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Thom Loverro

Thom Loverro has been a professional journalist since 1977, working for a number of newspapers, including eight years as a news editor and reporter for The Baltimore Sun, where he covered government, politics, and crime. He moved into sports writing when he joined The Washington Times in 1992. He moved to The Washington Examiner as a sports columnist in 2009 and returned to The Washington Times in 2013, where he is currently the lead sports columnist.

Columns by Thom Loverro

LOVERRO: Jonathan Papelbon’s actions a sign of what Nationals are missing

Papelbon's altercation with Bryce Harper late in Sunday's game underscores one of the most crucial attributes missing from the Nationals: A sense of aggression and toughness that can help them win games.

September 29, 2015

LOVERRO: Who’s truly making the decision regarding Matt Williams’ future?

A number of influential voices will play a role in evaluating the Nationals' manager's future, which remains uncertain following his team's ouster from playoff contention on Saturday.

September 27, 2015

LOVERRO: During his career and upon his retirement, Yogi Berra always the star

Berra, who died Tuesday at 90, was always among the first players to confirm his attendance at the Baseball Hall of Fame weekend, and it may be in Cooperstown where his absence will be felt the greatest.

September 24, 2015

LOVERRO: Bryce Harper’s recent success traces all the way back to Ted Williams

Harper, who is among the candidates to be named the National League's MVP, has developed in part because of his association with Mike Epstein, an independent hitting instructor and Williams protege.

September 22, 2015

LOVERRO: Matt Jones’ performance exactly what the Redskins envisioned in May

The rookie running back from Florida made Kirk Cousins' life easier on Sunday, and his physical, pounding style left a mark on the Rams that other teams may experience in the future.

September 20, 2015

LOVERRO: Nationals fans in need of refresher on supporting their team in luck

The seemingly premature end to the Nationals' championship hopes has brought out the worst in many of their fans, who could benefit from learning how to properly support their team and appreciate a trip to the ballpark.

September 17, 2015

LOVERRO: Yet again, DeSean Jackson’s absence leaves a void at Redskins Park

Jackson missed part of the offseason program to film his reality show and didn't take part in the preseason after getting hurt during training camp. Now, the Redskins will have to make do without him after another injury.

September 15, 2015

LOVERRO: Professed lack of attitude should be a concern for Redskins, Jay Gruden

The coach's claim that the Redskins "didn't come out with the same attitude in the third and fourth quarter" of their 17-10 season-opening loss to the Dolphins on Sunday should be cause for concern.

September 13, 2015

LOVERRO: Jay Gruden’s willingness to forgive Kirk Cousins for mistakes a rarity

After little more than offseason workouts, training camp and a few preseason games, Gruden changed his mind about Cousins, a player who he buried last year without giving him another chance.

September 10, 2015

FOOTBALL 2015: LOVERRO: Redskins offer hope each year, but never deliver

Fans are sold the illusion of hope with every new decision-maker who arrives at Redskins Park, yet they should know by now that nothing has changed and that results are always the same.

September 9, 2015

LOVERRO: Eddie Futch truly the one who sculpted southpaw Joe Frazier

Frazier will be honored with the unveiling of a statue in his hometown of Philadelphia on Saturday, but it was Futch, Frazier's trainer, who created the pose people will see immortalized in bronze.

September 8, 2015

LOVERRO: Nationals feel Matt Harvey’s innings-limit pain

But, as the Mets arrive in Washington Monday for a key three-game series, Matt Harvey should realize that this isn't New York. You're among friends here. We understand.

September 6, 2015

LOVERRO: Cal Ripken Jr.’s games-played record a gift from the baseball gods

The sport had been suffering, reeling from the strike that wiped out the last portion of the 1994 season, but Ripken's pursuit of a once-impossible record won back fans and popularized its re-emergence.

September 3, 2015

LOVERRO: If Jay Gruden truly held QB battle, it should have happened last year

Gruden said he named Robert Griffin III the starting quarterback in February to end the persistent questions, then held the competition he wanted. If that were truly the case, he would have held it last summer.

September 1, 2015

LOVERRO: A lot of time exists before Redskins’ quarterback controversy is settled

The "football people" who have had their say at Redskins Park in the past have failed miserably, leaving little hope that the correct decisions will be made when the team names a starting quarterback.

August 30, 2015

LOVERRO: Jay Gruden’s long week ends with a respite

A week filled with questions, from Gruden's handling of Griffin to the quarterback's recovery from a concussion, ended with a peaceful night at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.

August 30, 2015

LOVERRO: When Redskins play Ravens on Saturday, it’ll be like visiting Bizarro World

The two teams, meeting in a preseason game in Baltimore, couldn't be any different, ranging from their stadiums to their quarterback situations to their success in recent years.

August 27, 2015

LOVERRO: Best for everybody if Robert Griffin III, Redskins say goodbye

The situation between Griffin and the Redskins took another turn this past week when the quarterback left the preseason game against the Lions with a concussion, and it's not going to get any better.

August 25, 2015

LOVERRO: Nationals would have had same problems with Cal Ripken as manager

Ripken was in "serious" discussions to replace Davey Johnson prior to last season, when the Nationals ultimately tabbed Matt Williams to lead the team, but he would have encountered many of the same issues Williams has.

August 23, 2015

LOVERRO: Hard to believe Robert Griffin III’s grip on starting job isn’t in jeopardy

Griffin's anointing as the Redskins' starting quarterback means that they've handed the reins to the player who has, so far, looked the worst of the three in two preseason games.

August 21, 2015

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