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Bobby Valentine to Be Named Boston Red Sox Manager
Bobby Valentine will be the new Boston Red Sox manager, as soon as the two sides get the contract worked out. The 61-year-old former Rangers and Mets skippper has a career record of 1,117–1,072 as a manager, but he hasn't managed in the US since 2002.
Valentine found success in Japan where in 2005 he guided the Chiba Lotte Marines to their first Japan Series title in 31 years.
‘Straight Ringers’ Can’t Play Baseball, Says Gay Softball Series Before Getting Sued
Three players were disqualified from the 2008 Gay Softball World Series and denied them their earned second-place trophy after the league suspected they were straight. Now, after suing the organization, they're taking home an undisclosed sum as part of a settlement and will also be given their trophy.
Live From the Football Field, It’s Nick Novak Peeing on the Sidelines [VIDEO]
Late in the 4th quarter is often the kicker's time to shine, but as San Diego Chargers' kicker Nick Novak realized, if nature calls during that time you have to answer.
As Novak prepared for a potential game-winning kick during Sunday's game, he was caught by a live CBS feed on the sidelines relieving himself.
NBA Lockout Is Over! Owners and Players Finally Reach a Compromise
After a 149-day lockout, NBA owners and players agreed to a tentative new collective bargaining agreement that will salvage a 66-game season. Both sides appear to have compromised in order to avoid canceling the season for the first time in NBA history.
Ryan Braun Becomes a National League MVP Winner
The Baseball Writers' Association of America voted Milwaukee Brewers' outfielder Ryan Braun National League MVP. He edged out Los Angeles Dodger Matt Kemp after lifting the club to the Central Division title, and Braun's teammate, pending free agent Prince Fielder, finished third.
Justin Verlander Takes Home American League MVP Honors
Detroit Tigers' pitcher Justin Verlander, just days removed from winning the American League Cy Young Award, was named the American League MVP.
Seattle Mariners Outfielder Greg Halman Stabbed to Death in the Netherlands
Seattle Mariners outfielder Greg Halman, 24, was stabbed to death in his native Netherlands early Monday morning.
His 22-year-old brother is the primary suspect, according to reports. No charges have been filed yet.
Months of Rehab Finally Brings Penguins Sidney Crosby Back on the Ice
After almost a year after recovering from concussion-like symptoms, Pittsburgh Penguins' star Sidney Crosby will reportedly return to the ice on Monday against the New York Islanders. While no one hit knocked Crosby out, he suffered severe blows to the head last January that sidelined the 2007 MVP ever since.
Oklahoma State Women’s Basketball Coach Kurt Budke Killed in Plane Crash
Oklahoma State, which dealt with the tragic deaths of 10 people in a 2001 plane crash, including some men's basketball players, is reeling from another crash that took the lives of women's basketball coach Kurt Budke and an assistant coach, Miranda Serna.
Los Angeles Dodgers Ace Clayton Kershaw Wins National League Cy Young Award
Los Angeles Dodgers star Clayton Kershaw sailed to an easy Cy Young Award victory after winning the National League pitching triple crown this past season.