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Sochi games will comfortably turn a profit for NBC

by David Bauder February 23, 2014

NBC used the Olympics to popularize streaming video, develop a cable sports network and launch entertainment programs.

by Tim Dahlberg February 23, 2014

U.S. speedskaters were kept off the medal podium for the first time since 1984.

by Larry Lage February 23, 2014

The Swedish Olympic Committee says Nicklas Backstrom tested positive for a substance found in an allergy medication he has taken for seven years.

by Greg Beacham February 23, 2014

Canada shuts out Sweden 3-0 for its third gold medal in the last four Olympics.

by John Leicester February 23, 2014

The Sochi games conclude with a grand closing ceremony and Russia atop the medals table.

by Mattias Karen February 23, 2014

The sweep clinches the top spot in the overall medals table for Russia.

by Tim Reynolds February 23, 2014

Alexander Zubkov wins double bobsled gold for Russia.

by Eric Willemsen February 23, 2014

Johannes Duerr is the fifth athlete to be ousted.

by Chris Lehourites February 22, 2014

The International Olympic Committee said early Sunday that Vitalijs Pavlovs and Marina Lisogor were both expelled from the games.

Finland wins the bronze 5-0 as Boston Bruins goalie Tuukka Rask makes 27 saves. .