AP source: Twins, Phil Hughes agree to 3-year deal

Phil Hughes probably needed to leave hitter-friendly Yankee Stadium, and the Minnesota Twins were desperate for proven arms to strengthen a woeful rotation.

http://www.the-review.com/ap%20sports/2013/12/01/ap-source-twins-phil-hughes-agree-to-3-year-deal

AP source: Florida fires Pease after losing season

Pease was let go a day after the Gators ended the season with a humbling, 37-7 loss to rival Florida State.

http://www.sunherald.com/2013/12/01/5158583/ap-source-florida-fires-oc-pease.html#storylink=rss

Michigan's defense has no answer for Braxton Miller-Carlos Hyde, allows 393 rushing yards

There were, no doubt, a bag of mixed emotions on the Michigan sideline Saturday when Brady Hoke called off the extra point team and opted to go for two.

http://www.mlive.com/wolverines/index.ssf/2013/12/michigans_defense_has_no_answe.html

MSU ranked in top 10; Rose Bowl possible with win or loss Saturday

Michigan State players, including Jermaine Edmondson , Kurtis Drummond, Trae Waynes and R.J. Williamson celebrate Waynes' interception against Minnesota during the second quarter of Saturday's win in East Lansing.

http://www.freep.com/article/20131201/SPORTS07/312010119/1055/sports07

Carson Palmer fumbles, Eagles cash in

The Eagles snapped a long home losing streak their last time out and they're off to a good start on building a winning streak on Sunday.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/12/01/carson-palmer-fumbles-eagles-cash-in/

Source: Jake Long disputes notion that he served as "voice of reason" for Incognito

... Wells that Incognito went out of his way to help young players improve. The source confirms, as Jay Glazer of FOX Sports reported earlier in the day, that Wells has spoken to former Stanford teammates. Such interviews possibly would be aimed at ...

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/12/01/source-long-disputes-notion-that-he-served-as-voice-of-reason-for-incognito/

Report: Sumlin contract keeps him out of NFL through 2015

The news of Texas A&M coach Kevin Sumlin signing a six-year contract extension was met by many with a shrug.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/12/01/report-sumlin-contract-keeps-him-out-of-nfl-through-2015/

Keeping score: Michigan State gets mostly mediocre marks vs. Minnesota

Minnesota quarterback Mitch Leidner is thrown for a loss by Michigan State's Kurtis Drummond in first-half action at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

http://www.freep.com/article/20131201/SPORTS07/312010122/1055/sports07

Patriots off to slow start against Texans, then Gronk

If the Patriots hadn't just overcome a 24-point deficit to beat the Texans, you'd probably be a little more worried about them.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/12/01/patriots-off-to-slow-start-against-texans-then-gronk/

Colts take early 6-0 lead vs. Titans

Two Adam Vinatieri field goals have given the Colts a 6-0 first-quarter edge over the Titans in Indianapolis.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/12/01/pair-of-field-goals-give-colts-an-early-6-0-lead/

Josh Gordon putting on a show again

You can be forgiven if you're not paying attention to today's matchup of the Jaguars and Browns in Cleveland, maybe the worst game of the week in the NFL.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/12/01/josh-gordon-putting-on-a-show-again/

Glennon, Bucs cough up a chance at early lead

But a mystery turnover by Buccaneers quarterback Mike Glennon just kept his side from taking the lead, and the Panthers are hanging onto a 10-6 edge.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/12/01/glennon-bucs-cough-up-a-chance-at-early-lead/

Trade Speculation: Winnipeg Jets Exploring Options With Martin Erat

... The Capitals won 5-3 and clinched the Southeast Division championship. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports As the days go on, the Winnipeg Jets look more and more like a team that needs some outside help to take that next step. After ...

http://hockeyattheforks.com/2013/12/01/winnipeg-jets-make-move-martin-erat/

UC Greets USC Upstate on Tuesday at 7 p.m.

GameTracker CINCINNATI - The University of Cincinnati men's basketball team wraps up its seven-game season-opening homestand on Tuesday when it takes on USC Upstate at Fifth Third Arena.

http://www.gobearcats.com/sports/m-baskbl/spec-rel/120113aab.html

So you're saying there's a chance? Alabama return to BCS title game highly improbable, but possible

... be the lone SEC teams with one loss and Alabama should finish no lower than fourth in the final BCS standings. CBS Sports' Jerry Palm's latest bowl projections have Alabama returning to the Orange Bowl, which receives the first selection for ...

http://www.al.com/alabamafootball/index.ssf/2013/12/so_youre_saying_theres_a_chanc.html

Auburn victory shakes up BCS title race

Auburn's latest miracle victory, and Ohio State's thrilling win against Michigan, has opened the door to the BCS title game to the Buckeyes.

http://www.jg.net/article/20131201/SPORTS/131209982/1008/SPORTS

Mizzou still No. 5 in AP poll

Through December, The Kansas City Star is partnering a fourth time with Harvesters on the KC Challenge, a virtual food drive.

http://www.kansascity.com/2013/12/01/4662270/mizzou-still-no-5-in-ap-poll.html#storylink=rss

Wildcats likely headed to Holiday Bowl

So with the kind of steadfast resolve that has become a hallmark under Bill Snyder, Kansas State flipped the script.

http://www.thenewstribune.com/2013/12/01/2924107/wildcats-likely-headed-to-holiday.html#storylink=rss

Deceiving stats aren't translating into wins for punchless Panthers

The enigmatic Panthers are disproving two of hockey's favorite statistical adages that says winning teams usually outshoot their opponents as well as score the majority of their goals in the third period.

http://www.southflorida.com/sports/fl-florida-panthers-news-1202-20131201,0,2087861.story

Alfonzo Dennard out; Rob Gronkowski questionable

He was not expected to be in uniform against the Broncos a week ago. Although he played, was unable to finish the game.

http://www.bostonglobe.com/sports/2013/12/01/with-marcus-cannon-out-will-svitek-likely-start-right-tackle-for-patriots/NYWcMsiusSDFTz6Q0kvzuO/story.html

Mahnomen Indians win second straight Class A championship

Mahnomen is the Chippewa word for"wild rice" and Saturday at the Metrodome, the Indiams cultivated another state title as Tom Pavek and Kody Lefebvre rushed for two touchdowns apiece en route to a 44-13 win over the Dawson-Boyd Blackjacks in the Class A championship game.

http://www.examiner.com/article/mahnomen-indians-win-second-straight-class-a-championship?cid=rss

India always a good friend of Sri Lanka, no rift over CHOGM - Minister

Nov 30, Colombo: India is always a good friend of Sri Lanka and there is no rift in the relationship between the two neighbors over Indian Prime Minister's non-participation in the recently held Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Colombo, a minister of the Sri Lankan government said.

http://www.colombopage.com/archive_13B/Nov30_1385830499CH.php

VanderLey to roll in Snowball Derby despite major crash last weekend

Despite earlier predictions, DJ VanderLey, 21, will compete in this year's 46th Snowball Derby on December 8th.

http://www.examiner.com/article/vanderley-to-roll-snowball-derby-despite-major-crash-last-weekend?cid=rss

Keidel: Two Teams, No Life

Adding a layer of frost to this premature winter, we find the Nets and Knicks are Naismith allergic.

http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2013/11/30/keidel-two-teams-no-life/

Roger Cox: Omens good for glorious snow

A lot of thought goes into the timing of this magazine. The goal is to have it hitting the newsstands just as the first big snows of the winter arrive and the lifts at Scotland's ski centres start grinding into life.

http://www.scotsman.com/lifestyle/outdoors/roger-cox-omens-good-for-glorious-snow-1-3215203

Was WR Tavon Austin Selected Too High in 2013 NFL Draft?

When the St. Louis Rams selected Tavon Austin at No. 8 overall in the 2013 NFL Draft , they were expecting big things from the star wide receiver/kick returner/running back from West Virginia .

http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2013/11/30/was-wr-tavon-austin-selected-too-high-in-2013-nfl-draft/

Missouri 83, Nevada 70: Two post-game thoughts

The trip to Vegas signified the end of the official cream puff portion of the schedule.

http://www.rockmnation.com/2013/11/30/5159706/missouri-nevada-basketball-score-analysis

KC Chiefs NFL game preview: Denver Broncos at Chiefs, Week 13

Montee Ball and the Denver Broncos play the Kansas City Chiefs this Sunday at Arrowhead.

http://www.examiner.com/article/kc-chiefs-nfl-game-preview-denver-broncos-at-chiefs-week-13

Vikings' Toby Gerhart might be difficult to keep around

Minnesota running back Toby Gerhart protects the ball as he tries to break the gasp of Green Bay strong safety Morgan Burnett in overtime at Lambeau Field in Green Bay on Sunday, November 24, 2013.

http://www.twincities.com/vikings/ci_24629518/vikings-toby-gerhart-might-be-difficult-keep-around

Top 5 Players Who Must Lead Chicago Bulls For Them To Compete

This season for the Chicago Bulls has been both a dream and a nightmare so far. The nightmare started for the Bulls in the beginning of the season, when they started 1-3.

http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2013/11/30/top-5-players-who-must-lead-chicago-bulls-for-them-to-compete/