Matthew Paras

Jakub Vrana’s ‘tugging war’ with coaching staff leads to trade

Vrana's inclusion in the Capitals' blockbuster trade Monday with the Detroit Red Wings came as a shock to most fans. But general manager Brian MacLellan said Vrana's role -- or more specifically, the 25-year-old's frustration with that role -- was a factor in shipping him to the Red Wings for winger Anthony Mantha.

April 13, 2021

Anthony Mantha acquired by Capitals in blockbuster trade

The Capitals traded winger Jakub Vrana, Richard Panik, a first-round pick and a second-round pick to the Detroit Red Wings in exchange for winger Anthony Mantha -- a blockbuster deal that signifies Washington's pursuit of another Stanley Cup. The team also acquired winger Michael Raffl from the Philadelphia Flyers for a fifth-round pick, adding forward depth.

April 12, 2021

Wizards, Capitals set dates for return of fans at Capital One Arena

The Wizards will host fans starting April 21 against the Golden State Warriors. The Capitals will do so on April 27 against the New York Islanders.

April 12, 2021

Mac McClung set to enter transfer portal again

The former Georgetown star tweeted Sunday he will leave Texas Tech as he prepares for the upcoming NBA draft and also enter the transfer portal. McClung wrote that his priority is preparing for the draft, but will explore his options for other schools.

April 12, 2021

Trey Lance feels out of Washington’s price range

According to former general manager Michael Lombardi, if Trey Lance starts to slide past the fourth pick -- held by the Atlanta Falcons -- then Rivera and Co. will "go get his [expletive]."

April 11, 2021

Dr. Robin West no longer Washington team physician after Inova cuts ties

Inova Health System announced Friday it will discontinue its role as the team physicians for the Washington Football Team -- parting ways with the team after five years. The decision means that Dr. Robin West and her staff will no longer work with the franchise.

April 2, 2021

Ryan Fitzpatrick will face competition in training camp

Ryan Fitzpatrick will enter training camp atop the depth chart, but he'll have to earn the starting job through a competition. That competition could even include a rookie quarterback as Rivera didn't dismiss the idea of drafting a signal-caller.

April 1, 2021

Rui Hachimura, with the help of Russell Westbrook, becoming ‘force’ on offensive end

Rui Hachimura has a nickname for Russell Westbrook. The Washington Wizards forward calls him "Senpai," which means senior in Japanese.

March 31, 2021

NFL approves sale, loan for Dan Snyder to buy out minority partners

NFL owners on Wednesday unanimously approved Dan Snyder's plan to spend $875 million to buy out three minority partners in the franchise, including a $450 million loan from the league to help the Washington owner re-acquire the 40.5% stake.

March 31, 2021

Russell Westbrook responds to Stephen A. Smith criticism: ‘I don’t have to be an NBA champion’

Stephen A. Smith isn't impressed with Russell Westbrook. Responding to the Wizards guard's historic night in which Westbrook became the first player to record a triple-double with 35 points and more than 20 assists, the ESPN commentator said Westbrook's accomplishment Monday meant "absolutely nothing" because he hasn't won a championship.

March 31, 2021

Washington adds extra road game against Bills with 17th game

The NFL officially approved adding a 17th game for next season on Tuesday at the league's annual owners meetings. For the Washington Football Team, that means having to face another quality opponent -- on the road, no less.

March 30, 2021

Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah could be what Washington needs at linebacker

Despite an aggressive approach to free agency, linebacker remains one of the team's biggest holes on the roster. Ron Rivera openly wondered last week if Washington had enough depth at the position -- and he's been critical of the spot in the past, as well. Luckily for Washington, this draft appears to have strong upside at linebacker.

March 30, 2021

Russell Westbrook makes triple-doubles look easy. Don’t take them for granted, Wizards say

When Westbrook retires one day, his lasting on-court legacy will arguably be the frequency -- and the seeming ease -- in which he records a triple-double. In Monday's 132-124 win over the Indiana Pacers, Westbrook surpassed Darrell Walker as the Wizards' all-time leader in the category with 16.

March 30, 2021

Bradley Beal out against Pacers with hip injury

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal will miss Monday's game against the Indiana Pacers with a right hip contusion. Wizards coach Scott Brooks said Beal is day to day with the injury and will be evaluated again for Tuesday's game against the Charlotte Hornets.

March 29, 2021

Ryan Fitzpatrick to Adam Humphries: ‘Let’s run it back’

When Ryan Fitzpatrick got wind that Adam Humphries was considering Washington in free agency, the quarterback sent a series of texts to his former teammate, including a few video clips of their connections in Tampa Bay.

March 29, 2021

Alysha Clark to miss Mystics season with foot injury

Washington Mystics forward Alysha Clark will miss the upcoming season with a right foot injury -- a major blow to a Mystics team with championship aspirations. Coach Mike Thibault announced the news Monday that Clark suffered the injury while playing overseas in France.

March 29, 2021

Deshaun Watson’s sexual assault cases now at 19

Three more cases were filed against Deshaun Watson on Sunday, bringing the total number of lawsuits accusing the Houston Texans quarterback of sexual misconduct to 19.

March 29, 2021

Giants, Cowboys tap free agency in push to knock off Washington

Washington isn't the only team that sees the East as up for grabs. With the first wave of free agency over, the New York Giants, Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles appeared to have all made strides to improve their rosters.

March 28, 2021

Adam Humphries signs with Washington Football Team

The Washington Football Team signed veteran receiver Adam Humphries to a one-year deal Thursday, giving the team an experienced option in the slot as it looks to upgrade the offense.

March 25, 2021

Wizards get involved in busy day of NBA trade action

Roughly three hours before Thursday's NBA trade deadline, Washington Wizards star Bradley Beal ominously tweeted: "Here we go!!!" The tweet was shared hundreds of times within minutes with those eager for deals anxiously waiting to see if Beal's tweet meant that he could be on the move.

March 25, 2021