Tommy Chalk

Tommy Chalk is a sports writer at The Washington Times. Prior to joining The Times in September of 2016, Tommy covered the NHL and NFL for FOX Sports. A 2014 graduate from the University of Maryland, Tommy worked as a freelance writer covering advanced statistics within the NHL and NFL, writing analytical articles for The Washington Post and SB Nation blog Japers' Rink. Additionally, Tommy has sports reporting experience from his time with The Post Game and The University of Maryland Philip Merrill College of Journalism's Capital News Service.

He can be reached at [email protected].

Articles by Tommy Chalk

St. Louis Blues forward Vladimir Tarasenko (91) looks on prior to the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Buffalo Sabres, Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017, in Buffalo, N.Y. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)

St. Louis Blues grant birthday wish for little girl

It's easy to get frustrated with your team, but it's important to remember that there are people out there that treat your players as heroes. Published February 21, 2017

FILE - In this April 21, 2016 file photo, Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon stands in the dugout during a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds in Cincinnati. Expectations for both Chicago baseball teams this year are high as the Cubs and White Sox lead their perspective leagues three weeks into the season. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)

Check out Joe Maddon's ridiculous RV

You could reasonably live a good life within Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon's RV. Published February 21, 2017

Baltimore Orioles' Matt Wieters follows through on a RBI single against the Detroit Tigers during the first inning of a baseball game, Saturday, Aug. 1, 2015, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)

Nationals sign catcher Matt Wieters to 2-year deal

While the closer situation may be more of a need for the Washington Nationals, they certainly secured their spot at the catcher position. Published February 21, 2017

New England Patriots' Tom Brady reacts after a two-point conversion, during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 51 football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017, in Houston. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Tom Brady's missing jersey is worth $500K

Following Super Bowl LI, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady put his jersey in a bag, and when he picked it up, it was gone. Published February 21, 2017

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick holds up a Super Bowl trophy as he addresses the crowd during a rally Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2017, in Boston, to celebrate Sunday's 34-28 win over the Atlanta Falcons in the NFL Super Bowl 51 football game in Houston. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

Bill Belichick renames his boat after Super Bowl championship

When he's not scheming to win another Super Bowl, New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick heads on a boat to kick back and relax. Published February 21, 2017

Sacramento Kings forward DeMarcus Cousins heads to the bench in the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Denver Nuggets late Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2017, in Denver. The Kings won 120-113. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

NBA 2K17 won't let you complete the DeMarcus Cousins trade

The reactions of the most recent Sacramento Kings-New Orleans Pelicans aren't playing into the Kings' favor. Published February 20, 2017

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) listens to a question during the post game press conference after a NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Landover, Md., Monday, Dec. 19, 2016. The Panthers defeated the Redskins 26-15. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

The clock is ticking: Kirk Cousins still hasn't been given a franchise tag

Since Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins season ended, speculation immediately began with the 28-year-old quarterback and his next contract. Published February 20, 2017

Naoyuki Oi, Japanese pool player, gives an awesome interview

If you can't speak English, it may be tough to give an interview in English. But Japanese pool player Naoyuki Oi got his point across. Published February 20, 2017

Miami Heat's Hassan Whiteside (21) walks on the court during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Orlando Magic, Monday, Feb. 13, 2017, in Miami. The Magic defeated the Heat 116-107. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Hassan Whiteside is having a hilarious time at the beach

The NBA All-Star Weekend allows NBA players who don't participate in the event to kick back and relax. That includes Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside, who's spending some time at the beach. Published February 20, 2017

Eastern Conference small forward Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks (34) slam dunks as Western Conference guard Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors (30) lies on the court during the first half of the NBA All-Star basketball game in New Orleans, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017. (AP Photo/Max Becherer, Pool)

Steph Curry does not want to get dunked on by the Greek Freak

When it comes to the NBA All-Star game, it's all about having fun and showcasing your skills. And, by all means, do not get embarrassed on the court. Published February 20, 2017

Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins pauses after being called for a technical foul during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the New Orleans Pelicans in Sacramento, Calif., Sunday, Feb. 12, 2017. (AP Photo/Steve Yeater)

Did we get to see the exact moment DeMarcus Cousins found out he was traded?

A camera may have caught the exact moment center DeMarcus Cousins found out he was traded from the Sacramento Kings to the New Orleans Pelicans. Published February 20, 2017

Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) and New Orleans Pelicans center Anthony Davis (23) battle for position under the basket during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Sacramento, Calif., Sunday, Feb. 12, 2017. The Kings won 105-99. (AP Photo/Steve Yeater)

Sacramento Kings ship DeMarcus Cousins to New Orleans Pelicans

The Sacramento Kings have sent All-Star center DeMarcus Cousins to the New Orleans Pelicans. Published February 20, 2017

Washington Capitals left wing Jakub Vrana (13), of Czech Republic, makes his debut against the New York Islanders during an NHL hockey game, Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016, in Washington. (AP Photo/Molly Riley)

Capitals send Jakub Vrana back to Hershey

The Washington Capitals announced Sunday that rookie forward Jakub Vrana has been sent back to the Hershey Bears in the AHL. Published February 20, 2017

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) looks on from the bench during the final minute of an NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards, Monday, Feb. 13, 2017, in Washington. The Wizards won 120-98. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Westbrook deflects Durant questions during ASG interviews, just wants to talk fashion

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook saw his longtime teammate Kevin Durant bolt for the Golden State Warriors over the summer -- and the two haven't been exactly cordial since. Published February 17, 2017

St. Louis Blues left wing David Perron (57) congratulates goalie Jake Allen (34) on his shutout as the Blues defeated the Ottawa Senators 6-0 during an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2017, in Ottawa, Ontario. (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP)

Watch this NHL goalie make a save without his helmet

St. Louis Blues goaltender Jake Allen has had a tough year with a .903 save percentage, but at least he still has a good head on his shoulders. Published February 17, 2017

Washington Nationals shortstop Trea Turner (Associated Press) **FILE**

Is Trea Turner the fastest player in the MLB? Could be, so watch how he trains

If you've tuned into any Washington Nationals game recently, chances are, you saw just how fast utility player Trea Turner is. Published February 17, 2017

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016, file photo, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff passes against the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of an NFL football game in Los Angeles. A look at the positives, negatives about each of the 6 NFL coaching vacancies, from the best (Broncos) to the worst (49ers). Why it's a good gig: Thanks mainly to Aaron Donald, the defense is respectable. Sophomore slump aside, Todd Gurley looks like the real deal at running back. There's also a young QB drafted No. 1 overall, Jared Goff, to work with. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)

Jared Goff working with successful quarterback teachers

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff has high expectations. Published February 17, 2017

FILE - In this Tuesday, July 12, 2016 file photo, American League's Mike Trout, of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, talks to the pitcher after striking out during the second inning of the MLB baseball All-Star Game, in San Diego. Trout was not hurt after being involved in a car crash following a game Wednesday night, Aug. 31, 2016. Trout did not play in Los Angeles' 3-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds. Angels general manager Billy Eppler confirmed the crash and says in a statement he's spoken to Trout and &quot;he feels fine.&quot; Eppler says Trout was at home and is planning to travel with the club Thursday to Seattle. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi, File)

Mike Trout has an insane workout

Los Angeles Angeles of Anaheim's Mike Trout is training for the start of the MLB season like everyone else...except Trout's workouts may be a bit different. Published February 17, 2017

Washington Capitals center Zach Sanford (82) celebrates his goal with Matt Niskanen (2) during the third period of an NHL hockey game as Anaheim Ducks goalie John Gibson, back, looks on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, in Washington. This was Sanford's first NHL goal. The Capitals won 6-4. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Capitals recall Zach Sanford and Jakub Vrana from Hershey

As the Washington Capitals return from their bye week, two forwards will be joining them from the Hershey Bears. Published February 17, 2017

New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) and Odell Beckham (13) walk on the field during NFL football mini camp, Wednesday, June 17, 2015, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Odell Beckham posts video to say good bye to Victor Cruz

Since Day 1 of New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr.'s career, teammate and fellow wide receiver Victor Cruz has been there. Published February 16, 2017