Kirovski Adds Year With Hughes

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Villarreal, Spain (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Villarreal claimed three big points on Monday at the Madrigal with a 3-0 victory over Sporting Gijon which snaps a six-game winless streak for the club. Villarreal had dropped four of its last six games and entered the match in 19th place. However, a goal from Marco Ruben in the 57th minute broke a scoreless tie before Borja Valero finished off a pass from Angel Lopez one minute later to double the advantage.

 

The loss is the fifth in seven games for Sporting Gijon and drops the club to 19th place.

 

"I am excited for the future and I am excited to remain a part of this club," Kirovski said.

 

At Borussia Dortmund in Germany, Kirovski became the first American to win the Champions League. He also played for FC Koln in Germany, Sporting Lisbon in Portugal, and Crystal Palace and Birmingham City in England while in Europe.

 

"Jovan is a very experienced guy, he knows our club and he knows the way that we do things," L.A. manager Bruce Arena said. "He has prepared himself to get into coaching and I think that it will be a good transition for him and he will be a great addition to our staff."

 

Dortmund, Germany (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Borussia Dortmund confirmed Tuesday that young attacking starlet Mario Gotze has been ruled out for six to eight weeks as it was determined that the midfielder's groin injury is more serious than first thought. Gotze has been diagnosed with a pubic bone stress injury by the club's doctor as well as Germany's national team doctor and has been instructed to rest for two weeks before starting rehab.

 

New York, NY (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Major League Soccer announced Tuesday that the 2012 All-Star Game will be played at PPL Park, the home of the Philadelphia Union, on July 25 with the opponent yet to be revealed. It is the first time in a decade that the city of Philadelphia won its bid to host an All-Star Game, its most recent league showcase coming in 2002 with the National Basketball Association.

 

"Philadelphia has a deep tradition of playing and supporting soccer, and the huge, enthusiastic fan base of the Philadelphia Union is a great success story for Major League Soccer," Garber said in a statement. "The 2012 AT&T All-Star Game will be a great opportunity to celebrate Philadelphia's soccer fans while giving viewers around the globe a glimpse of their passion."

 

"Major League Soccer has chosen to host this year's All-Star Game at PPL Park with good reason," said Philadelphia Mayor Michael A. Nutter. "The Philadelphia region is centrally located, growing in population and has a rich sports culture. The Philadelphia Union have quickly enhanced Philly's sports traditions with the most dedicated MLS fan base in the nation. I have no doubt there will be a fantastic turnout for this year's festivities."

 

The MLS All-Stars have played Manchester United for the past two seasons, losing to the English giants 5-1 at Reliant Stadium in 2010 and 4-0 at Red Bull Arena in 2011. The opponent for this year's game will be announced at a later date.

 

London, England (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Chelsea revealed the extent of Frank Lampard's injury Tuesday, stating that the midfielder is unlikely to feature for the Blues in Saturday's FA Cup clash against QPR after scans showed a slight tear in his calf. Lampard sustained the injury in Chelsea's scoreless draw with Norwich City on Saturday and was taken off the pitch after only 36 minutes.

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El Duque expected to throw Tuesday

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- New York Mets pitcher Orlando Hernandez, sidelined at spring training because of arthritis in his neck, is expected to resume throwing on Tuesday.

Hernandez received a cortisone shot Thursday after leaving camp and returning to New York to have his neck examined. The 41-year-old right-hander is penciled in as the team's No. 2 starter behind Tom Glavine.

El Duque's health is a major issue for the Mets, who won the NL East in 2007 and came within one victory of the World Series. Their aging and unsettled rotation is a big question mark this year.

MySportsbook.com has the Mets as -110 favorites to repeat as NL East champions odds. 

Hernandez went 11-11 with a 4.66 ERA last season, including 9-7 with a 4.09 ERA in 20 starts after the Mets acquired him from Arizona in late May. But he missed the playoffs because of a torn calf muscle.

New York already is without Pedro Martinez, out until at least midseason following rotator cuff surgery. Among those competing for starting jobs are prospects Mike Pelfrey, Philip Humber and Jason Vargas, plus veterans Chan Ho Park, Jorge Sosa and Aaron Sele.

Notes: Mets manager Willie Randolph is excited about two new utility players he could have on his bench: Damion Easley and David Newhan. ''Their value is really all over the place,'' Randolph said. Easley can play anywhere in the infield and could be used as an emergency outfielder, though Randolph said he would prefer to keep the veteran in the infield. Newhan, meanwhile, can play second base, third or any outfield position for the Mets. ''I love versatility,'' Randolph said. ''I love guys that can give me options when I need them to step in.''

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