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MSNBC Sports Are Latino players exploited by MLB? Today at 16:30:51 - Harkins: Major League Baseball has received a lot of credit in recent years for its diversity on the field, but some say the system exploits Latin American players who are just seeking an opportunity ... Top 50 free agents in baseball Today at 16:30:51 - Matthew Pouliot ranks the top 50 MLB free agents for the 2012 season. Slideshow: Slideshow: The top tools of baseball Today at 16:30:51 - You hear a lot about the tools of baseball, but who are the best hitters, fielders and pitchers? We break it down. DeMarco: Ready for spring training? Not yet! Today at 16:30:51 - DeMarco: Just because Prince Fielder finally signed, that doesn't mean the offseason is out of storylines. Here's what has to be sorted out before spring training starts in three weeks. Slideshow: Slideshow: Top pitchers 25 and younger Today at 16:30:51 - Slideshow: From Felix Hernandez to Neftali Feliz, take a look at the top pitchers who are 25 and younger. Harkins: Not all records are made to be broken Today at 16:30:51 - Harkins: Records are made to be broken, the old saying goes. But is that really the case? In taking a look some of baseball's greatest achievements, it seems likely that some will stand the test of ti ...	Miami Herald Great pass rushing can neutralize even best QBs Today at 15:49:59 - INDIANAPOLIS The NFL is a quarterback league. The teams with the best quarterbacks win most. The quarterbacks are protected most. The quarterbacks in the draft are valued most. No. 2 Notre Dame women beat DePaul Today at 15:49:59 - Natalie Novosel scored 17 of her 21 points in the first half to help No. 2 Notre Dame coast to a 90-70 victory over DePaul on Sunday. Ex-MLB pitcher Penny signs with Softbank Hawks Today at 15:49:59 - The Softbank Hawks of Japan's Pacific League have signed former major league pitcher Brad Penny to a one-year contract. First-round quarterbacks have a way of getting teams to the Super Bowl Today at 15:49:59 - Is there a pattern to any of this? A formula? A key? A clue? There must be historical guideposts that indicate or at least suggest why teams reached a Super Bowl. How they did it. Right? Paul Lawrie wins Qatar Masters Today at 15:49:59 - Former British Open champion Paul Lawrie chipped in for an eagle and a birdie on his way to winning the wind-shortened Qatar Open on Sunday, shooting a 7-under 65 to hold off Jason Day and Peter Hanso ...	ESPN Mancuso claims super-G for first win of season Today at 12:37:10 - Julia Mancuso's wait for her first win of the season is over. Lindsey Vonn will have to wait a little longer to break another record. Goodell: Ceasing Pro Bowl under consideration Today at 12:37:10 - In an appearance on ESPN Radio's "Mike and Mike in the Morning" on Sunday, Roger Goodell said the league must address the quality of Pro Bowl and even said he would consider eliminating the all-star ... Pats release Underwood on eve of Super Bowl Today at 12:37:10 - The Patriots made their final transaction of the 2011 season on Saturday, releasing wide receiver Tiquan Underwood and promoting defensive lineman Alex Silvestro from the practice squad. Sources: Manning flexible on deal demands Today at 12:37:10 - Peyton Manning is willing to structure his contract in a way that could expedite how quickly he is signed if or when the Indianapolis Colts release him. Parker scores 42, hits milestone in Spurs' win Today at 07:49:47 - Spurs 107, Thunder 96
Yahoo US Rodgers, Brees, Jim Harbaugh win AP awards (AP) Today at 12:30:19 - AP - The best quarterbacks bring fans out of their seats. Aaron Rodgers and Peyton Manning did exactly that Saturday night when the NFL Most Valuable Player accepted the trophy from the only four-tim ... American Mancuso wins super-G (AP) Today at 12:30:19 - AP - Julia Mancuso's wait for her first win of the season is over. Lindsey Vonn will have to wait a little longer to break another record. Martin, 4 linemen make Hall of Fame (AP) Today at 12:30:19 - AP - Curtis Martin has gone from the mean streets of Pittsburgh to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Heat use late run to top 76ers 99-79 (AP) 03/02/2012 at 23:34:08 - AP - Dwyane Wade scored 26 points, and LeBron James had 19 points and 12 rebounds to lift the Miami Heat to a 99-79 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night. UConn's Calhoun taking indefinite medical leave (AP) 03/02/2012 at 23:34:08 - AP - University of Connecticut basketball coach Jim Calhoun, who missed three games earlier this season because of NCAA sanctions, is taking an indefinite medical leave of absence because of back prob ...	L.A. Times Joshua Smith leads UCLA to road win Today at 10:29:38 - He scores 19 points in a 63-60 victory at Washington State that improves the Bruins to 6-5 in Pac-12 play.— Joshua Smith scored 19 points Saturday, leading UCLA past Washington State, 63-60. I'll Have Another gets in the Derby picture Today at 10:29:38 - Trained by Doug O'Neill, the 3-year-old longshot wins the Robert B. Lewis Stakes at 43-1 odds at Santa Anita.Saturday at Santa Anita brought the expected bright sunshine, impressive scenery and nice c ... Dejection follows ejection for the Lakers Today at 10:29:38 - Coach Mike Brown is tossed from the game after apparently bumping a referee and the Jazz use a 14-0 run in the fourth quarter for a 96-87 victory over L.A.Reporting from Salt Lake City -- Even the Lak ... The Easter Bunny, Santa Claus . . . and the Clippers Today at 10:29:38 - Who knows where a little belief can take you? Well, it's taking Page 2 on the road with Donald Sterling's team, which is generating excitement and making believers all over. Who'd have thought?I belie ... First-place Huskies beat undermanned USC, 69-41 Today at 10:29:38 - The Trojans miss their first 14 three-point attempts. Tony Wroten leads Washington with 13 points, eight assists and six rebounds.SEATTLE — Tony Wroten had 13 points, eight assists and six rebou ...	Kansas City Hockey fix: A weekly look at the NHL Today at 06:49:18 - •  Player: Edmonton's Sam Gagner. He had four goals and four assists in the last two periods of the Oilers' 8-4 win against Chicago on Thursday. The 22-year-old Gagner joins franchise legend ... Cassel is familiar with Chiefs' target for offensive coordinator Today at 06:49:18 - Chiefs quarterback Matt Cassel doesn't make a habit of studying the offenses of opposing teams. But he admits to paying some attention when he's watching the offenses of Brian Daboll, who was the Patr ... Kansas can't hold an eight-point, late-game lead Today at 06:49:18 - Until the final three minutes, Kansas played the game coach Bill Self deemed necessary to win at fourth-ranked Missouri. Missouri made every play and Kansas made none down the stretch. Fomer Chief Willie Roaf elected to Pro Football Hall of Fame Today at 06:49:18 - Kansas City gave Willie Roaf the boost he needed to be elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Roaf, a towering offensive tackle who spent the last four seasons of his career with the Chiefs after ... Danica Patrick won't run Indy 500 this year Today at 06:49:18 - Danica Patrick became a worldwide sensation as a rookie at the Indianapolis 500, challenging for victory and becoming the first woman to lead laps in the showcase race.
CNN US Head-trauma lawsuits grow against NFL Today at 02:36:58 - Former Philadelphia Eagles fullback Kevin Turner is one of hundreds of former NFL players and their families suing the league for alleged negligence, claiming it didn't do enough to mitigate the risks ... Football: Man City march on at home 04/02/2012 at 19:17:30 - Manchester City maintained their 100% home record in the English Premier League with a 3-0 win over Fulham on Saturday. Rugby: France win Six Nations opener 04/02/2012 at 19:17:30 - France kicked-off the 2012 Six Nations championship with a resounding 30-12 win over Italy at the Stade de France in Paris on Saturday. Football: Zambia/Ivory Coast into semis 04/02/2012 at 19:17:30 - Zambia and Ivory Coast are through to the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations after both teams completed comfortable 3-0 victories against Sudan and Equatorial Guinea respectively on Saturday. Football: Bayern drop to second 04/02/2012 at 19:17:30 - Bayern Munich failed to regain top spot in the Bundesliga on Saturday night after dropping points in a 1-1 draw at Hamburg.	Reuters Coyotes take bite out of Sharks Today at 02:30:00 - (Reuters) - The Phoenix Coyotes broke out of an extended slump in form with a confidence-boosting 5-3 home win over Pacific Division rival San Jose on Saturday. Running back Martin among six players into Hall of Fame Today at 02:30:00 - INDIANAPOLIS (Reuters) - Curtis Martin, who ranks fourth on the National Football League's all-time rushing list, was one of six players elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Saturday. Patriots release Underwood on eve of Super Bowl Today at 02:30:00 - INDIANAPOLIS (Reuters) - The New England Patriots made a surprise roster change on the eve of their Super Bowl clash with the New York Giants, releasing wide-receiver Tiquan Underwood. Indianapolis officials urge Super Bowl crowds to play it safe Today at 02:30:00 - (Reuters) - Indianapolis authorities called on Super Bowl celebrants to play it safe on Saturday night at festivities near the city's football stadium, after at least 10 people were injured the previo ... Williams gives U.S. 2-0 lead over depleted Belarus Today at 02:30:00 - (Reuters) - Former world number one Serena Williams gave the United States a commanding 2-0 lead over Belarus in their Fed Cup tie Saturday after top ranked Victoria Azarenka was unable to compete for ...	Business Wire Wes Welker and Hakeem Nicks Face Off Before Super Bowl 04/02/2012 at 01:51:11 - NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As the New England Patriots and New York Giants gear up for this weekend’s Super Bowl, NFL stars Wes Welker and Hakeem Nicks are battling off the field for a Milk Mustache c ... Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels & Coaching Great Bill Cowher to Join Pe... 04/02/2012 at 01:51:11 - INDIANAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PeopleScout kicks off Veteran Hiring Initiative Super Bowl Weekend, 25 percent increase in military hires in next 12 months Aggreko to Power America’s Biggest Football Event for 22nd Year 04/02/2012 at 01:51:11 - INDIANAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--America’s biggest football championship game is powering up for an electric evening of sporting entertainment between the New England Patriots and the New York Giants on ... Clear Channel and Madonna Partner to Launch Worldwide Multi-Platform P... 03/02/2012 at 03:02:45 - NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Clear Channel today announced that it has partnered with Madonna to launch a worldwide campaign of her latest single and video, “Give Me All Your Luvin’.” Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. to Report Fourth Quarter and Year-End 201... 03/02/2012 at 03:02:45 - SOUTHPORT, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) will announce its financial results for the fourth quarter and year-end 2011 and file its Annual Report on Form 10-K on Wedne ...
CBS Sports Palmer's 7-under leads suspended Phoenix Open 03/02/2012 at 17:37:35 - Ryan Palmer shot a 7-under 64 to claim the lead Thursday in the suspended first round of the Phoenix Open. Stanley's grace after Torrey flop sign of true (and future) winner 03/02/2012 at 17:37:35 - Kyle Stanley could have hid in a cave after giving away a victory at Torrey Pines, but the youngster faces the music with maturity and grace. Steve Elling says this is a good omen for a still promisin ... High winds force suspension of play in Qatar 03/02/2012 at 17:37:35 - Strong winds moved golf balls and tossed around signs at the Qatar Masters on Friday, forcing European Tour officials to suspend play. Sunday proves it again: Nothing stirs drama like a par-5 finish 03/02/2012 at 17:37:35 - It's so exciting, Steve Elling wonders why it isn't the case more often -- but no overkill, please. Par-5 closing holes led to a pair of gut-wrenching, fantastic finishes Sunday, continuing a trend th ... U.S. Open champ Ryu fires 61, takes four-stroke lead in Australia 03/02/2012 at 17:37:35 - U.S. Open champion So Yeon Ryu shot an 11-under-par 61 at Royal Pines on Friday to take a four-stroke lead after two rounds of the Australian Ladies Masters.	MSNBC Dozens dead in Egyptian riot 02/02/2012 at 00:57:37 - The trouble began when fans of the home team, Al-Masry, stormed the field following their 3-1 win over Al-Ahly, Egypt’s top team. Players rushed to the locker room to safety, but violence erupted amon ... Dempsey's 16th goal gives Fulham 1-1 tie in EPL 02/02/2012 at 00:57:37 - Clint Dempsey scored his 10th league goal of the season and 16th overall, giving Fulham a 1-1 tie with West Bromwich Albion on Wednesday night. Tunisia's Chedli walks out on team at African Cup 02/02/2012 at 00:57:37 - FRANCEVILLE, Gabon (AP) -Veteran Tunisia midfielder Adel Chedli walked out on his squad at the African Cup of Nations on Wednesday after failing to play in any of its three games. He later claimed he ... Terry to stand trial for racism 02/02/2012 at 00:57:37 - England captain John Terry will stand trial after the European Championship over allegations he racially abused an opponent. 2 more Serie A matches postponed due to snow 02/02/2012 at 00:57:37 - The Bologna-Fiorentina and Siena-Catania Serie A matches scheduled for Wednesday have been postponed because of snow.