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Former slugger Joey Gallo to become latest to start pitching to extend MLB career

Joey Gallo, who slugged 208 home runs while maintaining a .194 average throughout his 10-season career, was released by the Chicago White Sox on Sunday. He took to social media, saying he'd be the latest position player to start pitching to extend his career.

March 17, 2025

UNC athletic director says injury caused WVU snub, Tar Heels’ inclusion

Bubba Cunningham had some explaining to do on Sunday night. The NCAA selection committee head and North Carolina athletic director was forced into the spotlight to justify the Tar Heels' inclusion in this year's NCAA Tournament at the expense of bubble squads like West Virginia.

March 17, 2025

Maryland leads contingent of District-area squads into March Madness

Bring on the upsets, Cinderella runs and buzzer-beaters. The NCAA Tournament field is set -- six teams from the District, Maryland and Virginia are going dancing.

March 16, 2025

Hoops legend backs Clark as media, fans talk racial dynamics, rivalry and athletic achievement

Women's basketball legend Cheryl Miller has had enough of perceived Caitlin Clark slander. The Hall of Famer tore into "big dummies" who criticize the Indiana Fever's three-point-shooting sensation.

March 16, 2025

Virginia track runner accused of assaulting opponent supported by NAACP at rally

A Virginia high schooler accused of criminal assault after bashing an opposing track runner in the head at a meet earlier this month is being unfairly punished, according to her community NAACP and other supporters.

March 16, 2025

ESPN’s Dick Vitale tears up during final broadcast of season: ‘Cancer sucks’

Legendary ESPN announcer Dick Vitale fought off tears during Saturday's ACC semifinal matchup between North Carolina and Duke. The 85-year-old said Saturday's broadcast would be his last of the season.

March 16, 2025

Kupp, Hopkins look to extend careers after signing with Seahawks, Ravens

The NFL never sleeps. Wide receivers DeAndre Hopkins and Cooper Kupp highlighted the latest wave of free agency over the weekend, signing sizable contracts with the Baltimore Ravens and Seattle Seahawks respectively, as the league marches through the offseason and toward April's draft.

March 16, 2025

Commanders’ turnaround flips Washington from dumping ground to free agent destination

New ownership, new management and a run to the NFC championship in coach Dan Quinn's first season have made the Washington Commanders one of the league's top free-agent destinations this year.

March 13, 2025

Receiver Noah Brown re-signs with Commanders on one-year deal

Veteran receiver Noah Brown will be back with the Washington Commanders for another season after agreeing to a one-year deal Thursday, according to multiple reports.

March 13, 2025

Virginia sprinter who hit high school track opponent with baton charged with assault

The Virginia high schooler who hit an opponent in the head with a baton during a track meet has been criminally charged.

March 13, 2025

Commanders sign former Patriots defensive end Deatrich Wise, cornerback Jonathan Jones

The Commanders continued their free agency frenzy on Wednesday, signing a pair of former New England Patriots defenders. The team agreed to deals with cornerback Jonathan Jones and defensive lineman Deatrich Wise Jr.

March 12, 2025

QB Marcus Mariota returning to Commanders on one-year deal

Quarterback Marcus Mariota is sticking with the Washington Commanders. The journeyman backup agreed to a one-year deal Wednesday to return for a second season in Washington, according to multiple reports.

March 12, 2025

Commanders, defensive tackle Eddie Goldman agree on one-year contract

The Washington Commanders added more defensive line depth Wednesday to fill the role vacated by the recently released Jonathan Allen. Washington agreed to a one-year deal with veteran defensive tackle Eddie Goldman, according to multiple reports.

March 12, 2025

West Virginia coach bans players from TikTok dances: ‘We try to have a hard edge’

Fans won't see any West Virginia football players hitting the renegade dance on TikTok this year. New coach Rich Rodriguez said he's limiting what players can do on the popular social media app.

March 12, 2025

Spirit star Trinity Rodman floats move overseas: ‘Matter of when’

A move to another country could be in the cards for Washington Spirit and U.S. Women's National Team forward Trinity Rodman, she said this week. But the 22-year-old said she isn't in any rush to leave the District.

March 12, 2025

Commanders re-sign running back Jeremy McNichols on one-year deal

The Washington Commanders have agreed to re-sign another familiar face.

March 11, 2025

Capitals ticket prices soar as Ovechkin approaches NHL goals record

History doesn't come cheap. Tickets to see the Washington Capitals have skyrocketed to eye-watering prices as superstar Alex Ovechkin narrows in on Wayne Gretzky's NHL goals record.

March 11, 2025

Commanders agree to sign former Saints safety Will Harris

The Washington Commanders have agreed to sign former New Orleans Saints safety Will Harris.

March 11, 2025

Super Bowl champion Eagles receive, accept White House invitation

The Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles are coming to the District. The team received a White House invitation on Monday and "enthusiastically accepted," according to the administration.

March 11, 2025

Capitals’ voice Joe Beninati gets to call Alex Ovechkin’s potential record-breaking goal

Washington Capitals fans can breathe a little easier. Local play-by-play announcer Joe Beninati will get to call Alex Ovechkin's record-breaking 895th goal, even if the score occurs on a national broadcast, the team announced Tuesday.

March 11, 2025