By Rich Campbell - The Washington Times
Four months and two weeks removed from right knee ligament surgery, there, for all to see, was evidence to justify the Washington Redskins’ optimism that their franchise quarterback will be ready to start the regular season Sept. 9.
By Amanda Comak - The Washington Times
As the Nationals get set to open a five-game homestand against the Philadelphia Phillies and the Baltimore Orioles, they've played just under 30 percent of their highly anticipated 2013 season. And they're a team that is one game better than .500.
By Mike Harris - The Washington Times
Where do we even begin? Let's go local and discuss Nationals reliever Rafael Soriano. Don't go anywhere, Sergio Garcia, Alex Ovechkin, George McPhee and Ryan Mattheus — you're next.
By Nathan Fenno - The Washington Times
The Redskins quarterback choked up as he described the aftermath of the Jan. 8 surgery when Dr. James Andrews also repaired the lateral collateral ligament.
By Jenna Fryer - Associated Press
Five different drivers from the famed Andretti clan have combined to make 80 starts in the Indianapolis 500. Mario Andretti's 1969 victory remains the lone win and the family has been answering questions about the "Andretti Curse" for decades now.
By Will Graves - Associated Press
Ottawa Senators captain Daniel Alfredsson isn't quite ready for the traditional season-ending handshake. Yet he knows if the Senators can't find a way to slow down slow down the Pittsburgh Penguins, it's coming soon.
By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press
Losing a game at the final buzzer, no less than a playoff game on the road against the reigning NBA champion Miami Heat, would seem to have potential to demoralize the Indiana Pacers. Or not.
By Nathan Fenno - The Washington Times
This isn't simply an opportunity for general manager Ernie Grunfeld to add to the gifted young core of John Wall and Bradley Beal while solidifying the gap at small forward, much in the same way the Oklahoma City Thunder built a juggernaut through the draft and savvy trades driven by the long view, not instant gratification.
By Amanda Comak - The Washington Times
It was a nightmarish 10 day stretch for Harper, starting with the moment he landed on the warning track at Dodger Stadium, writhing in pain. But Wednesday he rose above. Again.
By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press
James blew past Paul George and made a layup as time expired, and the Heat found a way to outlast the Indiana Pacers 103-102 in a back-and-forth Game 1 of the East title series Wednesday night.
By Associated Press
Urlacher was the face of the Bears' franchise and leaves as one of the game's great linebackers. In March, he and the Bears were unable to reach a contract agreement and he became a free agent.
By Amanda Comak - The Washington Times
Before either of them had changed out of their street clothes Wednesday morning, Washington Nationals closer Rafael Soriano tapped outfielder Bryce Harper on the shoulder and asked him if they could talk. The two disappeared into a players-only area for several minutes and, when they emerged, both wanted to move past any controversy stirred by Soriano's comments late on Tuesday night.
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Terry Francona is back at Fenway Park as an opposing manager for the first time since he left the Red Sox. Published May 23, 2013
By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press
Derrick Walker took a break this week from being the general manager for Ed Carpenter Racing to get himself immersed in his new job as head of IndyCar competition. Published May 23, 2013
By PAT GRAHAM - Associated Press
Hall of Fame goalie Patrick Roy is returning to the Colorado Avalanche as their head coach. Published May 23, 2013
By DAVE SKRETTA - Associated Press
Katherine Legge didn't know she'd have a shot at the Indianapolis 500 until it was time to qualify, when Schmidt Peterson Motorsports decided to put her in its second car at the last second. Published May 23, 2013
By STEVE REED - Associated Press
While all eyes will be on Jimmie Johnson and whether or not "Five-time" can pull off the May sweep at Charlotte Motor Speedway, folks shouldn't forget about Kasey Kahne. Published May 23, 2013
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press
LeBron James was a unanimous pick for the All-NBA team and Kobe Bryant earned his record-tying 11th first-team selection. Published May 23, 2013
By ROB HARRIS - Associated Press
UEFA says its executive committee has agreed to introduce a 10-match minimum ban for racist abuse by players or officials. Published May 23, 2013
By DAVE SKRETTA - Associated Press
Fuzzy Zoeller says he's "paid his dues" after his infamous remarks about Tiger Woods ordering fried chicken for the Masters champions dinner, and believes similar comments made by Sergio Garcia will eventually blow over. Published May 23, 2013
By RUSTY MILLER - Associated Press
There isn't a pro golfer who doesn't have a story about a "Play That Funky Music" ringtone coming from the gallery during a backswing, or the time a tourist with a flip phone was snapping photos in the middle of a critical putt. Published May 23, 2013
By JANIE McCAULEY - Associated Press
Jim Harbaugh insists he will coachable when it comes to the tricks of driving the Indianapolis 500 pace car this weekend. Published May 22, 2013
By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press
The Minnesota Twins placed third baseman Trevor Plouffe on the seven-day disabled list with a concussion Wednesday after he was struck in the head by Dan Uggla's shin while breaking up an attempted double play. Published May 22, 2013
By DOUG FERGUSON - Associated Press
Sergio Garcia apologized to Tiger Woods for saying he would serve fried chicken if they were to have dinner at the U.S. Open, an ugly addition to nearly two weeks of verbal sparring. Published May 22, 2013
