Nathan Fenno

Josh Wilson trying to convince LB Lofa Tatupu to join Redskins

Eighty-seven of the 89 players on the Washington Redskins' roster are taller than Josh Wilson. But what the 5-foot-9 cornerback lacks in stature, he makes up for in energy, speed and enthusiasm.

August 4, 2011

Redskins’ John Beck flying solo during QB drills

John Beck's hands were red. Bright red. The sort of red that grabs your gaze and won't let go.

August 3, 2011

After dealing Marquis and Hairston Jr., Nationals aren’t done reshaping roster

A Major League Baseball roster can be a fluid thing, never more than when the July 31 non-waiver trade deadline approaches each year.

July 30, 2011

Nationals deal Marquis to Diamondbacks

Instead of starting tonight's game for the Washington Nationals, Jason Marquis will pack his bags. A trade to send the right-hander to the Arizona Diamondbacks has been agreed upon. The deal was first reported by FOX Sports' John Morosi.

July 30, 2011

Nats’ Chien-Ming Wang roughed up by Mets in return to big leagues

Chien-Ming Wang's voice was soft, his face composed. The only sparkle came from the silver necklace dangling from his neck.

July 30, 2011

Chien-Ming Wang set for debut, armed with signature sinker

The storm had passed, so Chien-Ming Wang waited near a bog of mud and gravel that doubled as the right-field line.

July 27, 2011

Potomac Nationals’ field causes 3-way spat

The rain has ended, but the flood of harsh words from the Washington Nationals, Potomac Nationals owner Art Silber and Prince William County hasn't stopped.

July 20, 2011

All-Star break arrives on a high note for Nats

The pitch left Jordan Zimmermann's teammates in stitches. And it showed how far the Washington Nationals' right-hander has come in the 22 months since Tommy John surgery rebuilt his right elbow.

July 10, 2011

Double-A means new challenges for Nats’ phenom Bryce Harper

Yes, Bryce Harper is still 18 years old. That's easy to forget after his first three months in the minor leagues elevated his legend to levels that would make Paul Bunyan blush.

July 7, 2011

Ex-Hoya Austin Freeman faces array of driving offenses

Former Georgetown basketball standout Austin Freeman faces seven traffic offenses, including driving under the influence of alcohol, from an incident less than 48 hours after he wasn't picked in the NBA draft.

July 6, 2011

Navy grad’s baseball dreams sail away

The question pounded through Jonathan Johnston's head as he sat in an office at the Papago Park Baseball Facility in Phoenix three weeks ago.

July 3, 2011

Final Four run proves lucrative for VCU’s Shaka Smart

Shaka Smart signed an eight-year contract worth $1.2 million annually with Virginia Commonwealth University on Monday, nearly three months after leading the school to the Final Four.

June 28, 2011

Jim Riggleman leaves post with Nats over contract dispute

Nationals Park turned from celebration to chaos Thursday afternoon, leaving the Washington Nationals without a manager and acid-tongued comments flying through the thick air.

June 23, 2011

To ex-American star Moldoveanu, job market is 30 NBA teams

Vlad Moldoveanu isn't so different than the legion of recent college graduates looking for work. He received a degree in international media with a minor in history from American University on May 7, plans to start a charity in his native Romania and preps for interviews with prospective employers.

June 20, 2011