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John Feinstein The past remains in the past for two time Masters champion Scottie Scheffler. That’s why his present is overpowering and his future is so bright.

The first college basketball coach I met was one of the best

Barry Svrluga Don Donoher was all class to coaches, reporters and year old John Feinstein.

At the Masters, golf’s best battle the course and their own demons

Steven Goff Things happen fast at the Masters, and only the sturdiest can keep up. A wild third round made that clear.

D.C. United, already missing big names, expected to be without Ted Ku-DiPietro

Matt Bonesteel and Des Bieler Read more

Coyotes bid emotional goodbye to Arizona ahead of move to Salt Lake City

Glynn A. Hill Read more

Why is a Formula One car rolling through D.C.?

Albert Samaha Read more

From the start, Spencer Carbery believed in his Caps. He was right.

Kent Babb The most important thing is belief, Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin said. We all believe in each other.

Oklahoma officials tell trans pro wrestler not to compete in their state

Michael Lee Read more

As women’s golf looks to grow, Nelly Korda is kind of our Caitlin Clark’

Chelsea Janes Read more

Jake Irvin delivers as Nationals beat Dodgers again to close road trip

Gus Garcia-Roberts Jake Irvin struck out six over six scoreless innings as the Nationals prevailed, , for a series win at Dodger Stadium.

A betting scandal rocked Iowa sports. Then the case went sideways.

Chelsea Janes The probe revealed widespread sports betting among college athletes and a disjointed system to keep corruption in check.

The Kim Mulkey way

Jason La Canfora Read more

I’m not Black; I’m O.J.’: Why Simpson avoided athlete activism

Kevin B. Blackistone Read more

Sports TV and radio listings for D.C. region

Cindy Boren Channels and times for today’s games.

The early-morning call to Cal Ripken Jr. that led to Jackson Holliday’s No. 7

Ben Golliver Read more

Shohei Ohtani’s ex-interpreter stole 16 million to cover gambling debts, feds say

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Pitchers are buckling and breaking across baseball. What is to blame?

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Nationals’ impatience at the plate is contagious in 6-2 loss to Dodgers

Ben Golliver A first inning base running gaffe by CJ Abrams get things off on the wrong foot for the Nationals, who grow impatient and can’t solve the Dodgers’ bullpen game.

Nationals prepare to celebrate five-year anniversary of World Series title

Des Bieler Brian Dozier, Adam Eaton and Howie Kendrick are among the former Nationals scheduled to return for this weekend’s festivities.

Star wide receivers could be on the move ahead of NFL draft

Des Bieler Read more

The unfathomable path of O.J. Simpson, who never stopped shocking us

Matt Bonesteel Read more

In 1973, O.J. Simpson did what no other NFL running back had done

The biggest question of the NFL draft: Drake Maye or Jayden Daniels at No. 2?

Since the No. pick seems to be a foregone conclusion, the Commanders’ choice at No. has become the most important domino that will fall early in the draft.

For Commanders, Monumental’s deal to stay in D.C. could have ripple effects

Maryland’s confidence it can land the team is growing, but D.C. officials and stadium experts said the District remains in the competition.

Why the Commanders are likely to stick and pick’ at No. 2 in the NFL draft

Plus some insight on the ongoing stadium search, a bit more context how Washington will build out the QBs room and more notes from the NFL owners’ meetings.

USA Basketball emphasizes defense, experience on roster for Paris Olympics

NBA bans Jontay Porter for violating gambling policy, betting on games

Blind loyalty won’t save Stephen Curry and the Warriors

Blake Griffin was an NBA folk hero and a cautionary tale

Pending free agent Tyus Jones feels right at home with the Wizards

During his exit interview, the guard made it clear he wants to remain in Washington. Now the team has a decision to make.

At the end of the worst Wizards season ever, more change is coming

Washington’s season concluded with a loss at Boston and a record. Plenty of work remains in the offseason ahead.

A season of challenges has made clear: Deni Avdija has grown up

Given stability in Washington, the Wizards forward is playing stronger on the court, even as the Israel Gaza war pulls at him off it.

Rangers-Devils brawl results in eight ejections two seconds into game

Capitals’ Ethan Bear enters NHL’s player assistance program

Penguins recover stolen Jaromir Jagr bobbleheads

Capitals beat Flyers in must-win final game, return to playoffs

The win gave the Capitals the Eastern Conference’s final playoff spot. They’ll face the New York Rangers in the opening round.

Gutsy’ Caps blank Bruins, move within a win of securing playoff spot

Washington remains in the driver’s seat for the eighth and final playoff spot in the East and a win Tuesday night in Philadelphia would secure passage to the postseason.