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Liam Griffin

Liam Griffin is a sports reporter for The Washington Times. A graduate of George Mason University, he previously covered local news for Patch in northern Virginia. He can be reached at lgriffin@washigntontimes.com.

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Steroid-friendly Enhanced Games end with dud, one unofficial world record

Only one athlete set a world record during Sunday's Enhanced Games festivities in Las Vegas, as Greek swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev completed the 50-meter freestyle in 20.81 seconds.

May 25, 2026

WNBA players call foul over early surge in penalties

Referees are calling more fouls against every team in the WNBA through the first three weeks of the season, to the chagrin of players who worry that the new emphasis on reduced physicality is disrupting the flow and entertainment value of the surging league.

May 25, 2026

Capitals add former Islanders assistant Bennett to coaching staff

The Capitals have hired Ray Bennett, who spent last season as an assistant with the New York Islanders, to join their coaching staff, the team announced on Thursday.

May 21, 2026

Face-lifts for FIFA: Stadiums refitted to satisfy strict specs for World Cup

The glamour of hosting the World Cup comes with the pain of extensive renovations for the 16 venues scattered across North America.

May 21, 2026

NFL to hold 2030 Super Bowl in Nashville, 2028 draft in Minneapolis

Nashville, Tennessee, will host its first Super Bowl in 2030, NFL officials announced during Tuesday's league meeting in Orlando, Florida.

May 19, 2026

Nationals call up Crews, send House to Triple-A

The Washington Nationals are swapping one first-rounder on their major league roster for another.

May 19, 2026

Washington Nationals ban fan who deployed ‘Save America’ banner during game

The Washington Nationals have banned a fan who unfurled a White nationalist banner that called for "100+ million deportations" during Sunday's home game against the Baltimore Orioles, the team confirmed.

May 18, 2026

Nationals drop series finale against Orioles, drop back below .500

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson hit two RBIs, finishing a triple shy of the cycle in a 7-3 win over Washington at Nationals Park on Sunday afternoon.

May 17, 2026

Commanders to feature in four prime-time games, open 2026 season against rival Eagles

The Washington Commanders' last two seasons ended in Philadelphia against the Eagles, with the 2024 NFC championship game and an uneventful regular season finale last year. This year, Washington will open the season on the road in Philadelphia at 4:25 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 13.

May 14, 2026

Natty at the bat: Nationals’ team dog ready to debut

His name is Natty and he has a job to do. The Washington Nationals' new team dog, who made his first public appearance at the team's ballpark on Thursday, means business. Furry, furry business.

May 14, 2026

Commanders’ Daniels to star in third season of Netflix’s ‘Quarterback’

Commanders fans won't have to wait much longer to see franchise quarterback Jayden Daniels on their TVs.

May 13, 2026

NFL releases record-setting international slate, Commanders to host Colts in London

The NFL will play a league record nine international games in seven countries next season.

May 13, 2026

Lakers’ James unsure ‘what the future holds’ after playoff disappointment

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James wouldn't say whether he played his final NBA minutes after Monday night's season-ending loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

May 12, 2026

Surprising Nationals near .500 despite playing toughest schedule in majors

The Nationals are better than their 19-22 record would indicate through the first quarter of the MLB season. The rebuilding squad has enjoyed a promising start despite some glaring mistakes and facing the toughest schedule in baseball.

May 11, 2026

Mystics’ magic runs out late in thrilling overtime loss to Liberty in home opener

The Washington Mystics ran out of magic late in Sunday's 98-93 overtime loss to the New York Liberty, spoiling Washington's highly anticipated home opener.

May 10, 2026

Jackpot: Wizards land top pick in NBA draft lottery for first time since 2010

The Washington Wizards will pick first in next month's NBA draft after winning Sunday's lottery. Washington entered the drawing tied for the best odds -- a 14% chance -- to land the top pick.

May 10, 2026

Ruiz leads Nationals’ offense in win over Twins

Keibert Ruiz racked up four RBIs, thanks to his second homer of the season and a pair of doubles, in the Washington Nationals' 7-5 victory over the visiting Minnesota Twins on Thursday.

May 7, 2026

Mystics ‘chomping at the bit’ to start landmark WNBA season

The Washington Mystics' players and coaches weren't initially sure if opening day would arrive on time, with a labor dispute threatening the league's landmark 30th season, which kicks off on Friday when the Mystics visit the newly formed Toronto Tempo.

May 6, 2026

Wizards’ Keefe ranked as NBA’s least impressive coach in player survey

Wizards coach Brian Keefe was ranked as the least impressive coach in the NBA, according to a survey of 100 of the league's players released by The Athletic on Wednesday morning.