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Kristine Lilly Likely To Lace 'Em Up For New Boston Team

News today on several fronts may go a long way in painting the picture of soccer’s future in the U.S. First, despite Galaxy execs saying a deal is unlikely, rumors continue to swirl around Zinedine Zidane coming to MLS. Also, Boston and N.Y./New Jersey plan to field teams in the new women’s soccer league. Additionally, Arsenal Chair Peter Hill-Wood says shareholders will not relinquish control to Stan Kroenke. Finally, Lew Wolff’s negotiations to build a soccer stadium at San Jose State Univ. are reportedly “deteriorating.”

Reaching The Apax
English equity firm eyes a reported 25% stake in adidas.

Thanks, But No Thanks
Dollars, not curse, reportedly behind LaDainian Tomlinson’s decision to turn down “Madden” cover.

Seattle’s Best
Clay Bennett says Sonics may move before lease expires in 2010.

Player To Be Named
Jerry West cites ownership situation, need for new voice in decision to leave Grizzlies.

Joining The Entourage
Dana White says UFC will yield TV production to HBO under imminent deal.

Chicken Run
New Balance names Tyson Foods’ Robert DeMartini CEO.

Whistled For A Foul
Some NBA execs reportedly shocked at length of referee’s suspension meted out by Stern.

Going To GR8 Lengths
NCAA Management Council votes to eliminate coaches’ text messaging to recruits.

Billy Goat
Front page of WALL STREET JOURNAL explains why fans trash Blackhawks Owner Wirtz.