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Toronto Maple Leafs legend and Hockey Hall of Famer Mats Sundin joined TSN Radio 1050s Jim Tatti and Jeff ONeill on Friday to give his thoughts on the Olympic hockey tournament ahead of Sundays gold medal match-up between his native Sweden and Canada. While there is a lot that Sundin has liked in the tournament so far, the performance that Russia put forth against Finland in the quarterfinals left a bad taste in his mouth. "I was almost disgusted by their performance when they played Finland," said the 43-year-old who played 18 seasons in the NHL. "I look at the Finnish team and theyre missing key players. They dont have any of their big stars and now [Rask] is hurt and that Russian team is stacked with great players and to come out and have that performance they had in the quarterfinals. It was an absolutely heartless performance. "It was very disappointing and I dont think its very good for hockey either to have them out of their home tournament. You wonder when you have Putin in the stands on home ice and you cant get heart out of these guys? Whats going to bring it out? I dont know," he said. Sundin believes simply chalking up Russias crashing out of the tournament to the tremendous pressure the team was under is a bit of a cop-out. "Even though youre nervous or you have a lot of pressure built up, you can always still get into the motions and show that youre actually trying," said the former first-overall pick by the Quebec Nordiques in the 1989 NHL Entry Draft. "We didnt see anything of that in the quarterfinal." The captain of the gold medal-winning Swedish team in the 2006 Olympics in Torino, Sundin believes that its impossible to compare trying to capture a Stanley Cup to winning Olympic gold. "You cant even compare it to me," said Sundin. "I mean, the Stanley Cup is the biggest thing you can win playing for a club team in the world. Its over a [full] season and you try to get that, but saying that, international hockey and the Olympic Games go to a little bit of a higher level. You have all the absolute best players in the world competing. Its a short tournament, but its the absolute best, biggest thing you can win as a hockey player today where you face every countrys best players on the ice. And also, for any athlete, women or men, winning an Olympic medal is a little bit beyond just the sport of hockey, as well. You cant compare them, but obviously, you want to be part of both for sure." Sundin thinks that an unfamiliarity with the larger ice surface is one of the main reasons why Canadas offence has yet to really click in Sochi, despite the team being undefeated. "The last time the Olympics were around, the tournament was held on a smaller ice surface, an edge to the North American teams, no doubt," said Sundin. "The US and Canada were more comfortable. You look at the tournament right now, you can tell [Canada] is not as comfortable on the big ice surface...with the bigger ice surface, it becomes a little bit of a different game." The all-time Leafs leader in points acknowledges that an adjustment needs to be made for North American teams playing on the big international ice. "Just one big difference is when you come into an end, whether its your own end or youre in the offensive zone, youre further away from your opponent," explained the nine-time NHL All-Star. "Theres a little bit more room for a forward to slip away or get out of the way, out of position, so when that happens, and I think a North American feels that, you get a little more tentative and if youre tentative in hockey or you wait a little bit, then youre a step behind. I think thats the biggest thing." With NHL participation up in the air for the 2018 Olympic Games to be held in Pyeongchang, South Korea, Sundin believes it would be a mistake for the league to stop sending its best to the tournament as its a perfect opportunity to put a spotlight on the sport. "For me, its a no-brainer," said Sundin. "I think youve got to look at the broader picture. For the game of hockey, and if you want the game to continue to grow, theres no better window than the Olympic Games, where you can get new fans watching our great game, people from different parts of the world. I dont really see a reason why not. I know it affects the game short term. Some guys get hurt (and) when they get back they might not perform as well. But if you look at a long term picture, I think its just too big of a window to promote our sport to not be part of it." As for Sundays clash between his home country and the country he spent 18 years playing in, Sundin gives the edge to Canada. "Theres no doubt that the Swedish team...are not where you would think to call them a gold medal favourite at this point [without] Henrik Sedin and Henrik Zetterberg, two of the best centremen we have playing right now," said Sundin. "For them to get to the finals here, to get by Finland...Ill hold Canada as the favourites to win the gold medal, but if you have [Henrik] Lundqvist playing an enormous game in the final, theres a shot. But its a long shot for sure." Penny Hardaway Jersey . The autopsy says Seau died of a gunshot wound to the chest. The medical examiners office says it is awaiting a decision by the family on whether to turn over Seaus brain to unidentified outside researchers for study. Denver Nuggets Allen Iverson Jersey . Coach Michel Therrien announced Thursday that Pacioretty has a strained left hamstring. The first-line left winger suffered the injury during an awkward fall in Montreals 3-0 win in Winnipeg on Tuesday. http://www.nbaofficial.com/Orlando-Magic_Penny-Hardaway-Jersey/. While there is a lot that Sundin has liked in the tournament so far, the performance that Russia put forth against Finland in the quarterfinals left a bad taste in his mouth. "I was almost disgusted by their performance when they played Finland," said the 43-year-old who played 18 seasons in the NHL. Phoenix Suns jersey . - The Detroit Lions have 13 takeaways this season — three less than all of last season — and the defence isnt the only unit pleased with the performance. anthony davis jersey pelicans . The NHL and NBA owner graded himself Tuesday in an interview with reporters and editors from The Associated Press, and the marks reflect the mixed results and shifting expectations regarding both franchises since he took over the Capitals in 1999 and the Wizards in 2010.OTTAWA -- Bishops University Jordan Heather was named Quebec conference player of the year Tuesday to become the first nominee for the Hec Crighton Trophy, presented annually to the most outstanding player in CIS football. Heather, a fifth-year history major from Oromocto, N.B., established a single-season Canadian Interuniversity Sport record with 3,132 passing yards in eight games. He also set a (RSEQ) conference record with 20 touchdown passes. Hes the first Bishops player to claim the Jeff Russell Trophy since running back Jamall Lee in 2007. The Quebec conference unveiled its annual awards Tuesday.dddddddddddd The other conferences are set to name their award winners Thursday. Other RSEQ winners include Montreal linebackers Antoine Pruneau (defensive MVP) and Alex Cromer-Emond (rookie of the year) and Kevin Mackey of Bishops (coach of the year). McGill offensive tackle Laurent Duvernay-Tardif won for outstanding down lineman and took the Russ Jackson Award for football, academics and community service. The CIS individual awards will be presented Nov. 21 in Quebec City. ' ' '

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STATE COLLEGE, Pa. -- Joe Paterno has been released from hospital and has shown improvement after being treated for lung cancer, a person close to the former Penn State coachs family said Monday. Paternos tumour was showing substantial reduction following radiation and chemotherapy, according to the person who spoke on condition of anonymity Monday to The Associated Press due to the familys desire for privacy. He was released Sunday. Paterno, who turns 85 on Wednesday, was admitted last week after breaking his pelvis again in a fall at home. Doctors kept him hospitalized to make it easier to administer cancer treatments while he recovered from the fracture. He initially injured his pelvis and right shoulder in August after getting blindsided accidentally by a receiver during pre-season practice. The injuries kept Paterno in the press box most of the season before trustees fired him Nov. 9 in the aftermath of child sex abuse charges against retired assistant coach Jerry Sandusky. Paterno testified before a grand jury investigating Sandusky, but prosecutors have said he is not a target of the investigation. Sandusky, who has pleaded not guilty, is awaiting trial. Paterno hasnt spoken publicly since his firing. He was diagnosed with cancer several days later during a follow-up visit to the doctor for a bronchial illness, his family has said. The person close to the family told the AP on Monday that Paterno was in great spirits while continuing to fight the illness. Earlier Monday, Penn State fullback Michael Zordich said a few players visited Paterno in recent weeks. "Hes a strong person, a fighter, a leader," Zordich said before practice. "Hes been going through a lot right now ... Were giving him space, and well go see him when can. Hopefully we can get there soon." Longtime defensive co-ordinator Tom Bradley said he has not spoken with Paterno since the day after he was appointed the interim head coach. Bradley, who is applying for the job permanently, gets updates from Paternos son, quarterback coach Jay Paterno. "I know what (Joe Paterno) is going to say. Tom, youre wasting your time. You know what youve got to do," Bradley said Monday. Paterno has called the allegations against Sandusky troubling and urged the public to let the legal process unfold. He initially announced his retirement taking effect at the end of the season. In his retirement statement, Paterno called the scandal "one of the great sorrows of my life. With the benefit of hindsight, I wish I had done more." The trustees fired him anyway, about 12 hours later. The Nittany Lions head coach for 46 seasons, Paterno amassed 409 career victories -- a Division I record. ESPN, citing an anonymous source, first reported Paternos release. Philadelphia 76ers Jersey UK . -- The San Jose Sharks chose centre Tomas Hertl of the Czech Republic with the 17th pick in the first round of the NHL draft on Friday night. 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Adrian Beltre, Mike Napoli and Nelson Cruz hit consecutive homers in the fifth inning, and the surging Rangers stayed on track for homefield advantage in the AL division series with a 10-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night. The Rangers (95-66) have won five straight and nine of 10 while holding off Detroit (94-67), which beat Cleveland 9-6, for the ALs second-best record. With five homers and 15 hits against a series of Angels pitchers who sometimes appeared to be throwing batting practice, Texas matched the club record for victories set in 1999 -- but nobody in the defending AL champions clubhouse is thinking about the past with such a bright future. "My thoughts are, Lets get one more and beat it," said Kinsler, who homered and had three hits while joining the 30-30 club for the second time. If Texas wins Wednesdays season finale or if the Tigers lose to the Indians, the Rangers will host the ALs wild-card winner on Friday. Detroit holds the tiebreaker if the clubs finish even, which would leave the Rangers opening the playoffs at Yankee Stadium. "Wed rather play the first two games at home than on the road," said Napoli, who hit two homers against his former teammates. "We feel comfortable playing anywhere, but to sleep in our own beds and have your normal routine feels great." A day after the AL West champion Rangers eliminated the Angels from the wild-card race, Colby Lewis (14-10) pitched six innings of three-hit ball, adding one more victory to his career-best total while throwing just 76 pitches in his final tuneup before the post-season. Lewis retired the final 11 batters he faced after Peter Bourjos RBI triple in the third inning. The Rangers have improved their record in four straight seasons under manager Ron Washington, but he betrayed no pride in matching the Texas wins mark set by Johnny Oates club 12 years earlier. "Weve been playing good baseball all year," Washington said. "Thats how you get those wins. It means weve been consistent. ... If we go out there (Wednesday) and win the ballgame, we know were going home. Thats our intention. Of course we want to play in front of our home fans. Well show up and strap it on, go out there for nine, and see what happens." Angels manager Mike Scioscia provided a boost to the Rangers homefield hopes when he scratched Ervin Santana and Jered Weaver from their finall starts of the season, instead sending out two rookies -- Tyler Chatwood and Garrett Richards -- in Los Angeles final two games.dddddddddddd "With only a couple of games left, I dont know if we were going to see much more than we already know about these young guys," Scioscia said. "But its good to get them out there and let them get some get some energy out." Kinsler connected for his 32nd homer during the Rangers four-run third inning against Chatwood (6-11). Kinsler stole his 30th base in the fourth inning, earning just the third 30-30 season in club history -- and a standing ovation from his teammates, who exuberantly crowded the dugout rail. Beltre had three hits and homered in his fourth straight game, leading off the fifth with his 32nd. The slugging third baseman is propelling the defending AL champions into the post-season with a dynamite September, collecting 12 homers and 24 RBIs in the past 17 games. The Angels have lost five of six and eight of 12 while missing the post-season for just the fourth time in 10 years. Howie Kendrick, the Angels All-Star second baseman, also sprained his left wrist in the fifth inning while stopping a grounder. Chatwood flopped in the final start of the 21-year-old right-handers up-and-down rookie season, yielding seven hits and four runs while failing to get out of the third inning. Jerome Williams wasnt much better on short rest, giving up a run in the fourth and three straight homers to open the fifth. "I learned what I need to work on and what I need to keep building on," Chatwood said. "I didnt do a very good job of getting ahead, and when I was ahead, I made pitches and they hit them. Thats a pretty good lineup and a pretty deep one, top to bottom." After Beltres blast leading off the fifth, Napoli hit his career-high 27th homer, and Cruz followed with his 29th. Napoli added a two-run shot in the seventh. The Angels traded Napoli to Toronto in the off-season, but none of his three main replacements in Los Angeles has more than six homers or an average above .210. NOTES: Angels OF Jeremy Moore got his first major league hit in the seventh inning when his line drive skipped off the glove of Michael Young, who started at shortstop for the first time since 2008 to freshen his skills for the post-season. Young, who won a Gold Glove at shortstop that season before yielding the position to Elvis Andrus, went 2 for 5 with an RBI single. ... Gil Velasquez had a pinch-hit single in the seventh for Los Angeles and another single in the ninth, getting the second and third hits of his major league career. Velasquez got his first with Boston back in 2008, but hadnt played in the majors since May 16, 2009. ' ' '

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SAN ANTONIO - Gerald Green had 19 points and the Phoenix Suns beat the San Antonio Spurs 106-99 on Sunday to remain unbeaten in three preseason games under first-year coach Jeff Hornacek. Miles Plumlee and rookie Dionte Christmas, 3 for 4 on 3-pointers, added 14 points each. Starting point guard Goran Dragic, who was 0 for 3 in 7 minutes, was the only one of Phoenixs 16 players who did not score. "When I got the job and I talked to them they said We all liked each other off the court, but didnt seem like we liked each other on the court," Hornacek said. "That was a big emphasis on us this year, just teamwork. We dont care who scores. Guys have done a nice job of just playing the game and hitting the open guy." Both teams sat out their starters sat out much of the second half. Tim Duncan had 12 points, and Manu Ginobili added 11 points and five assists for San Antonio (1-1). Tony Parker, who spent much of the off-season playing for Frances national team, had 11 points in 17 minutes before sitting out the entire second half. Spurs coach Gregg Popovich gave Kawhi Leonard and Boris Diaw a day off. Corey Maggette, who is battling for a roster spot, had 10 points and three assists while starting in place of Leonard. "(Maggette) looks like hes caught on to what were trying to do," Popovich said. "Hes an intelligent player. Hes been in the league a while. He knows how to try to fit in and thats what hes trying to do with us. See if he can absorb enough to be a part of this team." 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David Carr never reached the expectations of a No. 1 pick, in great part because he was sacked so often during his time with the Texans. "I learned everything that he did right and everything that he did wrong," Derek Carr said. "He told me that if he could do anything, he hopes he made the path smoother for me as I transition into the NFL." Derek Carr rewrote the Bulldogs record book, throwing for more than 10,000 yards and 100 touchdown passes. He led Fresno State to consecutive Mountain West Conference titles in his final two seasons and passed for 5,082 yards and 50 touchdowns in 2013. He guided a spread offence that relied on his quick decision making, fast release and ability to move in the pocket. All in a season where his son was born with a serious problem with his intestines a month before he stepped on the field. Oakland acquired veteran Matt Schaub to be its starter, but he will get a serious push from Carr. 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Im going to be me, and Im going to do it well." -- Cleveland, more active than any team in the first round, added a protector for Johnny Manziel by grabbing guard Joel Bitonio of Nevada, who also can play tackle or centre. The Browns caused the biggest stir on opening night when they traded up to No. 22 to get Johnny Football. "I think hes a heck of a quarterback," Bitonio said. "Hopefully, he comes in and hes ready to compete and just ready to work and do well for the Cleveland Browns." The teams already were busy on the trade block, with five in the first 75 minutes of the second round. There were only five all through the opening round on Thursday. It took 54 selections, a draft record, for a running back to go. Bishop Sankey of Washington was chosen by the Titans, who cut Chris Johnson this spring. Two more went in the next three selections: Jeremy Hill of LSU to Cincinnati, and Carlos Hyde of Ohio State to San Francisco. ' ' '

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PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. -- As much time as Adam Scott spends away from the PGA Tour, this might have been a good week to take off. By the mathematical wonder of the world ranking, Scott could have stayed in The Bahamas this week and still moved to No. 1 in the world ranking provided three other players had an ordinary week at The Players Championship. "See you later," Scott said with a laugh when told of the scenario. Scott would love to get to No. 1 for the first time in his career, though hes more interested in winning big tournaments. Besides, he had a chance at Bay Hill and the Masters to replace Tiger Woods atop the ranking and squandered both chances. What adds to the interest on the TPC Sawgrass is Scott has company. Henrik Stenson, Masters champion Bubba Watson and Matt Kuchar each have a mathematical chance to reach No. 1 for the first time. "I dont think I knew that," Kuchar said. "That title is a pretty impressive title. To be No. 1 in the world at anything is amazing. To have a chance to be No. 1 in the world in the game of golf, I think all of us that play have those dreams." Its been made possible in part by Woods being on the sidelines. The Players Championship, which starts Thursday, is the second title he is unable to defend this year because of a balky back. Woods had surgery on March 31 and still doesnt know when he might return. Woods effectively has owned the No. 1 ranking for the better part of 15 years, his most recent reign dating to his victory last year in the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Other players have reached No. 1 with a caveat. Woods was going through a swing change in 2004 (though Vijay Singh helped his cause by winning nine times and a major), and he was going through another swing change and a divorce when he lost the No. 1 ranking from October 2010 to March 2013. And now hes not even playing. But the landscape is changing in golf. Woods has gone six years without a major and is hampered by injuries to his legs, arm and back in recent years. Stenson a year ago became the first player to win the FedEx Cup and Race to Dubai in the same season. Scott won the Masters and became a force in the majors. "This guy has had as much of a No. 1 period as anyone," Geoff Ogilvy said as he walked onto the short-game area to see Scott stick 24 tees into the ground around the cup for a putting drill. "He contends every time he tees it up. He only plays the big tournaments. After two rounds, it feels like he has a chance in every tournament." That sounds a little like Woods, minus the outrageous number of victories. Even so, Ogilvy remembers the time when someone else got to No. 1 -- whether it was Singh in 2004 or Lee Westwood in 2010 -- and the murmurs were that Woods was busy changing his swing. Now? "He seems to be playing better every week than Tiger," Ogilvy said about Scott. "Tiger won five times last year, but you go to the majors, Scotty seems to be in contention with a chance to win more often than Tiger. If Tiger is your benchmark, he (Scott) has been a better player. Right now, whoever gets to No. 1 probably is. If Henrik wins a major and gets to No. 1, there cant be an argument." Woods still has the nod over two years, the duration of how the ranking measures performances. In the 26 tournaments that Woods and Scott have played, Woods has won five times (Scott has won twice) and has a 12-11-3 edge in how they finished. However, Scott has a 5-1-1 advantage in the seven majors they have played, winning one of them. Stenson and Woods have played in 22 tournaments, with Woods having an 11-10-1 advantage (along with four wins to two for Stenson). Heres the very least the four contenders have to do for a chance at No. 1: -- Scott has to finish in the top 16. -- Stenson has to finish in the top six. -- Watson has to finish second alone. -- Kuchar has to win. "It would be the same as the green jacket," Watson said, describing it as the "pinnacle of the game." Scott has the most experience answering the questions, since it has been a mathematical possibility for more than two months. He couldnt hold a seven-shot lead at Bay Hill going into the weekend with a shot at No. 1. By now, as it was then, he cares more about winning. "Look, Im here to win golf tournaments," Scott said. "Thats been the goal and from that you can get to No. 1 in the world if you win often enough." Thats the way Woods always approached it, and it worked for him. cheap jerseys from china . 19. 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TSN.ca has asked the soccer experts what fans can expect from Canadas MLS franchises in 2012. Coverage continues today with a preview of Toronto FC by TSN Radio 1050s Gareth Wheeler. Will the team be able to turn the corner in its sixth season and finally reach the post-season? What impact will the teams pair of high draft picks have on the 2012 squad? Will Torsten Frings be enough to push the team into the top half of the league? Read on for Gareths take and be sure to check back in over the next two days for what to expect from the Montreal Impact and Vancouver Whitecaps. Consistency breeds success. Thats the hope for Head Coach Aron Winter and Toronto FC entering the clubs sixth season in Major League Soccer. The five previous seasons were marked by regular wholesale changes to the roster and coaching staff. And the infamous record of being the only team in MLS history failing to qualify for the playoffs in their first five years is ugly proof of previous dysfunction. Change of a different kind took place at the club this off-season: very few changes of any significance were made to the team at all. And its this newfound stability that gives reason to believe brighter days are on the horizon. Winter enters his second year in charge at TFC. His first season at the helm was one of education and experiment. The process was progressive, but the results were often not pretty. Toronto FC conceded the most goals (59), scored the second fewest (36), and ended with the worst goal differential (-23) in MLS. But the numbers only tell part of the story. Winters arrival last January gave him very little time to prepare and with the cupboards rather bare, the Dutchman - along with Director of Player Personnel Paul Mariner - rebuilt the team on the fly. By mid-season, the squad had been re-invented through multiple trades and the signing of two new Designated Players, striker Danny Koevermans and former German International midfielder, Torsten Frings. With the injection of pedigree came professionalism to the roster, short on experience and years. Positive results followed suit. Toronto FC ended the season on a five-match unbeaten streak, including unexpectedly advancing through the CONCACAF Champions League group stage. Winters squad is not yet a complete package but his side does have a proper mix of youth and veteran experience, with requisite attacking flair. While questions remain at the back, the team made enough progress over the last 14 months under Winter to expect Toronto FC to be a part of the playoff equation: MLS Eastern Conference is wide-open. The door is open for Toronto FC to take advantage. 2011 Finish: Eighth in Eastern Conference (6-13-15). Did not qualify for Playoffs. Key additions: D Jeremy Hall (trade with Dallas), M Reggie Lambe (Intl signing), D Miguel Aceval (Intl signing). Key subtractions: M Nathan Sturgis (trade with Houston), D Kyle Davies (waived), M Matt Gold (waived), M Leandre Griffit (waived), F Javier Martina (waived), D Demitrius Omphroy (waived), D Eddy Viator (waived), M Gianluca Zavarise (waived), D Danleigh Borman (MLS Re-Entry Draft), F Mikael Yourassowsky (waived), D Andy Iro (option declined), F Peri Marosevic (option declined), M Elbekay Bouchiba (waived). SuperDraft: M Luis Silva (1-4), D Aaron Maund (1-12). STARTING XI Goal: Stefan Frei Defence: Ty Harden, Torsten Frings, Miguel Aceval Midfield: Richard Eckersley, Julian de Guzman, Eric Avila, Ashtone Morgan Forwards: Ryan Johnson, Danny Koevermans, Joao Plata THE BENCH Goal: Milos Kocic Defence: Jeremy Hall, Doneil Henry, Aaron Maund Midfield: Oscar Cordon, Terry Dunfield, Reggie Lambe, Luis Silva, Matt Stinson Forwards: Keith Makubuya, Nick Soolsma Plan of Attack: Winters tactics were a great unknown coming to MLS. The much talked about Dutch Revolution and the influence of total soccer was often tough to evaluate with an ever-changing roster and many players not suited to play a more brave, possession game out of the back. Fan favourite, the diminutive Joao Plata and Jamaican winger Ryan Johnson flourished towards the end of the season. Both are fit, pacey, and cause all kinds of problems down the wings. Johnson has particularly looked bright in the pre-season, also having scored Internationally for Jamaica last week. Plata will have to learn to adapt his game, improving his distribution to become a more complete player. Winters superior tactical wherewithal saw his team surprisingly start matches in a heavily attack-minded 3-4-3 at times. Three at the back was hardly preferable, but with few capable defenders fit, Winter played to his teams strength and earned Toronto FC points in games they were clearly out-matched on paper. Stability at the back is mandatory for success in 2012. Without a traditional leader at the back, Toronto FC relies on system on the ability of the wingbacks to get forward to change shape. Bringing right-back Richard Eckerslley to the club on a permanent deal was the most important business of the off-season and the future is now for Ashtone Morgan, with Canadian U-20 Player of the Year winning the position on the left-flank.dddddddddddd If the back-four struggles early, Winter will be tempted to deploy his star player Frings at centre-back, much like he did last season. The team Captain prefers to sit in front of the defenders in the city of the park, where he has a greater influence on proceedings. Frings, alongside fellow Designated Player, Julian de Guzman combine to make for one of the most effective defensive midfields in MLS. The Canadian International stepped up his game late in the season with better talent around him and a more defined role. De Guzman will miss Wednesdays CONCACAF Champions League match against the LA Galaxy through suspension. Winter has plenty of cover in the middle of the park (Dunfield, Stinson, Avila); easily Toronto FCs greatest position of depth. Up front, Danny Koevermans will be expected to do the heavy lifting for a team looking for secondary scoring. Outside of Koevermans eight goals, no member of the current squad scored more than three. Winter is hoping rookie Luis Silva takes some pressure of Koevermans, making a smooth transition into the traditional number 10 role as facilitator and goal scorer. Home and Away: Two players for Toronto FC fans to watch this season - one home grown and one imported from overseas. No squad player benefitted more from opportunity afforded by the youth movement last season than Canadian left-back Ashtone Morgan. A product of Toronto FCs Academy, the 21-year old made 14 MLS appearances in 2011, as well as appearing in all 8 CONCACAF Champions League matches. Morgan was rewarded for his efforts with a call-up to the Canadian Mens National team and was named U-20 Player of the Year. Technically gifted attacking down the flank, Morgans challenge is develop defensive consistency while filling out his frame. If he continues to progress, Morgan will be in the discussion for a call-up for Canadas World Cup qualifiers this June. Morgans a likeable young player, and looks to be the poster boy for the TFC Academy program, which continues to grow under new Academy Director Thomas Rongen. The single-most important player for Toronto FC this season will be striker Danny Koevermans. The former Dutch International notched eight goals in 10 matches after arriving at the club in July, showing requisite physicality in front of goal, complemented by a deft scoring touch. The 33-year old DP is the only traditional out-and-out centre forward on the roster. Staying healthy will be of the utmost priority for club and player, with Koevermans already leaving a pre-season match early as a precaution for hamstring tightness. The schedule and travel in MLS make staying fully fit a uphill battle. Any lengthy lay-off for Koevermans without proper back up at centre forward could be problematic for a thin front-line. With an additional International roster spot at their disposal, finding coverage for Koevermans may turn into Toronto FCs top priority as the season progresses. Supporters Shield: Which Toronto FC player is destined to become a fan-favourite in 2012? Toronto is a city that loves its blue-collar players. The city gets the best of both worlds – grit and quality – in team Captain Torsten Frings. Quality like Frings does not go unnoticed in the soccer-savvy city. And Frings could very well replace incumbent Joao Plata as fan favourite if his inspirational performance lead Toronto FC up the standings in 2012. The 35-year old answered any critics questioning his motive and commitment in joining Toronto FC with standout performances and unmatched on-field leadership. No player was more important to the teams late season turn-around, even deputizing centre-back when called upon. Its cliché, but Frings essentially serves as another coach on the field. Toronto FCs Captain has seen it all as a World Cup runner-up and 15-year veteran of the Bundesliga. Some may be wary of his age, but Frings hasnt shown signs of slowing down. Hes still a key contributor on set pieces and his experience as a ball winning centre-midfielder is an asset the team will rely on to turn around a porous away record from a year ago. Strength of Schedule: While an opening date against the leagues second-best regular season squad from last season (Seattle) is less than desirable for the Reds, four of the teams next five matches are within the friendly confines of BMO Field. The only road game in that stretch comes against the expansion Montreal Impact. If the team can right the ship early in the year it could provide a huge confidence boost as the summer schedule beckons. Canadian Match-Ups: Saturday, April 7 @ Montreal; Wednesday, June 27 @ Montreal; Wednesday, July 11 vs. Vancouver; Saturday, October 20 vs. Montreal. ' ' '

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Columbus, OH (Sports Network) - Red Bull New York had to settle for a 0-0 draw against the Columbus Crew at Crew Stadium on Saturday, giving New York two successive shutouts to start the season. Robbie Rogers went close for Columbus (0-1-1) in the 43rd minute as he carved out the best chance in the first half, while the Crews Emmanuel Ekpo also narrowly missed the left post in the 55th minute. Substitute Tommy Heinemann came close to winning the game for Columbus, but his effort in the 81st minute also failed to hit the target. New York (1-0-1) was playing without star striker Thierry Henry because of a hamstring problem, and it clearly missed him as the Red Bull attack lacked any real punch. Columbus will be back in action on Friday, April 1 against FC Dallas, while New York hosts Houston one day later. Milan Lucic Jersey . Mularkey coached the Jaguars to a 2-14 record in 2012 and was fired at the end of the season. He also went 14-18 as Buffalos coach in 2004-05. Mularkey and Whisenhunt previously worked together as assistants with the Pittsburgh Steelers. bruins jersey . And more worrying, it is filled with marquee talent. Toronto (3-1-0) could be without as many as five starters for Saturdays visit by the Colorado Rapids (2-1-1) including two designated players whose combined pay this season is close to US$13 million. http://www.bostonbruinsjerseysteamshop.com/tuukka-rask-jersey/. After a 99-97 loss to the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night, his Celtics coaches and teammates have only positive things to say about the Toronto-born rookie. boston bruins jersey .Y. -- Ryan Miller was a no-show at Buffalo Sabres practice Monday because the star goalie was still travelling from the Sochi Games. custom bruins jersey . The Eagles intention every year is to win the Super Bowl, but this offseason had a bit more flair than past ones in the teams quest to meet that goal. The surplus of talented free agents acquired by the organization has the City of Brotherly Love overflowing with optimism that this could finally be the year the Vince Lombardi Trophy takes a tour through downtown Philadelphia. NEW YORK -- Reliever Kyle Farnsworth has agreed to a minor league contract with the New York Mets and will report to spring training as a non-roster player. The 37-year-old right-hander was 3-1 with two saves and a 4.70 ERA in 48 games last year with Tampa Bay and Pittsburgh, which signed him in August after he was released by the Rays. His fastball averaged 95-98 mph early in the season, according to fansgraphs.com, then dropped to 92-96 mph later in the year. Farnsworth would get a $1 million, one-year contract if added to the 40-man roster and could earn $1.5 million in performance bonuses. He could make $500,,000 based on games: $75,000 each for 40, 45, 50 and 55, and $100,000 apiece for 60 and 65.dddddddddddd He also could earn $1 million based on games finished: $100,000 each for 30 and 35, $250,000 apiece for 40 and 45, and $300,000 for 50. Farnsworth has a 43-63 record with 54 saves and a 4.26 ERA and 945 strikeouts in 960 innings. Hes pitched for the Chicago Cubs (1999-04), Detroit (2005, 200, Atlanta (2005, 2010), the New York Yankees (2006-0, Kansas City (2009-10), Tampa Bay (2011-13) and Pittsburgh (2013), and had a career-high 25 saves for the Rays in 2011. His agreement was announced Monday. ' ' '

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MONTREAL -- The Montreal Canadiens dressing room remained closed to the media for a long time after their 5-0 loss to the Washington Capitals on Saturday night. And when it opened, every player was at his stall. Thats a sure sign that a team is in a slump and is searching for answers. "Its embarrassing to be at home and play the way we did," said defenceman Josh Gorges. "We have nobody to blame except ourselves and we have to be a lot more resilient moving forward." The Canadiens (27-20-5) have lost four in a row and five of six, allowing Eastern Conference rivals to move closer to the playoff spot they held by a comfortable margin until recently. The slump has rumours flying of trades and has some questioning whether coach Michel Therriens job is safe, although Gorges doesnt see a need for a change. "I cannot see one guy that has lost faith in anyone in this organization," he said. "Thats not who we are. "Collectively, were just in a rut and were finding ways to beat ourselves. Tonight, once we got down, mentally we didnt have that resiliency. But in no way, shape or form are we quitting on anybody." The Canadiens half-effort, in which they were outshot 27-3 at one point in the second frame before closing the gap to 34-21, was just what the struggling Capitals (23-21- needed. Alex Ovechkin returned from missing two gamjes with a lower body injury to start a four-goal second period as the Capitals ended a seven-game winless run. The Caps had scored only eight goals in their seven previous games. "Its a big win, a good win for the boys," said Ovechkin. "It brings some confidence back. "This building is an exciting place. Its good." John Erskine, Jay Beagle and John Carlson also scored in the middle period and Casey Wellman, who was recalled Saturday from AHL Hershey, scored on a feed from Ovechkin on a 2 on 1 counterattack 8:38 into the third period. Erskine, Beagle and Wellman each got his first of the season, while Ovechkin got his league-leading 36th. Carlsons goal at 10:31 of the middle period chased goalie Carey Price in favour of backup Peter Budaj. It was a sixth straight game in which Montreal allowed four or more goals. Caps goalie Braden Holtby improved his record against Montreal to 5-0-0 with two shutouts. The Canadiens talked among themselves about the rut they are in after the game, but it was management that ordered every player to stay in the room to face the media. They had been booed mercilessly by the 21,273 Bell Centre fans, who also gave a mock cheer when they were held without a shot on goal until Daniel Briere got only their fourth of the game at 12:25 of the second period. "Its probably the biggest cheer I ever got for making a save," said Holtby. "People should be frustrated," said Montreal defenceman P.K. Subban. "Im frustrated. Everybodys frustrated in here. "But thats life. Thats part of the sport. Its how you respond. I think we have the right attitude in here. We just have to work through it." Therrien said every team goes through bad patches in a season and its up to them to play their way out of it. "That the players had a meeting shows they want to fix the problem," he said. "I have confidence we will bounce back from this." Price said the meeting should help. "We need to tackle this problem as a team," he said. "Doing things individually is what got us to this point. So this was a good step. "At this point, our support isnt good enough. We have to battle better for our teammates. You have to count on the guy beside you. Right now were not doing that." The Canadiens seemed to go to pieces once Washington got the lead. Ovechkin fed Troy Brouwer on a power play for a shot that was disallowed when video review found it entered the net a fraction of a second after the first period ended. The man advantage had just ended when Ovechkin produced magic in the second period when Jason Chimeras rebound looked to be floating past the net. He tapped the puck twice in the air to keep it from getting away, then he lifted it into an open side for his 36th of the season. "It was kind of a tough angle, but its in and well take it," said Ovechkin. Less than two minutes later, Erskine saw his sliding pass go through a surprised Prices legs after Subban lifted Brooks Laichs stick in front of the net. Beagle scored on a set-up from Tom Wilson at 6:21 and Carlson added one on a long shot Price didnt see. The Capitals have won seven in a row at the Bell Centre since March, 2011 and are 9-1-1 in their last 11 visits. Notes -- There was a standing ovation in a pre-game ceremony for Anthony Calvillo. The CFLs all-time passing leader retired this week from the Montreal Alouettes. . . There was also a moments silence for victims of the Ile-Verte fire. . . Montreal defenceman Raphael Diaz was scratched for a fourth game. . . While Ovechkin returned, centre Mikhail Grabovski sat out with a lower body injury. . . 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The 23-year-old Calvert played in three games this season before the injury.The Canadian womens wrestling team dominated the international Austria Open, a twelve-nation tournament. Four Canadian women won gold medals – Jessica Macdonald in the 51 kg, two-time Olympic medallist Tonya Verbeek in the 55 kg, and Dorothy Yeats in the 67 kg and Leah Callahan in the 72 kg weight category. “I set some goals for the tournament and feel like I did a good job of achieving them,” said Tonya Verbeek. “I would have liked to face a couple more athletes I will be facing in London, however, I got to make the best of this and I am glad to get four decent matches here.” Olympic gold medallist Carol Huynh , pulled out before the event to rest an injury she had last week in Tokyo. “Even though I didnt get to compete here, it is still nice to see my team step out onto the mat and be a force to be reckoned with. It is pretty easy to be frustrated and disappointed when you miss competing in a tournament you want to be in," said Huynh. "I got to make sure I will be ready at the right time and there are still lots of things I feel I can learn and get out of this trip. We decided IIm just not quite ready to compete this weekend, but I feel like I am doing very well.dddddddddddd” Leah Callahan, who will also represent Canada at the London 2012 Olympic Games, also won gold in Austria, beating three competitors she will face in London. “I guess it felt pretty awesome… I cant remember being in a tournament where I had three super tough matches like that. I am very happy with the way I competed,” said Callahan. Leigh Vierling, head coach of the womens wrestling program was thrilled with the performance of the Canadian delegation in Austria. “The team here did a great job in general of going out and imposing our style of wrestling in the tournament," said Vierling. 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CLEVELAND -- New York Mets pitcher Matt Harvey will have his sore right elbow examined by Dr. James Andrews to help determine if the 24-year-old ace needs reconstruction surgery. Mets manager Terry Collins said before Sundays game he thought Harvey would have an examination this week, but no date has been set. Harvey was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Aug. 27 with a partial tear of the ulnar collateral ligament. He tweeted last month that he planned on being back from his injury in April, but if reconstruction surgery is required he would likely miss all of next season. Harvey started for the National League in the All-Star Game at Citi Field and was 9-5 with a 2.27 ERA in 26 starts. Henrik Lundqvist Jersey . - Not again. Henrik Lundqvist Authentic Jersey .com) - The Los Angeles Kings look to stay hot on offense Monday night when they resume their homestand in a meeting with the Calgary Flames. http://www.rangershockeyproshop.com/Brian-Leetch-Rangers-Jersey/. Holland told The Associated Press on Saturday that Zetterberg could return to play if the team extends its post-season streak to 23 consecutive seasons. Zetterberg had back surgery Friday in New York to remove a fragmented disk. Derick Brassard Jersey . -- The newest Quebec Major Junior Hockey League team will be called the Sherbrooke Phoenix. Brad Richards Authentic Jersey . -- The Memphis Grizzlies have signed Quincy Pondexter to a contract extension, beating a Thursday night deadline for players drafted in 2010.HAMILTON, Ont. -- Head coach Kent Austins staff with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats is staying pretty much intact. Austin unveiled his 2014 staff Wednesday with Marcello Simmons the lone new addition as defensive and special-teams assistant. As well, John Zamberlin will serve as an assistant special-teams coach and U.S. scout after two seasons as the clubs linebackers coach. Jeff Reinebold returns as special-teams co-ordinator and will also serve as linebackers coach. The other returnees include Tommy Condell (offensive co-ordinatorr, receivers coach), Orlondo Steinauer (defensive co-ordinator), Allen Rudolph (offensive line coach), Corey Grant (running backs coach, offensive quality control), Dennis McPhee (defensive line coach) and James Stanley (defensive backs coach).dddddddddddd Austin guided Hamilton to a 10-8 record and second-place finish in the East Division in his first season as the teams head coach and GM. The Ticats defeated Montreal and Toronto in the East Division playoffs before losing 47-23 to Saskatchewan in the Grey Cup. ' ' '

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VANCOUVER -- The Vancouver Canucks raised Pavel Bures No. 10 to the rafters before honouring the franchises first superstar the best way they could -- with a rocket-fast start. Vancouver blitzed Toronto early and Roberto Luongo made 21 saves for his second shutout of the season Saturday as the Canucks defeated the Maple Leafs 4-0. After a 20-minute ceremony to retire Bures jersey, the Canucks came out flying, leading 1-0 on the scoreboard and 11-0 on the shot clock before the game was nine minutes old. "It was a great performance from the first minute to the last," said Luongo, who was sporting the Canucks Superman shirt for player of the game. "I dont even know why Im wearing this ... a ton of guys deserve it more than me in this locker-room tonight. We really kept the puck in their zone and cycled and created some chances and were in there pretty much the whole game." Known as the "Russian Rocket" for his lightning-quick speed, Bure would have been happy with the Canucks tempo early as Daniel Sedin opened the scoring for Vancouver after a frenetic opening few minutes that saw Toronto goalie James Reimer make a number of big saves. "We werent quite sure what was going to happen after the ceremony," said Luongo. "We were sitting there a long time but it was a great start for us." Zack Kassian, Chris Higgins and Dan Hamhuis also scored for the Canucks (10-5-1), who rebounded from a disappointing 2-1 loss to the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday with one of their best efforts of the season. "I know our guys werent happy how we played against Detroit," said Vancouver head coach John Tortorella. "We just wanted to simplify our game, play quick and just get to our forecheck. "No matter how long the ceremony was -- and it was a fantastic ceremony -- guys were focused on playing the game." Henrik Sedin, who along with his brother signed a four-year contract extension worth US$28 million on Friday, picked up an assist on Daniels goal to extend his point streak to 11 games (three goals, 10 assists). Reimer kept the Maple Leafs (10-5-0) in it most of the night, making 43 saves for a Toronto team that was outshot for the 13th time this season and had its three-game winning streak snapped. "It was a terrible game for us," said Maple Leafs head coach Randy Carlyle. "Probably the worst game we have played this year." Leading 1-0 after a raucous first period, Vancouver made it 3-0 with goals in quick succession early in the second. Kassian made it 2-0 by firing a shot past Reimer that deflected in off Toronto defenceman Cody Franson at 2:07 on a play that might have cost the Maple Leafs more than a goal against. Gritty forward Dave Bolland suffered a laceration to his left leg on a hit by Kassian earlier in the sequence and had to be helped to the locker-room. He left Rogers Arena on a stretcher and was scheduled to have surgery later Saturday. Carlyle said Bollands situation was similar to the Achilles tendon injury that felled Ottawa Senators defenceman Erik Karlsson for a large chunk of last season. "I dont know the severity or which tendon," said Carlyle. "But he did suffer a cut into that area." Not surprisingly, Kassian said there was no intent on his part to injure Bolland on the play. "I went in their hard to finish my hit, I dont know what happened but it was a clean hit," said Kassian. "I know it was clean." Higgins then ripped a shot past Reimer on a 2-on-1 rush to make it 3-0 at 5:05 after rookie Maple Leafs defenceman Morgan Rielly misplayed the puck at the Vancouver blue-line. After Toronto killed off a two-minute two-man advantage, Maple Leafs forward James van Riemsdyk was stoned by Luongo on a backhand chance on a power play late in the period that would have given his team life after 40 minutes. Toronto was shorthanded three times in the first nine minutes of the third period, but Reimer kept his team alive before Hamhuis rounded out the scoring at 14:48. With his team buzzing early in the first, Luongo had to stay sharp at the other end. "I was getting antsy, sitting out there for 20, 25 minutes (for the Bure ceremony) and the first 10 minutes of the game not getting any shots," he said. "I had a lot of built up energy." Reimer was strong early with four big stops just over four minutes in, including a miraculous desperation pad save on Alexandre Burrows that could be an early-season candidate for save of the year. Vancouver finally got one past the Toronto goalie at 5:55 on the power play. The Canucks came into the game tied for 28th in the NHL with the man advantage but connected when Ryan Keslers touch pass found Henrik Sedin in front. The Canucks captain rifled a shot that deflected in off Daniel Sedin for Vancouvers fifth power-play goal this season. Toronto got its first shot of the night at 8:17, but Phil Kessels effort from the slot was gobbled up by Luongo on what would be a long night for the Maple Leafs. "It wasnt our sharpest game and they are a really good team over there," said Reimer. "They took advantage of the fact we werent the best team." Notes: Bure scored 254 goals and 224 assists in 428 games with Vancouver over seven seasons. ... Luongos other shutout this season came against the Buffalo Sabres on Oct. 17. ... Daniel Sedins goal in the first period was just the Canucks second power-play goal at home this season. ... Saturdays game marked the return of Mason Raymond to Vancouver. The Maple Leafs forward, who spent seven seasons with the Canucks, was not offered a contract in the off-season and made the Toronto roster on a tryout. So far in 2013-14, the 28-year-old has five goals and six assists. ... Former Canucks tough guy Gino Odjick got a big ovation during Bures ceremony. 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Steve Oleksy, Jason Chimera and Mikhail Grabovski scored second-period goals in the Capitals 4-1 win over the Rangers.ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- Hes a big, raw Denver Broncos quarterback with throwing issues who worked with UCLA offensive co-ordinator Noel Mazzone on his own time to fix flaws. Sound familiar? While Tim Tebows messy mechanics needed tons of work, Brock Osweiler needs more tweaks than anything, and he worked this off-season with Mazzone, who was his offensive co-ordinator at Arizona State and also served as Tebows throwing coach. The Broncos second-round draft pick took the field at Dove Valley for the first time Friday, participating in the teams three-day rookie minicamp. Although his right elbow at times dropped below his shoulder and winged out a bit, the 6-foot-8 quarterback showed hes making plenty of progress in capitalizing on his superior size. Some of his throws were so quick, it looked like he was flicking the ball to his receivers. "This is my first practice with this new throwing motion. I felt very comfortable with it," Osweiler said. "I felt more consistent with my accuracy. Where I was trying to put the ball, for the most part the ball ended up there. So I was very happy with it; now Ive just got to keep building upon that." At times he reverted to his old habits, and quarterbacks coach Adam Gase let him know it. Coach John Fox said Osweilers work with Mazzone is paying off. "I think when we went there to Arizona State for a private workout, you could tell that hed worked on his delivery," Fox said. "It used to be a little bit lower. Guys tweak stuff, whether its golfers with golf swings or you know players with motions and whatnot. Its not radical. He needs to use his height advantage a little bit better with that higher delivery. He was an accurate passer. I think he became more accurate." Osweilers old throwing motion at times negated his height advantage over pass-rushers. "I would say the main thing would be getting my elbow raised up. A lot of times in college, my elbow would drop below my shoulder, and when you do that, you lose velocity, you lose accuracy, youre less consistent with your throws," Osweiler said. "So, we basically made a huge point to bring that elbow up to a more traditional throwing motion and get it above my shoulder." The question facing Osweiler, who threw for 4,036 yards and 26 TDs last season, is whether he can iron things out enough over the next two months to push free agent Caleb Hanie for the No. 2 job behind Peyton Manning this summer. That, and why did he pick jersey No. 6, which was Jaay Cutlers old number before his messy divorce with the Broncos three years ago? "Theres absolutely no significance," Osweiler insisted.dddddddddddd "Basically, I was told that I couldnt have 17," which belongs to receiver Andre Caldwell, "So, I basically just ... picked a number." Only then did he realize it used to be Cutlers. "But, whatever," Osweiler shrugged. "Its a number and hopefully Ill do some good things with it." Osweiler said it was nice to get this "freshmen orientation" at the rookie minicamp before having to mix it up with veterans. "Its awesome. You think your head might be spinning, and then you look to the receiver next to you, and his heads probably spinning even faster," Osweiler said. "Were all on one ship, were going down this river together." Osweiler was joined by 29 other greenhorns at practice Friday, not counting Fox, who had never run a rookie minicamp as a head coach. "With the way the rules were, I had always combined our rookies and veterans together," Fox said. "So, that not being permitted, this is actually the first rookie camp Ive ever conducted as a head coach, and it was good effort and it went very well." Although Fox prefers to work out rookies and veterans together, hes just glad to have these opportunities after last years lockout wiped out the team-building workouts leading up to training camp. "I think it limited us as a staff -- offence, defence and kicking game -- on the number of things you install just because your time frame for that installation was less a year ago," Fox said. "Shoot, when we reported last year, I had to have name tags on their helmets just so I knew who they were. "I think getting to know guys really helps because you know what buttons to push and you know their personalities. This will give us more time to get to know the players." NOTES: Fox was among a Broncos contingent travelling to San Diego for Junior Seaus memorial service at Qualcomm Stadium. "Its a tragedy losing a guy of that magnitude both as a person and as a player," said Fox, who coached the Chargers secondary from 1992-93. The tragedy also hit home for third-round draft pick Ronnie Hillman, who grew up in La Habra, Calif., and attended San Diego State. "I was driving through Oceanside when I heard" about Seaus suicide last week, said Hillman, who went straight to Seaus restaurant to pay his respects. ' ' '

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MARTINSVILLE, Va. - Kyle Busch has seen it time and again at Martinsville Speedway. Driving down pit road, heading back onto the track and in contention for the lead, Busch is used to seeing the pole-sitter gun the engine just off the jack and reassume the race lead. Busch hopes to finally get to experience that for himself at Martinsville Speedway on Sunday after earning the pole on NASCARs smallest, tightest track for the first time in 19 career starts. "I think thats a great thing for us," Busch said after winning the pole with a lap at 99.674 mph. "We get to pit there and of course drop the jack and just lunge across the line and be good. "You need to still run up front all day. I think that its a great opportunity for us to pick up some spots say if were second, third, fourth, whatever, but you definitely always want to stay as close to the front as you can and try not to use that box as much as some guys have in the past." The pole is the 14th of Buschs career. In an interesting twist under NASCARs new knockout qualifying system, Busch won it while Joey Logano set a track record. That came at 100.201 mph during the first phase of two-session qualifying. All 44 cars competed in the 30-minute first session, and the top 12 moved into the 10-minute phase two. Denny Hamlin earned the No. 2 starting spot with a lap at 99.548 mph, and will be followed on the starting grid by Logano and Hendrick Motorsports teammates Jimmie Johnson and Jeff Gordon. That puts Busch in some pretty accomplished company because Hamlin (4), Johnson and Gordon (8 each) have won a lot. Busch, though, is coming off a victory last week at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, Calif., and while he said it wasnt dominating, it gave him hope that the Joe Gibbs Racing teams are coming together. "It just seems to be working well right now, whatever is working," he said. Hamlin, who promised earlier in the day that he would win on Sunday, wasnt in love with the outside starting spot because it can be tricky to get down to the bottom on restarts from the outside, said nothing that happened in practice or qualifying made his change his view of how it can all unfold. "I knew, even going into this weekend, I knew we were going to be really good contenders and be in the mix anyway," he said. "I feel like after running a couple laps of practice I felt like this was a car that was capable of winning. I think with tire management being more of a factor than its ever been, it kind of lends itself to my driving style even more. For that reason I think well be tough on Sunday." Logano has two top-10 finishes on the 0.526-mile oval, but none since 2010. "So weve got a track record, but we dont have a pole. How does that work?" he asked. A solid pit position, he said, could help turns things around on Sunday. "Obviously, the pit stall is very important, especially here. Its a dangerous pit road, so you want to get a nice spot you can get in and out of, but obviously here its a slow pit road and you can make up a lot with timing lines on pit road," he said. "For that reason alone its big, and thats worth multiple spots throughout the race when youre thinking about making a lot of pit stops." Danica Patrick qualified 10th, her best starting spot in a race not held at Daytona. Her previous best starting position was 21st, accomplished twice last season. Orlando Magic victor oladipo jersey . The Kelowna, B.C. rink made the announcement on their facebook page on Thursday night. victor oladipo jersey . At least at this point in the year. http://www.nbaofficial.com/Denver-Nuggets_Allen-Iverson-Jersey/. Jo-Wilfried Tsonga cruised past Tobias Kamke 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 to help France even the tie before Gael Monfils secured the winning point by defeating Peter Gojowczyk 6-1, 7-6 (0), 6-2. 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"I looked him in the eye and really felt that he meant it." Cole has been charged with misconduct by the FA and is set toSan Marino and the away game in Poland on Tuesday -- if selected by coach Roy Hodgson. "His contrition is greater because he realizes that he might have put his position in jeopardy -- and Im very happy he hasnt done that," Hodgson said. "Im pleased thhe chairman has gracefully accepted the apology from Ashley.dddddddddddd I know how saddened he was by it and Im glad its been resolved." Cole is currently training with the England squad at the countrys new national training centre in Burton-upon-Trent, where he greeted Prince William and his wife, Kate, at the facilitys official opening Tuesday. William is the honorary president of the FA, which Cole criticized in the vulgar tweet on Friday. Cole has made 98 appearances and will become only the sixth Englishman to reach the century mark if he plays against San Marino and Poland. He is unlikely to be made captain to mark the occasion, however. "Weve had issues and weve stated publicly many times that we have a very high level of behaviour and so on and so forth required from an English captain," Bernstein said. Cole has until Thursday to respond to the FA charge. He had already issued an apology through his lawyers soon after sending the tweet in question. ' ' '

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BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Johan Larsson had two goals to lead the Buffalo Sabres to a 5-2 preseason victory over the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday night. Defenceman Brayden McNabb added a goal and two assists for the Sabres, who improved to 3-0 in exhibition play. Buffalo scored the last four goals. McNabbs left point shot was deflected by Larsson past Carolina goaltender Anton Khudobin at the 18:36 mark of the second, tying it at 2, and Cody Hodgson scored off a Thomas Vanek pass to give Buffalo a 3-2 lead in the third. Zach Boychuk and Chris Terry scored for Carolina (0-2). Radek Dvorak had two assists, and Khudobin made 24 saves. Buffalo goaltender Ryan Miller stopped 34 shots. Wholesale Jerseys . They remain a long way away from winning it again, of course, but their performance in Manchester on Tuesday night was a sign of intent, a message they very much intended on delivering the moment their attention turned on the last 16 clash. Wholesale NFL Jerseys . Lawyer Barry Roux said telephone records will show that the banging sounds the neighbours heard were instead a distressed Pistorius hitting a toilet door with a cricket bat to get to fatally wounded girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. Charl Johnson and his wife Michelle Burger have testified to hearing a sequence of events in the pre-dawn hours of Valentines Day last year that involved a woman screaming, a man shouting for help and then the sound of gunshots. http://www.cheapnfljerseybest.com/. Ever since he arrived last week, the Kings have been a solid offensive team -- and the power forward finally added a couple of goals himself during Los Angeles latest win in the Freeway Faceoff. Cheap Jerseys . There goes my thinking as a parent that snow days only occurred at school. Not in a domed building. This for a stadium which has such a tarnished history it makes the awarding of the 2022 World Cup to Qatar appear like a rational decision. Increment weather may have played its part but the real issue here though is with the building itself. Cheap NFL Jerseys .C. -- The Abbotsford Heat know how difficult it can be to win games with a depleted lineup.Mark McMorris fractured rib is steadily improving, so much so that the gold-medal favourite in Sochi plans to snowboard in a few days to "see how it goes." McMorris responded in an email to The Associated Press on Friday that he feels "pretty good" nearly a week after his crash during the Winter X Games slopestyle final. He has a few more days to heal with slopestyle qualifying at the Sochi Games not beginning until Feb. 6. Last weekend, the 20-year-old from Regina caught his snowboard on the lip of a rail and landed hard on the bar, then slid down on his right side before hitting the snow. "I was in a lot of pain and I couldnt breathe," he said in the email. "I just had to get up. I couldnt lay there. I was so disappointed." He made it down the hill that afternoon under his own power and headed to the hospital, where X-rays revealed he had a fractured rib but no other damage. And now McMorris refuses to let the fall derail his Olympic aspirations. "I am really blessed and lucky I get a second chance to try and give it a shot," he said. Asked if his rib might hamper him during competition, McMorris responded: "I cant predict it until I get out there and try." McMorris arrived in Europe early so he could get accustomed to the time difference. He said hes pretty much been "in a stationary place trying to get better. Feeling Ok but my rib is still broken so its not 100 per cent. ... Every day (the rib) gets bbetter and I still have 4 or 5 days before I compete.dddddddddddd" Sore rib and all, McMorris will still be one of the favourites as slopestyle makes its Olympic debut. He could be the biggest challenger to Shaun White, who will also try to defend his title in the halfpipe. Pressure being the front-runner? "For sure," McMorris said in an interview at Winter X, a few days before his crash. "Whenever youre at the top of the sport, people look to you to keep going. Ive proven time and time again, that I can get the result. "Now, when were talking on an even bigger level, the Olympics, its really put on my shoulders. But everybody feels pressure. You can either take it in a positive or negative way. I try to feed off of it." McMorris doesnt view White so much with a sense of awe, but rather as simply another competitor in a talent-rich field that includes fellow Canadian rider Max Parrot, who won at Winter X with back-to-back triple-cork jumps. In fact, its White whos been doing most of the chasing in this event, because McMorris has been the snowboarder with the innovative tricks. "(White) is another guy youve got to beat," McMorris said in the interview before his crash. "I go to a contest to ride the best I can. Its in the judges hands after that. Thats what everybody does. I dont think its a sport where youre trying to take down any certain person. Youre trying to win a contest and do the best you can do." ' ' '

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LAWRENCE, Kan. -- The Baylor engine took a while to warm up. There was some sputtering, a little backfire from the exhaust pipes. It coughed and chugged and lurched through two offensive series. On the third, the Bears were back to humming like a sports car. Bryce Petty threw for 430 yards and three touchdowns in fewer than three quarters, Lache Seastrunk ran for 109 yards and a score and the sixth-ranked Bears eventually routed Kansas 59-14 Saturday night for their school-record 11th straight win. "We had to get in synch," explained Seastrunk, who also played little more than a half. "When you turn on a car, sometimes a car might turn on the first time. We kind of stalled out a little bit, like youre learning to drive a stick. But we got going." Once they got going, the Jayhawks were merely a speed bump. The Bears (7-0, 4-0 Big 12) piled up 500 yards of offence in taking a 38-0 lead by halftime, and then relaxed as coach Art Briles pulled many of his starters in the third quarter. The nations highest-scoring offence still finished with 743 yards, and eight of its nine scoring drives took fewer than 2 minutes. Four different Baylor players had touchdown runs -- Petty among them -- while Tevin Reese hauled in two of his three TD tosses. "It took us a while to get out there, but once we did, we settled down and played our game, and thats whats important," Petty said. "When we hone in on what we do, theres not a team in the country that can stop us, and Im very confident of that." Jake Heaps was held to just 85 yards passing and a touchdown for Kansas (2-5, 0-4), which has now lost 25 consecutive Big 12 games. He split time with freshman Montell Cozart, who was 4 of 14 for 69 yards and also lost a fumble that led to one of Baylors touchdowns. Brandon Bourbon had a 22-yard touchdown run for the Jayhawks. The Bears have scored at least 50 points six times in seven games, and the result has been the programs first 7-0 start since 1980. The once-downtrodden school hasnt lost since Nov. 10, 2012, at Oklahoma -- the same high-profile program thats next up for Baylor on Nov. 7. "We just wanted to get this win tonight, and then we know we have OU coming up in 10 or 11 games," Briles said. "Its like we talk about every week, its a new season." The Bears struggled on their first two series, punting each time, and a paltry crowd bundled up against the chilly autumn air had reason to hope for a monumental upset. Baylor put an end to that with four brutally efficient drives. Petty started the scoring rush when he threw a 62-yard strike to Reese. After the Jayhawks went three-and-out, Seastrunk got loose on a hip-swiveling scamper over the right side that turned into a 29-yard touchdown run. Kansas went three-and-out again, and Glasco Martin capped an 82-yard drive with a TD run. Petty finished off the scoring burst with a TD run of his own. In a span of roughly 12 minutes, the Bears had built a 28-0 lead. Baylor tacked on a field goal later in the second quarter, and a 25-yard touchdown pass from Petty to Reese with 2 minutes remaining made it 38-0 at the break. It also sent the few fans that were left in the stands scattering for the exits. "Theyre very dynamic," Kansas defensive tackle Keon Stowers said. "What their receivers do, they run routes according to your set as a defensive back. So if youre set outside, theyre going to run an inside route, even if it wasnt called before that. They do a really good job." That was what happened early in the second half, when Corey Coleman ran down the sideline and caught Pettys 49-yard pass for another touchdown. That was enough for Briles to start giving his vast collection of stars the rest of the night off. Bourbons touchdown run off an option pitch got Kansas within 45-7, but Shock Linwood matched him with a TD run for Baylor. Rodriguez Coleman hauled in a 30-yard TD strike from Heaps later in the fourth quarter, only for Linwood to add a 68-yard touchdown run to cap the scoring. "When we can play that way as a football team, were going to be a tough out," Briles said. "Were playing really, really good defence, weve got guys that are very explosive offensively and we have a great offensive line. Were a tough football team." Washington Capitals Mike Green Jersey .com) - The Atlantic Division-leading Toronto Raptors hope to catch a break Sunday in the finale of a three-game homestand, as they host the road-weary Orlando Magic. Capitals jersey . It was his right arm, though, that gave the New York Yankees so much trouble. 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Torey Krug scored the go-ahead goal in the third period and the Bruins won their season-high fifth straight with a 5-2 victory over the Panthers on Sunday. Chad Johnson made 20 saves, and Chris Kelly, Jarome Iginla, Patrice Bergeron and Andrej Meszaros also scored for Boston. Bergeron also had two assists for the Bruins, who are 7-0-3 during a 10-game stretch on the road, their longest such point streak since 2010-11. The Bruins have taken 14 of 16 from the Panthers, including eight straight by a combined 33-10 score. Boston is now in first place in the Eastern Conference. "Weve worked hard to get ourselves back at the top of the conference," Bruins coach Claude Julien said. "By the looks of it, itll probably be a battle right until the end." Jimmy Hayes scored both goals for Florida, and Roberto Luongo stopped 37 shots. The Bruins broke a 1-1 tie on Krugs goal with 12:22 left the third. Krug took a pass from Brad Marchand in the slot and backhanded it past Luongo. "It seemed like their guys were a little bit tired and I thought I could jump up and beat a couple of guys," Krug said. "March made an unbelievable play and I was lucky enough to put it in." Three goals were scored in a span of 52 seconds later in the third, two by Boston. The Bruins stretched their lead to 3-1 on Bergerons goal with 6 seconds left on a power play. His one-timer went between Luongos pads at 11:21. "It was a big game for us. I think we played a solid road game and we came out with the two points," Bergeron said. The Panthers closed to 3-2 when Hayes found a loose puck in front and jammed in between Johnsons pads for his second goal at 11:42 for his first career multigoal game. The Bruins made it 4-2 on Iginlas goal 31 seconds later when his wrist shot went over Luongos shoulder at 12:13 for his 20th of the season and 550th career goal. Iginla moved into sole possession of 26th on the NHLs career goals list. 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Nick Bjugstad shot from the right side and Johnson made the block, but Hayes grabbed the rebound and wristed it into the open net on the stick side. The Bruins went after Luongo from the start. He faced 27 shots in the first two periods, with at least three hitting the post, including a deflection off the skate of Panthers defenceman Brian Campbell early in the second that glanced off the iron. "You have to give (the Bruins) credit," Luongo said. "They came out hard in the third and they created some scoring chances. I would have liked to have made a few more saves there at least to keep it a one-goal game, but they have some good players there who can make some plays. "Things kind of fell apart a little bit in the third." NOTES: Bruins F Daniel Paille left with an upper-body injury after being hit by Ed Jovanovski along the boards at 3:06 of the first and did not return. ... Corey Potter, claimed off waivers by Boston from Edmonton on Wednesday, was a healthy scratch. ... 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The Montreal Canadiens will try to take a commanding lead in their Eastern Conference first round series when they visit the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 2 on Friday night. The Canadiens won the opening tilt of the best-of-seven series on Wednesday, claiming a 5-4 victory on Dale Weises overtime tally. Its not surprising the game went beyond regulation considering the Atlantic Division foes saw three of their five regular-season meetings in 2013-14 enter OT. After dropping a wild one in the opener, the Lightning hope to even this set before it shifts to Montreal for Games 3 and 4. The third meeting is set for Sunday at the Bell Centre with Game 4 scheduled for Tuesday. Weise tallied with 1:52 remaining in overtime to give his club a leg up on Tampa in the series. An in-season trade acquisition for Montreal, Weise scored off a pretty backhand feed from linemate Daniel Briere to end the entertaining contest. The wrister from just below the right circle beat a hapless Anders Lindback on his stick side after Briere successfully held off Tampa Bay defenseman Eric Brewer behind the net to deliver a perfect pass. The goal marked the first postseason point for Weise, who was held off the scoresheet in each of his previous six playoff games with the Vancouver Canucks. Briere, meanwhile, notched his 110th career playoff point in his 109th game with the assist. "Its not an easy thing, the roller coaster of emotion youre going to feel in playoff games," Briere said. "Thats part of the experience factor, knowing to stay composed and stay focused" Brian Gionta and Lars Eller picked up a goal and assist each for the Canadiens, while Tomas Plekanec and Thomas Vanek also lit the lamp for the third-place team in the Atlantic Division. Carey Price earned the Game 1 victory despite stopping just 21-of-25 shots. "Its nice to come in and get one here but its still a long series and they have a great team," said Gionta. "It was back-and-forth and itll be no different the next game." Lightning star Steven Stamkos scored twice, including the game-tying goal with just over 6 1/2 minutes left in regulation. Nikita Kucherov and Alex Killorn also produced goals in the setback. Subbing for the injured Ben Bishop, Lindbacks first career NHL playoff start went well despite the loss, as the rangy Swede came up with 39 saves. "We didnt get the win so its tough to find positives," said Stamkos. "Five goals against is way too many in the playoffs. Hopefully now everyone has a taste of playoff hockey, they know what its all about." Lindback will be back in net on Friday for his second career playoff start. Lightning head coach Jon Cooper said he is hopeful Bishop could return in this series, but can only see that happening if it extends past four games. 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NEW YORK -- Rick Nash scored the winning goal with 1:42 left, on New Yorks third shot of the third period, and the Rangers clinched home-ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs with a 2-1 victory over the NHL-worst Buffalo Sabres on Thursday night. New York secured second place in the Metropolitan Division when the Philadelphia Flyers lost at Tampa Bay later Thursday. The Rangers will face either the Flyers or Columbus in the opening round of the post-season. The Rangers struggled throughout against the lowly Sabres and goalie Matt Hackett, who played in just his seventh NHL game of the season. Drew Stafford gave Buffalo a 1-0 lead in the second, and Benoit Pouliot tied in in the final minute of the frame. Nash fired a one-timer off a cross-zone feed from Martin St. Louis, and sent the puck past Hacketts glove to break the 1-1 tie for his 26th goal. The Rangers then killed a late penalty against Brian Boyle, the third Sabres power play of the third period. Drew Stafford gave Buffalo a 1-0 lead in the second, and Benoit Pouliot tied in in the final minute of the frame. Henrik Lundqvist stopped 23 shots in the win, New Yorks last home game of the season. The Rangers final game is at Montreal on Saturday. Hackett made 28 saves for the Sabres, 2-15-1 in their last 18 games. The Rangers dominated the Sabres 18-1 in shots in the second period, yet had only a 1-1 tie to show for it. Buffalo recorded the first five shots of the game, and New York didnt record its first until Pouliots partial breakaway 7:30 in. However, the Rangers had a 27-13 edge through 40 minutes. The Sabres made the most of their only second-period shot and grabbed a 1-0 lead on it with 10:54 left in the period. Buffalo defenceman Mike Weber drifted backward with the puck from the right circle toward the blue line, and flipped a shot toward the Rangers net. Stafford, stationed in front of Lundqvist, got enough of his stick on it to deflect it into the net for his 16th goal of the season. New York did nothing with its two power plays in the first period or its next two in the second after a two-goal performance with the man advantage Tuesday against Carolina. It took until there were only 30.4 seconds left in the middle frame to get even with the Sabres. Hackett had been tough up until then, including shaking off a hard one-timer off the stick of Brad Richards that struck him flush in the forehead portion of his mask with 2:11 remaining in the period. After being briefly attended to on the ice by medical personnel, Hackett got up off his knees and stayed in the game. Pouliot took a pass across the Sabres zone in the left circle and fired a drive past Hackett to tie it. It was Pouliots 15th goal of the season and third in five games. NOTES: Lundqvist had a run of 26 minutes, 32 seconds between saves -- spanning from the first period until the third. ... Stafford and Sabres D Henrik Tallinder both returned to the lineup after missing four games each due to injury. Stafford has six goals and nine points in his past 13 games. ... The Rangers didnt record their first shot in the third period until Carl Hagelins attempt with 6:20 left. ... New York didnt take a penalty until the third period. In Tuesdays win, the Rangers were unpenalized in a full game for the first time since Jan. 10, 2012, against Phoenix. Jared Allen Bears Jersey . Hossa was injured Saturday night during Chicagos 5-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins outside at Soldier Field. It is unclear exactly when Hossa got hurt, but he took a hard hit from Penguins forward Craig Adams during Chicagos second power play of the first period. Walter Payton Jersey . LOUIS -- The St. http://www.bearsjerseyauthentic.com/. Nesbitt finished in one minute 56.07 seconds, well ahead of defending champion Ireen Wust of the Netherlands, who was second in 1:56.40. Wusts teammate Linda de Vries was third in 1:57. Walter Payton Womens Jersey . - Having completed their long climb from 12th to second place in the Western Conference in the final three months of the regular season, the San Jose Sharks can now start looking ahead to the most important time of year. Walter Payton Throwback Jersey . -- Los Angeles Lakers centre Pau Gasol will miss at least the next week with a strained right groin.BARCELONA, Spain -- Barcelonas already injury-hit squad has received another blow with full back Adriano ruled out of Tuesdays Champions League game at Ajax. Barcelona says that the versatile, yet injury-prone Brazilian hurt a ligament in his left ankle during the 4-0 win over Granada on Saturday and will miss the trip to Amsterdam. Barceloona says midfielder Xavi Hernandez, however, has returned to the squad after missing the Granada match due to a muscle strain in his left hamstring.dddddddddddd The Spanish leaders are without top scorer Lionel Messi, goalkeeper Victor Valdes, forward Cristian Tello, and defenders Dani Alves and Jordi Alba, all due to injury. ' ' '

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DUNEDIN, Fla. -- Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Colby Rasmus was scratched from Sundays lineup against the New York Yankees because of a stiff neck. Rasmus was set to bat seventh, but opted to sit as a precaution. He does not expect it to be a long-term issue and hopes to return in a "couple days." "I feel all right, I just woke up on the wrong side of the bed this morning," Rasmus said. "I got a little crick in my neck and its just one of those things that after throwing and warming up, I just felt like I needed to take myself out." Rasmus hit .276 with 22 home runs and 66 RBIs last season. Anthony Gose took Rasmus place in centre field in the exhibition game. Bobby Orr Bruins Jersey . A lack of focus from Toronto slugger Jose Bautista in a big ninth-inning situation helped them seal the victory. Tuukka Rask Jersey . Obama says Russian authorities "understand the stakes" involved in securing the games and the potential threats against the events. He says the U. http://www.bostonbruinsjerseysteamshop.com/customized/. Hossa was injured Saturday night during Chicagos 5-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins outside at Soldier Field. It is unclear exactly when Hossa got hurt, but he took a hard hit from Penguins forward Craig Adams during Chicagos second power play of the first period. David Krejci Jersey . Media reports had suggested Kaka, who joined Madrid for a fee of 65 million euros (C$92 million) in 2009, may be on the move before the Aug. 31 transfer deadline with AC Milan, Inter Milan and Arsenal among the clubs linked. boston bruins jerseys . - Daniel Walcott scored 1:40 into overtime as the Blainville-Boisbriand Armada edged the visiting Quebec Remparts 3-2 on Sunday in Quebec Major Junior Hockey League action.The Anaheim Ducks recalled goaltender John Gibson from Norfolk of the AHL on Friday to replace the injured Frederik Andersen. Andersen left Thursdays 3-2 win over the Los Angeles Kings in Game 3 midway through the third period with a right legg injury.dddddddddddd. Jonas Hiller came on in relief of Andersen and allowed one goal on eight shots. Gibson appeared in three regular season games and won each game, allowing four goals on 87 shots for a save percentage of .954. ' ' '

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HARRISON, N.J. -- Omar Cummings helped the Houston Dynamo advance to the MLS Eastern Conference finals. Cummings scored in the 104th minute to help the Dynamo oust the New York Red Bulls with a 2-1 victory on Wednesday night. Cummings scored in the second minute of stoppage time on Sunday to give the Dynamo a 2-2 draw in the first leg. The Dynamo moved on with an aggregate score of 4-3. Houston will face Sporting Kansas City in the East finals, which start on Saturday. The Red Bulls led Sundays game 2-0 before Jamison Olave committed a foul that led to a red-card ejection and allowed Houston to rally for a 2-2 draw. "Its terrible, I guess you cant exorcise every game this year from this club," Red Bulls first-year coach Mike Petke said. "Hats off to Houston, theyre a playoff team and they proved it the last three years. We did it to ourselves these last two games. " On Wednesday night, Red Bulls defender Ibrahim Sekagyas errant pass led to the tying goal by Houston. "It was individual mistakes, and they happen," Petke said. Cummings came off the bench in both matches and Dynamo coach Dominic Kinnear went to him in the 64th minute Wednesday. "I was trying to put some fresh legs closer to the goal and hope that something would come out of it and Omar has made me look good for two games in a row here," Kinnear said. Cummings got his foot on a ball that slipped past Red Bulls goalie Luis Robles at the near post. Houston, which won the 2006 and 2007 MLS Cups in its first two years in the league, reached the MLS Cup final in each of the past two seasons, losing in the final each time to the L.A. Galaxy. The Red Bulls took a 1-0 lead in the 23rd minute on the first career playoff goal by Bradley Wright-Phillips. Lloyd Sam crossed the ball into the box and Dynamo goalie Tally Hall went down to grab it with two hands. But when he hit the ground, the ball squirted out of his grasp and Wright-Phillips was there to knock it into an open net from inside the 6-yard box. "I tried to pin it against the ground and it slipped out," Hall said. "Its a sinking feeling. Whether I made a mistake or not, I still have a job to do for the rest of the game. This team has a will to win like nothing Ive ever seen before. Thats why our jersey has two stars on it (2006 and 2007 MLS titles)." Hall made one of his best saves in the closing seconds of regulation when Thierry Henry hit a bicycle kick on goal, but the Houston goalie managed to block it with his leg. Houston took advantage of a Red Bulls mistake to tie it at 1-1 on a goal by Brad Davis. Sekagya attempted to clear the ball from the top of the penalty area by sending the ball across the middle. The rolling ball went right to the foot of Davis inside the box and he placed it past Robles. "The guy looked up and I knew he was going to try and play it across," Davis said. "Luckily he mishit it, I looked up and it was the goalie and me." The Red Bulls dominated Houston during the regular season, winning all three matches. But the Dynamo extended New Yorks playoff futility, making the Red Bulls winless in their past six playoff games. The Red Bulls had come into the playoffs with an eight-game unbeaten string of 6-0-2. wholesale nfl jerseys . Hamelin, from Ste-Julie, Que., played catch-up after starting from the outside position and nearly caught J.R. Celski of the United States for second place with a strong last-lap push. wholesale jerseys . Djukic says "I dont share but I respect the decision." Djukic, who played for Valencia for six years, took over the team this off-season after two impressive seasons at Valladolid. http://www.salecheapjerseysfromchina.com/. The Flames recently halted a two-game slide with Saturdays road victory over Los Angeles, giving Calgary its third win in six games after suffering through an 0-5-1 drought from Nov. cheap nfl jerseys . When they finally broke through, they just kept going. Pedro Alvarez and Yamaico Navarro each hit two-run homers, and the Pirates enjoyed a long-awaited offensive breakthrough as they beat the Atlanta Braves 9-3 on Monday night. cheap jerseys from china . Its been a long and unpredictable campaign that has ultimately led them back to Wisconsin, where five months later they would make history on the same court where it all began. With their 102-98 victory at Bradley Center on Saturday, the Raptors picked up their 21st road win of the season, a franchise record, also assuring theyll finish the year with a winning record away from home for the first time in team history.Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling is reportedly battling cancer. ESPN.com confirmed a report broken by the New York Post late Thursday night that the 80-year-old has had prostate cancer for some time. The news comes just two days after Sterling was banned for life from the NBA and fined $2.5 million for racist comments he made in a taped conversation with his girlfriend. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is in thee process of rallying the leagues 29 other team owners to force a sale of the Clippers, the next step in removing Sterling entirely from the League.dddddddddddd "If that is true, my thoughts and prayers are with him," Clippers power forward Blake Griffin told ESPN.com after the teams Game 6 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Thursday. "Nobody deserves to go through something like that." ' ' '

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The Toronto Raptors will be without the services of Amir Johnson on Monday night when they entertain the New Orleans Pelicans at the Air Canada Centre. Johnson has been dealing with ankle pain after turning on it in a January 29 win over the Orlando Magic. An MRI on Johnsons ankle came back clean according to coach Dwane Casey, but he will be given the night off as the pain persists. Patrick Patterson will replace Johnson in the starting line-up. In 50 games this season, the 26-year-old Johnson is averaging 10.3 points, 6.7 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per game. cheap jerseys . - Cristiano DiGiacinto scored a hat trick and added an assist, Ben Johnson had two goals and two assists, and Alex Fotinos stopped 27 shots to lead the visiting Windsor Spitfires over the Saginaw Spirit 11-6 in Ontario Hockey League action Friday. wholesale jerseys . The 22-year-old native of Mississauga, Ont., made two combined appearances last season. http://www.salecheapnflwholesalejerseys.com/. Just ask last seasons Supporters Shield winners, the New York Red Bulls, who were resoundingly defeated last weekend by a rampant Vancouver Whitecaps in a match which produced two contenders for MLS Goal of the Week from Sebastian Fernandez and Pedro Morales. cheap nfl jerseys . That isnt to suggest the Edmonton Oilers will release Ryan Nugent-Hopkins or the Philadelphia Flyers will part with Sean Couturier, because they wont. cheap jerseys from china . It begins with starting pitching. "We have the talent," said Anthopoulos. "Last offseason because guys were hurt, we didnt have the bodies.After a long, hard Olympic season, the skaters at this years World Championships reveled in the adulation of their Japanese audience. The Saitama Super Arena, just outside of Tokyo, was packed with over 18,000 skating fans who hung on the skaters every move. For many of the skaters - after performing for an often-disinterested and sometimes intimidating crowd at the Sochi Games - the Saitama audience was the perfect antidote to a physically and emotionally exhausting Olympic year. You could see the skaters take the ice with the knowing attitude of, "it doesnt get better than this!" and in the end, whether their performance was, in itself, a personal best or somewhat subpar, you could sense the their joy at being there and read the gratitude etched on their faces as they acknowledged their audiences, took their bows and soaked in the moment. In return, the skaters rose up and delivered some of their best performances ever and fittingly, hometown heroes Mao Asada and Yuzuru Hanyu both won gold. On the way to her win, Mao set the highest Short Program score ever recorded and Yuzuru edged his teammate Tatsuki Machida by less than a point to become the first man in 12 years to win World and Olympic gold in the same year. The Canadian Team, without recent Olympic medalists Tessa Virtue, Scott Moir and Patrick Chan, stepped up and won medals in both the Pairs and Dance. Canada also qualified one of the largest teams for next years Worlds due in part to its depth in all four disciplines. Kaitlyn Weaver and Andrew Poje won a silver in Dance - missing gold by the tiniest of margins - .02. They had back to back, awesome skates but their free dance for me was Weaver and Poje at their finest. Their connection to each other, their ability to capture the subtleties of the music and their powerful edge work, were highlighted in their masterful tango. What stood out for me in their performance was the fact that their program is balanced in its difficulty throughout, not just during the required technical elements. Their skating has continued to grow and develop this season and you could feel their momentum and their sense of purpose building in the days before the competition. So when a couple of the top teams had minor baubles and left the door ajar in the short dance, they strode through. They are the real deal and will be a force going forward. Canada was the only country to have three teams in the Top 10, which is awesome in itself but even more extraordinary when you look at the fact that Virtue and Moir where not there. Canadian teams moved back to podium position in the pairs, with Meagan Duhamel and Eric Radford winning bronze and Kirsten Moore-Towers and Dylan Moscovitch finishing fourth. The differences are so small at the top of the field in pairs that both teams, who were terrific in Japan, will have to look for new ways to reinvent themselves if they are to challenge for the top of the podium in coming years.dddddddddddd Moore-Towers and Moscovitch were pretty much flawless in this event, but couldnt quite get to the podium which tells me that they may need to up the ante technically. Their performance in the free was, I thought, one of the highlights of these World Championships but they were a little too far back in the short to make up the distance. They have charming programs and are extremely well trained and capable which has served them well, but has left them just off the World podium two years in a row. They need that little bit more and the challenge is where and how to get it? More technical risk most likely. Strategy is going to be key for them going forward. Duhamel and Radford found that a little less worked for them here. Known for taking extreme risk, they simplified slightly going into some of their more difficult elements and that made all the difference for them, compared to Sochi. It freed them up to execute their elements cleanly, perform better and the medal was their just reward. The results were disappointing for Kevin Reynolds and Kaetlyn Osmond in the singles events in Japan but they have both had that kind of a season. Much has gone wrong for them this year except when it mattered most. With an Olympic Medal on the line, they delivered big time at the team event in Sochi. Without their solid showing , Canada would not have won silver. That silver is the lining in an otherwise glad its over kind of season. The good news is that there is a whole spring and summer ahead to regroup, heal and rebuild. Kaetlyn can - for the first time - look forward to two Grand Prix assignments this year. She qualified last year too, but injury took her out. Its what she needs the most, experience. She has come so far in such a short time with little international experience to build on. In an Olympic season that is relentless, missing training time going in as both Kevin and Kaetlyn did, undermines everything. I believe that this approaching offseason is a crucial time for them as they head into the next Olympic quadrennial. Its right now when they must make up for lost training time and get back on track. Bright lights for team Canada at this years Worlds were 15-year-old Nam Ngyuen and 16-year-old Gabby Daleman who both hit personal bests in their free programs and showed that they are ready for the big time. They were not intimidated at all by the size of the event or the numbers in the stands in fact they fed off it. Both are charming and feisty at the same time and one saw clearly that they arent prepared to wait their turn. So the stage is set for the next four years and from what we saw in Japan, Canada is in great shape going forward. ' ' '

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LOS ANGELES -- Make no bones about it. Coach Mike DAntonis skeleton roster was no match for the opportunistic Charlotte Bobcats and Al Jeffersons dominating presence in the paint. Jefferson tied a career high with 40 points, 16 of them in the fourth quarter, and grabbed 18 rebounds to help the Bobcats send the floundering Los Angeles Lakers to their sixth straight defeat with a 110-100 victory Friday night. "I have those moments," Jefferson said. "They kept running plays for me and I kept scoring. In the first quarter, they werent going down for me, but I just kept staying with it because I knew sooner or later it would start going down for me. " Jefferson set a franchise record with his 11th straight game of 20 or more points, eclipsing the mark set by Jason Richardson in 2007-08. It was the 13th game this season in which an opposing player scored at least 30 against the Lakers, something that happened in 18 games last season -- and there are still 35 games remaining. Jefferson is averaging 19.9 points and 10.7 boards, but wasnt selected for the All-Star game and has yet to play in one in his 10 years in the league. "Ive been disappointed with the All-Star games, man, for many years. So I dont listen to the hype," Jefferson said. Gerald Henderson added 20 points for the Bobcats. Starting point guard Kemba Walker missed his sixth straight game since a sprained left ankle ended his career-opening consecutive game streak of 190. Ramon Sessions, who has started every game at the point during Walkers absence, had 13 assists and nine points. Sessions, along with starting power forward Josh McRoberts and reserve guard Jannero Pargo -- all former Lakers -- combined for 26 points and the Bobcats snapped a string of five straight defeats against Los Angeles. Charlotte shot 52.3 per cent from the field, improving to 5-0 when shooting at least 50 per cent. The victory was the Bobcats ninth on the road, four more than all of last season. Still missing Kobe Bryant, Steve Nash, Steve Blake, Jordan Farmar and Xavier Henry because of injuries, the Lakers lost for the 18th time in 21 games and are only a half-game ahead of last-place Sacramento in the Western Conference standings just four seasons after winning their 16th NBA title. Pau Gasol had 24 points for Los Angeles and Nick Young added 21 off the bench. The Lakers have given up 100 or more points in 14 consecutive games, matching the clubs longest such streak since a 17-game stretch in 1986-87. Trailing by as many as 20 points after a pair of free throws by Jefferson with 4:21 left in the third quarter, the Lakers sliced the margin to 86-73 on a four-point play by Ryan Kelly. Los Angeles got it down to 86-78 on a layup by Robert Sacre with 11:01 to play, but that was as close as the Lakers got. Jefferson scored the Bobcats first eight points of the final quarter to help keep the Lakers at bay. "Hes been doing this to a lot of people," DAntoni said. "We tried a little bit of everything. We dug. We tried to play him a little bit straight up, at first. We tried to double-team him." Jefferson, who signed a three-year, $41 million contract with the Bobcats in July, powered them to a 62-49 halftime lead with 18 points and eight rebounds. Charlotte shot 58 per cent in the half, and never trailed after Jeffersons finger roll gave the Bobcats a 26-25 lead with 1:37 left in the first quarter. In the other meeting this season, the Lakers beat the Bobcats 88-85 at Charlotte with a game-ending 13-4 run and 21 points by Kobe Bryant -- one of only six games the NBAs fourth leading scorer has played in this season because of a torn Achilles tendon and a fracture in his left knee. Jefferson was held to 14 points that night. NOTES: The game ball was being sent to New York to mark the final day of NBA Commissioner David Sterns tenure. He is retiring Saturday on the 30th anniversary of his first day on the job. ... 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"We were not prepared to accept that Nik was responsible for his own death," Danson told The Canadian Press. "We just wanted the truth to be acknowledged." In the immediate aftermath of his fatal crash at an event in Grindelwald, Switzerland, on March 10, 2012, ski officials angered the family and others in the skiing community by suggesting Zoricic, 29, was to blame for his death. The family responded by arguing the death was "entirely avoidable" and blasted the course finish line for being a "death trap." In a letter to his parents this month, the International Ski Federation (FIS) called Zoricic a "talented, experienced, and skilled" World Cup skier who did not take unnecessary risks. "It would therefore not be right to describe his accident as a freak accident or pilot error, the federations president and secretary general wrote. 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Hard objects, such as large mounds of packed snow, will no longer be allowed near the finish. "The fact that were making these significant changes is that there really are lessons learned from his death that will hopefully mean this kind of tragedy will never happen again," Danson said. The International Ski Federation also said it would commit $250,000 over five years to the Nik Zoricic Foundation, which aims to improve skicross safety. Neither Zoricics father Bebe, himself a veteran ski coach, nor his mother Silvia were immediately available to comment. Danson said it was a "difficult time" for them given the second anniversary of their sons death, but said they were "delighted" their son had been vindicated. At the Sochi Olympics last month, Canadian skicross racers wore denim-style ski pants as a tribute to their late teammate, who was known for wearing jeans on the mountain. Zoricic was born in Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina and moved with his father to Canada at age 5. 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ST. LOUIS -- The Los Angeles Kings still have the St. Louis Blues number. After beating the Blues in four straight in the Western Conference semifinals last spring, the Kings completed their second sweep of a season series against St. Louis with a 4-2 win Thursday night. Los Angeles, which has beaten the Blues eight straight times including the playoffs, first accomplished the season series sweep in 2005-06. "Playing last year in the playoffs, there seems to be a rivalry brewing," said the Kings Justin Williams, who sealed the win with an empty-net goal with 1:16 left. "They havent gotten the results they have wanted against us so far, so Im sure its frustrating for them. But at the same time, we played a great road game." Mike Richards scored the go-ahead goal with 2:43 to play and Jonathan Quick made 20 saves. Dustin Brown had a goal and an assist, and Trevor Lewis also scored for the Kings. Jarret Stoll assisted on Lewis goal, giving him 100 with Los Angeles. Vladimir Tarasenko scored both goals and Jaroslav Halak made 36 saves for the Blues, who have lost four of their last five. "Its not good, because the team loses," Tarasenko said. "It doesnt matter how many goals you score and how many plays you make. Its all about the win." Richards gave the Kings the victory when he capitalized after Halak gave up a rebound on a soft shot. The puck went to the right side of the net, but came back in front and Richards eventually jammed it in for his 10th goal. "Im not even sure what happened," Richards said. "Somehow, the puck kept coming back to me. I got lucky there and jammed it in." The goal was the type the Kings have been scoring of late. "Before we were trying to make too many pretty plays," Richards said. "When you do that, you dont score as many goals if you just keep it simple and throw it to the net." Williams closed the door with his goal. He then got blasted by David Backes, which touched off a scrum. That didnt surprise Kings forward Anze Kopitar. "Every time weve played them, its a physical game," Kopitar said. "Thats the third time we beat them, and I dont know how many times in a row now. "It is what it is. Of course, theyre a little frustrated. Thats what happens sometimes at the end of the game." Tarasenko tied it for the second time when he shoved home a puck that had drifted through Quick at 6:44 of the third period to make it 2-2. The Blues rookie had also knotted the score at 1 when he put his own rebound past Quick at 10:55 of the second period. Lewis made it 2-1 at 12:49 of the second when he corralled a bouncing pass from Stoll to the right of the Blues goal and sneaked a backhander past Halak. NOTES: Blues G Brian Elliott, who is 3-6-1 with a 3.56 goals against average and has not played since March 5, agreed to go to Peoria of the AHL for conditioning. Elliott led the NHL in goals against average last season (1.56) and helped the team win the Jennings Trophy. ... 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Chiumientos goal moments into injury time gave the Whitecaps a last-minute 1-1 tie with the San Jose Earthquakes in Major League Soccer action on a cold, wet and windy night before a crowd of 15,608 at Empire Field. cheap jerseys . -- Steve Blake scored 13 of his 19 points in the third quarter, Pau Gasol and Nick Young each had 16, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Utah Jazz 111-106 Friday night in the preseason finale for both teams. wholesale jerseys . J. Paul Reddam, who hails from Windsor, Ont., made his comments in a blog appearing on the bloodhorse.com website. He writes there were two offers from U.S. breeding operations, one valued at just under $5 million, the other at $3 million. CLEVELAND -- Ben Tate was on the Browns radar for months. Hes now on their roster. Tate signed a two-year, $7 million free agent deal on Saturday with Cleveland, which has been desperate to find a quality every-down running back since trading Trent Richardson to Indianapolis early last season. Tate, who spent the past four years with Houston, fills the void and the 25-year-old is excited to begin a new chapter of his career with the Browns. "LETS DO THIS CLEVELAND!! (hashtag) DawgPound," Tate posted on his Twitter account along with a photo of him wearing a Browns ball cap. Later in a teleconference, Tate said hes eager to show he can be a feature back. "Its been something Ive been waiting for, for a long time," he said. "Im just ready to grab this opportunity and run with it and show everyone what Im all about. ... I feel like now that Ive been given this opportunity that I can be one of the top backs in the league. Im going to let my play speak for itself. But I want it to be known that I do feel like Im a guy whos gonna be a top-10, top-8, top-5 running back." Tate had been linked to the Browns almost from the moment they made the shocking deal to send Richardson to the Colts for a 2014 first-round draft pick. Cleveland considered trading for Tate, but decided to wait until he was available as a free agent. Tate was one of the top free agent backs on the market, and after spending two days visiting the Browns, his agents and the team finalized a deal. He spent the down time messaging with fans on Twitter, hoping Cleveland would become his new football home. "I really wanted to be here," said Tate, adding he had other visits lined up. "I thought this was going to be the best opportunity for me. I felt like the pieces thats already here, offensive line-wise and their plans to build in the rest of free agency and also in the draft, so I felt like this was going to be just the best opportunity for me to succeed and to help turn this thing around and take it to another level.dddddddddddd" Tate rushed for 771 yards last season, his fourth with the Texans. He played part of the year with broken ribs, an injury that would have sidelined most players. He has averaged 4.7 yards per attempt during his career. After sitting out his rookie season in 2010 with a broken ankle, Tate took over after starter Arian Foster got hurt in 2011 and rushed for 942 yards and four touchdowns, averaging 5.4 yards per carry. Tate said it was tough sitting and waiting behind Foster for his chance to shine. "I feel like Im explosive," he said when asked to describe his running style. "I feel like I can make guys miss when you hit the open field. I feel like if its third-and-1 and Ive got to go one-on-one with a linebacker that I can do that as well. "So I just feel like Im a total package. I feel like I can do everything there is to. I can catch the ball out of the backfield. I feel like I can do everything. Im a three-down back. I just would say Im just a complete back." The Browns ranked tied for 27th in the league with 86.4 yards rushing per game last season and scored only four TDs on the ground. Tate is the fifth free agent signed by the Browns this week, joining safety Donte Whitner, linebacker Karlos Dansby, cornerback Isaiah Trufant and tight end Jim Dray. Cleveland has signed Cincinnati wide receiver Andrew Hawkins to an offer sheet and is waiting to see if the Bengals are going to match it for the quick slot receiver. Also, the Browns are in a holding pattern on Pro Bowl centre Alex Mack. They designated him as their transition player, locking him into a one-year, $10.039 million deal in 2014 unless he signs an offer sheet elsewhere that Cleveland will have time to match. ' ' '

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MILWAUKEE -- Facing a potentially short and hectic transition from the regular season to the playoffs, the Philadelphia 76ers managed to get a win while Doug Collins rested a few of his key players. Evan Turner scored a career-high 29 points and the 76ers beat the Milwaukee Bucks 90-85 in a playoff tune-up Wednesday night. Jodie Meeks added 27 points for the 76ers. "Thats a good win for us," Collins said. "Im proud of them. We have a competitiveness about us. Regardless of who plays, guys play to win." The 76ers rested key players such as Elton Brand, Andre Iguodala, Lou Williams and Thaddeus Young. Turner, who had 13 rebounds and six assists, said playing 40-plus minutes was something of a shock to his system. "It feels good but when you havent done it in a while, youre killing your stomach a little bit, youre tired," Turner said. "I was just happy we could come out here and get a win." Brandon Jennings scored 19 points for the Bucks, who were playing short-handed in their home finale. Philadelphia eliminated Milwaukee from playoff contention with a victory over New Jersey on Monday. Jennings right eye was pink after he got poked during Mondays game, but he still wanted to play. "I just wanted to play because I just love the game, at the end of the day," Jennings said. "It doesnt matter to me. I get up to play basketball. Its my job. I have to still be a professional and finish the season." The Bucks played only nine players Wednesday -- and Jennings was the only regular starter on the court. Monta Ellis, Drew Gooden, Ersan Ilyasova, Carlos Delfino and Luc Richard Mbah a Moute all sat out. Then Milwaukee lost forward Ekpe Udoh to knee soreness during the game. Bucks coach Scott Skiles wasnt sure who the team might have ready for Thursdays season finale in Boston. "Do you know, math-wise, what I could get for a 10-day (contract) if I played tomorrow night?," Skiles asked, jokingly. Leading by four points in the fourth quarter, the 76ers went on an 8-2 run. But the Bucks rallied, cutting the lead to three on a 3-pointer by Jennings. Turner responded with a jumper as the shot clock expired on the 76ers next possession, and Philadelphia led 86-81 with 3:09 remaining. The Bucks had one last rally, cutting the lead to three on a jumper by Beno Udrih with 38.1 seconds left. After a miss by the 76ers, the Bucks couldnt find an open 3-point shot and Shaun Livingston missed a layup. "The ball wasnt moving as freely as normally we would move the ball," Skiles said. "Obviously, weve got different lineups out there. Weve got guys that havent played very much. You cant be too harsh on the guys about that." Although the playoff schedule has not been finalized, Collins said before Wednesdays game that he figures the 76ers will face the Chicago Bulls, the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference, in the first round -- and he thinks theyll likely open in Chicago on Saturday. If thats the case, Collins says the 76ers will fly straight to Chicago after their regular-season finale at Detroit on Thursday and hold a practice Friday; he told players to pack their bags for four days when they left Philadelphia. Although there still was a slight chance going into Wednesdays game that the 76ers could face Miami in the first round instead of Chicago, Collins said he and his assistants are spending any extra time they have scouting Chicago. "The one thing Ive learned is dont start jockeying," Collins said. "Just win and play who youre supposed to play. Sometimes you can fool yourself and try to be too slick. Were going to try to win the games and then play whoever is in front of us." Notes: Xavier Silas, who signed with the 76ers on Tuesday after playing for their D-League affiliate, had five points. "This is something Ive been dreaming about a long time," he said. "Once you wrap it around your head enough times, it feels real." ... Philadelphias Sam Young left the game after injuring his eye. ... Jennings gave a brief speech thanking fans before the game. Milwaukee finishes the regular season at Boston on Thursday. cheap china jerseys . The second-ranked Nadal helped Spain beat France 4-1 in the semifinals to set up the Dec. 2-4 final on the hosts favoured clay surface at Olympic Stadium in Seville. Fifth-ranked David Ferrer is set to play singles alongside Nadal, while Feliciano Lopez and Fernando Verdasco should team-up for doubles, although Spain captain Albert Costa also included recent Valencia Open winner Marcel Granollers and Marc Lopez as playing partners. wholesale nfl jerseys . Canada and the United States will meet Thursday in the Olympic final for a fourth time. The Canadians have won three gold in a row at the Winter Games. http://www.personalized-nfl-jersey.com/. MORITZ, Switzerland -- Martins Dukurs rallied in the second heat to pass his brother Tomass Dukurs and win a World Cup skeleton race on Friday, the second straight 1-2 finish for the Latvian siblings. cheap jerseys . -- The Buffalo Sabres are making a serious push for a post-season berth. wholesale jerseys . The 38-year-old, a two-time All-Star, had been relegated to part-time duty and was batting .208 in 24 at-bats for the last-place Angels (6-14).TSNs Jack Armstrong offers his thoughts on the skilled and efficient Kevin Love in Minnesota, if Danny Granger gets bought out by the 76ers, discussions of a four-point line, the steady and dependable Robin Lopez with the Blazers and Kirk Hinrichs help in the Bulls resurgence. 1. KEVIN LOVE (Timberwolves): Another monster game Tuesday night vs. Phoenix with 33 points, 13 rebounds and nine assists and he goes 3-6 from 3-point range. Hes been off the charts lately and just dominates games in so many ways. You look at him and he doesnt have great explosiveness or lift in his game yet all he does is work you over. Incredibly skilled and efficient and hes very strong. Plays the game at the right pace and sees the game a few frames ahead of most. Former GM/coach Kevin McHale got ripped for selecting him out of UCLA but as we can all see now, one great big man knows another. He saw something in this guy that few others saw. Everyone knew he was good - not just this good. The fact that hes made a serious commitment to his conditioning and diet has taken his game to a whole new level. 2. DANNY GRANGER (76ers): Everyone in the NBA will be keeping an eye on what happens with the buyout negotiations here. Hes got until this weekend to get it done and be on another roster for the March 1 deadline so hes eligible for the playoffs. The big question is; does he do it? He gives up his Bird Rights if he agrees to the buyout which takes away some of his potential earning power as a free agent this summer. In addition, he can be a nice bargaining chip for Philly in a sign-and-trade this June/July. If he hits the open market, hell get lots of offers. Obviously, injuries the past few years (averaging only eight ppg and shooting a woeful 36 per cent) have really impacted him and he probably wont be right until next fall but is worth the risk if he becomes available in the next few days. Clock is ticking and its ticking real fast. 3. FOUR-POINT LINE: Is this a Hoax? Like the Justin Bieber protest in Atlanta? Really? Look, Im a fan of widening the court a little bit - Ive said it on the air many times that we see guys stepping on the sideline way too often, but a four-point shot - maybe Im too old fashioned or out of touch but I really dont want to get that extreme.dddddddddddd Enough guys in the league right now that have a hard enough time making free throws let alone adding a gimmick like this. 4. ROBIN LOPEZ (Blazers): When you reflect on great under-the-radar pickups in the summer, this has to be one of the best. What was New Orleans thinking here? Hes been an ideal complement to LaMarcus Aldridge and has allowed the All-Star to play at his natural four-spot. Hes been the anchor for their defence and has posted nice numbers at 11 ppg and nine rpg while getting close to two blocks a game. Hes been steady and dependable and plays with wonderful energy and enthusiasm. Obviously, not an A-list talent but if I had to grade his performance for the Blazers, Id give him an A for the impact hes had in transforming their team into one of the fun stories in the league along with the Suns and the Raptors as surprise teams. 5. KIRK HINRICH (Bulls): Dont let the numbers deceive you (nine ppg and shooting only 38 per cent while averaging only 4.3 assists per game) compared to his career accomplishments. This guy is a winner and is healthy again and a big part in the resurgence of his team. Outstanding defensive player who competes really hard every night. Knows how to run a team and does whatever you need when you need it. Ideal role player in their system and his energy and relentless style is typical of their organizational culture. Really respect this guy and what he brings to the table each game. Yes, limited in many ways but if you really sit and watch him you gain a greater appreciation for his contribution to the team. Numbers are nice to look at and a judgment tool for many but its also about how a guy meshes with his teammates and compliments their games and sacrifices his for the greater good. He understands what it means to be a team guy first, last and everything in between. ' ' '

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SAN ANTONIO -- The San Antonio Spurs say they have re-signed forward Boris Diaw for the coming season. The Spurs announced the move Thursday without disclosing terms. Diaw played in 20 games, seven of them starts, after signing on with the Spurs on March 23. He averaged 4.7 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 20.3 minutes while shooting .588 (40-6 from the field. In the playoffs, Diaw started all 14 games for the Spurs and averaged 6.2 points, 5.2 rebounds and 2.5 assists in 24.7 minutes. The 6-8, 235-pound Diaw is a nine-year NBA veteran and a member of Frances Olympic team with Spurs teammate Tony Parker. wholesale jerseys . -- With the Hamilton Tiger-Cats season hanging in the balance, rookie quarterback Dan LeFevour delivered. wholesale nfl jerseys . Various media outlets, including the Detroit Free Press, indicate a deal is close, while USA Today cited an unidentified person directly involved with the negotiations as saying the pact is for two years. http://www.salecheapjerseyschina.com/. Ivory Coast ended the dream of co-host Equatorial Guinea, while Zambia knocked out Sudans team of home-based players to make the last four for the first time in 16 years. cheap jerseys . -- Delighted to be 5-under par at the midway point of the windy Honda Classic, Rory Sabbatini predicted the score would be enough to win the tournament. cheap jerseys from china .C. -- Al Jefferson had a pretty good inkling it was Charlottes night when he banked in a 31-footer from well beyond the top of the key to beat the shot clock midway through the fourth quarter.MADRID, Spain -- Second-ranked Li Na started her Madrid Open campaign by overcoming a stubborn opponent just as third-seeded Agnieszka Radwanska did to reach the second round on Monday. Lis clay debut began with an encouraging 6-1, 7-6 (7) victory over Belgiums Kirsten Flipkens before Radwanska also advanced thanks to a 7-6 (3), 6-2 win over Canadas Eugenie Bouchard. Li, the Australian Open champion, survived two set points by Flipkens, and eventually took the tiebreaker to avoid another surprise first-round exit like last year. Li goes up against fellow Chinese player Zheng Jie next. Bouchard came out on the losing end of a tough match against third-ranked Radwanska, as the Polish player earned her 25th match win of the season. "The tiebreak was the biggest key," said Radwanska, who goes on to play Svetlana Kuznetsova. "I did a couple of good shots in the tiebreak and managed to win that, and that gave me more confidence in the second set." Kuznetsova held off Alize Cornet of France 6-3, 4-6, 6-1 as the Russian continued her good run, including reaching the final in Portugal on Saturday. Also, Caroline Wozniacki was a 6-2, 6-2 victor over Ekaterina Makarova while Spanish player Carla Suarez Navarro followed up from winning her first career title in Portugal with a 7-6 (6), 6-4 win over Yvonne Meusburger of Austria. Ninth-seeded Dominika Cibulkova of Slovakia was bounced 6-4, 6-0 by Samantha Stosur of Australia. A minutes silencee was scheduled to be held at the Magic Boxs Manolo Santana centre court before the evening match in remembrance of Elena Baltacha, a former top-50 British womens player who died of liver cancer on Sunday.dddddddddddd In mens first-round play, ninth-seeded John Isner beat Russian qualifier Teymuraz Gabashvili 7-6 (, 6-4, with the American securing the only break in a match heavy on baseline groundstrokes. Kei Nishikori followed up his Barcelona Open triumph with a 6-4, 6-4 win against Ivan Dodig of Croatia. Nishikori said working with former French Open champion Michael Chang boosted his confidence on this surface as he won his first career clay title in Barcelona. "I did well last week in Barcelona and Im getting better on clay, so hopefully I can go further this week," the 12th-ranked Japanese player said. "There was just one bad game, on my serve at 3-2 in the second set. Otherwise, it was an almost perfect match." Jo-Wilfried Tsonga beat Edouard Roger-Vasselin 6-3, 4-6, 6-3, while Gilles Simon emerged from another all-French matchup, after Benoit Paire retired, to play Roger Federer next. Stanislas Wawrinka, who is looking to follow-up his Monte Carlos Masters triumph, opens in the Spanish capital against Dominic Thiem after the Austrian beat Dmitry Tursunov of Russia 6-4, 6-2. Other winners were Mikhail Youzhny of Russia, Jarkko Nieminen of Finland, and Spanish players Fernando Verdasco and Feliciano Lopez. ' ' '

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