Adam Zielonka

Tom Wilson hit gave Zach Aston-Reese concussion and broken jaw

When Wilson leveled Zach Aston-Reese in the second period of the Washington Capitals' Game 3 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday, it broke the Penguin winger's jaw and gave him a concussion, coach Mike Sullivan said after the game.

May 1, 2018

Alex Ovechkin scores winner for 2-1 Capitals series lead

Game 3 of the Washington Capitals' second-round Stanley Cup Playoffs series with the Pittsburgh Penguins was decided on one clutch play by two old linemates, Backstrom and Alex Ovechkin. Ovechkin's game-winning goal delivered the Capitals a 4-3 win Tuesday night at PPG Paints Arena in a game marked by growing animosity between the two rivals.

May 1, 2018

Tom Wilson discusses his evolution, possible retribution

Tom Wilson is steadfast in insisting he is not a dirty player, just physical. The Washington Capitals forward discussed the evolution of his game and potential retribution that may or may not come from the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 3.

May 1, 2018

Josh Norman advances in first round of ‘Dancing with the Stars’

Washington Redskins cornerback Josh Norman gave one of the top performances of the night Monday on the premiere episode of "Dancing with the Stars: Athletes."

May 1, 2018

Nationals have fun with Capitals ‘no goal’ reference in coupon code

The Washington Nationals have declared this "Beat Pittsburgh Week" as two D.C. teams face Pittsburgh opponents. The Nationals are offering inexpensive lower-level tickets at Nationals Park with the coupon code "NOGOAL" in a sly reference to the Washington Capitals.

May 1, 2018

Capitals stay loose under playoff pressure with pregame soccer

Not everyone on the Washington Capitals is involved in their pregame soccer circle, but each player has his own preparation routine. Entering Pittsburgh with their Stanley Cup Playoff second-round series tied 1-1, staying loose is more vital than ever.

April 30, 2018

Tom Wilson, Capitals forward, will not be suspended for Game 2 hit

The NHL announced Monday morning that Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson will not have a Department of Player Safety hearing about a hit he delivered to Pittsburgh Penguins forward Brian Dumoulin in the teams' Game 2 Sunday.

April 30, 2018

Capitals even series with Penguins in dominant effort

For one day, at least, the Washington Capitals solved their issues in defending a two-goal lead, allowing them to take Game 2 of their second-round Stanley Cup Playoff series with the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-1 Sunday afternoon.

April 29, 2018

Redskins pick Tim Settle of Virginia Tech, their second defensive tackle of draft

The Washington Redskins double-dipped at defensive tackle in the 2018 NFL Draft when they selected Virginia Tech DT Tim Settle in the fifth round, No. 163 overall. One analyst has written that Settle has "a Pro Bowl ceiling."

April 28, 2018

Shaquem Griffin, one-handed linebacker, drafted by Seahawks in fifth round

The Seattle Seahawks selected Central Florida linebacker Shaquem Griffin with the No. 141 overall pick of the 2018 NFL Draft. Griffin had his left hand amputated at four years old.

April 28, 2018

Redskins draft safety Troy Apke in fourth round

The Washington Redskins returned to addressing defensive needs Saturday afternoon when they selected Penn State safety Troy Apke No. 109 overall in the fourth round of the 2018 NFL Draft.

April 28, 2018

Redskins select tackle Geron Christian in third round of NFL Draft

The Washington Redskins drafted Louisville offensive tackle Geron Christian with the No. 74 overall pick of the 2018 NFL Draft Friday night.

April 27, 2018

Redskins draft RB Derrius Guice in second round after trading back

After trading with the San Francisco 49ers to move back in the second round, the Washington Redskins used the No. 59 overall pick of the 2018 NFL Draft on running back Derrius Guice of Louisiana State University.

April 27, 2018

Barry Trotz, Capitals coach, denies report he told John Tortorella career was ending

After Thursday night's Game 1 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins, Washington Capitals coach Barry Trotz denied a report that he told Columbus Blue Jackets coach John Tortorella "I'm gone," referring to his coaching tenure in Washington.

April 26, 2018

Penguins score three in third period to come back, stun Capitals in Game 1

All three of Pittsburgh's goals came in a span of 4:49 in the third period as the Penguins pulled off a stunning comeback win, 3-2, to open their second-round series with the Washington Capitals.

April 26, 2018

Evgeni Malkin, Carl Hagelin out for Penguins

The Pittsburgh Penguins announced Wednesday that center Evgeni Malkin and winger Carl Hagelin would not play in Game 1 of their Stanley Cup Playoff series against the Washington Capitals.

April 26, 2018

Adam Greene, Maryland kicker, could go to NFL — or Wall Street

Adam Greene played at Maryland and counts longtime Baltimore Ravens kicker Matt Stover as a mentor. Despite a pro day workout for a Buffalo Bills coach, the former Terrapin doesn't see the NFL as his primary career option.

April 26, 2018

Capitals vs. Penguins: Full schedule for second-round series announced

The NHL announced the full schedule of the Washington Capitals' second-round series against the Pittsburgh Penguins Wednesday night.

April 26, 2018

Washington Times final 2018 Mock Draft: Redskins go secondary, one trade into top 5

Redskins beat writer Matthew Paras and sports reporter Adam Zielonka present their final mock draft before the real thing gets underway. The first round of the 2018 NFL Draft is Thursday, April 26, at 8 p.m.

April 26, 2018

Baker Mayfield recreates Brett Favre photo on eve of draft

A few people have seen parallels between Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield and Brett Favre.

April 26, 2018