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Nationals’ Wood returns from injured list

James Wood is back. The Washington Nationals' hard-hitting outfielder returned to the major league roster Wednesday after nearly a month on the injured list due to an oblique muscle injury.

September 2, 2026

Commanders’ linemen, including training camp surprise Togiai, look to dispel concerns

Undrafted offensive lineman Tanoa Togiai was one of the surprises on the Commanders' initial 53-man roster, sneaking onto the depth chart after showing off strength and quickness during training camp. With offensive line depth a lingering concern, the Utah product could be called upon sooner rather than later.

September 1, 2026

Commanders’ brass preaches confidence, comfort in face of depth concerns

The Commanders' initial 53-man roster was a rough draft at best, according to coach Dan Quinn and general manager Adam Peters. The team continued its moves around the margins on Monday, despite avoiding any splashy moves, signings or waiver acquisitions.

August 31, 2026

Mystics’ Iriafen, Citron to replace Wilson, Plum for Team USA at World Cup

Washington Mystics stars Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron will join Team USA for the upcoming FIBA World Cup in Berlin, team officials announced Monday.

August 31, 2026

Commanders keep seven receivers, just three corners in initial 53-man roster

In Washington, Sunday marked the end of several hard-fought training camp competitions. Offensive linemen, wide receivers and linebackers battled throughout the preseason to earn their spots on the depth chart.

August 30, 2026

Fruit pouches, soda and macaroni: Virginia native completes cross-country run for redemption

It took more than 300 fruit pouches, 79 boxes of macaroni and cheese, five pairs of shoes, two high-tech light therapy machines, one MRI and countless lunchtime sodas to get Collin Chartier from Denver to the District, where he ended a 2,000-mile cross-country run on Sunday.

August 30, 2026

Countdown to 53: Injuries open spots for Commanders’ hopefuls

The Washington Commanders' players and coaches have spent months preparing for this weekend -- Friday's preseason finale and Sunday's dreaded roster cutdown day.

August 27, 2026

NFL inks multiyear deals with three gambling companies

NFL officials agreed to multiyear contracts with three gambling partners on Thursday, the league announced.

August 27, 2026

Commanders’ beleaguered line struggles in joint practice with Ravens

Wednesday's joint practice against the Baltimore Ravens wasn't the crowning jewel on which the Washington Commanders and quarterback Jayden Daniels were hoping to end their training camp ahead of Friday's final preseason game.

August 26, 2026

Commanders release safety Harris with cut-down day on horizon

The Commanders' 53-man roster is taking shape as training camp winds down. The team released safety Will Harris on Tuesday morning, ending one of the tightest competitions of Washington's offseason.

August 25, 2026

Unmatched views and one-of-a-kind spectacle: Freedom 250 Grand Prix wows fans, drivers

The sound hit racing fans first. Before they found a place to watch the weekend's Freedom 250 Grand Prix festivities around the National Mall, the hum and whine -- like a swarm of furious hornets -- of race cars hitting speeds of more than 150 mph assaulted eardrums for blocks.

August 23, 2026

Racers, organizers finalize Freedom 250 Grand Prix preparations

Traffic on the National Mall will look a little different this weekend.

August 20, 2026

Bad news for big men: Commanders’ Newton ruled out indefinitely as line injuries rise

Commanders coach Dan Quinn confirmed Thursday that defensive tackle Jer'Zhan Newton will miss extended time after undergoing surgery for a torn pectoral muscle.

August 20, 2026

Commanders’ injury concerns grow as Newton sees specialist for pec issue

The dog days of training camp are taking a toll on the Commanders' defense.

August 19, 2026

Young Mystics set lofty goals with WNBA playoffs on horizon

With just 10 games remaining in the season, the Mystics are trying to cement their status as contenders while tightening their grip on a playoff spot.

August 18, 2026

Commanders churn training camp roster ahead of second preseason game

The Commanders' training camp roster churn continued Tuesday as the team officially signed four free agents and moved a pair of veterans to injured reserve.

August 18, 2026

Commanders to cut kicker Moody, sign running back Reynolds

The Commanders have ended one training camp battle. Undrafted rookie Drew Stevens is expected to be the team's starting kicker, as the Commanders planned to release veteran Jake Moody, sources familiar with the move confirmed on Monday.

August 17, 2026

District of Sports: Evaluating the Commanders halfway through camp and Jayden Daniels’ tiff with LSU

With a preseason win now under their belt, how do the Washington Commanders look halfway through training camp?

August 17, 2026

Commanders roll with Kaliakmanis, Hartman as backups with Mariota out for preseason

Jayden Daniels is the Commanders' starting quarterback for the foreseeable future. Who takes snaps behind him became an open question after backup Marcus Mariota was diagnosed with a sprained MCL, the team confirmed Sunday.

August 16, 2026

Wizards to open season against Bucks on Oct. 21

A new era of Wizards basketball is on the horizon. The team, led by No. 1 pick A.J. Dybantsa, opens the regular season with a home matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks on Oct. 21.

August 13, 2026