National Sports Line
The Editor on April 20th, 2008
Win isn't nearly enough of statement for Texas
Texas blows their shot. Yes, the Longhorns beat Ohio State in thrilling fashion, but Texas falls short of proving its case for a split national championship in its 24-21 comeback victory in the Fiesta Bowl. Mike Freeman is far from impressed.
If Harvin's running on all cylinders, watch out
It's not too much to ask. Will Percy Harvin be 100 percent in the title game? If Florida's injury-plagued speedster is fully healthy, Dennis Dodd says Oklahoma better be prepared to do a lot of running.
Denver off to best start since '76-77
Carmelo Anthony scored 21 points and had a season-high nine assists despite suffering a 'probable' fracture in his right hand in the Denver Nuggets' 135-115 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Monday night.
Steelers' Harrison is defensive player of year
James Harrison, the best player on the NFL's best defense, has won the Associated Press 2008 Defensive Player of the Year award.
Paper says Burrell close to signing with Rays
The Tampa Bay Rays added a big bat for the middle of their batting order, agreeing to a $16 million, two-year contract with Pat Burrell
Source: Twins owner Pohlad dies at 93
Carl Pohlad, a billionaire banker whose Minnesota Twins won two World Series titles during nearly his nearly quarter-century as owner, died Monday. He was 93.
Jets to interview Cards assistant Grimm
The New York Jets will interview Cardinals offensive line coach Russ Grimm on Thursday in Arizona about their coaching vacancy, a person familiar with the search told the Associated Press on Monday.
BC quiet regarding Jagodzinski
Jeff Jagodzinski of Boston College has been invited to interview for the New York Jets' coaching job, a BC official told the Associated Press on Monday, and the school has reportedly threatened to fire him if he goes through with it.
Ratto
Carefree college days. Unless you're an athlete, told where to transfer. Or a coach who can't follow the time-honored tradition of looking to move up while at your old job. But no sympathy for the adults, Ray Ratto says.
Unbeaten Pitt takes top spot from Carolina
Pittsburgh is No. 1 in the Associated Press' college basketball poll for the first time.
Angels' Scioscia agrees in principle to extension
Manager Mike Scioscia and the Los Angeles Angels have agreed in principle on a multiyear contract extension.
Harangody explodes for 31
Luke Harangody had 31 points and 11 rebounds and No. 13 Notre Dame shot 45 percent against No. 9 Georgetown in a 73-67 victory Monday night that ended a five-game losing streak to the Hoyas.
Report: Phillies' Romero to be suspended 50 games
Phillies reliever J.C. Romero will be suspended for the first 50 games of next season after testing positive for a banned supplement, ESPN.com reported Monday night.
Patriots to franchise QB Cassel, paper says
The New England Patriots plan to put the franchise tag on quarterback Matt Cassel, according to a published report.
Chiefs, Pioli talk
Scott Pioli, who helped build the New England Patriots' dynasty, may have a second suitor among teams looking for general managers.
N.Y. back in Atlantic lead
Henrik Lundqvist became the fifth NHL goalie to start a career with four 20-win seasons, and the New York Rangers turned their struggling power play into a plus in a 4-0 victory against the slumping Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday night.
Williams to be Yale's first black coach
Jacksonville Jaguars assistant Tom Williams has been hired at Yale, becoming the first black head football coach at the Ivy League school.
Wizards mock LeBron's 'crab'
Add LeBron James' 'crab dribble' to the lengthy list of talking points in the Cavaliers-Wizards rivalry.
Coach says Wizards' Arenas shows progress
Washington Wizards interim coach Ed Tapscott said Gilbert Arenas is showing 'signs of progress' as he works to return from knee surgery.
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