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Ravens intend to make Jackson the highest-paid player in football — again

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson became the highest-paid player in the NFL when he signed a $260 million contract in 2023. His next extension will dwarf that, coach John Harbaugh said Monday.

March 31, 2025

Ovechkin scores, inches closer to history as Capitals fall to Sabres

Wayne Gretzky's NHL goals record is in danger. After scoring his 890th career goal in Sunday's 8-5 result against the Buffalo Sabres, Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin is five goals from passing the Great One.

March 30, 2025

Nationals mark season opener with pageantry celebrating America’s pastime

Optimism filled the Navy Yard air on Thursday as the Washington Nationals pumped up the pageantry for their season opener against the Philadelphia Phillies.

March 27, 2025

Stressed federal workers seek comfort of baseball, hot dogs and cold brews amid uncertain futures

The cherry blossoms are blooming, and the Nationals are back in the District to open the MLB season on Thursday. Spring couldn't come fast enough for current and former federal workers who've endured a turbulent winter.

March 26, 2025

League-leading Capitals set their sights on President’s Cup

The Washington Capitals have clinched a playoff berth and home-ice advantage in the first round. Next up: clinching the Metropolitan Division en route to a potential run at the President's Cup as the NHL's top regular season team.

March 26, 2025

LeBron James takes aim at Stephen A. Smith, defends son during ESPN interview

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James defended his son as he fired back at ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith on Wednesday, weeks after an on-court argument at a New York Knicks game became social media fodder.

March 26, 2025

NWSL’s Boston franchise announces new name, ditches ‘Too many balls’ campaign

One of the National Women's Soccer League's two new franchises next year will be called the Boston Legacy Football Club, it announced Wednesday. The change comes five months after the initial name, BOS Nation FC, and marketing campaign, with the slogan "Too many balls," drew outrage from fans.

March 26, 2025

World Series champion Dodgers to visit Trump, White House next month

The reigning world champion Los Angeles Dodgers will visit President Trump's White House in two weeks, joining a slew of title teams accepting invitations.

March 26, 2025

Maryland women enter Sweet 16 matchup against South Carolina as heavy underdogs

The Maryland women's basketball team squeaked into the Sweet 16 after a double-overtime win against Alabama. Their reward? A date with the defending national champions from South Carolina on Friday.

March 25, 2025

Chiefs to visit White House five years after Super Bowl win

The Kansas City Chiefs lost last month's Super Bowl to the Philadelphia Eagles, but some of them will still head to the White House for a celebration. President Trump announced that he'd invite the 2020 champions to the District, five years after they lifted the Lombardi Trophy.

March 23, 2025

Nationals unveil new ‘City Connect’ jersey for franchise’s 20th anniversary

The Washington Nationals unveiled their new "City Connect" uniforms on Sunday morning, replacing the fan-favorite grey and pink jerseys that debuted in 2022.

March 23, 2025

Maryland women bring spark plug 16-year-old to NCAA tournament run

The Maryland Terrapins have a secret weapon. Her name is Sophie Rupolo. She's 16 years old and -- despite a rare genetic disorder -- has become the squad's inspiration as the team enters the NCAA Tournament fray on Saturday.

March 20, 2025

Celtics sell for $6.1 billion, passing Commanders’ record price

The Boston Celtics sold for a record-setting $6.1 billion to private equity billionaire William Chisholm, the team announced Thursday.

March 20, 2025

U.S. men’s soccer coach says team can win World Cup with Trump’s pressure

A World Cup is possible for the U.S. men's soccer team, coach Mauricio Pochettino says -- if it can get a helping hand from President Trump.

March 20, 2025

Mount St. Mary’s makes Cinderella case after beating American in First Four

Mount St. Mary's is still dancing. After defeating American 83-72 in a First Four matchup on Wednesday night, the Mountaineers are making a case to be this year's NCAA Tournament Cinderella darling.

March 20, 2025

March gambling madness: Expansion of sports betting sparks addiction concerns

For every buzzer-beater and upset at this year's NCAA Basketball Tournaments, there will be legions of bettors praising and cursing the heroes of March Madness in almost equal measure.

March 19, 2025

Commanders import more mentors to push young core toward Super Bowl

Cornerback Jonathan Jones and defensive end Deatrich Wise are experts in "The Patriot Way." But after spending their entire careers in New England, the veterans will blend that legendary culture with the tight-knit camaraderie of the upstart Washington Commanders.

March 18, 2025

Michigan baseball player apologizes for drug-inspired celebration

Michigan infielder Mitchell Voit was feeling good during Sunday's 11-0 victory over USC. So good that when he legged out a triple, he mimed snorting the third base line after sliding into the bag.

March 18, 2025

Wizards to donate basketballs, shirts to 29,000 students at D.C. schools

The Washington Wizards aren't among the leaders in any key statistical categories in the NBA, but they're going to be No. 1 in assists in the District after handing out 29,000 basketballs.

March 18, 2025

Ovechkin, Hockey Hall of Fame, collectors vie for collectibles as Russian nears Gretzky record

Everybody wants a piece of history. Collectors, the Hockey Hall of Fame and memorabilia companies are all looking to the Washington Capitals and Alex Ovechkin as he approaches Wayne Gretzky's NHL goals record.

March 17, 2025