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Capitals set sights on rival Hurricanes for second-round series

The Washington Capitals are moving on in the NHL playoffs. But the chippiness of the first round will likely pale in comparison to the upcoming series against the rival Carolina Hurricanes.

May 1, 2025

Mystics lose forward Aaliyah Edwards for two weeks as preseason injuries pile up

The injuries are piling up for the Washington Mystics ahead of the WNBA season. Forward Aaliyah Edwards, last year's first-round pick, will be sidelined for at least two weeks with a lower-back bruise, the franchise said Thursday.

May 1, 2025

Nationals batting practice pitcher coherent, resting after collapsing on field

The Nationals cancelled batting practice ahead of Wednesday's game against the Phillies at Philadelphia's Citizens Bank Park after a scary sight on the field. James Frisbie, Washington's batting practice pitcher, collapsed while pitching batting practice.

May 1, 2025

Mystics rookie Georgia Amoore injures ACL in preseason practice

The WNBA season hasn't started, but the injury bug has already bitten the Washington Mystics. Rookie guard Georgia Amoore, the No. 6 pick in this year's pro draft, suffered an ACL injury during Tuesday's practice, the team announced.

April 30, 2025

Rubio says he helped Belichick land North Carolina coaching gig

Bill Belichick established some pretty powerful connections while winning six Super Bowls with the New England Patriots, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The former Florida senator said he helped the legendary coach land his new gig at North Carolina.

April 30, 2025

Falcons, assistant coach Ulbrich slapped with fines for prank call to Sanders on draft night

The NFL has fined the Atlanta Falcons $250,000 and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich $100,000 after a draft-night prank call to quarterback Shedeur Sanders, the league announced Wednesday.

April 30, 2025

Commanders rookie Josh Conerly Jr. says he was targeted by draft night prank call

The Washington Commanders' first pick in last weekend's draft, former Oregon offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr., said he received one of the prank calls by imposters who targeted some NFL prospects during the first round.

April 29, 2025

Capitals seek ‘killer instinct’ to knock out Canadiens in Game 5

The Washington Capitals have no interest in flying back to Montreal. The squad is looking to wrap up its first-round playoff series against the Montreal Canadiens at home on Wednesday night.

April 29, 2025

Commanders switch kickers, sign Gay, release Gonzalez

The Washington Commanders are making a switch at kicker.

April 29, 2025

‘Time to revive that legacy:’ Franchise legends react to RFK Stadium site deal

Joe Theismann still remembers the rocking stands and the roaring crowds of RFK Stadium. The former quarterback said he, along with several Washington football legends, can't wait for the franchise's planned return to the District at a new stadium.

April 28, 2025

Commanders, D.C. mayor announce $3.7 billion stadium deal to bring NFL franchise back to RFK site

"Fight for old D.C." never had quite the same zing while being sung in suburban Landover, but the Washington Commanders and District leaders are betting $3.7 billion that a new stadium on the banks of the Anacostia will breathe new life into the song, the NFL franchise and the city itself.

April 28, 2025

Nationals complete wild comeback against Mets with walk-off throwing error

A walk-off throwing error is a unique way to end a baseball game. But that's how the Washington Nationals completed a six-run comeback against the New York Mets on Sunday, earning an unlikely 8-7 victory.

April 27, 2025

Commanders add LB Medrano, HB Croskey-Merritt in NFL draft’s final rounds

The Washington Commanders wrapped up the NFL draft on Sunday by adding UCLA linebacker Kain Medrano in the sixth round and Arizona running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt in the seventh round.

April 26, 2025

Commanders draft Virginia Tech wideout Jaylin Lane

The Washington Commanders added another weapon for quarterback Jayden Daniels on Saturday, selecting wide receiver Jaylin Lane in the fourth round of the NFL draft.

April 26, 2025

Commanders select Ole Miss cornerback Trey Amos in second round of NFL draft

The Washington Commanders' lackluster secondary was a common sore spot for fans last season. The group got an upgrade as general manager Adam Peters selected Ole Miss cornerback Trey Amos on Friday with the 29th pick in the NFL draft's second round.

April 25, 2025

Commanders select offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr. with No. 29 pick in NFL draft

Jayden Daniels will have some extra protection next season. The Washington Commanders selected offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr. with the 29th pick in Thursday night's NFL draft

April 24, 2025

Capitals prepare for raucous crowd as they take 2-0 series lead to Montreal

The Capitals stole two games from the Montreal Canadiens at Capital One Arena this week to open their first-round playoff series. Playing playoff hockey in Montreal, which will host Friday's Game 3 and Sunday's Game 4, is a different beast.

April 24, 2025

Edge rusher? Cornerback? Commanders look to reload roster through NFL draft

The NFL draft starts on Thursday night and -- for the first time in years -- the Washington Commanders won't need to target a quarterback.

April 23, 2025

Shannon Sharpe offers accuser $10 million to settle sexual assault lawsuit, attorney says

Pro Football Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe denied allegations against him after an ex-girlfriend accused him of sexual assault and sought $50 million in a lawsuit filed on Sunday.

April 23, 2025

Former NFL kicker, broadcaster Jay Feely running for Arizona House seat

Jay Feely has announced his second career change. After 14 seasons as an NFL kicker and 10 years as a CBS broadcaster, the 48-year-old announced Tuesday that he's running for Congress.

April 23, 2025