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  • Soccer player Beckham present his new jersey after a news conference in Paris
    Beckham meets PSG team mates in Valencia Reuters - 1 hr 12 mins ago

    (Reuters) - Former England captain David Beckham has joined up with his new French club Paris St Germain in Valencia where they will play their Champions League last-16 first-leg match on Tuesday, the … More »Beckham meets PSG team mates in Valencia

    Soccer player Beckham present his new jersey after a news conference in Paris

    (Reuters) - Former England captain David Beckham has joined up with his new French club Paris St Germain in Valencia where they will play their Champions League last-16 first-leg match on Tuesday, the Ligue 1 club said. "David Beckham landed at 11:00 am at Valencia airport," the club said on their website (www.psg.fr). …

  • FILE - This July 8, 2007 file photo shows people playing soccer in the mud of the Elbe River near Brunsbuettel, some ten kilometers off the North Sea, northern Germany. Soccer is falling under a cloud of suspicion as never before, sullied by a multibillion-dollar web of match-fixing that is staining increasingly larger parts of the world's most popular sport. (AP Photo/Heribert Proepper, file)
    Soccer faces epic fight against match-fixing AP - 2 hrs 27 mins ago

    ZURICH (AP) — Soccer is falling under a cloud of suspicion as never before, sullied by a multibillion-dollar web of match-fixing that is corrupting increasingly larger parts of the world's most popular … More »Soccer faces epic fight against match-fixing

    FILE - This July 8, 2007 file photo shows people playing soccer in the mud of the Elbe River near Brunsbuettel, some ten kilometers off the North Sea, northern Germany. Soccer is falling under a cloud of suspicion as never before, sullied by a multibillion-dollar web of match-fixing that is staining increasingly larger parts of the world's most popular sport. (AP Photo/Heribert Proepper, file)

    ZURICH (AP) — Soccer is falling under a cloud of suspicion as never before, sullied by a multibillion-dollar web of match-fixing that is corrupting increasingly larger parts of the world's most popular sport.

  • In this Nov. 5, 2012 photo, Croatian soccer player Mario Cizmek is seen at a stadium in Zagreb. Cizmek was sentenced involvement in match fixing. Former player Mario Cizmek was convicted of rigging games in Croatia's first division in 2010. At his trial and in subsequent interviews with The Associated Press, he spoke about the unwritten rules of match-fixing (AP Photo/Darko Bandic)
    Soccer match-fixers choose their targets carefully AP - 2 hrs 43 mins ago

    Mario Cizmek was convicted of rigging games in Croatia's first division in 2010. At his trial and in subsequent interviews with The Associated Press, he spoke about the "unwritten rules" of match-fixi … More »Soccer match-fixers choose their targets carefully

    In this Nov. 5, 2012 photo, Croatian soccer player Mario Cizmek is seen at a stadium in Zagreb. Cizmek was sentenced involvement in match fixing. Former player Mario Cizmek was convicted of rigging games in Croatia's first division in 2010. At his trial and in subsequent interviews with The Associated Press, he spoke about the unwritten rules of match-fixing (AP Photo/Darko Bandic)

    Mario Cizmek was convicted of rigging games in Croatia's first division in 2010. At his trial and in subsequent interviews with The Associated Press, he spoke about the "unwritten rules" of match-fixing:

  • FILE - In this Monday, May 28, 2012 file photo Italian prosecutor Roberto Di Martino talks to the media during a press conference he held in Cremona, Northern Italy. Two years ago, a curious case landed on the desk of Italian prosecutor Roberto Di Martino in the town of Cremona. Five players on the local third-division club Cremonese fell ill after a match against Paganese. One of the sick players got into an auto accident and club management reported the mysterious circumstances to police. (AP Photo/Simone Spada, Lapresse)
    Match-fixing probe keeps Italian prosecutor busy AP - 2 hrs 44 mins ago

    ROME (AP) — Two years ago, a curious case landed on the desk of Italian prosecutor Roberto Di Martino in the town of Cremona. More »Match-fixing probe keeps Italian prosecutor busy

    FILE - In this Monday, May 28, 2012 file photo Italian prosecutor Roberto Di Martino talks to the media during a press conference he held in Cremona, Northern Italy. Two years ago, a curious case landed on the desk of Italian prosecutor Roberto Di Martino in the town of Cremona. Five players on the local third-division club Cremonese fell ill after a match against Paganese. One of the sick players got into an auto accident and club management reported the mysterious circumstances to police. (AP Photo/Simone Spada, Lapresse)

    ROME (AP) — Two years ago, a curious case landed on the desk of Italian prosecutor Roberto Di Martino in the town of Cremona.

  • FILE - In this Monday, Aug. 6, 2012 file photo Amer Hrustanovic of Austria competes against Damian Janikowski of Poland, in blue, during the 84-kg Greco-Roman wrestling competition at the 2012 Summer Olympics, in London. An official familiar with the decision says IOC leaders have dropped wrestling from the program for the 2020 Olympics. In a surprise decision Tuesday Feb. 12, 2013, the official tells The Associated Press that the IOC executive board decided to retain modern pentathlon and remove wrestling instead. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
    AP Source: IOC drops wrestling from 2020 Olympics AP - 2 hrs 51 mins ago

    LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — IOC leaders dropped wrestling from the program for the 2020 Olympics on Tuesday, an official familiar with the decision told The Associated Press. More »AP Source: IOC drops wrestling from 2020 Olympics

    FILE - In this Monday, Aug. 6, 2012 file photo Amer Hrustanovic of Austria competes against Damian Janikowski of Poland, in blue, during the 84-kg Greco-Roman wrestling competition at the 2012 Summer Olympics, in London. An official familiar with the decision says IOC leaders have dropped wrestling from the program for the 2020 Olympics. In a surprise decision Tuesday Feb. 12, 2013, the official tells The Associated Press that the IOC executive board decided to retain modern pentathlon and remove wrestling instead. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)

    LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — IOC leaders dropped wrestling from the program for the 2020 Olympics on Tuesday, an official familiar with the decision told The Associated Press.

  • New Zealand's McCullum plays a shot during the fourth day of second and final test cricket match against Sri Lanka in Colombo
    McCullum, bowlers help NZ level T20 series v England Reuters - 3 hrs ago

    HAMILTON (Reuters) - Captain Brendon McCullum led the way with the bat while his bowlers produced a disciplined display to beat England by 55 runs in the second Twenty20 international at Seddon Park on … More »McCullum, bowlers help NZ level T20 series v England

    New Zealand's McCullum plays a shot during the fourth day of second and final test cricket match against Sri Lanka in Colombo

    HAMILTON (Reuters) - Captain Brendon McCullum led the way with the bat while his bowlers produced a disciplined display to beat England by 55 runs in the second Twenty20 international at Seddon Park on Tuesday and level the three-match series. McCullum had anchored New Zealand's innings to power them to 192 for six with …

  • FILE - In this Saturday, Aug. 11, 2012 file photo Cao Zhongrong of China, left, and Ondrej Polivka of the Czech Republic compete during the fencing section of the men's modern pentathlon at the 2012 Summer Olympics, in London. Removing a sport from the Olympics is one of the IOC's most delicate and sensitive tasks. After months of evaluation, a decision will come next week _ and the century-old competition of modern pentathlon appears the most at risk. The IOC executive board will meet in Lausanne, Switzerland, and announce Tuesday which of the current 26 sports on the Olympic program will be dropped for the 2020 Games. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth, File)
    IOC board meets to decide on dropping 1 sport AP - 4 hrs ago

    LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — IOC leaders met Tuesday to decide which sport to drop from the summer Olympic program, with modern pentathlon the most at risk. More »IOC board meets to decide on dropping 1 sport

    FILE - In this Saturday, Aug. 11, 2012 file photo Cao Zhongrong of China, left, and Ondrej Polivka of the Czech Republic compete during the fencing section of the men's modern pentathlon at the 2012 Summer Olympics, in London. Removing a sport from the Olympics is one of the IOC's most delicate and sensitive tasks. After months of evaluation, a decision will come next week _ and the century-old competition of modern pentathlon appears the most at risk. The IOC executive board will meet in Lausanne, Switzerland, and announce Tuesday which of the current 26 sports on the Olympic program will be dropped for the 2020 Games. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth, File)

    LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — IOC leaders met Tuesday to decide which sport to drop from the summer Olympic program, with modern pentathlon the most at risk.

  • Brooklyn Nets forward Reggie Evans celebrates a tip-in basket in the final 45 seconds of overtime against the Indiana Pacers in an NBA basketball game in Indianapolis, Monday, Feb. 11, 2013. The Nets defeated the Pacers 89-84 in overtime. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
    Without Williams, Nets rally, beat Pacers in OT AP - 5 hrs ago

    INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Brooklyn Nets made it through one game without Deron Williams. More »Without Williams, Nets rally, beat Pacers in OT

    Brooklyn Nets forward Reggie Evans celebrates a tip-in basket in the final 45 seconds of overtime against the Indiana Pacers in an NBA basketball game in Indianapolis, Monday, Feb. 11, 2013. The Nets defeated the Pacers 89-84 in overtime. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

    INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Brooklyn Nets made it through one game without Deron Williams.

  • Honor, a Bichon Frise, and winner of the non-sporting group, is held by handler Lisa Bettis during the Westminster Kennel Club dog show Monday, Feb. 11, 2013, at Madison Square Garden in New York.(AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
    All about ego: Westminster winners walk the walk AP - 5 hrs ago

    NEW YORK (AP) — Banana Joe has this little quirk. The affenpinscher with the monkeylike face shakes his oversized head so hard, he sometimes loses his balance. More »All about ego: Westminster winners walk the walk

    Honor, a Bichon Frise, and winner of the non-sporting group, is held by handler Lisa Bettis during the Westminster Kennel Club dog show Monday, Feb. 11, 2013, at Madison Square Garden in New York.(AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

    NEW YORK (AP) — Banana Joe has this little quirk. The affenpinscher with the monkeylike face shakes his oversized head so hard, he sometimes loses his balance.

  • Michigan coach John Beilein gestures during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Wisconsin on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013, in Madison, Wis. Wisconsin upset Michigan 65-62 in overtime. (AP Photo/Andy Manis)
    Big Ten biggie: No. 8 Mich St hosts No. 4 Michigan AP - 5 hrs ago

    EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — For the first time in the history of the series, Michigan and Michigan State will play each other while ranked among the top 10. More »Big Ten biggie: No. 8 Mich St hosts No. 4 Michigan

    Michigan coach John Beilein gestures during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Wisconsin on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013, in Madison, Wis. Wisconsin upset Michigan 65-62 in overtime. (AP Photo/Andy Manis)

    EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — For the first time in the history of the series, Michigan and Michigan State will play each other while ranked among the top 10.

  • Kansas guard Elijah Johnson (15) celebrates at a timeout during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Kansas State in Lawrence, Kan., Monday, Feb. 11, 2013. Kansas defeated Kansas State 83-62. (AP Photo/Orlin Wagner)
    Jayhawks back to winning ways with rout of K-State AP - 5 hrs ago

    LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Bill Self was the first to acknowledge that folks around Kansas had grown spoiled. More »Jayhawks back to winning ways with rout of K-State

    Kansas guard Elijah Johnson (15) celebrates at a timeout during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Kansas State in Lawrence, Kan., Monday, Feb. 11, 2013. Kansas defeated Kansas State 83-62. (AP Photo/Orlin Wagner)

    LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Bill Self was the first to acknowledge that folks around Kansas had grown spoiled.

  • Atlanta Braves' Bourn leaves the dugout at end of their MLB National League Wild Card playoff baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals in Atlanta
    Big-spending Indians hook free agent Bourn Reuters - 6 hrs ago

    (Reuters) - Big-spending Cleveland Indians continued their bold off-season by acquiring free agent outfielder Michael Bourn, the team said on Monday. Bourn, who was an All Star for the Atlanta Braves last … More »Big-spending Indians hook free agent Bourn

    Atlanta Braves' Bourn leaves the dugout at end of their MLB National League Wild Card playoff baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals in Atlanta

    (Reuters) - Big-spending Cleveland Indians continued their bold off-season by acquiring free agent outfielder Michael Bourn, the team said on Monday. Bourn, who was an All Star for the Atlanta Braves last season, has agreed to a four-year deal worth $48 million, according to local reports, to join the American League pending …

  • Chicago Bulls' Boozer and teammate Deng battle San Antonio Spurs' Bonner for a rebound during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Chicago
    Shorthanded Spurs still too much for Bulls Reuters - 6 hrs ago

    (Reuters) - The San Antonio Spurs took to the court without three of their top scorers to face Chicago on Monday but still had too much fire power for the Bulls, pulling out a 103-89 victory to pick up … More »Shorthanded Spurs still too much for Bulls

    Chicago Bulls' Boozer and teammate Deng battle San Antonio Spurs' Bonner for a rebound during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Chicago

    (Reuters) - The San Antonio Spurs took to the court without three of their top scorers to face Chicago on Monday but still had too much fire power for the Bulls, pulling out a 103-89 victory to pick up their 13th win in 14 games. Tony Parker (knee), Tim Duncan (knee) and Manu Ginobili (hamstring) all sat out for San Antonio, …

  • Maple Leafs goalie Reimer stands while the Canadian national anthem is played as fans hold a giant Canadian flag before his team plays the Flyers in their NHL hockey game in Toronto
    Reimer injury leaves Leafs fans fretting Reuters - 7 hrs ago

    TORONTO (Reuters) - It should have been an almost perfect night for Maple Leafs fans on Monday after a 5-2 win over Philadelphia extended Toronto's unbeaten run to four games but celebrations at the Air … More »Reimer injury leaves Leafs fans fretting

    Maple Leafs goalie Reimer stands while the Canadian national anthem is played as fans hold a giant Canadian flag before his team plays the Flyers in their NHL hockey game in Toronto

    TORONTO (Reuters) - It should have been an almost perfect night for Maple Leafs fans on Monday after a 5-2 win over Philadelphia extended Toronto's unbeaten run to four games but celebrations at the Air Canada Centre were tempered by an injury to netminder James Reimer. In a lockout-shortened season where injuries may prove …

  • FILE - In this July 21, 2012, file photo, Atlanta Braves center fielder Michael Bourn catches a ball off the bat of Washington Nationals' Roger Bernadina during the first inning of the second baseball game of a doubleheader in Washington. Bourn agreed to a four-year, $48 million contract with the Cleveland Indians on Monday, Feb. 11, 2013. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)
    Indians, Bourn agree on 4-year deal AP - 8 hrs ago

    CLEVELAND (AP) — Criticized for not spending enough on free agents in recent years, the Indians splurged on another star. More »Indians, Bourn agree on 4-year deal

    FILE - In this July 21, 2012, file photo, Atlanta Braves center fielder Michael Bourn catches a ball off the bat of Washington Nationals' Roger Bernadina during the first inning of the second baseball game of a doubleheader in Washington. Bourn agreed to a four-year, $48 million contract with the Cleveland Indians on Monday, Feb. 11, 2013. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)

    CLEVELAND (AP) — Criticized for not spending enough on free agents in recent years, the Indians splurged on another star.

  • Boston College forward Johnny Gaudreau pumps his fist as he celebrates his goal against Northeastern goalie Chris Rawlings during the second period of the championship game at the Beanpot college hockey tournament in Boston, Monday, Feb. 11, 2013. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
    BC wins 4th straight Beanpot, 6-3 over N'eastern AP - 8 hrs ago

    BOSTON (AP) — When goalie Parker Milner arrived at Boston College, crosstown rival Boston University was the defending NCAA and Beanpot champion and had earned the area's college hockey bragging rights … More »BC wins 4th straight Beanpot, 6-3 over N'eastern

    Boston College forward Johnny Gaudreau pumps his fist as he celebrates his goal against Northeastern goalie Chris Rawlings during the second period of the championship game at the Beanpot college hockey tournament in Boston, Monday, Feb. 11, 2013. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

    BOSTON (AP) — When goalie Parker Milner arrived at Boston College, crosstown rival Boston University was the defending NCAA and Beanpot champion and had earned the area's college hockey bragging rights in 12 of the previous 15 years.

  • Colton Johnson shows off Swagger, an Old English Sheep Dog, winner of the hearding group, during the Westminster Kennel Club dog show Monday, Feb. 11, 2013, at Madison Square Garden in New York.(AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
    Primping pooches: Do's and don'ts at Westminster AP - 8 hrs ago

    NEW YORK (AP) — Scissors, blow dryers, bobby pins — they're as much a part of the Westminster dog show as commands, crates and treats. More »Primping pooches: Do's and don'ts at Westminster

    Colton Johnson shows off Swagger, an Old English Sheep Dog, winner of the hearding group, during the Westminster Kennel Club dog show Monday, Feb. 11, 2013, at Madison Square Garden in New York.(AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

    NEW YORK (AP) — Scissors, blow dryers, bobby pins — they're as much a part of the Westminster dog show as commands, crates and treats.

  • San Antonio Spurs center Boris Diaw (33) shoots over Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) as forward Luol Deng watches during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Feb. 11, 2013, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
    Short-handed Spurs beat Bulls 103-89 AP - 9 hrs ago

    CHICAGO (AP) — Tim Duncan was dressed in street clothes, with Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili joining him on the bench. San Antonio's three biggest stars got up occasionally to cheer on their teammates, … More »Short-handed Spurs beat Bulls 103-89

    San Antonio Spurs center Boris Diaw (33) shoots over Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) as forward Luol Deng watches during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Feb. 11, 2013, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

    CHICAGO (AP) — Tim Duncan was dressed in street clothes, with Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili joining him on the bench. San Antonio's three biggest stars got up occasionally to cheer on their teammates, but that was the extent of their contribution on Monday.

  • Boston Celtics head coach Doc Rivers, top left, holds the hand of Leandro Barbosa, bottom, as a trainer examines him during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Charlotte Bobcats in Charlotte, N.C., Monday, Feb. 11, 2013. Barbosa left the game. The Bobcats won 94-91. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
    Mullens, Bobcats end Celtics' win streak 94-91 AP - 9 hrs ago

    CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — All in all, Monday proved to be a painful night for the Boston Celtics. More »Mullens, Bobcats end Celtics' win streak 94-91

    Boston Celtics head coach Doc Rivers, top left, holds the hand of Leandro Barbosa, bottom, as a trainer examines him during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Charlotte Bobcats in Charlotte, N.C., Monday, Feb. 11, 2013. Barbosa left the game. The Bobcats won 94-91. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

    CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — All in all, Monday proved to be a painful night for the Boston Celtics.

  • FILE - In this Oct. 27, 2012, file photo, Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland gestures before Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants in Detroit. Leyland arrived at the Tigers' training camp Monday, Feb. 11, 2013, in Lakeland, Fla., exactly 50 years after he first showed up there as a pencil-thin 18-year-old prospect. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)
    Column: 'I had an idea I wasn't going to make it' AP - 10 hrs ago

    Detroit manager Jim Leyland arrived at the Tigers' training camp Monday in Lakeland, Fla., marking 50 seasons since he first showed up there as a pencil-thin 18-year-old prospect. More »Column: 'I had an idea I wasn't going to make it'

    FILE - In this Oct. 27, 2012, file photo, Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland gestures before Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the San Francisco Giants in Detroit. Leyland arrived at the Tigers' training camp Monday, Feb. 11, 2013, in Lakeland, Fla., exactly 50 years after he first showed up there as a pencil-thin 18-year-old prospect. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

    Detroit manager Jim Leyland arrived at the Tigers' training camp Monday in Lakeland, Fla., marking 50 seasons since he first showed up there as a pencil-thin 18-year-old prospect.

  • FILE - In this Nov. 9, 2011 file photo, former Penn State Coach Joe Paterno and his wife, Sue Paterno, stand on their porch to thank supporters gathered outside their home in State College, Pa. Sue Paterno says the family’s detailed response to a critical report on the handling of child abuse allegations against former assistant coach Jerry Sandusky is being released to the public. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)
    Nike co-founder blasts Freeh report AP - 11 hrs ago

    BEAVERTON, Ore. (AP) — Nike co-founder Phil Knight has issued a statement blasting the Freeh report's characterization of Penn State coach Joe Paterno in the child sex abuse scandal involving assistant … More »Nike co-founder blasts Freeh report

    FILE - In this Nov. 9, 2011 file photo, former Penn State Coach Joe Paterno and his wife, Sue Paterno, stand on their porch to thank supporters gathered outside their home in State College, Pa. Sue Paterno says the family’s detailed response to a critical report on the handling of child abuse allegations against former assistant coach Jerry Sandusky is being released to the public. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)

    BEAVERTON, Ore. (AP) — Nike co-founder Phil Knight has issued a statement blasting the Freeh report's characterization of Penn State coach Joe Paterno in the child sex abuse scandal involving assistant coach Jerry Sandusky.

  • Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick watches from the sidelines during their NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Philadelphia
    Vick restructures deal to remain with Philadelphia Eagles Reuters - 14 hrs ago

    (Reuters) - The Philadelphia Eagles' starting quarterback job is up for grabs with Michael Vick taking part in the competition after restructuring his contract in order to remain in Philadelphia, the team … More »Vick restructures deal to remain with Philadelphia Eagles

    Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick watches from the sidelines during their NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Philadelphia

    (Reuters) - The Philadelphia Eagles' starting quarterback job is up for grabs with Michael Vick taking part in the competition after restructuring his contract in order to remain in Philadelphia, the team said on Monday. Vick was due to make $15.5 million this season, a high price tag given his production the last two seasons, …

  • Wisconsin's Ben Brust, top, shoots a 3-point basket against Michigan's Caris LeVert in the final second of regulation to tie the NCAA college basketball game Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013, in Madison, Wis. Wisconsin defeated Michigan 65-62. (AP Photo/Andy Manis)
    Thrilling finishes, upsets fuel Big 10 AP - 14 hrs ago

    The Big Ten may well be the best league in the nation. It has certainly been one of the most fun to watch this season. More »Thrilling finishes, upsets fuel Big 10

    Wisconsin's Ben Brust, top, shoots a 3-point basket against Michigan's Caris LeVert in the final second of regulation to tie the NCAA college basketball game Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013, in Madison, Wis. Wisconsin defeated Michigan 65-62. (AP Photo/Andy Manis)

    The Big Ten may well be the best league in the nation. It has certainly been one of the most fun to watch this season.

  • FILE - In this Nov. 11, 2012 file photo, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick throws a pass against the Dallas Cowboys in the first half of an NFL football game in Philadelphia. Vick, who was slated to earn $16 million next season, has agreed to a restructured deal with the Philadelphia Eagles. Vick, who was injured and inconsistent last season, eventually giving way to rookie Nick Foles, now has a three-year contract, and will compete with Foles to see who runs new coach Chip Kelly's offense this season. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)
    Eagles, QB Vick agree to restructured deal AP - 14 hrs ago

    PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Michael Vick took a significant pay cut to stay with the Philadelphia Eagles and compete for a starting job. More »Eagles, QB Vick agree to restructured deal

    FILE - In this Nov. 11, 2012 file photo, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick throws a pass against the Dallas Cowboys in the first half of an NFL football game in Philadelphia. Vick, who was slated to earn $16 million next season, has agreed to a restructured deal with the Philadelphia Eagles. Vick, who was injured and inconsistent last season, eventually giving way to rookie Nick Foles, now has a three-year contract, and will compete with Foles to see who runs new coach Chip Kelly's offense this season. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)

    PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Michael Vick took a significant pay cut to stay with the Philadelphia Eagles and compete for a starting job.

  • United States' Ted Ligety reacts after the slalom portion of the men's super-combined at the Alpine skiing world championships in Schladming, Austria, Monday, Feb. 11, 2013. (AP Photo/Kerstin Joensson)
    American Ligety wins second gold medal of worlds AP - 15 hrs ago

    SCHLADMING, Austria (AP) — Ted Ligety is no longer just a giant slalom specialist. By winning gold medals in super-G and super-combined at the world championships, the American has shown he's an all-around … More »American Ligety wins second gold medal of worlds

    United States' Ted Ligety reacts after the slalom portion of the men's super-combined at the Alpine skiing world championships in Schladming, Austria, Monday, Feb. 11, 2013. (AP Photo/Kerstin Joensson)

    SCHLADMING, Austria (AP) — Ted Ligety is no longer just a giant slalom specialist. By winning gold medals in super-G and super-combined at the world championships, the American has shown he's an all-around threat with the 2014 Sochi Olympics exactly a year away.

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