Chivas defender Burling out 6-8 weeks following ankle surgery
Soccer Betting Lines
12/10/2008 -
Carson, CA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Chivas USA defender Bobby Burling underwent
successful ankle surgery last week at the Southern California Orthopedic
Institute in Van Nuys, and is expected to be out 6-8 weeks while recovering.
The procedure, arthroscopic surgery on Burling's left ankle to remove bone
spurs and loose bodies, was performed by Dr. Rick Ferkel, and the defender is
expected to return to action around the time Chivas USA reconvenes for
preseason in February.
Burling, 24, enjoyed a standout career at Loyola Marymount University in Los
Angeles as both a forward and a defender before joining Chivas USA prior to
the 2007 season.
The Monument, Colorado native made his debut for the Red-and-White on May 11,
2008, against the New England Revolution, and the central defender played a
total of 20 matches (18 starts), logging 1,659 minutes during the 2008 MLS
season.
<< Di Natale rumors quieted
Udine, Italy (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The agent of Udinese striker Antonio Di Natale
has dismissed rumors linking his client with a move to Manchester City.
The 31-year-old Italy international is under contract with Udine until the
summer of
<< Broncos sign TE Putzier
Englewood, CO (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Denver Broncos signed free agent
tight end Jeb Putzier on Wednesday.
Putzier started his NFL career with the Broncos in 2002 and played four
seasons in Denver before joining the Houston
<< Bayern reveals interest in Olic
Munich, Germany (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz
Rummenigge has revealed that his club are keen to try and sign Hamburg
striker Ivica Olic in the January transfer window.
The 29-year-old Croatia intern
<< Gekas set for Bayer exit
Leverkusen, Germany (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Bayer Leverkusen have cleared the way
for Greek striker Theofanis Gekas to leave the club in search of regular
first-team football.
The 28-year-old has not made a single start for the Bunde
<< Baggies recall Beattie
West Bromwich, England (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - West Bromwich Albion have recalled
striker Craig Beattie from his loan spell with Crystal Palace due to the knee
injury suffered by Ishmael Miller at the weekend.
Beattie had impressed in scoring
Colorado's Sakic out three months >>
Denver, CO (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Colorado Avalanche center Joe Sakic will miss
the next three months after undergoing surgery Tuesday night to repair
three broken fingers and tendon damage, the team announced on Wednesday.
Sakic, al
Schmid declines new Columbus deal >>
Columbus, OH (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Columbus Crew and head coach Sigi Schmid
have parted ways after the coach turned down a new deal from the Major League
Soccer champions.
"Sigi Schmid has formally declined our last contract offer an
Cavs' Gibson out two weeks with sprained toe >>
Philadelphia, PA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Cleveland Cavaliers guard Daniel Gibson
will likely miss the next two weeks after spraining his left big toe in
Tuesday's game against the Toronto Raptors.
Gibson was injured early in the second
Jags place FB Jones on IR >>
Jacksonville, FL (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Jacksonville Jaguars placed fullback
Greg Jones on the injured reserve list on Wednesday due to an ankle injury.
Jones ended his streak of 28 consecutive games played on Sunday due to the
injury.
Seattle DE Kerney, G Wahle have shoulder surgery >>
Renton, WA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Seattle Seahawks defensive end Patrick Kerney
and offensive guard Mike Wahle each underwent shoulder surgery on Wednesday.
Both arthroscopic surgeries were performed by team doctors Ed Khalfayan and
Mike M
Mens NCAA Basketball Tournament odds
As of February 9, MySportsbook.com has released its coveted 2007 Mens NCAA Basketball Tournament betting odds. “March Madness betting ” only a month away, the top ranked Florida Gators are favorite at 7-2 to win it all. The defending champs have not disappointed at all this season and currently have a 22-2 record and are undefeated (9-0) in SEC play. The Gators’ thrive off of their extremely balanced, experienced and versatile attack. All five starters started in last seasons National Championship game. What is most impressive with this group is their balance; the five starters all average between 10.7 and 13.6 PPG. The Gators have been on an absolute roll having won 15 straight by an average of 16.4 PPG.
Right behind the Gators are the 5th ranked UNC Tar Heels at 9-2. The Heels (21-3, 7-2) are absolutely loaded with top notch talent and are as deep as any team in the country. A concern for the Tar Heels might be inexperience. Of their top four scorers/ minute earners, three are freshmen and the other is a sophomore. The rest of the regular season, the Tar Heels play only one team that is currently ranked (Duke). Their remaining opponents do combine for an impressive 107-58 record though.
Other teams that the MySportsbook.com members seem to believe will win it all include the west coasts’ top team #2 UCLA (6-1), #3 OSU behind man-child Greg Oden (8-1), and #4 Wisconsin (10-1) behind their defense which has given up 70+ points only three times all season.
Below is a list of some of the favorites to win the 2007 Men’s NCAA Basketball Championship lines. For the full list of teams and March Madness odds be sure to log onto MySportsbook.com. If you want to use your credit card to bet on college hoops or any other event, MySportsbook.com has the highest credit card acceptance rate in the industry.
Arizona 20-1
Butler 20-1
Duke 30-1
Florida 7-2
Georgetown 30-1
Indiana 35-1
Kansas 15-1
Marquette 25-1
Maryland 40-1
Memphis 50-1
Nevada 50-1
UNC 9-2
OSU 8-1
Oregon 30-1
Pittsburgh 15-1
Texas 30-1
Texas A&M 18-1
UCLA 6-1
Wisconsin 10-1
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