Joe Buck turns to comedy for new HBO show - USA Today

Joe Buck turns to comedy for new HBO show - USA Today
Joe Buck says his wife Ann is his "biggest fan." And her advice, he says, "is the thing that will pop into my mind when I walk out there" to make his comedic TV debut tonight. "She said, 'Don't try to be too funny.' " Now there's a vote of confidence

GM: Surgery Idled Lidstrom for Playoffs - Myfoxla.com
DETROIT - The general manager of the Detroit Red Wings says captain Nicklas Lidstrom missed the last two games of the conference finals because of surgery. Ken Holland told The Associated Press on Sunday the operation was May 24, although he would

Tuesday's TV highlights - Los Angeles Times
For TV channel questions and availability please contact your cable or satellite provider; Note: Times may be different for satellite TV users; consult your guide. (TV-television; R-radio). TV INDEX : FSC-Fox Soccer Channel; FS West-Fox Sports West

Megan Fox Sports Thigh-High Style - ETOnline.com
Actress Megan Fox showed a lot of leg while posing alongside her 'Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen' costar Shia LaBeouf and the film's director Michael Bay . The sultry actress was attending the movie's German premiere in Berlin

Dan Patrick's radio can become made-for-TV - USA Today
There's efficiency in simulcasting radio shows on TV: You're not letting much go to waste. The problem can be that radio on TV, while it might have an interesting sound track, might not be all that exciting to watch. But Dan Patrick, who syndicated

109TH U.S. OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP - FOXSports.com

109TH U.S. OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP - FOXSports.com
When: Thursday through next Sunday. Where: Bethpage State Park (Black Course), Farmingdale, N.Y. TV: Thursday and Friday - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., ESPN; 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., NBC; 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., ESPN. Saturday - 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., NBC. Sunday - 12:30 p.m. to

Post details: "Outside the Lines" seemed slanted - Lincoln Journal Star
Right out of the gate, we received an indication of ESPN's slant when Ley, the program's host, pronounced, "Today on Outside the Lines, the secrets of the Nebraska wrestling program." Secrets? Also, at the show's outset, Ley predictably went straight

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BROOKLYN, Mich. -- Mark Martin saved just enough gas to hang on for victory Sunday in the NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Michigan International Speedway. Jimmie Johnson dominated most of the LifeLock 400 and took the lead from Greg Biffle six laps from

Lawal will remain at Tech; withdraw from NBA Draft - Atlanta Journal Constitution
Gani Lawal is coming back to Georgia Tech for his junior year. After working out for several NBA teams, the 6-9 forward has decided to pull his name out of the June 25 draft. “I was happy either way but if this is what he feels is best, then this

Jets' Ryan unapologetic about talk - ESPN.com

Jets' Ryan unapologetic about talk - ESPN.com
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Rex Ryan realizes anything he says might end up on another's team's bulletin board. Even in June, with the season still months away. And, quite frankly, the New York Jets coach couldn't care less. "It is fun to ruffle some

Report: WJFK Flipping To Sports? - Radio Ink
WASHINGTON -- June 10, 2009: CBS Radio's Talk WJFK/Washington will go Sports in July, the Washington Post said Tuesday . A new Sports outlet would go head-to-head with Red Zebra's crosstown WTEM (ESPN 980). Red Zebra's Bruce Gilbert told the paper he

Mike North, wife bounced from Webio - Chicago Sun-Times
Chicagosportswebio.com, the fledgling online alternative to sports-talk radio, is in upheaval after the firing Friday of Mike North, the former WSCR-AM (670) host and one of the driving forces behind the new Internet site. North said David Hernandez

NBA finals redemption close for LA's Gasol, Odom - San Jose Mercury News

NBA finals redemption close for LA's Gasol, Odom - San Jose Mercury News
ORLANDO, Fla.—One more victory in the NBA finals and maybe Pau Gasol can finally shed the 'soft' label. He's already won over a former critic: his coach. Phil Jackson wasn't sure Gasol was the kind of player who could help him win a championship

Damion James to Return to Texas Longhorns for Senior Season, Puts NBA - Transworld News
Damion James has said he has pulled his name from the 2009 NBA Draft and will return for his senior season at Texas after learning he wasn’t a lock as a first-round pick. James had until June 25 to withdraw his name from the 2009 NBA Draft but

The Top 15 NBA Championship-Causing Trades of All Time - Bleacherreport.com
Trades are one of the main ingredients in constructing a NBA championship team. For example, if the Detroit Pistons had not traded for Ben Wallace in the summer of 2000, they might not have captured a title in 2004. Wallace's tough defensive presence

FOX Sports Net picks up OSU-Cincy football rematch kickoff at 3:45 - Oregonian

FOX Sports Net picks up OSU-Cincy football rematch kickoff at 3:45 - Oregonian
TUESDAY in the "There is a God'' department, we learn that we can at least make deadline on the Oregon State-Cincinnati football game, which is being picked up by Fox Sports Net with a 3:45 p.m. kickoff schedule. Here is the release from OSU's

Sports helps Ten reach digital goal - Variety
SYDNEY -- It has been well over a year since Oz loosened its restrictive media laws to allow commercial free-to-air webs to launch digital terrestrial channels, but so far only one broadcaster has taken up the challenge. Network Ten's digital 24-hour

DeJesus home run in 11th inning lifts Panthers into state championship - Lufkin Daily News
ROUND ROCK — After waiting 15 years for a return trip to the state championship, the Lufkin Panthers proved they belong among the state's elite by going toe-to-toe with the Pearland Oilers for 11 nailbiting innings. Thanks to Luis DeJesus, the

Hot air: New view of Buck - Dallas Morning News
Joe Buck, the lead voice of Fox Sports, slips over to HBO on Monday at 8 p.m. to debut his new quarterly show. After probably spending millions on research and viewer reaction, HBO has decided to call it Joe Buck Live . In essence, The Buck show

Boone alum Fox gets GA job at Bryant - Johnson City Press
Boone alum Fox gets GA job at Bryant By Trey Williams Press Sports Writer twilliams@johnsoncitypress.com Printer-friendly version Email Article It didn’t take Ben Fox’s coaching career long to commence. The 2005 Daniel Boone valedictorian got an

ESPN - ESPN.com

ESPN - ESPN.com
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. -- There are times Galen Rupp looks as if he's toying with opponents. After running patiently next to two other leaders in the 10,000 meters Thursday night, Rupp pulled away with a devastating finish to win the national title. He

NESN has a nice view - FOXSports.com
The Red Sox have a knack for putting together a rally when they need one. Apparently, the same applies to the network that carries their games. After a slow start this season, NESN's ratings for Red Sox telecasts are again approaching their usual

Setanta's ESPN hopes are dashed - TEAMtalk
ESPN have ruled out any purchase of the troubled firm, whose fate should be decided within the next few days, but could be interested in acquiring the rights to several sports if Setanta goes into administration. An ESPN spokesman confirmed: "We

ESPN STAR to telecast Conf Cup LIVE - espnstar.com
The eighth edition of the prestigious FIFA Confederations Cup will be telecast live by ESPN STAR Sports from Sunday. The tournament gets underway in South Africa and will feature 16 matches. The eight teams participating in this year's tournament are

Tech's Rolle, Gibson opt out of draft - Shreveport Times

Tech's Rolle, Gibson opt out of draft - Shreveport Times
Louisiana Tech men's hoops fans apparently got a big boost on Wednesday when juniors Magnum Rolle and Kyle Gibson gave up their flirtation with the 2009 NBA Draft. That means the high-scoring duo will be back in a Bulldog this fall, assuming they

Serving the communities of: - Livingston Parish News
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Iowa Scene: Arrest warrants issued for two former Iowa football - Des Moines Register

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Reno Shuts Out Portland, 3-0 - OurSports Central

Reno Shuts Out Portland, 3-0 - OurSports Central
PORTLAND, Ore.- Yusmeiro Petit and Cesar Valdez combined on a six-hit shutout Monday night, lifting the Reno Aces to a 3-0 victory over the Portland Beavers at PGE Park. Petit, making a Major League rehab start, allowed just a hit before giving way

Sports Briefly: Sports information directors honor Brando with Wade - Shreveport Times

Sports Briefly: Sports information directors honor Brando with Wade - Shreveport Times
Shreveport's Tim Brando, a veteran television sports announcer and radio personality, has been selected by the membership of the College Sports Information Directors of America as the 2009 winner of the Jake Wade Award. The Jake Wade Award is

Chalk: Mid-year resolution - more CNN and less ESPN - Midland Daily News
You may know me as a sports writer, but the fact is I’m just as much of a fan as a writer. Whether it’s sports talk radio or the sports section, I’ve got to get my daily fix of sports. The Detroit scene: Are the Tigers for real this year? Is

The Score Strikes Deal With UEFA European Under-21 Championship - CNW Group
Heineken Canada joins The Score in bringing exciting line-up of prime-time coverage to fans across Canada from June 15th - 29th TORONTO, June 9 /CNW/ - Score Media Inc. (TSX: SCR) today announced that it has won the Canadian broadcasting rights for

Alabama and Florida: The Issue of Tradition - Bleacherreport.com
University of Alabama football, of course. The discussion begins with the usual subjects—NCAA violations, Alabama’s superiority over in-state rival Auburn (and any other sports program in the history of the world), the eventual sainthood of Nick

WSCR has its eye on FM dial - Beacon News

WSCR has its eye on FM dial - Beacon News
Within 30 days, sports-talk WSCR-AM (670) expects to be simulcasting on one of adult hits WJMK-FM's (104.3) three HD frequencies, according to CBS Radio Market Manager Rod Zimmerman. Both WSCR, the radio home of the White Sox, and WJMK are CBS Radio

Longhorns in good hands with relief pitcher Wood - News 8 Austin
Monday, the University of Texas baseball team plays TCU with a trip to the College World Series on the line. The Horns have been in good hands most of the season when relief pitcher Austin Wood is on the mound. Wood is a senior, a fan favorite on the

Red Sox not half-bad - Boston Herald
Tomorrrow night the first-place Yankees arrive at Fenway Park clinging to a half-game lead over the Sox, a team that has been fretted about by its loyal legions, talk-show callers and local pontificators for a number of alleged shortcomings for weeks

Audio: Kevin Pritchard on Sports Business Radio - Oregonian
If you haven't heard it already, Kevin Pritchard joined Brian Berger on Sports Business Radio to talk about this past season, the upcoming NBA Draft , free agency, Greg Oden and Jerryd Bayless working out and more. Definitely worth your listen. A few

Hartselle's Bole named ASWA's Mr. Baseball - Birmingham News

Hartselle's Bole named ASWA's Mr. Baseball - Birmingham News
It wasn't the kind of start Luke Bole envisioned for his senior year at Hartselle. The Class 5A Tigers began the season with a big win over defending Class 6A champion Hoover before dropping three of their next four games, including a 16-0

Bob Hemond is one of the co-owners of the Hannibal Cavemen. His family - Quincy Herald-Whig
Family patriarch Roland Hemond has been affiliated with Major League Baseball for more than 50 years. He twice was the Sporting News Executive of the Year while serving as the general manager for the Chicago White Sox (1970-85) and Baltimore Orioles

4 baseball Bears earn MVC Scholar-Athlete honors - News-Leader.com
A school record-tying four Missouri State baseball Bears were named to the Missouri Valley Scholar-Athlete first team Monday. Seniors Brayden Drake and Chris Playter and juniors Buddy Baumann and Ben Carlson were among 17 student-athletes selected in

From the Kentucky Kernel to Tuesday's MLB draft, pitching prospect - Edmonton Sun

From the Kentucky Kernel to Tuesday's MLB draft, pitching prospect - Edmonton Sun
When James Paxton was in Grade 11, he earned British Columbia Premier club honours for the North Delta Blue Jays. Paxton was a big dog at Mackie Park, just the way Jeff Francis and Justin Morneau were as high-schoolers. And now, the lefty with the

TexAgs Adds Lopez - KBTX.com

TexAgs Adds Lopez - KBTX.com
COLLEGE STATION, Texas - TexAgs.com is pleased to announce the addition of acclaimed writer and author John P. Lopez as a featured columnist. Lopez will produce a weekly column for Billy Liucci’s TexAgs Premium, a branch of the site devoted to paid

Suns in no hurry to move Amar'e - CNN Sports Illustrated
Forward Amar'e Stoudemire had his All-Star season cut short by an eye injury. This looks bad, the way Amar'e Stoudemire is window shopping himself around the league. In an interview with a Washington radio station, he put his chances at being a Sun

Dan McNeil returning to The Score radio with 'Danny Mac Show' - Chicago Sun-Times
Dan McNeil, considered by many observers to be one of Chicago’s — and the nation’s — best radio sports talkers, is returning to CBS Radio’s sports/talk WSCR-AM (670). Starting June 15, McNeil will be the solo host of the new “Danny Mac

T.O.: Just a regular guy - Philiy.com
Seems as if the good people of Buffalo aren't so good after all. Buffaloans (Buffalonians? Buffaloers? Buffalites?) rolled out the red carpet when Terrell Owens signed with the Bills. Now some of them are trying to roll it back up before he gets too

Fox Soccer Report - FOXSports.com

Fox Soccer Report - FOXSports.com
The Fox Soccer Report brings you the best soccer news and analysis from across the globe seven nights a week. Formerly the Fox Sports World Report this award-winning show is Fox Soccer Channel and Fox Sports World Canada's exclusive global soccer

Fighting spirit a balm for beaten town - Detroit Free Press
Downtown Detroit will have a celebration soon. There will most likely be a Red Wings championship parade in the next week or so, with a subsequent rally at Hart Plaza, and chances are the new mayor won't receive the same derisive greeting as his

Fox Sports chief: 'Digger' not to blame for NASCAR ratings dip - USA Today
When it comes to the sport's declining TV ratings, Fox Sports chairman David Hill thinks some NASCAR executives are trying to make a mountain of a molehill. Or, in this case, a gopher hole. With NASCAR having solicited opinions from drivers and team

Morning Bytes: Sports' most annoying people - Philiy.com

Morning Bytes: Sports' most annoying people - Philiy.com
Annoyance, of course, is subjective. You, for instance, might enjoy watching Paul Pierce, while I harbor a fervent hope that Shaquille O'Neal will one day swallow him whole. By annoying, I mean anyone who (a) tries to look like Pat Riley, (b) wears a

Local radio station finalizes deal to air Dodgers games - Las Vegas Review Journal
Tom Humm grew up in Las Vegas listening with his father to legendary announcer Vin Scully call Los Angeles Dodgers games on the radio. This season, for the first time in more than 40 years here, Dodgers games haven't been broadcast on the radio in

It's radios, not PCs, for Radio 2000 sports fans - Biz Community
Radio 2000's website has been undergoing site maintenance and upgrade since Tuesday, 2 June 2009 and will not be able to host any live audio streaming, the station announced yesterday Wednesday, 3 June 2009. The station wishes to apologise to all its

Creamer Tile takes Madera National Little League baseball minors title - Madera Tribune

Creamer Tile takes Madera National Little League baseball minors title - Madera Tribune
The Creamer Ceramic Tile Co. baseball team won the 2009 Madera National Little League minors AAA championship game with a 10-0 win Saturday over Stellar Distributing at the Lions' Town and Country Park. Photo by: Manuel Guillen After falling eight

Cubs' bullpen blows great effort by Randy Wells in 6-5 loss to Braves - Chicago Sun-Times
ATLANTA -- It's becoming clearer as this wayward Cubs season heads into June that the recurring problems for this team have less to do with the depth guys stepping up than they do with the established guys taking the helm -- if not responsibility

MLB personalities weigh in on hockey - Major League Baseball
PITTSBURGH -- Hockey-mania has taken over the cities of Detroit and Pittsburgh, where, for the second consecutive year, both cities are vying for the Stanley Cup. After Tuesday's Game 3 in Pittsburgh, the Red Wings lead the Penguins, two games to one

County honors its gems from baseball diamond - HometownAnnapolis.com
The top senior baseball players from the county will be honored Sunday, and three of them will walk away with large parting gifts. The Friends of Joe Cannon will host the 18th Annual Scholar-Athlete Awards Banquet at 6 p.m. Sunday at Michael's 8th

Local library hosts event featuring regional authors - Norristown Times Herald

Local library hosts event featuring regional authors - Norristown Times Herald
NORRISTOWN — From a sports talk-show host to a dog trainer, it’s an eclectic bunch of authors set to entertain and enlighten crowds at the Library Summer Festival on June 4. ESPN’s Mike Missanelli (“The Perfect Season”), Jerry Spinelli

ESPN - ESPN.com
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- One of the primary issues Jeremy Mayfield 's attorneys are using to get their suspended client back on the track would not hold up in the National Football League or the Olympics. Attorney John Buric argued in a Mecklenburg [N.C

FSU's rout grabs spotlight - News-Press
TALLAHASSEE - Dick Howser Stadium was empty on Monday afternoon, but the echoes from the day before - the distinctive pings of the aluminum bat, the screen-rattling doubles, the 37 pairs of cleats that touched home plate - still seemed to be

Michigan State's Goran Suton a potential NBA draft selection - Detroit Free Press

Michigan State's Goran Suton a potential NBA draft selection - Detroit Free Press
Michigan State big man Goran Suton raised his NBA draft stock with his performance in the NCAA tournament, but his absence from recent predraft showcases means he'll have to perform well in individual workouts leading up to the June 25 draft. "He had

NBA FINALS: Kobe embraces team concept - Chicago Sun-Times
LOS ANGELES -- Lakers star Kobe Bryant is staring down the prospect of sharing the court with Superman again. Only this time, it's Dwight Howard and not Shaquille O'Neal who's wearing the cape that Bryant wants to tug on. Bryant will be trying to win

Mills keeping name in NBA draft - Associated Press
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Patty Mills is prepared to test his talent in the NBA. The Australian Olympic star and point guard from Saint Mary's College said Monday he will forgo his final two years of college eligibility and keep his name in the NBA

Obama Taps Hispanic Judge for Top Court - AOL

Obama Taps Hispanic Judge for Top Court - AOL
WASHINGTON (May 26) - Reaching for history, President Barack Obama on Tuesday chose federal appeals judge Sonia Sotomayor to be the first Hispanic justice on the Supreme Court, championing her as a compassionate, seasoned jurist whose against-the

On Baseball: Making a pitch to return - The Washington Times
There are all sorts of reasons why baseball shouldn't return to the Olympic Games. Harvey Schiller, though, has an answer for each of them. And if the president of the International Baseball Federation has his way, America's pastime again will be a