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Arsene Wenger: Arsenal Ready to Pounce on Transfer Bargains When Financial Crisis Hits
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believes his club will clean up if and when the next financial crisis hits Europe. The Daily Mirror reports the wealthy Gunners are ready to pounce when cash-strapped clubs look to offload highly-paid stars. "Economically the whole environment has changed and people suffer more," Wenger said. "The clubs will suffer more financially and...
Corey Trivino Charged With Indecent Assault, Dismissed From Boston University Hockey Team
Boston University's leading goal scorer and first-line center, Corey Trivino has been dismissed from school following charges that resulted from alledgedly groping and attempting to rape a BU resident assistant. Trivino, a senior who is currently leading Hockey East with 13 goals this season, was released without bail, but had to surrender his Canadian passport and was ordered...
Celtics Sign 2011 Draft Picks JaJuan Johnson, E'Twaun Moore
The Celtics haven't really been able to make a big splash, so they may need some help from their rookies in 2011-12. The C's announced that they have signed rookies JaJuan Johnson and E'Twaun Moore, each of whom they drafted earlier this offseason. Johnson, a 6-foot-10 forward out of Purdue, was drafted in the first round (27th overall) this offseason. The 22-year-old...
Mark Recchi Shares Stanley Cup Tales From Time With Bruins, Fondly Recalls Opening Night Ceremony
Mark Recchi retired from hockey last June following the Bruins' memorable Stanley Cup title run. However, even though he's no longer playing in the NHL, Recchi continues to find himself just as busy. He did, however, find some time to stop by the NESN studios to chat it up with Randy Scott about what he's been doing since he called it a career. Recchi is "on the...
Liverpool Hosts Oldham Athletic at Anfield in FA Cup Third Round
Liverpool learned its FA Cup third round opponent Tuesday. The Reds will host Oldham Athletic in the knockout competition. The game will take place on either on Jan. 6 or Jan. 8. Oldham beat Southend United Tuesday to set up a date with the English Premier League club. Oldham is currently in 16th place in League One, England's third division.
Celtics Trade Glen Davis, Von Wafer to Orlando Magic for Brandon Bass
Big Baby is officially on the move. And in return, the Celtics will be receiving one of his former LSU teammates. The Celtics announced that they have traded Glen Davis to the Orlando Magic, along with Von Wafer, in exchange for Brandon Bass. Davis was a polarizing player in his four years in Boston, but he posted career highs in games, minutes, points, rebounds and assists last...
Report: WPS Receieves U.S. Soccer's Blessing to Operate Five-Team League in 2012
WPS received a lifeline from U.S. Soccer on Monday. The governing body gave it conditional permission to operate a five-team league in 2012, according to ESPN. "After a positive discussion, the U.S. Soccer Board of Directors approved a plan to sanction WPS as a Division 1 professional league in 2012, subject to certain conditions," a U.S. Soccer statement read. "Once...
Kobe Bryant to Once Again Wear Ridiculous 'Grinch' Sneakers on Christmas Day (Photos)
'Tis the season for Kobe Bryant to wear absurd kicks on Christmas Day. The Lakers guard is once again going to wear some Grinch-inspired Nike sneakers when Los Angeles takes on Chicago on Christmas afternoon. If you recall, Bryant wore these monstrosities last year, and he's somehow outdone himself with this year's model. Check out the shoes below courtesy of SneakerFiles...
Celtics Re-Sign Sasha Pavlovic, Who Played 17 Games With C's Last Season
The Celtics have been busy bolstering their bench in recent days, and one of their moves involves a familiar face. The C's announced that they have signed guard/forward Sasha Pavlovic, who played 17 games with Boston last season. The 6-foot-7 Pavlovic joined the Celtics last season as a free agent, and went on to average 1.8 points per game in 8.8 minutes per game. He also played...
Pizzeria makes light of Brady-O'Brien argument
The Tom Brady-Bill O'Brien sideline spat Sunday was at the very least entertaining. And now that the Patriots quarterback and offensive coordinator have moved on from it and apparently smooth things over, we can start to have a little fun with it. That's the thinking for Upper Crust Pizzeria apparently, as they decided to make light of the little blow-up in advertising their...
Report: Derek Jeter Gives Gift Baskets, Signed Baseballs to Women He Dates
Derek Jeter may have several World Series rings, but he seems to have no plans to add a wedding ring to that collection any time soon. The New York Yankees shortstop was busted by the New York Post for allegedly giving parting gifts to women who spend the night at his Trump Towers pad. "Derek has girls stay with him at his apartment in New York, and then he gets them a car to...
Claude Julien Didn't Know About Brad Marchand's Fine for Slew Foot, But Wants Him to 'Be a Good Brat, Not a Bad Brat'
BOSTON -- Bruins coach Claude Julien wasn't even aware that forward Brad Marchand had been fined for his slew foot on Pittsburgh defenseman Matt Niskanen last week until he was asked about it after Tuesday's morning skate. "I'm learning something. Might want to tell me about that," Julien responded. "I never heard about it, so thanks for the [news]."...
Zach Hamill Revived Career on Wing in Providence, But Ability to Play Center Could Give Him Another Shot in Boston
BOSTON -- It was a move to the wing that helped Zach Hamill resurrect his career in Providence this season, but his path back to Boston could put him back in his more familiar spot in the middle. Hamill was recalled for the second time this season on an emergency basis on Monday. Fourth-line center Gregory Campbell is out with a fracture in his foot, while left wing Daniel Paille...
Send Marcus Kwesi O'Mard Questions for This Week's Soccer Mailbag
We're always told "there's no place like home." That seemed to be the case in much of the soccer world last week. Liverpool ended its four-game run of draws at Anfield with a deserved win over QPR saturday. Arsenal hosted club legends, unveiled three statues and downed Everton as part of celebrations marking its 125th year in existence. Manchester United buried...
Metta World Peace Brags About Abs, Tells Reporter She Would Leave Her Husband If She Saw Them
Metta World Peace is crazy. This week, the artist formerly known as Ron Artest took offense to the notion that he became out of shape during the NBA lockout. "I heard I was out of shape," Artest said, according to The Los Angeles Times. "This one guy said I was like, out of shape, and I should be [let go through the amnesty clause]." How confident was Mr. World...
Jose Mourinho to star in Cartoon Called 'Mourinho and the Special Ones'
A Portuguese company, Sports Stars Media, wants to use Jose Mourninho's likeness in a new cartoon series. The BBC reports "Mourinho and the Special Ones" will help kids develop as soccer players and positive human beings. "Sports Stars Media has the rights to use Mourinho's image for the purposes of developing and marketing the CGI animation," the report...
Tuukka Rask Gets Start Against Kings, With Zdeno Chara, Gregory Campbell Sidelined
BOSTON -- Claude Julien doesn't often reveal his starting netminder before the game, but he made an exception Tuesday after the morning skate at the Garden. With back-to-back games and Tim Thomas' stellar record in Ottawa, where the Bruins visit on Wednesday, there was no real reason to hide the obvious choice of giving Tuukka Rask the start Tuesday night against Los Angeles...
Bill O'Brien Explains Sideline Argument With Tom Brady, Says Mother Told Him to Watch His Language
Patriots offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien heard from his mother after Sunday's sideline spat with quarterback Tom Brady, and he laughed while saying she told him to watch his language. On a more serious note, O'Brien had his first chance to address the confrontation Tuesday. "It's just two competitive guys that want the best for the team, and we've moved...
James Harrison Suspended One Game for Hit on Colt McCoy
PITTSBURGH -- Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison has been suspended for one game without pay for his hit last week on Browns quarterback Colt McCoy. NFL Executive Vice President Ray Anderson said Tuesday the suspension is the result of Harrison's fifth illegal hit against a quarterback in the past three seasons. Harrison, who can appeal, laid a helmet-to-facemask hit...
Is Tim Tebow the Most Dangerous Fourth-Quarter Quarterback in the NFL?
After Eli Manning led his team out of a late 12-point deficit Sunday night in Dallas, the whole football world came rushing out to sing the praises of the 30-year-old quarterback. And rightfully so. Manning has shown an ability to thrive late in games, when the pressure is at its highest, with the game-winning drive in Super Bowl XLII serving as the most famous example. Sunday'...
Justin Bieber Vists Fernando Torres, Frank Lampard and Chelsea FC (Video)
Justin Beiber visited Chelsea FC and palled around with pair of its stars during a recent U.K. tour. The teenage pop star was accompanied by Fernando Torres and Frank Lampard on a private tour of Stamford Bridge. Beiber dropped in on the West London club on Nov. 7 with girlfriend Selena Gomez. The pair was in Northern Ireland for the MTV European Music Awards and headed for London...
BCS System Allows College Coaches to Get Fat and Happy Without Worrying About Playoffs
From a fan's perspective, a playoff system seems to make the most sense for college football if you want to determine which is the best team in the country. If you want to make money, though, the BCS system is just fine. Will O'Toole captures the mind-set of some college coaches in the cartoon above.
Tim Tebow More Than 'A Good Running Back,' But Not Yet a Good Quarterback, Either
A lot of things have been said about Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow since he was named Denver's starting quarterback eight games ago. Chief among those: "All he does is win." But Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher made sure to add his thoughts to the mix after his team became the latest victim of Tebow time. His comments? "He's a good running back ... He does a...
Report: Red Sox Sign Catcher Kelly Shoppach to One-Year, $1.35 Million Deal
The Red Sox have reportedly added a veteran backstop. According to Jerry Crasnick, the Sox have signed catcher Kelly Shoppach to a one-year deal with $1.35 million. Shoppach is pretty familiar with the organization, being drafted by the Sox in 2001 and making his major league debut with the team in 2005. Last year with Tampa Bay, he hit .176 with 11 homers and 22 RBIs in 87 games...
Darren Fletcher Takes Leave of Absence From Manchester United for Health Reasons
Darren Fletcher is taking a leave of absence from professional soccer to deal with a chronic health issue. The Manchester United and Scotland midfielder's condition has caused him to miss significant time in recent months, according to Manutd.com. "Over the past year he has had several absence periods which we have attributed to a viral illness in order to respect his right...
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