM -08:00 )

Ronaldo announces retirement from football due to fitness problems

BRAZILIAN goal-machine Ronaldo has announced he is retiring after a string of injuries left him struggling to stay fit. The Samba legend (34), more

Scottish Daily Record ( 2/14/2011 7:37:22 AM -08:00 )

Ronaldo confirms retirement

By ESPNsoccernet staff Brazilian icon Ronaldo has confirmed in a tearful press conference that he has scored his last goal in a prolific and storied career more

ESPN ( 2/14/2011 7:36:46 AM -08:00 )

Farewell Ronaldo, one of the game's greats

Ronaldo has just made the official announcement that he is to retire with immediate effect, bringing to an end one of the great soccer stories. more

Reuters Blogs (blog) ( 2/14/2011 7:33:30 AM -08:00 )

FACTBOX-Soccer-Former Brazil striker Ronaldo career highlights

Career highlights of former Brazil striker Ronaldo, who announced his retirement from soccer in Sao Paulo on Monday. * Born, September 22, 1976 on outskirts more

Yahoo! Eurosport UK ( 2/14/2011 7:25:45 AM -08:00 )

Ronaldo announces retirement

Three-time FIFA World Player of the Year Ronaldo has confirmed his retirement from football. The 34-year-old, who has enjoyed a glittering career in Spain, more

The Press Association ( 2/14/2011 7:25:00 AM -08:00 )

Redskins' LaRon Landry recovering from wrist surgery

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Washington Redskins safety LaRon Landry underwent surgery earlier this month to repair a dislocated left wrist he suffered in more

USA Today ( 2/14/2011 8:13:07 AM -08:00 )

'Skins S Landry undergoes wrist surgery, says Achilles healing

By NFL.com Wire Reports Landry told The Post that he suffered the injury in the Redskins' 30-27 overtime loss to the Houston Texans in Week 2, but continued more

NFL News ( 2/14/2011 7:14:28 AM -08:00 )

LaRon Landry is recovering from wrist surgery

Landry suffered the wrist injury in Week 2 but played through it until Week 10 when he went down with an Achilles issue. He had screws inserted in his wrist more

msnbc.com ( 2/14/2011 6:50:02 AM -08:00 )

LaRon Landry had surgery to repair dislocated wrist

Washington Redskins strong safety LaRon Landry is recovering from surgery to repair a dislocated left wrist, an injury he suffered during the more

Washington Post (blog) ( 2/14/2011 6:02:49 AM -08:00 )

Redskins | LaRon Landry has surgery

Washington Redskins SS LaRon Landry (wrist) is recovering from surgery to repair a dislocated left wrist, an injury he suffered during the second week of more

KFFL ( 2/14/2011 8:11:09 AM -08:00 )

LaRon Landry making progress after wrist surgery, Achilles strain

Redskins safety LaRon Landry had surgery 10 days ago to repair a dislocated left wrist that has been bothering him for close to five months. more

ProFootballTalk ( 2/14/2011 7:42:12 AM -08:00 )

New York Yankees' CC Sabathia doesn't close door on opting out after 2011

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	John Munson/The Star-LedgerYankees ace CC Sabathia can become a free agent at season's end if he chooses to opt out of his more
The Star-Ledger - NJ.com ( 2/14/2011 8:39:43 AM -08:00 )

New York Yankees' CC Sabathia doesn't close door on opting out after 2011

TAMPA, Fla. -- In a reversal that could further complicate the New York Yankees pitching future, CC Sabathia has changed course and has more

ESPN ( 2/14/2011 8:09:53 AM -08:00 )

Spring shape: CC Sabathia gives up Cap'n Crunch, eyes opt-out clause
	As pitchers, catchers and everyone else trickles into their respective spring training camps, Daily Pitch will keep a keen eye on more
USA Today ( 2/14/2011 8:07:24 AM -08:00 )

And we now begin eight and a half months of freaking out about Sabathia's opt

More weighty news relating to CC Sabathia than his choice of breakfast cereals involves his contract. As in, the fact that he has the ability to opt-out of more

msnbc.com ( 2/14/2011 8:01:00 AM -08:00 )

Sabathia won't rule out using opt-out clause

In an interview with Joel Sherman of the New York Post, CC Sabathia didn't rule out the possibility that he could opt out of his contract after this season. more

msnbc.com ( 2/14/2011 7:36:49 AM -08:00 )

The CC Sabathia weight loss plan: easier than you'd think

Last week there was some stuff about CC Sabathia's weight. It was reported that he lost 30 pounds. Brian Cashman wasn't having it. more

msnbc.com ( 2/14/2011 6:46:19 AM -08:00 )

CC Sabathia Keeping Opt Out Clause as Possibility Next Season

CC Sabathia has lost some weight this offseason, and judging by his latest comments, he's lost some more

NESN.com ( 2/14/2011 8:44:24 AM -08:00 )

CC Sabathia Loses 25 Pounds, While Joba Chamberlain May Have Found Them

As pitchers and catchers flock to Florida and Arizona for weeks of light jogging and long toss, more

NESN.com ( 2/14/2011 8:21:37 AM -08:00 )

CC not sounding as decisive about not opting out
	The first day of camp often functions as a frequently asked questions session. In years past we've heard reporters ask about the more
River Ave. Blues ( 2/14/2011 8:07:42 AM -08:00 )

CC Sabathia Makes Cap'n Crunch the New Tequila
	CC Sabathia lost 25 pound because “I stopped eating Cap'n Crunch every day. … I used to eat that stuff by the more
SportsNewser.com (blog) ( 2/14/2011 8:05:09 AM -08:00 )

Report: Sabathia won't rule out opting out

After speaking with a group of reporters Monday, Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia briefly discussed his future in a one-on-one with the New York Post. more

WEEI.com ( 2/14/2011 7:33:57 AM -08:00 )

Yankees' Sabathia opens door for opting out

TAMPA -- CC Sabathia has made a subtle shift in tone that could be a preview of a more devastating setback to the Yankees rotation next offseason than the more

New York Post (blog) ( 2/14/2011 7:32:25 AM -08:00 )

Report: CC Sabathia lost 25 pounds during offseason

In an effort to take some pressure off his knee, Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia worked over the winter to lose 25 pounds, according to the more

WEEI.com ( 2/14/2011 7:25:30 AM -08:00 )

Sabathia 25 Pounds Lighter After Swearing Off The Cap'n

Sabathia on how he lost 25 lbs: “I stopped eating Cap'n Crunch every day. … I used to eat that stuff by the box. more

SB Nation (blog) ( 2/14/2011 7:06:31 AM -08:00 )