Jacob Calvin Meyer

Angler catches record 33-pound, 49-inch muskellunge in Maryland

An angler in Maryland set the state's first fishing record of 2022 in early March when he reeled in a 33-pound, 49-inch muskellunge, according to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.

March 23, 2022

Nationals avoid arbitration with Soto and Bell, but far apart on Robles

The only arbitration-eligible player on the Nationals who hasn't come to an agreement with the team on his 2022 salary is Victor Robles.

March 23, 2022

Nationals avoid arbitration with pitchers Ross, Fedde, Rainey, Voth

The Washington Nationals on Tuesday agreed on 2022 salaries with pitchers Joe Ross, Erick Fedde, Tanner Rainey and Austin Voth, but they could not settle with Juan Soto, Josh Bell or Victor Robles.

March 22, 2022

LeBron James’ secret to ignoring Lakers haters: ‘Drink wine or tequila every night’

"I could care less about what the narrative about our team is," James said. "At my point in my career, I don't get involved in that stuff. I don't read about it, I don't hear it too much. I go home, drink wine or tequila every night and if I'm at my house in LA I'm watching a movie with the kids or I'm playing 'Madden.'"

March 22, 2022

Warren Moon doesn’t see Colin Kaepernick getting another chance in NFL

"I just don't know if he's going to get that opportunity," Moon said. "I just don't think the NFL wants that subject back into the league."

March 22, 2022

Donations to Cleveland Rape Crisis Center soar after Browns trade for Watson

After the Browns traded for quarterback Deshaun Watson on Friday, football fans angered about the deal flooded the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center with donations.

March 22, 2022

Bradley Beal: Wizards need another star to be competitive

As a guest on NBC Sports Washington's post-game show Monday night following the Wizards' 115-97 loss to the Rockets, injured guard Bradley Beal said, first and foremost, the team needs one more star to be a contender.

March 22, 2022

Gregory blames Jones for him leaving Dallas for Denver, calls Cowboys fans ‘toxic’

Randy Gregory spurned the Cowboys, and now he's pointing the finger at Dallas owner Jerry Jones for his peculiar exit.

March 21, 2022

QB carousel continues turning as Falcons sign Mariota, Saints stick with Winston

The top two picks in the 2015 NFL Draft are now set to be starting quarterbacks in the same division.

March 21, 2022

Capitals add more depth at deadline, trade for Coyotes forward Johan Larsson

The Washington Capitals made another trade Monday afternoon to bolster their forward depth.

March 21, 2022

Colts acquire Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan in trade

The Indianapolis Colts have a new quarterback to replace Carson Wentz.

March 21, 2022

College basketball fans unhappy with officiating during March Madness

Fans on Sunday took to social media to express their displeasure with the officiating during the tournament -- especially in the Illinois-Houston game.

March 21, 2022

Capitals acquire Kraken forward Marcus Johansson ahead of NHL trade deadline

The Washington Capitals are bringing in at least one reinforcement ahead of the NHL's 3 p.m. trade deadline -- and it's a familiar face.

March 21, 2022

Browns receive blowback after releasing statements about ‘extensive’ research into Watson

The challenges regarding Watson, who has been accused by nearly two dozen women of sexual assault and sexual misconduct, are far from over, and NFL fans were quick to remind the Browns organization of that fact on Sunday when the team posted statements from its owner, general manager and coach on Twitter.

March 20, 2022

Colts’ Taylor ‘sad’ about Wentz trade to Commanders

Is Carson Wentz a bad leader? The Colts' best player last season doesn't think so.

March 20, 2022

Father-son moment: Astros manager Dusty Baker, Nationals prospect exchange lineup cards before game

In a heartwarming father-son moment, Astros manager Dusty Baker and Nationals prospect Darren Baker exchanged lineup cards before the Houston-Washington spring training game on Sunday afternoon.

March 20, 2022

Reports: Maryland eyeing Seton Hall’s Willard as Terrapins’ next coach

After the program's worst season since the early 1990s, the Maryland Terrapins believe they have found their new men's basketball coach.

March 20, 2022

Ovechkin mocks Carolina fans with boo-louder hand sign after game-winning score

The boo birds have been out for Alex Ovechkin, and on Friday he did his part to silence them.

March 20, 2022

Wizards, D.C. fans give Russell Westbrook warm welcome in return to Capital One Arena

Russell Westbrook on Saturday was greeted with a warm welcome from Wizards fans as well as a tribute video from his former team.

March 20, 2022

Nelson Cruz’s secret to hitting for power in his 40s: Naps

Designated hitter Nelson Cruz said Thursday that he believes signing with the Nationals -- considered by many to be rebuilding team -- was the "right call." He described his excitement to hit alongside fellow Dominican Republic product Juan Soto and discussed his approach to being a leader as he prepares for Year 18 of his MLB career.

March 17, 2022