May 17 2012

Youthful Thunder Take 2-0 Lead vs. Lakers – New York Times

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New York Times
Youthful Thunder Take 2-0 Lead vs. Lakers
New York Times
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma City Thunder appeared to set the tone and terms of these Western Conference semifinals with a Game 1 blowout of the Los Angeles Lakers, whose frustrations included an acknowledgment that they could not keep up with the
Five things to take from Lakers' 77-75 loss to ThunderLos Angeles Times
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Thunder rally to edge Lakers 77-75 in Game 2Fox News
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Gaborik's error lands him on bench
USA TODAY
NEW YORK (AP) – New York Rangers coach John Tortorella has little patience for mistakes and a big one by leading scorer Marian Gaborik on the New Jersey Devils' tying goal got him an extended stay on the bench in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals
Sarah Kwak: Strong forecheck helps Devils checkmate Rangers in Game 2SI.com
Devils rally past Rangers, 3-2, tie series, 1-1Fox News
Rangers' Gaborik not in clear, makes costly mistakeNew York Daily News
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Celtics paint pretty picture
Boston Herald
By Mark Murphy PHILADELPHIA — Paul Pierce [stats], on his way to a 22-point, 11-rebound game, slashed to the basket midway through the fourth quarter last night and spun in a reverse finger roll off the glass. The Celtics [team stats] captain ran back
Celtics send clear-cut messageESPN
Wednesday's NBA roundup: Celtics back in controlThe Detroit News
Garnett delivers pain, brings playoff MVP-worthy game, attitude to CeltsCBSSports.com
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May 16 2012

The Stars Come Out in the Celtics’ Big Win – New York Times

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The Stars Come Out in the Celtics' Big Win
New York Times
PHILADELPHIA — At the Boston Celtics' shootaround Wednesday morning, Coach Doc Rivers noticed a particular seriousness from point guard Rajon Rondo. It was hours before the Celtics' 107-91 victory against the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 3 of the Eastern
The Sixth Man: Celtics show Sixers what playoff basketball is aboutChicago Tribune
Garnett, Celtics take control against 76ersSalt Lake Tribune
Phil Sheridan: Celtics show 76ers how it's donePhiladelphia Inquirer
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Los Angeles Times
Game updates: Lakers vs. Thunder, Game 2
Los Angeles Times
By Chris Dufresne This is how the Lakers have to play to stay in the series. Keep the pace below the Indy 500 and work their big men inside. Bynun and Gasol have combined for 20. Kobe has 10. There are still too many lazy passes (that means you,
Lakers Vs. Thunder Score Update: Los Angeles Better In Game 2, Still Trail At HalfSB Nation
Lakers Suffer for Westbrook's Newfound MaturityNew York Times
Thunder Vs. Lakers Halftime Score: OKC Over Los Angeles 48-45SB Nation Kansas City
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USA TODAY
Heat coach Spoelstra: 'Nothing is going to come easy'
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By Jeff Zillgitt, USA TODAY MIAMI – As outsiders look for any shot to say the Miami Heat are on their way to repeating last year's postseason — winning right up to the moment when it most counts — Heat players and coaches embrace the challenge.
Heat regroup, heading to take on confident PacersBoston.com
Miami Heat's playoff dogfight begins in earnest with Indiana PacersMiamiHerald.com
Pacers focused on Game 3 and keeping pressure on HeatNBA.com
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May 16 2012

Mets Done In by Bullpen Again – New York Times

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Mets Done In by Bullpen Again
New York Times
A solid outing by their ace and a bit of small ball at the plate put the Mets in position to beat the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday night at Citi Field. But their efforts were wasted by the team's bullpen, a growing source of consternation for the team.
Mets let one-run lead slip, fall 6-3 vs. RedsNew York Daily News
MLB announces Mets as 2013 All-Star Game hostSI.com
Mets' bullpen surrenders another one in 6-3 loss to RedsNorthJersey.com
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Stanton helps on both sides to help Marlins beat Braves, 8-4
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Miami Marlins right fielder Giancarlo Stanton hits a two-run home run in the seventh inning against the Atlanta Braves at Turner Field. Stanton also made a diving catch in the bottom of the fourth. Miami Marlins right fielder Giancarlo Stanton hits a
Miami Marlins power past Atlanta BravesMiamiHerald.com
Stanton's 2-run HR helps Marlins beat Braves, 8-4Boston.com
Braves drop series opener to MarlinsAtlanta Journal Constitution

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Globe and Mail
Kings Remain Calm, Continuing Road Run
New York Times
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Los Angeles Kings knew the Coyotes would come at them with everything they had. Even when that meant some questionable hits as the frustration grew, the Kings never let it bother them. Withstanding an early push and a series
Coyotes' Martin Hanzal to sit out game for hit on Kings' Dustin BrownLos Angeles Times
Phoenix Coyotes' Martin Hanzal out for Game 3, Shane Doan avoids suspensionAZ Central.com
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May 16 2012

NY Mets to host 2013 MLB All-Star Game at Citi Field – New York Daily News

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NY Mets to host 2013 MLB All-Star Game at Citi Field
New York Daily News
There will be an All-Star at every position next season at Citi Field when the Mets host the 2013 MLB All-Star Game. The long-anticipated announcement came Wednesday at a City Hall press conference with Mayor Bloomberg, MLB Commissioner Bud Selig,
MLB announces Mets as 2013 All-Star hostCBS News
Baseball-New York to host 2013 MLB All-Star GameChicago Tribune
Mets (20-16) Vs. Reds (18-17): Series Preview TV Schedule, Probable PitchersSB Nation
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Lakers Devin Ebanks, Andrew Bynum fined by NBA
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By Rachel Shuster, USA TODAY Bad enough the Los Angeles Lakers have had to sit around since Monday with the memory of the embarrassing 29-point loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the opener of their Western Conference semifinal series.
Andrew Bynum fined $ 15KESPN
NBA-Lakers' Ebanks and Bynum each fined by the leagueChicago Tribune
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Toronto Star
Pacers' Bird named NBA's top exec
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Larry Bird received 88 points and 12 first-place votes from a panel of his fellow team executives Wednesday. AP NEW YORK (AP) — Indiana Pacers president Larry Bird was voted the NBA's Executive of the Year on Wednesday, becoming the first person to
Pacers' Larry Bird named NBA Executive of the YearUSA TODAY
Pacers' Larry Bird is NBA Executive of the YearKansas City Star
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May 16 2012

The Heat Is Off – New York Times

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The Heat Is Off
New York Times
If we didn't know any better, we would suspect Chris Bosh's abdominal injury was somehow created by NBA script-writers. Because until Bosh doubled over in pain, the Heat's march to the NBA finals was looking rather methodical.
NBA Playoffs: Pacers Beat Heat, Duncan Leads Spurs to WinFox News
Indiana Pacers get under Dwyane Wade's skin with post-game 'celebration'SportingNews.com
2012 NBA Playoffs, Pacers Vs. Heat: Dwyane Wade Compains Of Overcelebration By SB Nation
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Giants unveil Super Bowl XLVI championship rings
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By Nate Davis, USA TODAY Winning Super Bowl XLVI has earned the New York Giants rings with plenty of bling. The white gold rings from Tiffany & Co. were designed with input from GM Jerry Reese, head coach Tom Coughlin and the team captains: QB Eli
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Eli Manning, Giants to Get Latest Super Bowl RingsABC News
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Globe and Mail
Lakers staying optimistic about Oklahoma City (Web links)
Los Angeles Times
By Mark Medina –The Oklahoman's Barry Tramel focuses on Metta World Peace's weird comments about a number of topics. Tramel also highlights Fisher's contention that he wasn't trying to show up the Lakers' bench after hitting a late-game shot in Game 1
Lakers try to rebound from Game 1 rout in OKCChicago Tribune
Lakers vs. Thunder Pre-Game Report: Lakers Seek Redemption in Game 2Lakers Nation
Lakers at Thunder, Game 2: What to watchESPN (blog)
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May 15 2012

Pacers Tie Series and Take Home-Court Advantage – New York Times

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Pacers Tie Series and Take Home-Court Advantage
New York Times
David West scored 16 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, George Hill added 15 points and the Indiana Pacers took home-court advantage away from Miami by beating the Heat, 78-75, in Game 2 of the teams' Eastern Conference semifinal series Tuesday night.
Pacers win 78-75, late chances doom MiamiMiamiHerald.com
Pacers pull out Game 2 win vs. Bosh-less HeatUSA TODAY
Indiana frustrates Wade and James in 78-75 win, steals home-court in series Washington Post
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New York Daily News
Orioles' Chen beats Yankees
Washington Post
BALTIMORE — Wei-Yin Chen said the day before Tuesday's start that he wasn't going to do anything differently this time around against the New York Yankees. The 26-year-old Taiwanese lefty had never before faced an opponent for the second time as a
Chen leads Orioles to 5-2 win over YankeesHouston Chronicle
O's hand CC first loss, Yanks' bats quiet in 5-2 lossNew York Daily News

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Yankees Go Quietly on Way Out of Town
New York Times
BALTIMORE — The latest in a series of closers for the Yankees was eager and ready to take the ball in the ninth inning if asked Tuesday. Attrition has chipped away at the Yankees bullpen, and with Dave Robertson the latest to go down with an injury,
Yankees put closer David Robertson on disabled listLos Angeles Times
Soriano faces a save-the-Yankees situationNew York Daily News
Yankees place Robertson on DL; Rays' Niemann sidelined, tooUSA TODAY
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May 15 2012

NY Rangers’ enforcer Mike Rupp has seen both sides of Blueshirts vs. NJ Devils … – New York Daily News

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NY Rangers' enforcer Mike Rupp has seen both sides of Blueshirts vs. NJ Devils
New York Daily News
Mike Rupp was in his first season with the Devils in 2003 — the one that ended with him scoring the Stanley Cup-winning goal — when he realized the extent of the rivalry with the Rangers. “I just remember the chants. . . . We were playing the Florida
Rangers Absorb Devils' Best ShotsNew York Times
Rangers' ability to survive forecheck key to victoryNHL.com
Defense And Lundqvist Key RangersESPN
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Kansas City Star
Reports: VCU headed to Atlantic 10
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AP RICHMOND, Va. — VCU is joining the Atlantic 10 after deciding to leave the Colonial Athletic Association, a person familiar with the decision said Tuesday. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the move has not
Person familiar with the decision: VCU is heading to Atlantic 10, leaving the CAAWashington Post

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Los Angeles Times
Dodgers Win Without Kemp
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Just as they were getting on a roll following a lackluster stretch, the Los Angeles Dodgers are facing some uncertainty regarding the health of their top hitter. With Matt Kemp's chances of playing a 400th consecutive game unlikely, the Dodgers look to
Fun times: Dodgers suddenly scrambling to field a starting nineLos Angeles Times
Arizona vs. Los AngelesUSA TODAY
Dodgers Vs. Diamondbacks Final Score: Clayton Kershaw Dominates In 3-1 WinSB Nation
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May 14 2012

Chris Bosh will be out of lineup for Miami Heat indefinitely due to strained … – New York Daily News

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Chris Bosh will be out of lineup for Miami Heat indefinitely due to strained
New York Daily News
The Miami Heat still has LeBron James and Dwyane Wade, but they'll have to survive for the rest of this playoff round against Indiana without Chris Bosh. In a major setback that could end up jeopardizing their title run, the Heat found out that Bosh,
Pacers-Heat PreviewFOXSports.com
Bosh out indefinitely, so Heat and Pacers adjustWashington Times
Chris Bosh's injury casts doubt on Miami Heat's championship aspirationsSportingNews.com
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The Guardian
Rangers, Devils are close—and not just geographically
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The New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils kick off the Eastern Conference finals tonight; Game 1 starts at 8 pm at Madison Square Garden. Sporting News' hockey team sees major similarities between the squads, but only one can move on to the Stanley
John Tortorella on stat: 'Bunch of crap'ESPN
John Tortorella Gets Through Pre-Game 1 Press Conference With 31 WordsSB Nation
Serby's Special Q & A with … Adam GravesNew York Post
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ABC News
Hamilton on Triple Crown Pace After Big Week
ABC News
The numbers for Josh Hamilton are just mind-boggling. After the Texas Rangers slugger had maybe the best week ever in baseball, there will be talk about the single-season home run record. Maybe even the Triple Crown, something as rare as his four-homer
Power surge nets Hamilton AL Player of WeekMLB.com

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May 14 2012

The City Game – New York Times

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Globe and Mail
The City Game
New York Times
Normally, if you have any opinion on who wins the English Premier League, it demonstrates your world view on sports, whether you have one or prefer not to cross borders set up by ESPN. But considering the way Manchester City won the Premier League
City is no longer United's kid brotherFox News
Manchester United will be stronger for disappointment, says Rio FerdinandThe Guardian
City Wins English Title for 1st Time in 44 YearsABC News
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The Guardian
Grown-up Thunder ready for playoff rematch with Lakers
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The last time the Thunder hooked up with the Lakers in a playoff series it was literally men against boys. A seasoned Lakers team was on its way to The Finals, the third of three consecutive trips, while the wide-eyed Thunder were dipping their 20-year
Thunder in forecast for World Peace, LakersFox News
Who wins West's marquee matchup?ESPN
Thunder's Kendrick Perkins Nearing Return From Hip Injury, May Face LakersSI.com
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USA TODAY
Clippers defeat Grizzlies to advance in NBA playoffs
Chicago Sun-Times
By TERESA M. WALKER AP Sports Writer May 14, 2012 10:34AM Los Angeles Clippers forward Trey Thompkins, center, celebrates with teammates Blake Griffin, left, and DeAndre Jordan, right, in the final seconds of Game 7 against the Memphis Grizzlies in a
Specter of Spurs curbs Clippers' celebrationLos Angeles Times
Clippers Advance, Knock out Grizzlies 82-72ABC News
Blake Griffin: Blake Griffin says he'll play through sprainRotoworld.com
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May 14 2012

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May 13 2012

In Manchester, a Finish Few Will Forget – New York Times

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In Manchester, a Finish Few Will Forget
New York Times
LONDON — It took the last-minute heroics that were once the staple of boyhood comic books to accomplish it, a turnabout on the last day of the season's top-flight soccer competition that was so improbable that the winning coach, stunned, described it
Manchester City triumph defies all oddsFox News
City wins English title for first time in 44 yearsSI.com
'Crazy finish for crazy season': City wins 1st English in 44 years with Washington Post
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Los Angeles Times
Clippers beat Memphis, and a whole lot of bad history, in Game 7
Los Angeles Times
Clippers grind out an 82-72 victory on the road, despite injuries to key players including Chris Paul and Blake Griffin — and despite never previously having won a Game 7 in their skimpy playoff history. Clippers reserve point guard Eric Bledsoe,
After weeklong layoff, top-seeded Spurs relieved to finally know Clippers are Washington Post
UPDATE 1-NBA-Clippers beat Grizzlies to advanceChicago Tribune
NBA playoffs: Clippers beat Grizzlies 82-72 to advanceSalt Lake Tribune
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Top-10 machine Matt Kuchar cashes in
ESPN
By Bob Harig | ESPN.com PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. — The smile is constant, as if it is surgically planted on his face. Good luck rattling Matt Kuchar, who can find a positive in just about anything on a golf course, where tempers typically thrive.
A Long, Tough Journey Ends With Golf's Richest PaycheckNew York Times
Matt Kuchar, taking advantage of Kevin Na's flop, wins The Players ChampionshipWashington Post
Fowler finishes strong, fails to pressure KucharAtlanta Journal Constitution
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May 13 2012

Bosh Exits in Pain as Heat Capture Game 1 – New York Times

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Bosh Exits in Pain as Heat Capture Game 1
New York Times
LeBron James scored 32 points and grabbed 15 rebounds Sunday as the Miami Heat defeated the visiting Indiana Pacers, 95-86, to begin their Eastern Conference semifinal series. Dwyane Wade finished with 29 points after struggling from the floor for the
NBA: MVP LeBron James scores 32 points as Miami Heat beat Indiana PacersSalt Lake Tribune
Heat overcome Chris Bosh injury, beat Pacers in Game 1USA TODAY
MVP James Gets 32, Heat Top Pacers 95-86 in Game 1ABC News
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MLB.com
Wells honors mom's request, belts home run
MLB.com
NEW YORK — Mariners left fielder Casper Wells got a Mother's Day request from his mom on Sunday morning. Nothing big, just if he could provide a little something special to remember when she and the rest of the family drove the two hours from
Despite loss, aging Pettitte feels like he 'never left'SportingNews.com
Mariners spoil Andy Pettitte's return for Yankees: AL roundupCBC.ca
Pettitte Stumbles, But Is ServiceableWall Street Journal
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Los Angeles Times
Clippers dig deeper to reach daylight
Los Angeles Times
LA is the tougher team when it counts, and everyone seems to have contributed to a Game 7 victory in Memphis. Clippers point guard Chris Paul battles the big men, including Grizzlies power forward Zach Randolph, for a rebound in the fourth quarter of
Behind the Box Score, where the Clippers survived the first roundYahoo! Sports (blog)
NBA playoffs: Clippers beat Grizzlies 82-72 to advanceSalt Lake Tribune
After weeklong layoff, top-seeded Spurs relieved to finally know Clippers are Washington Post
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May 13 2012

Manchester City ends 44-year title drought – New York Daily News

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Manchester City ends 44-year title drought
New York Daily News
MANCHESTER, England — Manchester City won the English title for the first time in 44 years, surging past Queens Park Rangers 3-2 on Sunday with Sergio Aguero scoring his team's second goal late in stoppage time. Aguero, the son-in-law of Argentine
Manchester United fans suffer final-day agony at SunderlandBBC Sport
City wins English title for 1st time in 44 yearsOregonLive.com
City wins English title for first time in 44 yearsSI.com
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New York Daily News
Pettitte shows rust in return to Yankees
New York Daily News
Andy Pettitte's return to the Bronx started with a raucous standing ovation and included a rare shout out from the Bleacher Creatures who included Pettitte in their traditional pregame roll call. But there would be no Hollywood ending to Pettitte's
Pettitte's return to Yankees spoiled by MarinersSan Jose Mercury News
Mariners dispatch Yankees to spoil Andy Pettitte's returnESPN
Millwood steals show from Pettitte as M's beat Yankees, 6-2The Seattle Times

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Newsday
Brodeur talks about Lundqvist ahead of Game 1
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By Mike G. Morreale – NHL.com Staff Writer On Monday, he'll step between the pipes in his fifth playoff series against Broadway Blueshirts. It will also mark his third matchup against Henrik Lundqvist, who'll be manning the cage at the other end in
Rangers beat Capitals in Game 7 to advance to conference finalsBoston.com
Rangers Relish the Grind as the Devils Rest UpNew York Times
NJ Transit may add train cars and buses to accommodate Rangers-Devils playoff The Star-Ledger – NJ.com
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May 13 2012

After 44 Years, Manchester CIty Wins Premiership – New York Times

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Telegraph.co.uk
After 44 Years, Manchester CIty Wins Premiership
New York Times
LONDON — The blue moon has risen again in Manchester after 44 years of heartache. Manchester City fans, the blue half of a city dominated by United red, on Sunday won the English league for the first time since 1968. The suspense — if not always the
Manchester City vs. QPR: Man City wins 3-2 to claim Premier League titleWashington Post
The taste of victory sours for Man UnitedSI.com
Man City win Premier League: BBC Sport pundits reactionBBC Sport
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AFP
Heat president Pat Riley says hard work brought LeBron James and Chris Bosh to
Boston Herald
By Joseph Goodman / The Miami Herald MIAMI – Contrary to the opinion of Pacers center Roy Hibbert, the Heat did work hard to build its current team, said Heat president Pat Riley on Saturday. During a rare interview session with writers who cover the
AFRO Sports Desk Faceoff: With Third MVP in Hand, Will LeBron Silence Skeptics Afro American
Miami Heat-Indiana Pacers series: Star-power vs. team functionMiamiHerald.com
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Globe and Mail
Ousted Nuggets still feeling good about future
SI.com
DENVER (AP) – The Denver Nuggets are one-and-done in the NBA playoffs again. Only this ouster has a much different feel. The young team grew up in a hurry in taking the star-studded Los Angeles Lakers to the brink before losing a thrilling Game 7 at
Lakers, Led by Metta World Peace and Pau Gasol, Defeat NuggetsFox News
Nuggets feeling good about futureHouston Chronicle
Steve Blake 'feels great,' and so do Lakers fansLos Angeles Times
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May 13 2012

New York Rangers beat Washington Capitals in 7 to face New Jersey Devils – The Guardian

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The Guardian
New York Rangers beat Washington Capitals in 7 to face New Jersey Devils
The Guardian
After cruising atop of the eastern conference during the regular season, the New York Rangers are going about the playoffs the hard way: seven games in the first round, seven in the second, and next up the New Jersey Devils and what should be an epic
Dale Hunter Proves He Belongs Behind an NHL Bench With Washington's Postseason NESN.com
Rangers Vs Capitals, Game 7: Puck Possession Key To New York's SurvivalSB Nation
Zach Parise: Playing five on five key for Devils v RangersRotoworld.com
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CBC.ca
Serena Williams routs Azarenka to win Madrid Open
Fox News
MADRID – Serena Williams overpowered Victoria Azarenka 6-1, 6-3 Sunday, winning the Madrid Open and leaving her top-ranked opponent so exasperated she smashed her racket to the ground. In a match between two of the tour's heaviest hitters,
Serena routs Azarenka to win Madrid OpenUSA TODAY
Serena Williams routs top-ranked Victoria Azarenka 6-1, 6-3 to win Madrid OpenWashington Post
Serena Williams wins Madrid titleESPN

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CBS News
Players Championship 2012: Tee Times, Pairings, TV Schedule For Sunday
SB Nation
Kevin Na takes a one-stroke lead into Sunday's final round of the Players Championship from TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Na, who fired a 4-under 68 on Saturday, is -12. He will be paired with Matt Kuchar, who sits at -11 after Saturday's
Kevin Na leads Players Championship after three roundsBoston.com
Kevin Na slow-plays way to TPC leadESPN
For Na, Shaky Swings but a Solid ScoreNew York Times
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May 12 2012

A Daring Move Sets the Tone as Lundqvist Seizes the Moment – New York Times

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New York Times
A Daring Move Sets the Tone as Lundqvist Seizes the Moment
New York Times
In the most important win of his Rangers career, Henrik Lundqvist may have made his biggest play not with a save but with a poke check. With 12 minutes left in the second period of the Rangers' 2-1 victory over Washington in Game 7, Capitals forward
2012 NHL Playoffs: New York Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist thwarts Washington Washington Post
Winning Cup a tough road ahead for scoring-challenged RangersCBSSports.com
Caps eliminated with 2-1 Game 7 loss to RangersMiamiHerald.com
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USA TODAY
Celtics' veterans come through when it counts against youthful Sixers
CBSSports.com
By Jeff Goodman | CBSSports.com College Basketball Insider BOSTON — The Boston Celtics have no shortage of go-to guys with the game on the line. Take your pick: Future Hall of Famers Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett or Ray Allen and maybe even speedy point
Garnett (29, 11) leads Celtics past 76ers, 92-91Fox News
Celtics prove experience matters in Game 1 win over 76ersSportingNews.com
NBA: Boston Celtics a one-point winner over Philadelphia 76ers in opener of San Jose Mercury News
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Jimmie Johnson gives Hendrick Motorsports its 200th win
Boston Herald
By Jim Utter / McClatchy Newspapers (MCT) Jimmie Johnson held off Denny Hamlin to win Saturday night's Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway, giving Hendrick Motorsports its first Sprint Cup Series victory of the 2012 season and Rick Hendrick's 200th as a
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May 12 2012

Rangers Win Game 7, Setting Up Series With the Devils – New York Times

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Rangers Win Game 7, Setting Up Series With the Devils
New York Times
The Rangers saved their season Saturday night at a deafening Madison Square Garden, but it was by the slimmest of margins again. It took a lightning-fast early goal from Brad Richards, an opportunistic third-period tally from Michael Del Zotto and some
Rangers win Game 7, face Devils nextUSA TODAY
Rangers Hold off Caps 2-1 in Game 7ABC News
Rangers outlast Capitals 2-1 in Game 7NHL.com
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Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade willing to cede spotlight to new MVP LeBron James
MiamiHerald.com
By Greg Cote The quiet, under-recognized lynchpin of this Heat season and its championship direction has been the ability — but first the willingness — of Dwyane Wade to step aside for the first time in his Miami career and let this team be LeBron
NBA: James awarded third MVP AwardHoopsWorld
Emotional LeBron James accepts third MVP award, says it's 'overwhelming'Plain Dealer
LeBron James wins third NBA MVP awardCanton Repository
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Bob Ford: Experienced Celtics win first skirmish with youthful Sixers
Philadelphia Inquirer
BOSTON – It was only the first act of a show that seems headed for a long run, but the first game of the Eastern Conference semifinals between these ancient basketball rivals laid out the plot very plainly. This is Youth versus Age, Energy versus
Celtics hold off 76ers to win Game 1Chicago Tribune
Garnett leads Celtics past 76ers, 92-91 and gives Boston 1-0 lead in seriesWashington Post

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May 11 2012

Carroll Shelby, Builder of Cobra Sports Car, Dies at 89 – New York Times

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Toronto Star
Carroll Shelby, Builder of Cobra Sports Car, Dies at 89
New York Times
Carroll Shelby, a Texas chicken farmer turned hot-rodder who went on to build innovative sports cars that challenged Europe's longtime dominance of road racing, as well as high-performance versions of production cars like the Ford Mustang,
Legendary car designer, racer Shelby dies at 89San Francisco Chronicle
Carroll Shelby, famed for fast living and faster cars, dies at 89Los Angeles Times
Legendary racer, car designer Carroll Shelby diesSI.com
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Woods Settles Closer to Cut Line Than Lead
New York Times
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. — At the Medalist Golf Club, some 200 miles south of here on Interstate 95, Rickie Fowler and Tiger Woods occasionally practice together. Paired in competition for the first time Thursday at the Players Championship,
Friday meltdowns at Sawgrass: Laird sinks, McIlroy misses cutWinnipeg Free Press
'Light the candle!' Tiger Woods gets a new tee shoutYahoo! Sports (blog)
Poulter, Laird tied at Players ChampionshipFox News
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Judge throws out defamation suit against Syracuse's head basketball coach
CNN
By the CNN Wire Staff A judge rules the comments "were likely to be an opinion … rather than objective fact" (CNN) — A New York State Supreme Court justice dismissed Friday a defamation lawsuit against Syracuse University and its longtime head
Judge tosses lawsuit by accusers of ex-Syracuse coachReuters
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May 10 2012

Jeremy Lin says future with NY Knicks “isn’t set in stone” – New York Daily News

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Jeremy Lin says future with NY Knicks "isn't set in stone"
New York Daily News
Perhaps the shadow of Steve Nash is sprouting doubt, because Jeremy Lin isn't buying into the Knicks' assurances of a new contract. “Nothing is set in stone. That's what I've learned,” Lin said Thursday. “We talked about (my free agency).
Knicks Players Promise to 'Figure It Out'New York Times
Knicks pick up the pieces, players counting on better chemistry next seasonNorthJersey.com
Report: Mike Woodson fires agentSportingNews.com
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Nuggets vs. Lakers Game 6 live: Kobe vs. Karl in crucial matchup
Denver Post
By The Denver Post Kobe Bryant arrives before the start of Game 6 between the Lakers and Nuggets in Denver. (Hyoung Chang, The Denver Post) With the start of the Western Conference semifinals set by the NBA, the only question out there is which team
Kobe's playing, but the Lakers aren't scoring vs. NuggetsUSA TODAY
Kobe starts Game 6 after missing shootaroundFox News
Lakers vs. Nuggets: Game 6 live coverageLos Angeles Times (blog)
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Beckett booed off field, Red Sox lose to Indians
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BOSTON — For Josh Beckett and the Boston Red Sox, getting jeered at Fenway Park has become par for the course. The embattled starter did nothing to help restore his reputation Thursday night, getting booed off the field in the third inning of Boston's
Indians tee off on Beckett in 8-3 win over Red SoxKansas City Star
Derek Lowe beats former team as Indians tee off on Josh Beckett in 8-3 win Minneapolis Star Tribune
Beckett defends golf outingBoston.com
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May 10 2012

Knicks Players Clean Out Their Lockers and Promise to ‘Figure It Out’ – New York Times

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Knicks Players Clean Out Their Lockers and Promise to 'Figure It Out'
New York Times
GREENBURGH, NY — In their final defensive stand of the season, Carmelo Anthony and Amar'e Stoudemire planted their feet and swatted away conventional wisdom — namely, the belief that they cannot thrive together. The collected evidence against them is
Knicks need four or five to top Heat's Big 3New York Daily News
Report: Mike Woodson fires agentSportingNews.com
Miami Heat Eliminate Knicks, Face Pacers In SemifinalsSunshine Slate
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Celtics oust Hawks behind Garnett's Game 6 heroics
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BOSTON (AP) – Kevin Garnett had 28 points and 14 rebounds, hitting a jumper to give Boston the lead with 31 seconds left in Game 6 on Thursday night, and the Celtics beat the Atlanta Hawks 83-80 to win their first-round playoff series and advance to
Celtics Beat Hawks 83-80 to Advance in EastABC News
Celtics win, advance to next roundBoston Herald
Garnett's double-double helps Celtics knock out HawksChicago Tribune
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Chris Andersen's home searched
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AP Sheriff's spokesman Ron Hanavan confirmed that the search took place Thursday as part of an investigation conducted by the department's Internet Crimes Against Children unit. Andersen has not been arrested and Hanavan said no arrest warrant has been
Nuggets player Chris Andersen excused from team after home searchedDenver Post
Chris "Birdman" Andersen InvestigatedHoopsWorld
Sixers Finish Off an Upset of the Battered BullsNew York Times
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May 10 2012

Andersen Leaves Nuggets Amid Criminal Investigation – New York Times

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Andersen Leaves Nuggets Amid Criminal Investigation
New York Times
The Denver Nuggets reserve center Chris Andersen was excused indefinitely from all team-related activities after sheriff's deputies in Douglas County, Colo., searched his home Thursday as part of an investigation by the department's Internet Crimes
NBA's "Birdman" Andersen's home raided by Denver-area policeReuters
Chris 'Birdman' Andersen target of an Internet criminal investigation, won't 9NEWS.com
Nuggets' Andersen target of investigationBloomington Pantagraph
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Zygi Wilf's patience helps secure Vikings a long-term home in Minnesota
Washington Post
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Zygi Wilf's patience finally paid off, for himself and the Minnesota Vikings. Despite numerous setbacks in his seven-year pursuit of public financing to help build a new stadium, the Vikings owner never once threatened to move or sell
Minn. Senate vote clears Vikings for new stadiumNOLA.com
Zygi, Vikings finally have a home of their ownAlbany Times Union
Vikings stadium approved by state lawmakersFS North

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Poulter on the move, tied for lead in Players Championship
Chicago Tribune
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. — Ian Poulter wouldn't necessarily recommend the way he got ready for The Players Championship. He certainly wouldn't wish anyone else to go through his odyssey of getting a new house built. With each box the English pro
The Players Championship: No. 17 hole at Sawgrass like 'a 3 o'clock Washington Post
Tiger Struggles In Round 1ESPN
Losing his wayFOXSports.com
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May 10 2012

J.R. hints he may be done with Knicks – New York Daily News

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J.R. hints he may be done with Knicks
New York Daily News
New York is a tough town, and its rabid sports fans may be a little too much for the Knicks' JR Smith. Following his dreadful 3-for-15 shooting performance in the Knicks' Game 5 loss to the Miami Heat, Smith was the focal point of Knicks' fans
Mike Woodson wants to returnESPN
Mike Woodson still vying for treacherous Knicks jobThe Star-Ledger – NJ.com
Heat finish off KnicksChicago Tribune
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Tiger Woods off to a stumbling start at Players Championship
Los Angeles Times
By Mike James When Tiger Woods won the Arnold Palmer Invitational in late March, many speculated that the former No. 1 player in the world had finally righted the ship and rediscovered the swing that used to rule golf. Of course, then he finished 40th
Players Championship 2012: Tiger Woods Flirts With Second Straight Missed CutSB Nation
Poulter grabs outright lead at THE PLAYERSRotoworld.com
Poulter takes early lead at Players ChampionshipNewsOK.com
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NFL looking at possible replacement refs
SI.com
FLORHAM PARK, NJ (AP) – The NFL is looking for potential replacement officials while it negotiates with the officials' association on a new contract. The previous contract expired after last season and another negotiating session is expected later this
NFL looking for replacement refereesUSA TODAY
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May 10 2012

Knicks Showed Fight but Subplots Remain Unsettled – New York Times

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Knicks Showed Fight but Subplots Remain Unsettled
New York Times
Watching the Knicks play the Miami Heat five times over 12 days was competitively akin to the legendary sword fight in “Monty Python and the Holy Grail,” when King Arthur hacks off the left arm of the Black Knight and says: “Now stand aside,
Amare Stoudemire makes pitch for Steve Nash to sign with KnicksSportingNews.com
What's the selling point with Indiana?ESPN
NBA AM: Can The Knicks Get Steve Nash?HoopsWorld
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Clippers Level Of Concern
ESPN
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin sprained his left knee, while guard Chris Paul suffered a strained right hip flexor and jammed the middle finger on his right hand in the Clippers' 92-80 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on
Grizzlies stave off elimination with 92-80 win in Game 5Hornell Evening Tribune
Why Would Vinny Del Negro Play An Injured Chris Paul?SB Nation
Memphis Grizzlies beat Clippers to stay alive; Blake Griffin, Chris Paul Washington Post (blog)
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Russia's secret service says it foiled terrorist plans in Sochi, the 2014
Sun-Sentinel
NATALIYA VASILYEVA AP MOSCOW (AP) — Russian agents have foiled terror attack plans on the Black Sea resort of Sochi, host of the 2014 Winter Olympics, and seized a large amount of weapons and ammunition, authorities said Thursday.

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May 10 2012

Pacers to face Heat: LeBron James, Miami knock out New York Knicks – Indianapolis Star

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Toronto Star
Pacers to face Heat: LeBron James, Miami knock out New York Knicks
Indianapolis Star
Miami Heat foward LeBron James dunks over New York Knicks forward Amare Stoudemire (bottom left) and guard Toney Douglas (23) during the second quarter Wednesday in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs in Miami. The Heat won 106-94 to win
Stoudemire sees better days aheadNew York Post
Jeremy Lin Key to Knicks 2012-13 Season?HoopsWorld
Heat Advance to Face Indiana, Topping NY 106-94ABC News
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Amazin's thriving, Phillies are diving
New York Post
PHILADELPHIA — The Mets have every right to feel great about themselves. They departed Citizens Bank Park with a resounding, 10-6 victory over the rival Phillies to complete a three-game sweep, their first such domination of enemy territory since 2006.
Game Recap: Wright, Davis Power Sweep with 10-6 WinRising Apple
Mets Make Themselves At Home in PhiladelphiaNew York Times
Phils drop first series to Mets in six yearsWFMZ Allentown
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2012 Darlington: Michael Annett NASCAR Sprint Cup Race Preview
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Crew Chief Philippe Lopez's Thoughts on Racing in Darlington: “When you go to Darlington you have to race the race track, mainly because of the design. Michael will have to run next to the wall every lap if we are going to be fast, and with that he
Reagan Smith happily returns to DarlingtonChicago Tribune
Dale Earnhardt Jr. has advice for struggling Danica PatrickUSA TODAY
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May 10 2012

Just like Jordan and Pippen, NY Knicks won’t ever get past Miami Heat’s LeBron … – New York Daily News

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New York Daily News
Just like Jordan and Pippen, NY Knicks won't ever get past Miami Heat's LeBron
New York Daily News
MIAMI — In the end, the Knicks couldn't get this series back to the Garden for one more game because LeBron James and Dwyane Wade wouldn't let them. This is what the Knicks had to fear when two of the game's top players decided to band together,
It's all on Jeremy Lin next yearESPN
Heat knock out Knicks in five gamesSTLtoday.com
NBA: LeBron James scores 29, Heat oust Knicks 106-94Salt Lake Tribune
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MLB Insider: Josh Hamilton's setting himself up for big payday, but just how big?
The Detroit News
Rangers slugger Josh Hamilton watches one of the four home runs he hit Tuesday against the Orioles. (Patrick Semansky/Associated Press) Much less stunning than the fireworks show Josh Hamilton put on in Baltimore on Tuesday was what we read just one
Power surge: Rangers' Josh Hamilton hitting jackpotDetroit Free Press
Josh Hamilton deserves the doughFort Worth Star Telegram
For Rangers' Josh Hamilton, a jackpot awaitsTucson Citizen
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2012 NHL playoffs: Alex Ovechkin scores as Capitals force Game 7 against Rangers
Washington Post
The Washington Capitals have found their identity this spring in being able to respond to tough losses and adversity with aplomb. On Wednesday night, facing elimination against the top-seeded New York Rangers, they came through again, this time with
Bondy: Alexander the Great could spell Rangers demiseNew York Daily News
Adrian Dater: Capitals take advantage of blasé Rangers, force do-or-die Game 7SI.com
Three Stars: Braden Holtby, Alex Ovechkin and Jason Chimera lead CapsSportingNews.com
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