Deron Snyder

SNYDER: Hewitt is a safe pick, but is he the right one?

There's no way of knowing how a new coach will do, though there's rarely a shortage of snap judgments. Typical reactions range from "perfect fit" and "great move," to "bad choice" and "what were they thinking?"

May 2, 2011

SNYDER: Ramos shows he catches on quickly

When you're young, gifted and blocked, progress is measured in baby steps, often escaping notice. There are signposts that a historian will laugh at in retrospect, moments that eventually mean nothing in the arc of a career.

April 28, 2011

Off the DL, Henry Rodriguez turns up heat in Nats´ bullpen

The Nationals' bullpen has been a hot commodity this season. Adding relief pitcher Henry Rodriguez to the mix could mean an increase in heat.

April 27, 2011

SNYDER: GMU right in drawing line on coach’s salary

Many George Mason fans are upset that the school didn't do more to keep men's basketball coach Jim Larranaga, who last week resigned to accept the job at Miami.

April 25, 2011

SNYDER: McNabb affair must end for good of team

It seems like a long time ago. The savior was conducting his first minicamp, to rave reviews. The centerpiece was on full display, to everyone's delight. And the reject was donning silver and black, to find restoration in Oakland.

April 21, 2011

SNYDER: Nats’ start same as last year but with different feel

The Nationals are 8-7 through their first 15 games this season, just like last season. This season, however, has a much different vibe.

April 18, 2011

SNYDER: Cora provides guidance while playing the game

Nationals utility man Alex Cora had never been released from a ballclub in 11 years as a major leaguer. Then it happened twice last year, by the New York Mets and Texas Rangers. He spent September watching games, waiting for a call and wondering if he was done.

April 14, 2011

SNYDER: Next season in doubt but Wizards in good position

The Wizards are assured of a record worse than last season's 26-56, as they head into Wednesday's season finale with 23 wins. But only one thing has dampened the atmosphere at the Verizon Center the past couple of weeks, and it's not the Wizards' level of play or their potential next season.

April 11, 2011

SNYDER: Caps can’t go wrong with 3 solid goalies

Once again, it's time to check off some items on my "TIDU List" - Things I Don't Understand: c How the Capitals can go wrong with either goalie.

April 7, 2011

SNYDER: Seeing red on proposals to pay NCAA athletes

Defending the NCAA status quo is increasingly difficult when the men's basketball title game begins at 9:23 p.m. and Texas signs a $300 million deal to create the Longhorn Network.

April 4, 2011

SNYDER: Despite Wizards’ struggles, Wall offers hope

As far as measuring sticks go, the Wizards should shoot for playoff contention before comparing themselves to the Heat. But winning titles is the ultimate goal for Washington, and one day that might include beating out Miami for the Southeast division crown.

March 30, 2011

SNYDER: Wizards shoot for rivalry with Heat in future

As far as measuring sticks go, the Wizards should shoot for playoff contention before comparing themselves to the Heat. But winning titles is the ultimate goal for Washington, and one day that might include beating out Miami for the Southeast Division crown.

March 30, 2011