Adam Zielonka

Brian MacLellan doesn’t want Capitals to force Ovechkin’s 700th goal

Alex Ovechkin's ongoing quest for 700 career goals has hit a speed bump. Asked if the chase for 700 was potentially distracting the Washington Capitals, Brian MacLellan and Ovechkin had differing opinions.

Gilbert Arenas likely to make return to Washington with Big3 league

The District's basketball fans can head to Capital One Arena this July and see the return of one beloved former Wizards star -- Gilbert Arenas.

Jalen Smith, Maryland fend off Northwestern

With 22 points and a career-high 19 rebounds, Jalen Smith extended the nation's longest active double-double streak to nine games, and No. 7 Maryland beat last-place Northwestern.

Brenden Dillon acquired by Capitals from Sharks

The Washington Capitals acquired defenseman Brenden Dillon from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for a second-round draft pick in 2020 and a conditional third-round draft pick in 2021.

Ron Jans, FC Cincinnati coach, resigns amid racial slur investigation

Paul Arriola, D.C. United midfielder, out indefinitely with ACL injury

D.C. United midfielder Paul Arriola will miss several months with an ACL injury suffered in the team's preseason game Saturday.

Maryland’s mental toughness a key to sustained success

It's hard to call mental toughness the only problem the Maryland Terrapins have faced in years past, but for how often Mark Turgeon and Anthony Cowan preach staying balanced, they seem to believe it's a solution.

Emma Meesseman, WNBA Finals MVP, re-signs with Mystics

The Washington Mystics re-signed forward Emma Meesseman, the 2019 WNBA Finals MVP from Belgium, marking the last big free-agent decision the defending champions had to make.

Maryland climbs two spots to No. 7 in men’s basketball poll

The Maryland Terrapins moved up two spots to No. 7 in the country two days after pulling out a 67-60 road victory over Michigan State.

Anthony Rendon strikes forgiving tone over Astros’ cheating

Speaking at Los Angeles Angels' spring training Monday, former Nationals star Anthony Rendon noted that others around the sport were quick to hammer the Houston Astros down and "just kill them," adding that "you can forgive them, but that doesn't mean you have to forget."

Jennifer Hudson, Common hailed for Kobe Bryant tributes at NBA-All Star Game

At the NBA All-Star Game, Jennifer Hudson sang "For All We Know (We May Meet Again)" during a pre-game tribute to Kobe Bryant, who died in a tragic plane crash along with his daughter in January.

Rob Manfred defends not suspending Astros players: ‘They have paid a price’

Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred defended his decision not to punish any Houston Astros players following an investigation that determined the 2017 Astros used a system of live cameras and banging on trash cans to steal opposing pitchers' signs.

Capitals players swap out wedding rings with tattoos

The Washington Capitals must be apart from their wives and girlfriends this Valentine's Day. But T.J. Oshie, Braden Holtby, Nic Dowd and Nick Jensen can remember their loved ones by looking down at the wedding ring tattoos imprinted on their fingers -- a trend growing popular among NHL players and non-athletes alike.

Old Glory DC introduces rugby star Tendai Mtawarira before home debut

Tendai Mtawarira had options, but he realized a desire to, as he put it, give back to rugby more than he takes. The 34-year-old nicknamed "Beast," considered one of the best rugby players in the world, signed with Major League Rugby expansion franchise Old Glory DC.

Jay Bouwmeester, Blues defenseman, ‘doing very well’ after heart scare during game

St. Louis Blues defenseman Jay Bouwmeester remains in the hospital to undergo further tests Wednesday after experiencing a "cardiac episode" and losing consciousness on the bench during Tuesday's game.

Nationals report to spring training: 5 questions facing champs in 2020

The Washington Nationals' pitchers and catchers reported Wednesday to spring training West Palm Beach, Florida. They'll hold their first workout Thursday and be joined by the rest of the team next Tuesday. Now it's time to get back to work.

Myles Garrett reinstated by NFL after helmet-swinging incident

The NFL reinstated Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett on Wednesday. Garrett was suspended indefinitely after Week 11 of the 2019 season after taking Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph's helmet and swinging it at his head.

Elena Delle Donne, reigning WNBA MVP, re-signs with Mystics

The Washington Mystics announced they have re-signed Elena Delle Donne, the 2019 WNBA MVP, to a four-year contract.

XFL teams still adjusting to advanced point-after rules

No XFL team attempted a 3-point try after a touchdown in Week 1 of the season, and coaches admitted they're going to need more time to figure out the right way to utilize the three options at their disposal.

Evgeny Kuznetsov, Washington Capitals center, day to day with upper-body injury

Washington Capitals center Evgeny Kuznetsov is listed as day to day after suffering an upper-body injury in Monday's game against the New York Islanders.