Jacob Calvin Meyer

Wizards’ Rui Hachimura records double-double in return to Japan

The Washington Wizards lost both exhibition games versus the Golden State Warriors in Japan, but Rui Hachimura shined for the fans in his home country.

October 2, 2022

Capitals coach Peter Laviolette’s son signs contract with Penguins affiliate

Capitals coach Peter Laviolette's son, Peter Laviolette III, has signed a contract with the Wheeling Nailers of the ECHL -- an affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins.

September 28, 2022

‘You can’t replace 19 or 43’: Capitals prepare for start of season without injured Backstrom, Wilson

"You can't replace 19 or 43," Capitals veteran T.J. Oshie said about Backstrom and Wilson. "You're just not going to be able to do it. We're going to miss them, definitely."

September 27, 2022

Cowboys quarterback Prescott ‘probably not’ playing against Commanders on Sunday

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott wouldn't rule out suiting up against the Washington Commanders on Sunday, but he admitted it's a long shot.

September 27, 2022

Kyrie Irving says remaining unvaccinated cost him $100 million extension

The Brooklyn Nets star told reporters Monday that the team offered him a four-year, $100 million extension before the 2021-22 season if he changed his stance on the vaccine.

September 27, 2022

Wizards’ trio of Beal, Kuzma, Porzingis building ‘synergy’ in training camp

"It's been great. We're just all trying to figure it out, playing together. The easiest thing is that we all know how to play the game of basketball. The IQ is there," Kyle Kuzma said. "We're at that age where we're pretty much established, so it's just about making the right play and trying to win."

September 26, 2022

Commanders’ offensive line, not just Wentz, to blame for nine-sack loss to Eagles

"We didn't have time," coach Ron Rivera said. "[Wentz] had some guys open, but we didn't have time. And that's unfortunate."

September 25, 2022

Hog or dog? Commanders narrow mascot fan vote down to two options

The new Washington Commanders mascot will either be a dog or a hog.

September 25, 2022

‘Hunger’ still there for Capitals despite four straight early exits

"Every playoff loss hurts. It hurts you deep inside. It stays with you," Capitals veteran Lars Eller said. "We just haven't gotten it done the last four years. I don't know what to say other than I am still hungry. I think the hunger is still in the room."

September 22, 2022

Wizards enter training camp with questions about Beal’s return, point guard

This year's roster -- led by now-even-wealthier Bradley Beal, recently acquired Kristaps Porzingis and ascendent Kyle Kuzma -- is believed to have more upside. But the potential upside isn't without question marks.

September 22, 2022

Three questions facing the Capitals entering training camp

The Capitals are hoping they can redirect the ship coming off four straight seasons of first-round exits. But big question marks still remain.

September 21, 2022

Nationals’ season may be lost, but ‘progress’ can still be made for rebuilding club

"These guys have to understand that come next year we have to field a team. We're going to take the 26 best guys," Nationals manager Dave Martinez said. "These guys get an opportunity to show us what they can do so we have an idea of what we want to do during spring training."

September 18, 2022

Nationals and Orioles on opposite ends of the rebuilding curve

The Beltway Series that took place this week in the District -- the Orioles won both games -- offered a clear-cut juxtaposition of two franchises on opposite ends of rebuilds.

September 15, 2022

Surprising Orioles moving past their rebuild, now ‘expecting to win’

Whether or not the Orioles make the playoffs this season is, frankly, immaterial to the larger point. After four years of ignominy, the Orioles have finally put their rebuild in the past.

September 14, 2022

Lions favored in a game for first time since 2020. The opponent? Commanders

For the first time since 2020, the Detroit Lions are favored by the oddsmakers to win an NFL game.

September 14, 2022

Four fans injured in FedEx Field railing collapse file lawsuit against Commanders

Four people who were injured after a railing collapsed at FedEx Field last season are suing the Washington Commanders for $300,000 in damages.

September 13, 2022

Stephen A. Smith: Cowboys should sign Colin Kaepernick to replace injured Dak Prescott

For the sixth straight season, an NFL team has an injury at quarterback, and Colin Kaepernick's name is floated as a potential replacement.

September 12, 2022

Interim football coach Mickey Joseph becomes first Black head coach in Nebraska athletics history

The promotion didn't just make Joseph the first Black football coach in Cornhuskers history, but rather the first Black head coach for any sport in the university's history.

September 12, 2022

Taulia Tagovailoa named Big Ten Co-Offensive Player of Week

Maryland quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa on Monday was named the Big Ten Co-Offensive Player of the Week after leading the Terrapins to a 56-21 win over Charlotte on Saturday.

September 12, 2022

Report: Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott expected to miss 6-8 weeks with thumb injury

When the Washington Commanders travel to Jerry World in Week 4 to face Dallas, it's unlikely that Dak Prescott will be under center for the Cowboys.

September 12, 2022