TV Sports: Super Bowl Dethrones ‘M*A*S*H’ as Most-Watched Show in History
Sunday’s Super Bowl eclipsed the final episode of “M*A*S*H” to become the most watched television show in history.
Analysis: Payton’s Winding Path
Saints Coach Sean Payton’s path to the top of the N.F.L. embodies the team’s “unwanted and underrated” character.
After the Parade, Saints Face Many Decisions
The Super Bowl champion Saints have 29 free agents — 11 of them unrestricted — heading into next season.
Speedskating’s Olympic Rewards Fail to Pay the Bills
Speedskating is the United States’ most successful sport at the Winter Olympics, but that has not translated to financial security for the athletes.
Analysis: Dueling Priorities as the Knicks Rebuild,
The Knicks’ present is gloomy, their future uncertain, and their short- and long-term goals in clear conflict. Call it an unfortunate but necessary side effect of rebuilding.
Battle of Billionaires Has to Wait as Fickle Wind Delays the Race Start
The first race of the 33rd America’s Cup was postponed Monday because of fickle winds, and now the best-of-three match is scheduled to begin Wednesday, weather permitting.
Hendrick’s Racing Dynasty Shows No Sign of Slowing Down
Hendrick Motorsports has won four consecutive Nascar Sprint Cup titles and it is the favorite to win again this year.
Baseball Roundup: Aparicio Lets Number Be Unretired So Vizquel Can Pay Tribute
For Omar Vizquel, the opportunity to be linked on his new team with the Venezuelan Hall of Famer Luis Aparicio was the most alluring.
Goal: In Midst of Recession, Bundesliga Thrives
The German Bundesliga wants the world to know that even in these trying economic times, it is solvent — a soccer island in that exudes diligence, growth and smart management.
N.C.A.A. Fails to Stop Licensing Lawsuit
A district court judge denied a motion to dismiss a lawsuit headed by Ed O’Bannon and arguing that athletes should be compensated when their images are used.
College Basketball Roundup: Early Run by Kansas Keeps Texas in a Tailspin
Marcus Morris scored 18 points to lead No. 1 Kansas to an impressive victory on the road against No. 14 Texas.
N.H.L. Roundup: Flyers Rally From 2-0 Deficit to Beat Devils
Mike Richards scored the go-ahead goal with less than eight minutes left in the third period, leading the Philadelphia Flyers to a 3-2 victory over the visiting Devils.
Thirty Knots, With the Wind at Your Wings
The sailboats competing in the America’s Cup are the fastest ever built but about as delicate as a house of cards.
Rings: With Snow an Issue, Practices Are Curtailed
The persistent snow issues forced organizers to reduce athletes’ practice time at Cypress Mountain and move some training sessions to Whistler, the site for downhill skiing at the Games.
Keeping Score: Saints’ Risky Decisions Were Both Calculated and Crucial
Saints Coach Sean Payton had the numbers on his side when making three aggressive play calls during the Super Bowl.
Sports of The Times: Colts’ Approach Leaves Room for Second-Guesses
The Saints took aggressive chances on Sunday, and, starting in December, the Colts’ theme was to play it safe.
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Top-ranked Kansas handles slumping Texas
Marcus Morris scored 18 points to lead No. 1 Kansas to an 80-68 victory over No. 14 Texas on Monday night.
Lakers beat Spurs with Kobe, Bynum on bench
Pau Gasol had 21 points and 19 rebounds to lead five players in double figures, and the Lakers beat the Spurs 101-89 Monday night.
For Drew Brees, Sean Payton, New Orleans Saints' Super Bowl victory is sinking in
The Saints and their fans awoke Monday to the realization that the once lovable losers from New Orleans were Super Bowl champions for the first time in the club's 43-year history after Sunday's 31-17 triumph over the Indianapolis Colts.
No. 5 Nova dismantles No. 4 WVU's win streak
Scottie Reynolds scored 19 of his 21 points in the final 13 minutes and Villanova (No. 5 ESPN/USA Today, No. 4 AP) held off West Virginia (No. 4, No. 5) 82-75 on Monday night.
Newly reinstated WR Donte' Stallworth cut by Cleveland Browns
The Cleveland Browns terminated the contract of wide receiver Donte' Stallworth Monday.
Carter's 48 points help Magic rally past Hornets
Vince Carter scored 48 points to help the Magic rally past the Hornets on Monday.
Kansas keeps grip on top spot in ESPN/USA Today coaches' poll
Losses on the road sent Villanova and Michgan State tumbling in this week's ESPN/USA Today men's basketball poll -- which once again is led by Kansas.
Seattle Mariners left-hander Cliff Lee has minor foot surgery
The Seattle Mariners say left-hander Cliff Lee is recovering from minor left foot surgery and will be limited when pitchers and catchers report to spring training this month.
Danica Patrick to race in Daytona Nationwide event
The Danica Patrick circus at Daytona will continue with the IndyCar Series driver making her NASCAR debut in Saturday's Nationwide Series race.
Odds on Peyton Manning, Indianapolis Colts to win 2011 Super Bowl
Peyton Manning and the Colts are favored to win next year's Super Bowl, according to odds released Monday by BetUS.com.
Bob Gainey resigns as Montreal Canadiens' GM, stays as consultant
Bob Gainey is resigning as the general manager of the Montreal Canadiens.
Steve Phillips in interview: 'I'm fully responsible for what I did'
Steve Phillips, the former ESPN baseball analyst and New York Mets general manager, said Monday that he knew he had a sex addiction problem in August of 2009 -- two months before he was fired from his role with the network.
Owner Jim Pohlad reiterates Minnesota Twins' desire to retain catcher Joe Mauer
Twins owner Jim Pohlad says he's staying out of contract negotiations with catcher Joe Mauer.
Chicago White Sox unretire Luis Aparicio's No. 11 so Omar Vizquel can wear it
Chicago White Sox unretire Luis Aparicio's No. 11 so Omar Vizquel can wear it.
Milwaukee Brewers building statue of Bud Selig outside Miller Park
The Brewers are erecting a statue of baseball commissioner Bud Selig outside Miller Park and will unveil it on Aug. 24.
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Bill aids AZ campus stadiums
PHOENIX — Arizona's universities could upgrade their football stadiums and other athletic facilities using money from new local businesses, under a proposal moving through the Legislature.
Greg Hansen : Great Wildcat, humble man dies
Roger Johnson died last week in Phoenix. He was 79. His obituary said, simply "rising from humble beginnings … he was ever stoic and a man of few words."
Young Wildcats eager to be at home for 5 of last 7 games
Please forgive the Arizona Wildcats if they feel a little lost over the next four weeks.
Pac-10 begins exploring future TV arrangements
The Pac-10's television home, and maybe even the days it plays basketball games, could change in two years when the league's current deal expires.
Tiger's caddie says Woods not coming to Match Play
The WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship field is taking shape, though it remains to be seen whether Tiger Woods will make his return next week in Marana.
While he's aging, Nash still raging
PHOENIX — Five-year-old twins Lola and Bella Nash circled their dad's legs on the Suns' practice court Sunday like a ball he had on the dribble.
Patrick officially enters Nationwide race
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Danica Patrick will make her NASCAR debut Saturday at Daytona International Speedway.
Saints: 'There's nothing like it'
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Wearing Mardi Gras beads and clearly exhausted from a late night of post-Super Bowl celebrations, Sean Payton leaned on a podium, clutching the Vince Lombardi trophy in his right hand.
No. 1 Kansas bullies Longhorns
AUSTIN, Texas — Marcus Morris scored 18 points to lead No. 1 Kansas to an 80-68 victory over No. 14 Texas on Monday night and the Jayhawks easily handled an opponent that a few weeks ago was supposed to challenge them for the Big 12 title.
Terry scores 36, leads Mavericks' comeback
OAKLAND, Calif. — Jason Terry scored a season-high 36 points, including the go-ahead three-pointer, and the Dallas Mavericks rallied from a 14-point deficit Monday night to beat the Golden State Warriors 127-117.
Aparicio's No. 11 will be unretired by the White Sox
CHICAGO — The White Sox are taking Hall of Famer Luis Aparicio's No.11 out of retirement for newly acquired 11-time Gold Glove winner Omar Vizquel.
Schwarzenegger, Coe among torch carriers on Friday
VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Arnold Schwarzenegger will hand the Olympic torch off to Sebastian Coe on Friday morning, the day of the opening ceremony at the Vancouver Games.
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Angels end Yankees' title hopes
The Los Angeles Angels beat the New York Yankees 5-3 to advance to the American League Championship Series.
Last-gasp Steelers beat Chargers
Jeff Reed's late field goal gives Pittsburgh a 24-22 win at San Diego in the NFL's Monday night game.
Houston prevail in marathon game
Houston beat Atlanta 7-6 to take a winning 3-1 lead in their play-off series.
Vinatieri seals late Patriots win
New England Patriots leave it late to beat Atlanta Falcons - plus an NFL round-up.
Houston capture series advantage
Houston Astros beat Atlanta Braves 7-3 to take a 2-1 lead in the series.
Red Sox reign ended by Chicago
Chicago White Sox take a 3-0 series lead to end Boston Red Sox's reign as world champions.
Cardinals extend lead over Padres
St Louis Cardinals beat San Diego Padres 6-2 to move 2-0 ahead in the National League Division Series.
Miami to stage 2010 Super Bowl
Miami is chosen to host a record 10th NFL showpiece match in 2010.
NFL to continue European league
NFL team owners vote to continue to fund and provide players for NFL Europe for five more years.
Gretzky beaten as NHL faces off
Wayne Gretzky loses on his coaching debut as a new NHL season begins after last year was wiped out in a salary-cap row.
Iguchi hit ruins Red Sox's night
Tadahito Iguchi's three-run homer spells disaster for Boston in Chicago, while Houston and LA Angels also win.
Jets turn to old hand Testaverde
Veteran quarterback Vinny Testaverde is to start for the injury-hit New York Jets against Tampa Bay on Sunday.
Red Sox go down to heavy defeat
Boston are thrashed by Chicago on day one of the play-offs while the Cards and the Yankees start with wins.
Carolina hold off Green Bay rally
Brett Favre shines but cannot prevent the Green Bay Packers suffering their worst NFL start in 17 years.
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Pompey hopeful over court battle
Portsmouth say they are close to reaching an agreement to avoid being wound up in the High Court.
Wales can topple England - Speed
Former Wales captain Gary Speed says drawing England represents a great opportunity for a promising young Wales team to qualify for Euro 2012.
Warne blasts Strauss Test absence
Shane Warne describes England captain Andrew Strauss's decision to miss his country's tour of Bangladesh next month as disrespectful.
Ballack aims broadside at Wenger
Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack hits out at Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger's criticism of his team following the Gunners' 2-0 defeat on Sunday.
Beckham makes Man Utd goal pledge
AC Milan's David Beckham vows not to celebrate if he scores against Manchester United in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Jenkins doubts Jones punishment
Neil Jenkins doubts Wales boss Warren Gatland will carry out his threat to drop Alun-Wyn Jones for being sin-binned against England.
Ferguson unsure on Scots comeback
Barry Ferguson remains undecided on whether to make a return for Scotland under new manager Craig Levein.
Murray ready for Scotland return
Scotland will have prop Euan Murray available for Saturday's Six Nations visit to Wales.
Catalans players arrested
Five players from rugby league team Catalans Dragons are among nine men arrested after a disturbance in Leeds which left two men injured.
Hants sign 'world franchise' deal
Hampshire join a marketing alliance with IPL team Rajasthan Royals which they hope will become the first global cricket franchise.
GB reveal six-man Davis Cup squad
James Ward is among three players competing for the two singles spots for Great Britain's Davis Cup match in Lithuania on 5-7 March.
Sky's Arvesen breaks collarbone
Team Sky rider Kurt-Asle Arvesen is out of the Tour of Qatar after breaking his collarbone.
Denman is easy to ride - Nicholls
Champion trainer Paul Nicholls reckons Tony McCoy will have few problems partnering 2008 Gold Cup winner Denman for the first time on Saturday.
Afghanistan v Ireland scorecard
Ireland take on Afghanistan in the opening match of the ICC World Twenty20 qualifying tournament.
Shearer scores! Striker finds net on visit to Sport Relief project
Former England international Alan Shearer rediscovers his form on a visit to a Sport Relief project in Kenya.
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Saints Win Super Bowl Debut, Beat Favored Colts 31-17
New Orleans rallies from early 10-point deficit to beat Indianapolis for NFL title
Super Bowl 44 Could Be a Classic
Indianapolis and New Orleans both boast high-powered offenses that could produce thrilling shootout
Olympic History in the Making: Ghana's One-Man Ski Team
Kwame Nkrumah-Acheampong says, for him, the most important thing is for his experience to inspire future generations
Tight Security Imposed for Super Bowl 44
More than 50 law enforcement agencies involved in massive effort to keep Miami event safe from terror attack
Uhlaender Overcomes Tragedy, Injury to Make US Skeleton Team
US Skeleton racer Katie Uhlaender has known both triumph and tragedy in her career
The Who to Rock Super Bowl Halftime Show
Legendary band admit they don't know much about American style football
Drew Brees Aids New Orleans Resurgence
Quarterback joined team just months after Hurricane Katrina devastated the city
US Football Star Garçon Shines Light Back on Haiti
Haitian NFL player Pierre Garçon, who is in Superbowl XLIV, using newfound stardom to raise attention to Haiti's needs
Belbin, Agosto Make Final Push for US Olympic Gold
Ice dancing silver medalists feel confident in preparations as they seek another trip to podium
World Champions Lead US Nordic Combined Team
Todd Lodwick, Bill Demong, Johnny Spillane hope to bring US first Olympic gold medal in event featuring ski jumping, cross country
Emotional Comeback for US Speedskater Rodriguez to 4th Olympics
Path back has been marked by heartbreak, tragedy and joy
Hair Loss Motivates US Skeleton Racer Zach Lund
Lund previously charged with doping due to chemical found in hair restoration product he was using
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Vince Carter's 48 powers Magic
Former Raptor's breakout night helps Orlando rally for 123-117 win over New Orleans Hornets
Display of excellence puts Super Bowl XLIV on the board
While it may not have had the nail-biting finishes of some other recent NFL title games, the Saints and Colts both put on a clinic of football
Argos ownership transfer ready for CFL board stamp
David Braley will assume the reins of Toronto franchise just as soon as the board of governors can reconvene to give its approval
Oilers routed by Coyotes
Lombardi scores twice as Phoenix heaps more misery onto floundering Edmonton franchise
Boston College wins Beanpot
Eagles hold off late charge from rival Boston University for 4-3 triumph and school's 15th Boston area championship
Gainey steps down as Habs GM
Five-time Stanley Cup-winning player becomes the latest front-office employee to leave Montreal without a ring
Koules's heart still in Tampa despite sale
Former Lightning owner proud of the team he helped build before recession and attendance woes forced him to find a buyer
Leafs edged by West's top team
Giguere concedes first three goals as a member of the Buds as San Jose skates away with victory in Toronto
TFC not to blame for lack of Canadian talent
Canada's soccer system is just not good enough as things stand to produce players of the quality required to play at the top North American level
Cliff Lee has minor foot surgery
Mariners left-hander will be limited when pitchers and catchers report to spring training this month
Hobbled Evans close to returning
After sitting out all year with a foot sprain picked up in training camp, power forward may make his Raptors' debut in Wednesday's match against the 76ers
Gainey steps aside, with reputation as GM somewhat tarnished
While his playing record is still sublime, his inability to take the Canadiens deep into the playoffs is the knock on his front-office contributions
Saints arrive back in New Orleans
Super Bowl champions get hero's welome when their plane touches down in Louisiana
Blue Jays raise cost of cheap seats
Nosebleeds at Rogers Centre will go up $2 a game, while 65 per cent of ticket prices will remain the same
Saints fans celebrate victory
New Orleans fans hugged, kissed, and spilled onto the streets Sunday as a citywide party erupted after their once woebegone NFL franchise won the Super Bowl
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Sharks shade Giguere, Maple Leafs
Through a series of deflections and funny bounces, the San Jose Sharks snapped J.S. Giguere's shutout streak and handed him his first loss wearing the blue and white, a 3-2 decision on Monday in Toronto.
Coyotes beat up on Oilers
Matthew Lombardi had two goals and three assists for a career-high five points as the Phoenix Coyotes routed Edmonton 6-1 on Monday night for their 36th victory, matching their total from last season.
Gainey steps down as Habs GM
Montreal Canadiens executive Bob Gainey has stepped down as vice-president and general manager, telling a news conference Monday that the move comes after a 'difficult period of reflection.'
Chan arrives in Vancouver full of confidence
Reigning Canadian figure skating champion Patrick Chan was met by dozens of fans when he arrived Monday at Vancouver International Airport.
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Women's hockey team seeks 3rd straight gold
The Canadian women's hockey team has arrived in Vancouver. The team of 21 players that will attempt to defend Canada's gold medal in women's hockey was greeted by a group of young girls wearing jerseys. On Saturday they will begin their quest for a third straight Olympic gold medal.
Russia tops Canada in latest IIHF rankings
When it comes to global puck, Canada's men and women are second best, according to the IIHF. Russia sits on top, while Canada sits in second position on the men's side. For the women, the United States outranks our beloved red and white.
New York debacle still hurts: Jim Brennan
Almost four months have passed since the infamous 5-0 loss to New York, and Toronto FC has already started pre-season preparation for the 2010 MLS campaign. But the sour taste lingers in captain Jim Brennan's mouth.
After The Whistle: Crosby or Ovechkin
Each week, CBCSports.ca senior hockey writers Scott Morrison and Tim Wharnsby conduct (mostly) friendly banter on the hot-button issues in the NHL.
Rogge tells Russia to keep it clean
International Olympic Committee president Jacques Rogge has expressed concern to Russian president Dmitry Medvedev about his country's repeated doping violations in cross-country skiing and biathlon.
NHL Power Rankings: Week 19
Each week, Hockey Night in Canada's Scott Morrison breaks down the balance of power in the National Hockey League.
Kings' record run ends in Anaheim
Corey Perry had one goal and two assists as the Anaheim Ducks beat the Los Angeles Kings 4-2 on Monday night.
Avalanche lose Koci in win over Blues
Brandon Yip scored twice, but David Koci suffered a broken hand in a fight as the Colorado Avalanche beat the St. Louis Blues 5-2 on Monday night.
Blue Jays tweak ticket prices
The Toronto Blue Jays confirmed Monday they will charge more for the cheapest seats at the Rogers Centre this season.
Browns sever ties with Stallworth
The Cleveland Browns terminated the contract of troubled wide receiver Donte' Stallworth on Monday.
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