Liam Griffin

World Cup momentum in question after U.S. flames out

Sports fans aren't ready to swap their NFL Sundays for Premier League mornings just yet. But the next generation of U.S. soccer fans is growing, even if some experts are skeptical the World Cup offered enough of a boost to bring the sport into the American mainstream.

July 16, 2026

Capitals to open, end upcoming season with road trips

The Washington Capitals will open the 2026-27 NHL season on the road against the defending champion Carolina Hurricanes on Oct. 2, the league announced Thursday.

July 16, 2026

Capitals to host rival Penguins in home opener

The Washington Capitals will host the rival Pittsburgh Penguins in their 2026-27 home opener, the NHL announced Wednesday.

July 15, 2026

Wizards shut down top pick Dybantsa for remainder of NBA Summer League

Wizards fans won't see A.J. Dybantsa, this year's top draft pick, on the court again until the NBA preseason. The Wizards decided to shut him down as a precaution for their last three Summer League games, according to multiple reports on Tuesday.

July 14, 2026

Balogun admits overturned red card affected U.S. soccer teammates

U.S. soccer star Folarin Balogun admitted Tuesday that his overturned red card affected his teammates ahead of their loss to Belgium in the World Cup round of 16 last week.

July 14, 2026

Roof for Audi Field? D.C. Council proposal offers $300M to enclose soccer stadium

Another sports stadium in the District could receive a nine-figure facelift. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson proposed legislation this week that would direct $300 million in public funds to build a roof on Audi Field, home of the MLS franchise D.C. United and the NWSL's Washington Spirit.

July 14, 2026

Nationals under-the-radar stars Garcia, Griffin make All-Star push

The Nationals are sending two players, slugging shortstop C.J. Abrams and outfielder James Wood, to next week's All-Star festivities in Philadelphia. But two more Nationals are eagerly waiting to be called on as alternates.

July 9, 2026

Commanders to retire Riggins’ No. 44 jersey

No Washington Commander will ever wear No. 44 again. The NFL franchise announced Thursday that it will retire the jersey in honor of Hall of Fame running back John Riggins during a home game against the Los Angeles Rams on Nov. 8.

July 9, 2026

Team USA’s Pulisic suffered leg fracture in World Cup round against Belgium

Forward Christian Pulisic added injury to insult in America's 4-1 loss to Belgium in the World Cup round of 16 on Monday.

July 9, 2026

GOP congressmen demand ‘accountability’ from WNBA for fouls on Clark

A group of GOP representatives has seen enough fouls on Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark.

July 9, 2026

Retired U.S. soccer stars tear into Christian Pulisic after underwhelming World Cup

Former members of the U.S. men's and women's soccer teams have levied criticism at current star Christian Pulisic this week after he pulled himself out of Monday's 4-1 loss to Belgium in the World Cup, which eliminated the Americans.

July 8, 2026

Wizards add forward Middleton in six-team trade, latest move in path to relevance

The Washington Wizards added forward Khris Middleton as part of a six-team trade, according to multiple reports, as they continue their offseason march back toward relevance.

July 8, 2026

Former Cowboys DE Kneeland posthumously diagnosed with stage 1 CTE

Former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland had stage 1 chronic traumatic encephalopathy when he died by suicide in November, researchers from the Concussion & CTE Foundation announced Tuesday.

July 7, 2026

‘Overturn this’: Belgium adds insult to U.S.’ blowout loss following suspension controversy

It only took two words for the Belgium national team's social media account to send American soccer fans into despair following Monday's 4-1 win in the World Cup Round of 16: "Overturn this."

July 7, 2026

Ovechkin thrilled to rejoin ‘contender’ Capitals as he delays retirement

It only took the Capitals 10 minutes to re-sign Alex Ovechkin once the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer confirmed he'd return for a 22nd NHL season, the Russian said on Monday. He's the capstone for the Capitals' busiest offseason in years.

July 6, 2026

Soccer world cries foul over overturned World Cup suspension after Trump intervention

President Trump insisted on Monday that he was only looking to right a potential injustice when he called FIFA President Gianni Infantino to ask for a review of a red card and suspension issued to U.S. striker Folarin Balogun. But the rest of the soccer world expressed ethical concerns.

July 6, 2026

England’s Henderson injures wrist during World Cup celebrations following win over Mexico

Jordan Henderson had an eventful night on Sunday, as his England teammates secured a 3-2 victory over Mexico in the World Cup's Round of 16.

July 6, 2026

Nationals’ bullpen collapses again as Pirates steal key win

The Nationals rallied back from an early deficit against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday, but another late collapse by Washington's bullpen allowed Pittsburgh to escape with an 11-5 victory.

July 5, 2026

Nationals designate Robert Hassell III for assignment

Outfielder Robert Hassell III was once considered one of the top prospects in the Washington Nationals' trade that sent Juan Soto to the San Diego Padres in 2022.

July 5, 2026

Wizards add Hall of Famer Ewing to coaching staff as assistant

The Wizards added to their coaching staff over the weekend. The franchise signed Hall of Famer Patrick Ewing on Saturday to be an assistant for coach Brian Keefe, according to multiple reports.

July 5, 2026