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Nationals shuffle bullpen, send two relievers to injured list, promote pair of Triple-A arms

The Nationals announced a pair of changes to the bullpen on Monday after injuries to relievers Ken Waldichuk and Cole Henry.

April 13, 2026

Ertz rejects retirement, doesn’t want injury to be final play

Former Commanders tight end Zach Ertz isn't ready to retire.

April 13, 2026

Capitals win in Ovechkin’s potential final home game to keep playoff hopes alive

The Capitals kept their playoff hopes alive for another 24 hours, thanks to Sunday's 3-0 win over the rival Pittsburgh Penguins in Washington's home finale.

April 12, 2026

Ovechkin retirement speculation looms large as Capitals chase playoffs

This weekend's home-and-home set against the Pittsburgh Penguins means more to Washington Capitals fans than typical rivalry games, and not just because of the playoff implications.

April 9, 2026

Wizards’ yearslong tank nears end as NBA teams race to the bottom

The Washington Wizards' annual race to the bottom of the standings is coming down to a photo finish as the NBA's cellar dwellers bottom out in an effort to land a highly coveted top pick in this year's top-heavy draft.

April 8, 2026

Capitals star Ovechkin says retirement decision won’t arrive until summer

People hoping for an Alex Ovechkin retirement announcement shouldn't hold their breath. The NHL's all-time leading goal scorer said in an interview posted to the Washington Capitals' X account Wednesday that he won't decide until the summer.

April 8, 2026

Capitals hope newly promoted Ilya Protas gives team ‘jolt’ in playoff hunt

Washington elevated 19-year-old Ilya Protas -- the younger brother of Capitals forward Aliaksei Protas -- to the NHL roster ahead of Wednesday's game in Toronto against the Maple Leafs.

April 7, 2026

Mystics GM Wideman leaves franchise after one season due to ‘strategic differences’

Washington Mystics general manager Jamila Wideman left the franchise on Monday, just as the team prepared for the ongoing free agency period and next week's WNBA draft.

April 6, 2026

Capitals promote rookie forward Protas for playoff push

The Capitals are adding firepower for their playoff push. Washington recalled rookie Ilya Protas -- the younger brother of Capitals forward Aliaksei Protas -- from the AHL's Hershey Bears on Monday.

April 6, 2026

Rapid-fire WNBA free agency opens as league barrels toward regular season

A frantic WNBA free agency period began Monday after a brief delay due to the league's now-resolved labor dispute with players. A process that typically spans about a month will be condensed into a week.

April 6, 2026

Chicago Sky trade forward Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream for two draft picks

One of the WNBA's biggest stars is on the move.

April 6, 2026

Orioles’ Albernaz notches first ejection as manager

It's been a season of firsts for Orioles manager Craig Albernaz. The first-year manager earned his first-ever MLB ejection after arguing with home plate umpire James Jean during Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

April 5, 2026

Los Angeles Angels’ Adell gives MLB its latest viral moment with 3 home-run robberies in 1-0 win

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jo Adell wasn't content with one home-run robbery on Saturday night. Or two.

April 5, 2026

MLB’s ‘robo-umps’ receive rave reviews, reinvigorate stadium experience

The "robo-umps" have taken MLB by storm. Despite early concerns from baseball purists, the new system of verifying balls and strikes has received near-unanimous praise from players, coaches and fans.

April 2, 2026

Wizards apologize for April Fools’ prank that ‘missed the mark’

The Washington Wizards apologized Thursday for an April Fools' joke that led to condemnation on social media.

April 2, 2026

Wizards’ George ruled out for season with elbow injury

Kyshawn George's second season with the Washington Wizards is over. The franchise announced Thursday that he will miss the remainder of the season as he recovers from a torn UCL in his elbow that he suffered last month.

April 2, 2026

Rams’ Nacua undergoing rehab treatment

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is receiving treatment at a rehab facility for undisclosed issues, his attorney confirmed to multiple outlets on Wednesday.

April 2, 2026

Flag football exploding in popularity, thanks to NFL, Olympic boost

The flag football revolution is brewing.

April 1, 2026

NFL players’ union worried about replacement referees

The NFL Players Association publicly sided with referees on Wednesday while the officials hunt for a new collective bargaining agreement.

April 1, 2026

Umpire elicits laughs from Brewers’, Rays’ managers after botched call

It's been a tough opening week for MLB umpire C.B. Bucknor, who missed a call so egregiously during Tuesday's game between the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers that it elicited laughter from both teams' managers.

April 1, 2026