Blue Jays land outfield slugger George Springer
After a slow start to the MLB free agent market this offseason, a hot stove that remained mostly cold suddenly fired up for a midnight snack Tuesday. Published January 20, 2021
Andy Kostka
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Lester brings to Nationals experience, success and significant unknowns
When the Washington Nationals reportedly agreed to a one-year deal with left-hander Jon Lester, the team achieved several goals. Published January 19, 2021
Mets fire GM Jared Porter after report of lewd messages sent to reporter
Mets owner Steven Cohen announced Tuesday morning on Twitter that the organization fired general manager Jared Porter, hours after an ESPN report on Monday outlined explicit and unsolicited messages Porter sent to a reporter in 2016. Published January 19, 2021
Reports: Jon Lester agrees to one-year deal to join Nationals' rotation
The Nationals have agreed to a one-year deal with left-hander Jon Lester, securing a fourth starter to fill out the rotation. Published January 18, 2021
Capitals' penalty kill unit has been good, but all the penalties haven't been
Three games into Washington's season, the penalty kill has been a bright spot, killing off 12 of the 13 power play opportunities they've faced. Published January 18, 2021
After lengthy search, D.C. United hires Losada as new coach
D.C. United hired Hernan Losada on Monday to become the team's new head coach, ending a search that lasted over three months. Published January 18, 2021
Brady vs. Rodgers: Setting the stage
For all the success Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers have had over the years, this is the first time they will meet in the postseason. Published January 18, 2021
Esiason: Fumble touchback rule is 'very extreme'
Criticism surrounding the Browns' fumble soon arrived from all angles, citing the potential illegal hit and the touchback rule. Published January 17, 2021
Capitals fall in shootout to Penguins for first loss of season
Through three games, the Capitals have picked up five of the possible six points. Published January 17, 2021
James Harden makes impressive Nets debut
James Harden, in his Nets debut Saturday, scored 32 points and added 14 assists and 11 rebounds. Published January 17, 2021
Packers show offense can win championships after toppling Rams' top-ranked defense
Aaron Rodgers and the Packers showed that offensive firepower can outmatch a staunch defense. Published January 17, 2021
Capitals open Peter Laviolette's tenure with a win against Sabres
The Capitals opened Peter Laviolette's tenure with a performance that displayed the fast-paced, aggressive offense the coach desires. Published January 14, 2021
Nationals partner with BetMGM to develop in-stadium betting
"As the betting market takes hold in the U.S., there will be more and more of an appetite and an interest on the part of fans to bet on the outcomes of games during the games." Published January 14, 2021
College to pros: a mixed bag of results for coaches making the jump in level
Urban Meyer was hired Thursday as the new Jaguars coach. For all his college success, NFL success is no guarantee. Published January 14, 2021
Georgetown basketball has two more games postponed after positive test
Georgetown basketball has had two more games postponed after a positive coronavirus test within the team's Tier 1 personnel grouping. Published January 14, 2021
Trinity Rodman, daughter of NBA star Dennis Rodman, drafted by Washington Spirit
The Washington Spirit selected Trinity Rodman with the second overall pick in Wednesday night's National Women's Soccer League draft. Published January 14, 2021
Wizards have second straight game postponed due to COVID-19
The Wizards do not have the league-mandated eight healthy players available to play the game because of contact tracing efforts, leading to their second straight postponement. Published January 13, 2021
After a short training camp, Capitals feel as ready as they can be for the season opener
Peter Laviolette is under no illusion that the Washington Capitals will be a well-oiled machine when they take the ice Thursday night in Buffalo for their season opener. Published January 13, 2021
NHL announces 27 players tested positive during training camp period
The NHL announced 27 players had tested positive during training camp, with 17 of those players on the Dallas Stars. Published January 13, 2021
Packers QB Aaron Rodgers to guest host 'Jeopardy!'
In the category of NFL quarterbacks for 500: This quarterback will be a guest host on "Jeopardy!" this offseason. Published January 13, 2021
