Sports News
Roy Tarpley, Drug-Plagued Former Mavericks Center, Dies
The New York Times - 10 Jan 2015 06:42
Roy Tarpley, the former Dallas Mavericks star center whose NBA career was cut short by drug abuse, died Friday. He was 50.
NBA player wears 'Je Suis Charlie' shirt during warmups
Fox News - 10 Jan 2015 06:49
The "Je Suis Charlie" rally cry is making its way into the NBA.
UAE v Qatar: Belmadi´s men confident ahead of Canberra clash
Soccer News - 10 Jan 2015 07:05
Qatar will be looking to get their Asian Cup campaign off to a winning start when they take on United […]
Maslak set to return to action at Russian Winter indoor meeting
IAAF - 10 Jan 2015 02:32
Czech Republic's reigning world and European indoor 400m champion Pavel Maslak will return to action after missing most of last summer due to a hamstring injury when he competes over two laps of the track at the Russian ...
Real Madrid Fan Auditions for Job of Liverpool Keeper with Comical Dive
Bleacher Report - 10 Jan 2015 18:12
Liverpool's goalkeepers have been ridiculed for flapping at everything this season, so this Real Madrid fan would feel right at home at Anfield. The Danny DeVito lookalike dived to try to get a ball that flew into the ...
Blazers' Nicolas Batum wears pre-game shirt honoring victims of Paris terrorist attack
Washington Post - 10 Jan 2015 07:49
Nicolas Batum, a forward for the Trail Blazers who was born and raised in France, wore a shirt Thursday night with the phrase "Je Suis Charlie" during warmups before a game against the Heat. The gesture was in support of...
Sports Briefing | Hockey: N.H.L. Chooses All-Star Coaches
The New York Times - 10 Jan 2015 07:26
The N.H.L. picked Peter Laviolette of the Nashville Predators and Darryl Sutter of the Los Angeles Kings as the head coaches for the All-Star Game in Columbus on Jan. 25.
Champion Seahawks Open Postseason Hosting Upstart Panthers
The New York Times - 10 Jan 2015 06:45
Here's what has set the defending champion Seattle Seahawks apart: They seem to have perfected not overhyping an individual game.
Venus Williams beats Caroline Wozniacki in 3 sets to win ASB Classic
Fox News - 10 Jan 2015 06:37
Venus Williams displayed her advanced preparation for the Australian Open by beating Caroline Wozniacki 2-6, 6-3, 6-3 in Saturday's final of the ASB Classic.
Henley Opens the Year With a 65 to Lead at Kapalua
The New York Times - 10 Jan 2015 05:45
Russell Henley found Kapalua to be a lot more fun the second time around.
Why Is Chris Christie A Dallas Cowboys Fan?
IBTimes - 10 Jan 2015 05:32
Many football fans in New York and New Jersey were surprised to see Chris Christie celebrate with Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, as the NFC East champs beat the Detroit Lions on Wild Card Weekend. The governor of New ...
Flames get AHL All-Star Shore from Panthers
ESPN - 10 Jan 2015 05:13
The Calgary Flames have acquired center Drew Shore from the Florida Panthers in exchange for center Corban Knight.
Agent: Big Ben will not require knee surgery
ESPN - 10 Jan 2015 04:47
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger opted out of the Pro Bowl as a precaution but the decision is not related to a larger problem with his knee, his agent said in an email to ESPN.com Friday night.
Former Mavericks center Tarpley dies at 50
USA Today - 10 Jan 2015 04:11
Tarpley was a budding star before his career was derailed by drug abuse.
Ferrari confirms online F1 car launch
Total F1 - 10 Jan 2015 04:00
Ferrari has confirmed an online launch for its 2015 car ahead of the opening pre-season test at Jerez. The Maranello team will uncover the James Allison designed car on January 30 just a day after McLaren's launch of the...
Patriots and Ravens' Rivalry Includes Plenty of Hostility
The New York Times - 10 Jan 2015 03:55
The Patriots-Ravens divisional matchup on Saturday should be a bit of a throwback to an era when the playoffs involved more snarling.
Adrien Broner turns down $40 million, 5-year offer by Roc Nation
Boxing News 24 - 10 Jan 2015 03:33
By Allan Fox: Former three division world champion Adrien Broner (29-1, 22 KOs) is said to have turned down a 5-year, $40 million offer to fight for the promotional company Roc Nation Sports, according
Nationals' Werth undergoes shoulder surgery
ESPN - 10 Jan 2015 01:18
Nationals outfielder Jayson Werth had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder, and the team says no structural abnormalities were found.
Ronaldo's agent wins Globe Soccer Special Award
Goal.com - 10 Jan 2015 00:44
The Portuguese's long-time representative has been honoured for being named the best agent in the world five years running
Lefty Santana eyes return to majors in 2015
ESPN - 10 Jan 2015 00:31
Johan Santana will pitch in the Venezuelan Winter League in a bid to attract MLB suitors, his agent said Friday.
Have mojo, will travel: Christie to join Jerry
ESPN - 10 Jan 2015 00:25
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie released a statement Friday afternoon saying that he intends to take up Jerry Jones on his offer of two tickets in the Cowboys owner's suite to watch Sunday's playoff game in Green Bay.
Schalke closing in on Nastasic deal, reveals Heldt
Goal.com - 10 Jan 2015 00:16
The centre-back has been frozen out at Manchester City and with the Premier League champions needing to sell to fund any purchases, the Serb is expected to move to Germany