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NHL: In this year's play-offs there is no place like home

LOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 23: Jonathan Quick #32 of the Los Angeles Kings looks for the puck during a 3-0 shutout win over the San Jose Sharks in Game Five of the Western Conference Semifinals during the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Staples Center on May 23, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. Harry How/Getty Images/AFP== FOR NEWSPAPERS, INTERNET, TELCOS & TELEVISION USE ONLY == *** Local Caption *** 186736-01-09.jpg

Contrary to past years, teams in this season's NHL play-offs have turned their home-ice into fortresses, writes Gregg Patton. Read Article NHL: In this year's play-offs there is no place like home

NHL: High salaries can lead to a bigger cost in failure

FILE - In this March 10, 2013, file photo, New York Rangers center Brad Richards looks on during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Washington Capitals in Washington. The struggling center says he will be a healthy scratch Thursday night as New York faces elimination in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals of the NHL's Stanley Cup playoffs against the Boston Bruins. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File) *** Local Caption *** Rangers Richards Scratched Hockey.JPEG-0d3a9.jpg

Ice hockey's Brad Richards became the latest, well-compensated sports figure to pay the price that often comes with a high salary - public humiliation. Read Article NHL: High salaries can lead to a bigger cost in failure

NBA: LeBron James saves Miami Heat in last-gasp win over Indiana Pacers

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MVP scores 30 points in 103-102 win in Game 1 of Eastern Conference finals. Read Article NBA: LeBron James saves Miami Heat in last-gasp win over Indiana Pacers

NHL: Pittsburgh Penguins on brink of Eastern Conference finals

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Ottawa Senators beaten 7-3 as the Pens take a 3-1 series lead. Vancouver Canucks sack coach. Read Article NHL: Pittsburgh Penguins on brink of Eastern Conference finals

NHL: Boston Bruins lead New York Rangers 3-0 in play-off series

Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist makes 32 saves but it is still not enough to stave off defeat. Read Article NHL: Boston Bruins lead New York Rangers 3-0 in play-off series

NBA: Tim Duncan lauds resilience of San Antonio Spurs

In other news, Tony Parker gets a threat call and Cleveland Cavaliers get first chance at draft pick again. Read Article NBA: Tim Duncan lauds resilience of San Antonio Spurs

Manchester City and New York Yankees join forces for MLS franchise

Premier League club and US baseball titans announce partnership for new team, the New York City Football Club, to join the MLS as the 20th franchise for the 2015 season. Read Article Manchester City and New York Yankees join forces for MLS franchise

NHL: Detroit Red Wings down Chicago Blackhawks for 2-1 lead

Seventh seeds win 3-1 on back of Jimmy Howard's 39 saves. Read Article NHL: Detroit Red Wings down Chicago Blackhawks for 2-1 lead

NBA: Mind games between LeBron James and Indiana Pacers ahead of Eastern Conference finals

'We're not just any other team, we're a great team,' the MVP says about Miami Heat, the reigning champions. Read Article NBA: Mind games between LeBron James and Indiana Pacers ahead of Eastern Conference finals

Memphis Grizzlies' Zach Randolph spurred on to do better against San Antonio

The Memphis star has a bad day at the office in their 105-83 loss at San Antonio in Game 1, but the Spurs expect him and the Grizzlies to rebound quickly. Read Article Memphis Grizzlies' Zach Randolph spurred on to do better against San Antonio

Phil Jackson's sniping at Kobe Bryant has a hollow ring

Somebody needs to give Phil Jackson a basketball job so his keyboard can get a needed rest, comments Steve Dilbeck. Read Article Phil Jackson's sniping at Kobe Bryant has a hollow ring

Indiana Pacers game plan: team up to cool off the Heat

Without a superstar Indiana wins with contributions from everyone, writes Steve Dilbeck. Read Article Indiana Pacers game plan: team up to cool off the Heat

NHL: Colin Greening goal lifts Ottawa Senators over Pittsburgh Penguins

Goal into double overtime cuts deficit to 2-1. Read Article NHL: Colin Greening goal lifts Ottawa Senators over Pittsburgh Penguins


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Eid Baroot and Al Wasl part ways

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - April 14, 2013. Eid Baroot ( Head Coach of Al Wasl ), at the Etisalat Pro League round 21. ( Jeffrey E Biteng / The National )

Caretaker manager to take over at Ras Al Kaimah next season, reports John McAuley.  Eid Baroot and Al Wasl part ways

Borussia Dortmund can recreate the magic of 1997 at Wembley

28 May 1997, Munich, Germany --- Borussia Dortmund's players celebrate with the trophy after they won the 1996-1997 UEFA Champions League final against Juventus 3-1. --- Image by © Christian Liewig/TempSport/Corbis

Dortmund could inflict more final hurt on Bayern Munich tonight, writes Ian Hawkey.  Borussia Dortmund can recreate the magic of 1997 at Wembley

Premier League: A Welsh community is taking shape with Swansea, Cardiff and Bale

Danish manager Michael Laudrup adapted well to the transition from Spain to Wales to steer Swansea City's fortunes while the Welsh Gareth Bale, next, was Player of the Year. Olly Greenwood, Ian Kington / AFP

Swansea City's success and the addition of Cardiff City have meant that players from Wales are growing, writes Ian Hawkey.  Premier League: A Welsh community is taking shape with Swansea, Cardiff and Bale

Horse racing: Sheikh Fahad Al Thani looks to add to rising stock in Britain

EPSOM, ENGLAND - MAY 23: Jamie Spencer riding Dunaden during 'Breakfast with the Stars' morning at Epsom racecourse on May 23, 2013 in Epsom, England. (Photo by Alan Crowhurst/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** 169317278.jpg

Dunaden and Chopin to run at Epsom as Qatari bids to secure his first major win in UK.  Horse racing: Sheikh Fahad Al Thani looks to add to rising stock in Britain

McLaren's Martin Whitmarsh happy to duck the Formula One limelight

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 16: McLaren Team Principal Martin Whitmarsh is seen on the pitwall before qualifying for the Australian Formula One Grand Prix at the Albert Park Circuit on March 16, 2013 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Paul Gilham/Getty Images)

The team principal enjoys life in the fast lane but relishes his time away from the track, writes Gary Meenaghan.  McLaren's Martin Whitmarsh happy to duck the Formula One limelight

The troubles of Serena Williams at the French Open

Serena Williams of the United States returns the ball to Belarus' Victoria Azarenka during their final match at the Italian Open tennis tournament in Rome, Sunday, May 19, 2013. Williams won 6-1, 6-3. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino) *** Local Caption *** Italian Open Tennis.JPEG-0be57.jpg

The world No 1 has only one title to her name at Roland Garros and endured her worst grand slam performance there 12 months ago, writes Ahmed Rizvi.  The troubles of Serena Williams at the French Open

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In Pictures: IPL VI - Hits and Misses

With the regular season of the annual Twenty20 league done and dusted, we look at who did well and who fared poorly in 2013(Photos)

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In Pictures: Joy for Arsenal, frustration for Tottenham

The bitter London rivals both won their last Premier League games of the season, but only one team celebrated after(Photos)

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In Pictures: Ajman win the Etisalat Cup

An upset at Zabeel Stadium as Ajman come from behind to beat Al Jazira for their second trophy in nearly three decades(Photos)

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In Pictures: Mancini time at Manchester City

The Italian manager had a chequered career at the English Premier League club since joining them in 2009(Photos)

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Video: Monstrous Hot Wheels drive into town

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In pictures: Sir Alex Ferguson's career at Man Utd

Beginning with a lowly defeat at Oxford United, to a record tally of Premier League titles and two Champions League crowns, Sir Alex Ferguson oversaw the most successful period in the English club's history.(Photos)

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Video: Dany Torres wins Dubai round of Red Bull X-fighters 2013

Video: Dany Torres wins Dubai round of Red Bull X-fighters 2013(Video)

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