League unhappy penalty reversed in Lions’ playoff loss
(Reuters) – The NFL would have preferred officials stuck with an initial pass interference penalty instead of reversing the call in a controversial decision that cast a shadow over Sunday’s playoff game between Dallas and Detroit.
Two young American ski racers die in Austrian avalanche: USSA
VIENNA (Reuters) – Two young ski racers training with the U.S. development-level ski team were killed in an avalanche in the Austrian Alps on Monday, the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA) said on its website.
Stadium plan indicates NFL’s Rams may return to Los Angeles
(Reuters) – The owner of the St. Louis Rams reportedly plans to build a stadium in suburban Los Angeles, which could signal the team’s return to Southern California, but the NFL said on Monday it wants franchises that are strong in their current market…
Randy Johnson could lead large class into Hall of Fame
(Reuters) – The doors to Cooperstown could swing open to another large class of baseball greats as pitchers Randy Johnson and Pedro Martinez top a slew of candidates awaiting Hall of Fame voting results to be announced on Tuesday.
Carolina Panthers coach’s home damaged in fire; no one hurt
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (Reuters) – Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera and his family escaped unharmed from a fire that caused major damage to their large, two-story home in Charlotte early on Monday, a fire official said.
New Orleans Saints linebacker arrested for domestic battery
NEW ORLEANS (Reuters) – New Orleans Saints linebacker Junior Galette was arrested on Monday on a misdemeanor charge of domestic battery involving a woman at his home in a New Orleans suburb, police said.
Cycling-Wiggins extends Sky deal and targets Paris: Roubaix
LONDON (Reuters) – Bradley Wiggins has extended his contract with Team Sky to the end of April as the former Tour de France winner bids to close out his road cycling career with victory in the Paris-Roubaix one-day classic.
Playoffs showcase need for elite quarterback
(Reuters) – Quarterback is the most important position on the gridiron and that widespread belief was once again made abundantly clear in the opening round of the playoffs, setting the stage for a mouthwatering slate of divisional round games.
Azarenka loses comeback match at Brisbane International
BRISBANE (Reuters) – The decibel readings were not needed for Victoria Azarenka on Monday as the groans from the crowd at the Brisbane International almost drowned out her trademark shrieks.
Murray sizzles in scorching Perth
(Reuters) – Andy Murray continued his strong build-up in his quest for a maiden Australian Open title with a comfortable victory over Frenchman Benoit Paire in the Hopman Cup mixed-team event in Perth on Monday.
