LATEST STORIES FROM NEW YORK TIMES SPORTS

The Quad: Schiano Set to Depart for N.F.L. Job in Tampa

Rutgers Coach Greg Schiano is expected to be named Tampa Bay's coach Thursday afternoon.
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January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

Bats: Franco Named to Mets Hall of Fame

The former closer John Franco, a Brooklyn native and childhood fan of the Mets, will become the 26th member of their Hall of Fame.
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January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

The Fifth Down: Bucs Considering Rutgers's Schiano

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are said to be close to hiring Rutgers Coach Greg Schiano.
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January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

McIlroy Outduels Woods and Shares Lead in Dubai

Rory McIlroy, opening his season, fired a three-under 67 while playing with Tiger Woods, who struggled on the greens but shot a 70.
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January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

Canadian Sport Juggernaut Needs Winning Teams

Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment is Canada’s largest sports empire, but there is discontent about its high ticket prices and lackluster teams.
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January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

U.S. Women’s Soccer Team Must Beat Costa Rica to Make Olympics

The United States women’s soccer team could provide a riveting story line at the 2012 London Olympics, but it must first defeat Costa Rica in the qualifying tournament.
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January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

Leading Off: Intense Tennis for Insomniacs

Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer faced each other at the Australian Open (Nadal won) in a rivalry that shows no signs of fading.
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January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

The Fifth Down: Tough Super Bowl for Ryan and Jets

In a list of the biggest losers of this Super Bowl matchup, Rex Ryan may be No. 1.
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January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

Nadal Defeats Federer, Again, to Move to Australian Open Final

In four sets, Rafael Nadal extended his career edge over his archrival, Roger Federer, to move to the men’s final at the Australian Open.
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January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

Nadal Beats Federer in Australian Open Semifinal

Rafael Nadal beat Roger Federer in four thrilling sets in an Australian Open semifinal Thursday night, playing with the intensity normally reserved for Grand Slam finals.
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January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

Bats: Tigers' Infield Defense Could Be Brutal

Miguel Cabrera is set to slide over to third base for the Tigers to make room for Prince Fielder. The pair of poor defenders could be a liability while in the field.
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January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

The Fifth Down: Mike Mayock's Top 5 at Every Position for 2012 Draft

The draft is three months away, and the NFL Network analyst Mike Mayock has unveiled his opening rankings.
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January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

The Fifth Down: Day 3 at Senior Bowl, Risers and Fallers

Boise State running back Doug Martin was the only back on either roster that looked good in every facet of the position in practice.
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January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

Goal: Ream Completes Transfer to Bolton

Red Bulls defender Tim Ream is now a member of Bolton Wanderers of England's Premier League.
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January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

Practical Traveler: The Super Bowl Sunday Travel Plan

On Super Bowl Sunday, smart travelers know they can find seats in hard-to-get-into restaurants, ski down empty slopes and zip through Disney World without the usual lines.
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January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

Straight Sets: Bryan Brothers Advance to Men's Doubles Final

Mike and Bob Bryan of the United States defeated Robert Lindstedt of Sweden and Horia Tecau of Romania to earn a chance at a sixth Australian Open doubles crown.
Via New York Times Sports
January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

Azarenka Beats Clijsters to Reach Australian Final

The Australian Open has been a breakthrough tournament for Victoria Azarenka, the No. 3 seed, who reached the final by beating the defending champion, Kim Clijsters.
Via New York Times Sports
January 26, 2012  |  Discuss

United States 1, Panama 0: United States National Team Beats Panama, 1-0

Graham Zusi, who played his first game for the U.S. national team last week, scored the only goal in a victory in Panama.
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January 25, 2012  |  Discuss

Roundup: Milwaukee’s Braun Will Skip Team’s Fan Festival

Ryan Braun awaits a decision of his appeal of a 50-game suspension under baseball’s drug policy.
Via New York Times Sports
January 25, 2012  |  Discuss

U.S. Goalkeeper May Miss Critical Olympic Qualifier

Goalkeeper Hope Solo has a leg injury that could keep her out of the game that determines whether the United States women’s national team goes to the Olympics.
Via New York Times Sports
January 25, 2012  |  Discuss

Europe’s Top Soccer Clubs Face Major Debt Issues

Europe’s top clubs lost more than $2 billion in 2010, and their debts are rising despite the imminent arrival of sanctions for overspending, accounts from 665 clubs showed
Via New York Times Sports
January 25, 2012  |  Discuss

Snowboarder Seth Wescott Done for the Season

Seth Wescott, a two-time Olympic gold medalist in snowboardcross, is out for the season after surgery to reattach a torn pectoral muscle to the bone in his upper arm.
Via New York Times Sports
January 25, 2012  |  Discuss

Liverpool Reaches League Cup Final With 2-2 Tie

Craig Bellamy scored in the 74th minute, and Liverpool advanced to the English League Cup final with a 2-2 tie against visiting Manchester City on Wednesday and a 3-2 aggregate win.
Via New York Times Sports
January 25, 2012  |  Discuss

Sports Briefing | College Sports: Auburn to Replace Oaks if They Die

Auburn’s president, Jay Gogue, has accepted a committee’s recommendation to move at least one large tree to the site where Auburn fans have long celebrated victories, a university spokesman said.
Via New York Times Sports
January 25, 2012  |  Discuss

Penguins’ Neal Replaces Ovechkin for All-Star Game

Pittsburgh Penguins forward James Neal will replace Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin in the N.H.L. All-Star Game on Sunday.
Via New York Times Sports
January 25, 2012  |  Discuss
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