Andy Kostka

As Nationals’ offense seeks answers, Schwarber emerges as a leadoff man

Kyle Schwarber "stunk" as a leadoff hitter in 2017, when the Cubs gave him an extended run in the lineup at that position. But in a small sample size, he's producing for the Nationals.

June 14, 2021

MLB teams offer vaccinations with incentives, including free tickets

As ballparks across the country return to full capacity and mask mandates are scrapped, MLB's vaccination focus has broadened. Player vaccinations remain an emphasis, but the scope has widened to include a push to vaccinate fans.

June 14, 2021

Torri Huske, Arlington native, sets American record in 100-meter butterfly

Torri Huske, an 18-year-old native of Arlington, Virginia, made history Sunday night, setting the new American record for the women's 100-meter butterfly at 55.78 seconds.

June 14, 2021

Schwarber’s homers back Ross’ gem in Nationals’ shutout over Giants

Kyle Schwarber's second-inning home run, plus a leadoff blast in the first, were the defining moments in the Nationals' 5-0 win Sunday, splitting the four-game set against the Giants with the help of a strong outing from Joe Ross on the mound.

June 13, 2021

Scherzer throwing again after leaving game Friday

The Washington Nationals saw Max Scherzer suffer a groin tweak that forced him to exit his start Friday after 12 pitches. But neither Scherzer nor manager Dave Martinez think the right-hander will be out of action long. Scherzer threw from flat ground ahead of Sunday's series finale against the San Francisco Giants, and he's scheduled to throw a bullpen Monday.

June 13, 2021

Christian Eriksen suffered cardiac arrest

Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen suffered cardiac arrest on the pitch and "was gone" before he was resuscitated, Denmark's team doctor, Morten Boesen, said Sunday.

June 13, 2021

Citi Open tennis tournament returning to D.C. this summer

The Citi Open is set to return this summer, with the qualifying round beginning July 31 before the main draw competes Aug. 2 through Aug. 8 at Rock Creek Park Tennis Center.

June 10, 2021

Public health experts: Olympics can be held safely, if changes are made

As the 11,000 athletes and the numerous support staff that flock with them descend next month on Tokyo for the Olympic Games, the unknowns -- and the risk those unknowns pose -- are still prevalent.

June 10, 2021

Ex-Washington QB Alex Smith reportedly attracting interest as analyst

Washington Football Team signal-caller Alex Smith retired in April, but he might not be out of the football world for long.

June 10, 2021

Virginia Tech player granted bond while murder case details are revealed

A suspended Virginia Tech football player was granted bond Wednesday morning at a hearing in the Montgomery County General District Court in Christiansburg, Virginia, a week after he was charged with second-degree murder.

June 9, 2021

With another record-setting Brady rookie card sold, market isn’t slowing down

Lelands Auctions broke a two-month-old record this week, selling the latest autographed Tom Brady rookie card for $3.1 million to continue the rapid rise in trading card valuations

June 9, 2021

Gauff books trip to Olympics after strong French Open run

After earning her spot on the U.S. team with her quarterfinal run at the French Open, 17-year-old Coco Gauff said she "definitely" plans to compete at the Tokyo Olympics.

June 9, 2021

Navy’s handling of NFL hopeful Cameron Kinley raises questions

When Phil McConkey was growing up in Buffalo, New York, he had two dreams: Become a pilot and score a touchdown in the Super Bowl.

June 8, 2021

For Maryland baseball, a trip to the NCAA Regionals is just the start

Maryland baseball finished the regular season with an 18-4 run, securing their best conference finish since 1980.

June 8, 2021

Martinez calls for ‘happy medium’ on MLB foreign substance enforcement

Spin rates have increased with the apparent use of foreign substances by pitchers. And while MLB is preparing to enforce rules against those substances, Dave Martinez wonders if they should be allowed to better protect batters from hit-by-pitch injuries.

June 7, 2021

Saban signs extension with Alabama through 2028 season

Nick Saban signed a contract extension to keep the coach with the Crimson Tide through at least the 2028 season, the school announced Monday, a run that could result in the 69-year-old coach finishing his career in Tuscaloosa.

June 7, 2021

U.S. soccer beats Mexico in Nations League final marred by anti-gay chants, thrown objects

The U.S. men's national team beat Mexico in the inaugural CONCACAF Nationals League final Sunday night, but there were fan-related incidents that cast a shadow on the 3-2 win.

June 7, 2021

NHL, Canadian government agree to cross-border travel for Stanley Cup playoffs

The NHL received approval from the Canadian government to allow for cross-border travel for the final two rounds of the Stanley Cup playoffs as needed, the league announced Sunday.

June 6, 2021

As the backstop netting collapses, so do the Nationals against the Phillies

The Phillies' 12-6 win over the Nationals had plenty of bizarre moments, including a net collapse behind home plate that paused the game in the eighth.

June 6, 2021

Titans acquire Pro Bowl receiver Julio Jones in trade with Falcons

The Tennessee Titans traded with the Atlanta Falcons for seven-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Julio Jones. The Falcons will receive the Titans' second-round pick in 2022 and their fourth in 2023 with Atlanta sending Jones and a sixth-round pick in 2023 to Tennessee.

June 6, 2021