Power surge for Yankees

Last year's National League home run co-leader found a new home on Tuesday when Chris Carter and the New York Yankees agreed to a one-year contract worth $3.5 million, subject to a successful physical.

Beckham battling to reclaim respect

David Beckham's squeaky-clean image as a sporting and cultural icon has been severely tarnished following the leaking of expletive-strewn emails in which he raged about not receiving a knighthood.

Deeney journeys from cell to salvation

Watford striker Troy Deeney's "light bulb" moment came when the cell door slammed and he contemplated a 10-month jail term for aggravated assault five years ago.

Hamsik hungry for Maradona's mark

Marek Hamsik said he remains in awe of Argentina legend Diego Maradona but the Slovakia midfielder won't hold back as the former Napoli hero's club record of 115 goals comes into sight.

Crunch time for floundering Foxes

The urgent tone in Kasper Schmeichel's voice said everything about the fate that has befallen Leicester City, the fairytale Premier League champion that has become a relegation candidate.

Brady loses shirt but not his sense of perspective

Quarterback Tom Brady had his jersey stolen after leading the New England Patriots to a 34-28 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Sunday's Super Bowl, but he wore a big smile on Monday as he recounted his team's stunning comeback from a 25-point deficit.

'Niners hire a freed Falcon

The San Francisco 49ers officially hired Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan as their new head coach on Monday, more than a month after firing Chip Kelly after just one season.

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Always something new in the realm of King James

There's always something new with LeBron James, and Monday night was no different as his Cleveland Cavaliers vanquished the Washington Wizards 140-135 in an overtime thriller.

Pacers showcasing KO power, by George

Paul George keeps taking care of business.

Wrong-way Dennis will pay for menace

Former NBA star Dennis Rodman on Monday was sentenced to probation and 30 hours of community service for a hit-and-run accident he caused by driving the wrong way on a freeway ramp in southern California.