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Little goes right for Strasburg in Nats’ 6-1 loss
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Little goes right for Strasburg in Nats’ 6-1 loss
By Marc Lancaster - The Washington Times
From the very beginning Tuesday, everything seemed wrong for Stephen Strasburg and the Washington Nationals. A botched pop-up to start the game. A sudden rainstorm that frustrated the pitcher and forced a brief first-inning delay. A murky mishap with a balm that apparently brought some unwelcome heat.
WHYNO: Is Ovechkin still the man for Capitals?
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
Alex Ovechkin isn't a playoff choker. Lack of production isn't the reason why his Washington Capitals haven't made it past the second round since his arrival, and he's averaging more than a point a game in his postseason career.
Mount's Jamion Christian stuck to schedule in quest to be a head coach
By Patrick Stevens - The Washington Times
Jamion Christian's plan all along was to become a head coach before he turned 30.
SNYDER: Family business suits Dale Hunter best
By Deron Snyder - The Washington Times
The fans who wildly cheer the team wanted Dale Hunter back. So did the players, firmly convinced that his way is the right way. Officials in the organization wanted Hunter back, too, enamored with his firm hand and no-nonsense approach.
Alexander Semin's agent says client wants to be a 'full-time player'
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
The Washington Capitals have always wanted Alexander Semin to score. His $6.7 million salary this season was fit for a sniper who fills up the net.
Loyola over Navy was choice Scott Ratliff doesn't regret
By Patrick Stevens - The Washington Times
Scott Ratliff's phone rang shortly into a trek from Panama City, Fla., to Atlanta, a long haul home from spring break.
McNamee turned on Clemens over son's illness
By Frederic J. Frommer - Associated Press
Brian McNamee testified that Roger Clemens' lawyers pushed him from reluctant turncoat to angry accuser when they allowed details of McNamee's oldest son's illness to be revealed during a nationally televised news conference.
Brandon McDonald provides a steadying influence for D.C. United
By Thomas Floyd - The Washington Times
For all the uncertainty the D.C. United back line has gone through in recent weeks, with a plethora of moving parts dictated by injury, fatigue and form, there has been a constant for the team to rely on: Brandon McDonald.
Ashton Pankey parting ways with Terps
By Patrick Stevens - The Washington Times
Maryland forward Ashton Pankey is leaving the program for family reasons.
Again, Lakers forced to bounce back from blowout
By Jeff Latzke - Associated Press
For the second time in less than a week, Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers must figure out how to fight back after a humbling loss.
Trainer Doug O'Neill thrown curve with first-pitch honor
By David Ginsburg - Associated Press
Four days before the Preakness, I'll Have Another trainer Doug O'Neill was feeling very skittish about his pending appearance on the grand stage.
Hunter steps down as Capitals coach
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
Brooks Laich tried to convince Dale Hunter to stay as Washington Capitals coach. He joked that Hunter could have his house and he'd move into an apartment if that was necessary.
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Delany: National title game likely to be bid on
By ANDREW SELIGMAN - Associated Press
Big Ten administrators could see a national championship game being played in cities that aren't necessarily traditional hosts.
Ex-Syracuse hoops coach's wife: Life is ruined
By JOHN KEKIS - Associated Press
The wife of fired Syracuse University assistant basketball coach Bernie Fine claimed Wednesday that ESPN maliciously trampled her reputation by broadcasting salacious stories about her and about claims that her husband molested ball boys.
Eli Manning, Giants to get latest Super Bowl rings
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press
Giants' quarterback Eli Manning says he's looking forward to getting his latest Super Bowl ring Wednesday.
Winning Nelson set Bradley up for major victory
By STEPHEN HAWKINS - Associated Press
Keegan Bradley got his first professional victory last year at the Byron Nelson Championship. He later became a major champion.
Winless Pettersen defends Sybase Match Play title
By TOM CANAVAN - Associated Press
A year after meeting for the Sybase Match Championship, defending champion Suzann Pettersen and Cristie Kerr are in the same position on the LPGA Tour.
MLB announces Mets as 2013 All-Star host
By RONALD BLUM - Associated Press
Major League Baseball has announced the 2013 All-Star game will be hosted by the New York Mets at Citi Field.
NASCAR's pit crews get their chance to shine
By PETE IACOBELLI - Associated Press
Carl Edwards loves plenty of things about NASCAR's All-Star week. One of his favorites, though, is seeing his crew members in the spotlight instead of himself.
Pacers' Larry Bird is NBA Executive of the Year
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press
Indiana Pacers president Larry Bird has been voted the NBA's Executive of the Year, becoming the first person to win that award, plus the league's MVP and Coach of the Year honors.
WTA Championships seeks host city for 2014, beyond
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press
The women's tennis tour is opening the bidding process to find a host city for its season-ending WTA Championships starting in 2014.
Snedeker in midflight drama for 1st trip to Spain
By STEVE DOUGLAS - Associated Press
Deprived of his clubs and sleep following an emergency landing en route to Spain, Brandt Snedeker's first appearance in Spain isn't exactly going as planned.
Column: Loss of Bosh turns up heat on Miami
By JIM LITKE - Associated Press
It came down to a last shot and who was going to take it, an all-too-familiar dilemma for the Miami Heat.
Pacers win 78-75, late chances doom Miami
By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press
This does not sound like a winning formula. Miss 24 of 29 shots in one stretch, on the road. Watch an 11-point, second-half lead turn into a deficit. Have your entire team get outscored by two players in the fourth quarter.
Fired ex-Syracuse hoops coach's wife to sue ESPN
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press
The wife of a fired Syracuse University assistant basketball coach claims ESPN trampled her reputation by broadcasting salacious and false stories about molestation claims against her husband.
Brazil dismisses problem with stadium construction
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press
Brazil's sports minister is dismissing delays in stadium construction for the 2014 World Cup and says construction work in the northeastern city of Salvador will be completed in time for next year's Confederations Cup.
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