Todd Dybas

Wilson Ramos sees perseverance, hard work pay off with All-Star Game appearance

When his name is announced during Tuesday night's introductions in San Diego, Ramos' quiet demeanor backed by broad-shouldered hard work will receive confirmation of his value. He thought this could be possible.

July 11, 2016

Nationals head into all-star break with improved vibe and results than a year ago

The Nationals' 3-2 win over the Mets on Sunday ties the most wins prior to the all-star break in franchise history, as the offense and atmosphere in the clubhouse is much improved from a year ago.

July 10, 2016

Daniel Murphy, Max Scherzer continue their dominance of the New York Mets

Murphy is hitting over .400 this season against his former club. Scherzer has allowed two earned runs in his last four starts against Washington's National League East rival.

July 10, 2016

Max Scherzer added to National League all-star team

Shortly after New York Mets manager Terry Collins caused head scratches by adding Bartolo Colon to the all-star team, Scherzer was also named to the roster.

July 8, 2016

Trea Turner recalled by Nationals, Ryan Zimmerman placed on 15-day disabled list

Lucas Giolito was sent back to the minor leagues to make room for Turner and Michael A. Taylor. Zimmerman's down year continues with a trip to the disabled list.

July 8, 2016

Kevin Durant’s signing sends shockwaves felt by Wizards

Durant's decision to leave the Thunder for the Golden State Warriors rumbled through the league in various ways, including in Washington, and influenced the futures for dozens of players.

July 7, 2016

Kelly Oubre Jr. remains a key project for Washington Wizards

Oubre is preparing for his second stint at the Las Vegas Summer League. Knowing he has a lot to work on, the second-year player spent the offseason "in the trenches working out."

July 6, 2016

Sidney Lowe gets his long-awaited chance to coach John Wall

Almost 10 years after Sidney Lowe tried to recruit John Wall to North Carolina State, he'll finally get a chance to coach the all-star point guard as a member of the Washington Wizards' coaching staff.

July 5, 2016

Wizards snag role players after top free agents sign elsewhere

The Washington Wizards pursue of pieces rather than bedrock during the tumultuous opening weekend of NBA free agency.

July 3, 2016

Bradley Beal agrees to re-sign with Wizards, according to reports

Beal was a restricted free agent who said at the end of the season he expected to be back with the team. The Wizards never wavered in their comments about retaining Beal.

July 1, 2016

Kevin Durant likely not coming to Washington, so Wizards try to figure out what’s next

Washington enters the free-agent period with questions, cash and a baseline to start from. That means work done now will have a large influence later.

June 30, 2016

Sammy Solis has become Nationals’ go-to lefty reliever since call-up from minors

Solis didn't make the Nationals out of spring training. But since being called up on April 27, the reliever has overpowered hitters and become manager Dusty Baker's left-handed choice in tough spots.

June 29, 2016

Lucas Giolito, Nationals’ top prospect, waits out rain delay to make major-league debut

Giolito had to wait nearly an hour to take a major league mound for the first time on Tuesday night. The Nationals' top prospect was thrown into the heat of a burgeoning National League East pennant race.

June 28, 2016

Stephen Strasburg throws bullpen session as MRI shows no further back strain issues

An MRI taken Monday revealed no further problems with Strasburg's upper back strain, much to the pleasure of Nationals manager Dusty Baker.

June 28, 2016

Lucas Giolito will be called up by Nationals to make his major league debut

Giolito is ranked by many as the top prospect in the minor leagues, not just in the Nationals' farm system. He was in major league camp this spring and has pitched for the Double-A Harrisburg Senators this season.

June 27, 2016

USA Basketball reveals men’s 2016 Olympic roster

After several major players pulled out of the Olympics, the men's roster has been set. It does not read like the dominant teams of the past, but still carries several prominent names.

June 27, 2016

Stephen Strasburg placed on the 15-day disabled list

The Washington Nationals placed Strasburg on the 15-day disabled list on Sunday because of an upper back strain that has caused him to miss his last two starts.

June 26, 2016

Washington Wizards go quietly through draft night

Wizards reportedly sign two players after the draft, but decided not to hop in and instead chose to move on with ample salary cap space.

June 24, 2016

NBA draft expected to be a quiet time for Washington Wizards

The Wizards will go into Thursday's draft with no picks, though there is a chance they could move into the second round or find help from past second-round picks.

June 22, 2016

Stephen Strasburg scratched from start against Los Angeles Dodgers

Monday night's game was supposed to be one of the showdowns of the season thus far. Instead, Strasburg did not pitch because of an upper back strain.

June 21, 2016