Adam Zielonka

Troy Brown Jr.’s parents, mentors for Las Vegas children, know son is ready for NBA

"I can't tell you how many people in the city would call Troy for advice or have him come talk to a group of kids and things like that," said one family friend of the Washington Wizards' first-round pick.

July 1, 2018

Quicken Loans National golfers wear ribbons for Hunter Mahan’s sister-in-law

Golfers at the Quicken Loans National began wearing orange ribbons Friday in support of Hunter Mahan's sister-in-law, who is battling leukemia.

June 29, 2018

Quicken Loans National weekend rounds will be streamed on Facebook Watch

In a partnership with Facebook, the PGA Tour will stream coverage of the Quicken Loans National on Facebook Watch on Saturday and Sunday mornings before switching to TV.

June 29, 2018

No. 14 at Quicken Loans National provides eagle chances

The 14th hole at TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm is listed as 299 yards this week, reachable for most golfers on Tour. Not all players see it as an eagle opportunity, but it's the easiest hole on the course.

June 29, 2018

Capitals re-sign Michal Kempny to four-year contract

Michal Kempny, whom the Capitals acquired just before the trade deadline last season, signed a four-year contract with an average annual value of $2.5 million, the team announced Friday.

June 29, 2018

Spaun, Landry lead Quicken Loans National as low scores surprise

Andrew Landry and J.J. Spaun shot bogey-free, 7-under 63s and share the lead after one round of the Quicken Loans National. They lead Billy Horschel and Andrew Putnam by one stroke.

June 28, 2018

Wayne Rooney officially signs with D.C. United

English forward Wayne Rooney has officially signed with D.C. United after weeks of speculation that he would join Major League Soccer.

June 28, 2018

Jayson Werth, longtime Nats outfielder, ‘done’ playing baseball

Jayson Werth, who spent the last seven seasons of his 15-year Major League career with the Washington Nationals, has retired from professional baseball -- just without using that particular word.

June 28, 2018

Ryan Kerrigan sinks chip-in playing Quicken Loans National pro-am with Jay Gruden, Chris Cooley

Washington Redskins coach Jay Gruden, defensive end Ryan Kerrigan and former tight end Chris Cooley played in the Quicken Loans National pro-am round Wednesday with PGA Tour pro Cody Gribble.

June 27, 2018

Devante Smith-Pelly signs one-year deal to return to Capitals

Devante Smith-Pelly has signed a one-year, $1 million contract with the Washington Capitals, according to reports.

June 27, 2018

Tiger Woods on uncertain future of D.C. tourney: ‘Frustrating for all of us’

The uncertain future of the Quicken Loans National is proving a source of frustration for Tiger Woods and the Washington golf community.

June 27, 2018

Maryland native Denny McCarthy will be local favorite at Quicken Loans National

Expect the crowd following Maryland native Denny McCarthy this week at the Quicken Loans National to be big. As big as his ticket allowance will permit.

June 26, 2018

Quicken Loans National preps for what could be final year in D.C.

The PGA Tour makes its annual stop in the Washington area this week with the Quicken Loans National at TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm, a course in Montgomery County. Whether the Tour will return here beyond 2018 remains a burning question.

June 26, 2018

Capitals give Tom Wilson RFA qualifying offer, but not Devante Smith-Pelly

The Washington Capitals made a qualifying offer to restricted free agent forward Tom Wilson, Wilson's agent told The Washington Times and the Capitals confirmed Monday.

June 25, 2018

Wizards introduce first-round pick Troy Brown Jr.

The Washington Wizards introduced first-round draft pick Troy Brown Jr. Monday afternoon at Capital One Arena.

June 25, 2018

John Carlson on re-signing with Capitals: ‘It’s my home’

John Carlson said Monday that it was "my intention all along" to return to the Washington Capitals as long as a new deal could get done.

June 25, 2018

Capitals promote associate coach Todd Reirden to head coach

The Washington Capitals have named Todd Reirden the franchise's 18th head coach in place of the departed Barry Trotz.

June 25, 2018

Capitals draft recap: Alexeyev headlines defense-minded class

"No words to describe this feeling," fourth-round pick Mitchell Gibson wrote on Twitter. "Thrilled and honored to be selected by the Stanley Cup Champions, Washington Capitals."

June 24, 2018

Wizards receive mixed reviews in NBA Draft grades

The Washington Wizards selected Oregon wing Troy Brown Jr. and Ukrainian combo guard Issuf Sanon in the 2018 NBA Draft. The internet's resident basketball analysts were tepid in their responses.

June 24, 2018

Wizards draft recap: Troy Brown Jr., Issuf Sanon added for guard depth

The Washington Wizards paired Troy Brown Jr., the No. 15 overall selection in the 2018 NBA Draft, with second-round pick Issuf Sanon, a young European project who also plays guard.

June 24, 2018