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Tommy Chalk

tchalk@washingtontimes.com

Tommy Chalk is a sports writer at The Washington Times. Prior to joining The Times in September of 2016, Tommy covered the NHL and NFL for FOX Sports. A 2014 graduate from the University of Maryland, Tommy worked as a freelance writer covering advanced statistics within the NHL and NFL, writing analytical articles for The Washington Post and SB Nation blog Japers' Rink. Additionally, Tommy has sports reporting experience from his time with The Post Game and The University of Maryland Philip Merrill College of Journalism's Capital News Service.
He can be reached at tchalk@washingtontimes.com.

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FILE - In this Jan. 12, 2016, file photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady takes questions from members of the media before an NFL football practice, in Foxborough, Mass. Brady says his decision not to pursue his appeal of a four-game suspension in the &quot;Deflategate&quot; saga was &quot;a personal decision.&quot;The four-time Super Bowl winner spoke for the first time Friday, Aug. 5, 2016, at New England's training camp. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)

If you donate $10, you could hang out with Tom Brady, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck

Do you consider yourself the most Boston-centric person in the entire world? Well, then there is a promotion tailor-made for you.

September 30, 2016

In this Sept. 25, 2016, file photo, Cleveland Browns wide receiver Terrelle Pryor (11) eyes the goal line as he heads in for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)

Browns’ Terrelle Pryor says he’s not worried about Redskins’ Josh Norman

While Washington Redskins' John Norman is among the NFL's top corners, wide receiver Terrelle Pryor is a dangerous weapon for the Cleveland Browns to possess.

September 30, 2016

In this Sept. 10, 2004, file photo, Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz smiles in the dugout after hitting a solo home run against the Seattle Mariners in the sixth inning of a baseball game at Safeco Field in Seattle. Ortiz transformed the Boston Red Sox from a cursed franchise to a three-time World Series champion. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren, File)

David Ortiz image cut in Fenway Park outfield

Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz is about to play in his final regular season game at Fenway Park, a place he has called home since 2003.

September 30, 2016

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J.J. Watt reportedly has season-ending surgery

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt had back surgery Thursday, and, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter, it is expected to be season-ending.

September 30, 2016

Los Angeles Dodgers' Yasiel Puig waves to Vin Scully, a Hall of Fame broadcaster who called his final regular season home game of his career covering the Dodgers, at a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies in Los Angeles, Sunday, Sept. 25, 2016. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Yasiel Puig makes Dodgers fan do 50 pushups for bat

You want a Yasiel Puig bat? Then you better drop and do 50.

September 30, 2016

Fans gather around a memorial for Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez outside Marlins Park stadium, Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2016, in Miami. Fernandez was killed in a weekend boating crash along with two friends. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

Jose Fernandez’s high school jersey may have been stolen at candlelight vigil

School officials say a Jose Fernandez high school jersey that hung on the fence at Alonso High School during a candlelight vigil for the Miami Marlins pitcher has gone missing.

September 29, 2016

Golden State Warriors' Draymond Green, left, and Kevin Durant pose for photos during NBA basketball media day Monday, Sept. 26, 2016, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Draymond Green is fine with hearing boos, because eventually he’ll end up laughing

Draymond Green knows that they are now the bad guys of the NBA.

September 29, 2016

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) passes in the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in New Orleans, Monday, Sept. 26, 2016. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Drew Brees set to return to San Diego for the first time in 10 years

The Saints visit San Diego this Sunday, and it will be the first time Brees has played in San Diego since Dec. 31, 2005.

September 29, 2016

Buffalo Bills head coach Rex Ryan talks to media members after an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2016, in Orchard Park, N.Y. Buffalo won 33-18. (AP Photo/Bill Wippert)

Buffalo Bills head coach Rex Ryan pranks Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman

Rex Ryan has been in a cheeky mood all week leading up to his Buffalo Bills matchup against the New England Patriots.

September 29, 2016

In this March 7, 2016, file photo, Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning speaks during his retirement announcement at the teams headquarters in Englewood, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

Peyton Manning toboggans down the Great Wall of China

Peyton Manning, the 14-time Pro Bowler, is on a trip to China, soaking in as much culture as physically possible.

September 29, 2016

Kansas guard Devonte' Graham, center, steals the ball from TCU forward Karviar Shepherd, right, as Kansas forward Landen Lucas (33) looks on during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016, in Fort Worth, Texas. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)

Check out Kansas Jayhawks’ awesome basketball dorms

One of the many perks of being a Kansas Jayhawks basketball player is the really, really nice dorm you get to stay in.

September 29, 2016

Philadelphia 76ers' Ben Simmons poses for a photograph during media day at the NBA basketball team's practice facility, Monday, Sept. 26, 2016, in Camden, N.J. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

76ers teammates Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid, Chad Johnson get in Twitter duel over FIFA

Philadelphia 76ers first-overall pick Ben Simmons took to the sticks and posted a seemingly innocent picture to his Twitter feed before getting called out.

September 29, 2016

United States Vice President Joe Biden looks on as his wife Dr. Jill Biden speaks about Cancer Moonshot, an initiative to advance scientific research for cancer, at The Social Good Summit at the 92nd Street Y in New York, Monday, Sept. 19, 2016. (Stuart Ramson/AP Images for UN Foundation) ** FILE **

Joe Biden’s wife is excited about Carson Wentz, and that bugs the vice president

Vice President Joseph R. Biden is helping out Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton on the campaign trail, and that led him to Drexel University, which is right in the heart of Philadelphia Eagles country.

September 29, 2016

Tim Tebow practices his swing during batting practice, Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2016, in Port St. Lucie, Fla. The 2007 Heisman Trophy winner and former NFL quarterback practiced at the New York Mets' complex during his second workout as part of their instructional league team. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

Tim Tebow smacks home run on first pitch in instructional league

It didn't take very long for Tim Tebow to make his mark in the baseball world.

September 28, 2016

Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz speaks during a press conference before the first baseball game of a three-game series against the New York Yankees in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2016. Ortiz, who plans to retire at the end of the 2016 season, reflected on his career and games he has played at Yankee Stadium, citing the 2004 American League Championship Series as particularly meaningful for him. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)

David Ortiz goes undercover as Lyft driver

So when Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz retires, is Lyft driving in his future?

September 28, 2016

FILE- In this Aug. 19, 2016, file photo, New York Jets wide receiver Brandon Marshall catches the ball during warm-ups before an NFL preseason football game against the Washington Redskins in Landover, Md. Marshall. who returned to practice Friday on a limited basis after sitting out earlier in the week, will likely be a game-time decision for the Jets on Sunday at Kansas City as he continues to recover from knee and foot injuries. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally, File)

Brandon Marshall mentoring Austin Seferian-Jenkins on off-field conduct

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers placed Austin Seferian-Jenkins on waivers last week following a DUI arrest.

September 28, 2016

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown (84) cleat prior to the NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Sept. 25, 2016, in Philadelphia. The Eagles won 34-3. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)

Antonio Brown was warned for wearing his ‘children’ cleats

When Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown took the field Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles, he did so wearing some really, really blue cleats that featured his four children.

September 28, 2016

United States vice-captain Tiger Woods during a practice round for the Ryder Cup golf tournament Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2016, at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, Minn. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Tiger Woods awkwardly gets kicked out of Team USA photo

When it comes to golf, especially USA golf, Tiger Woods is used to being the center of attention.

September 28, 2016

FILE - In this July 29, 2016, file photo, Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson is shown during the first day of the NFL teams training camp at Mankato State University in Mankato, Minn. Peterson will undergo surgery on his right knee to repair a torn meniscus and Vikings coach Mike Zimmer says the star running back could return this season. Peterson was injured in Sunday night’s, Sept. 18 victory over Green Bay. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King, File)

Adrian Peterson sings post-knee surgery

Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson isn't immune to side effects anesthesia.

September 28, 2016

New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis talks with referee Ron Garretson (10) during the third quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Portland Trail Blazers in Portland, Ore., Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015. (AP Photo/Steve Dykes)

Anthony Davis is still growing, and the New Orleans Pelican is not happy about it

Anthony Davis now measures at 6-foot-11, a height that's just not going to work.

September 28, 2016