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Liam Griffin

Liam Griffin is a sports reporter for The Washington Times. A graduate of George Mason University, he previously covered local news for Patch in northern Virginia. He can be reached at lgriffin@washigntontimes.com.

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Capitals’ Oshie elected to U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame

A Washington Capitals legend will join the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame in November.

September 10, 2026

Commanders ‘all in’ on ping-pong to foster competition as NFL season kicks off

The top player on the Washington Commanders' locker room ping-pong leaderboard -- the latest effort to instill a pervasive sense of competition throughout the organization -- is punter Tress Way.

September 9, 2026

NCAA says Michigan’s Hail Mary win won’t be overturned despite MAC’s vow to appeal

Western Michigan's controversial, last-second loss to Michigan on Saturday will stand, despite the Mid-American Conference's attempt to have the result overturned, NCAA officials said Tuesday.

September 8, 2026

NFL continues weeklong spread with Wednesday opener, Thanksgiving Eve game

Pro football is no longer contained to Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays.

September 8, 2026

Commanders’ Daniels, McLaurin, Luvu named season-long captains

Commanders coach Dan Quinn doesn't typically name season-long team captains. But this year's roster forced his hand, the third-year coach said Monday.

September 7, 2026

Already low expectations for Commanders fall further after preseason struggles, injuries

Expectations are sinking for Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders, as national media members and Las Vegas oddsmakers tout concerns about injuries, roster depth and first-year coordinators David Blough and Daronte Jones.

September 6, 2026

Big Ten stands by controversial clock ruling that allowed for Michigan’s Hail Mary

Michigan's last-second Hail Mary to defeat Western Michigan 13-12 in Saturday's season opener almost never happened.

September 6, 2026

Nationals’ Wood returns from injured list

James Wood is back. The Washington Nationals' hard-hitting outfielder returned to the major league roster Wednesday after nearly a month on the injured list due to an oblique muscle injury.

September 2, 2026

Commanders’ linemen, including training camp surprise Togiai, look to dispel concerns

Undrafted offensive lineman Tanoa Togiai was one of the surprises on the Commanders' initial 53-man roster, sneaking onto the depth chart after showing off strength and quickness during training camp. With offensive line depth a lingering concern, the Utah product could be called upon sooner rather than later.

September 1, 2026

Commanders’ brass preaches confidence, comfort in face of depth concerns

The Commanders' initial 53-man roster was a rough draft at best, according to coach Dan Quinn and general manager Adam Peters. The team continued its moves around the margins on Monday, despite avoiding any splashy moves, signings or waiver acquisitions.

August 31, 2026

Mystics’ Iriafen, Citron to replace Wilson, Plum for Team USA at World Cup

Washington Mystics stars Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron will join Team USA for the upcoming FIBA World Cup in Berlin, team officials announced Monday.

August 31, 2026

Commanders keep seven receivers, just three corners in initial 53-man roster

In Washington, Sunday marked the end of several hard-fought training camp competitions. Offensive linemen, wide receivers and linebackers battled throughout the preseason to earn their spots on the depth chart.

August 30, 2026

Fruit pouches, soda and macaroni: Virginia native completes cross-country run for redemption

It took more than 300 fruit pouches, 79 boxes of macaroni and cheese, five pairs of shoes, two high-tech light therapy machines, one MRI and countless lunchtime sodas to get Collin Chartier from Denver to the District, where he ended a 2,000-mile cross-country run on Sunday.

August 30, 2026

Countdown to 53: Injuries open spots for Commanders’ hopefuls

The Washington Commanders' players and coaches have spent months preparing for this weekend -- Friday's preseason finale and Sunday's dreaded roster cutdown day.

August 27, 2026

NFL inks multiyear deals with three gambling companies

NFL officials agreed to multiyear contracts with three gambling partners on Thursday, the league announced.

August 27, 2026

Commanders’ beleaguered line struggles in joint practice with Ravens

Wednesday's joint practice against the Baltimore Ravens wasn't the crowning jewel on which the Washington Commanders and quarterback Jayden Daniels were hoping to end their training camp ahead of Friday's final preseason game.

August 26, 2026

Commanders release safety Harris with cut-down day on horizon

The Commanders' 53-man roster is taking shape as training camp winds down. The team released safety Will Harris on Tuesday morning, ending one of the tightest competitions of Washington's offseason.

August 25, 2026

Unmatched views and one-of-a-kind spectacle: Freedom 250 Grand Prix wows fans, drivers

The sound hit racing fans first. Before they found a place to watch the weekend's Freedom 250 Grand Prix festivities around the National Mall, the hum and whine -- like a swarm of furious hornets -- of race cars hitting speeds of more than 150 mph assaulted eardrums for blocks.

August 23, 2026

Racers, organizers finalize Freedom 250 Grand Prix preparations

Traffic on the National Mall will look a little different this weekend.

August 20, 2026

Bad news for big men: Commanders’ Newton ruled out indefinitely as line injuries rise

Commanders coach Dan Quinn confirmed Thursday that defensive tackle Jer'Zhan Newton will miss extended time after undergoing surgery for a torn pectoral muscle.