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LOVERRO: That object in Gretzky's rearview mirror is closer -- much closer -- than it appears
This is getting serious. When the Washington Capitals season opened, you still needed binoculars to view "The Great Chase" -- the relentless pursuit by Alex Ovechkin of the all-time NHL goal-scoring record of Wayne Gretzky.
Injuries are a common theme for NBA teams off to fast -- or slow -- starts
Cleveland has won its first 12 games and is off to the best start in the league. There are 10 teams in the Western Conference with winning records. And somehow, only two teams in the Eastern Conference have winning records.
LOVERRO: In a yardstick game, Commanders need a few more inches
As Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels was trying to lead his team in a comeback in the final minutes against the visiting Pittsburgh Steelers, the scene inside Northwest Stadium was a sea of towels. Gold "Terrible Towels."
LOVERRO: Quinn is a coach who knows how to roll with the punches
Dan Quinn fell in love with boxing the same way many people fell in love with boxing -- watching the greatest three-round fight in history, the legendary 1985 brawl between Marvin Hagler and Tommy Hearns.
Players still have to earn their PGA Tour card, even with big changes on the horizon
The reason behind such a big change to PGA Tour eligibility is not much different from what it was some 40 years ago. Both were about trying to make the tour more competitive and to give real value to having a card.
LOVERRO: Daniels is in the midst of a magical masterpiece of a rookie season
There are some things that you can't exaggerate. The power of the sun. The soul of Otis Redding. The rookie NFL season of Jayden Daniels.
LOVERRO: Ali's stunning upset of Foreman began 50 years ago in hills of Pennsylvania
Deep in the heart of Africa 50 years ago, Muhammad Ali changed history, upsetting the seemingly invincible George Foreman to win back the heavyweight championship of the world that had been taken from him seven years earlier for his refusal to enter the draft during the Vietnam War.
LOVERRO: Daniels-Williams rivalry has potential to be NFL's next Brady-Manning
Sunday's Jayden Daniels-Caleb Williams showdown was supposed to be a sneak preview of one of the NFL's hottest coming attractions: an updated version of Tom Brady versus Peyton Manning for a new generation of fans.
LOVERRO: Terry McLaurin, who's always been a next-level player, now surrounded by a next-level team
Terry McLaurin has always been a guy who embraced high standards and lofty expectations.
LOVERRO: Soto's growing exploits as a Yankee overtake his legacy as a National
Juan Soto is gone now. He belongs to New York. He belongs to the Yankees.
LOVERRO: Commanders don't miss a beat while missing Daniels
Marcus Mariota, 30, the former No. 2 overall pick who had his best season in Tennessee in 2016 when he threw for 3,426 yards and 26 touchdowns, proved to be more than capable as a backup
LOVERRO: Anniversary events more party than wake with Capitals staying in town
The Washington Capitals lost their home opener Saturday night, 5-3, to the New Jersey Devils, which was not the icing on the cake everyone hoped for while the organization celebrated its 50th anniversary. But it was still a party last week at the Capital One Arena - a 50th birthday.
Even in victory, Sirianni can't win with Eagles fans
Nick Sirianni has the best winning percentage of any coach in the history of the Philadelphia Eagles and he might have a Super Bowl ring if Jalen Hurts didn't lose a fumble for a touchdown. Yet his sideline antics have overshadowed his success in Philadelphia.
NFL offenses have their way in Week 6 with season's highest scoring output
Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers moved the ball at will against the Saints. Jared Goff and the Lions were unstoppable in Dallas. The Texans, Falcons, Packers and Ravens also put up big numbers. Offenses dominated in Week 6.
LOVERRO: Daniels keeps Commanders in the fight against Ravens
When Jayden Daniels steps on the field in big moments -- in this case, trying to bring his team back from a 27-13 Baltimore lead going into the fourth quarter -- you just believe this 23-year-old can win the game for you.
LOVERRO: Commanders getting most bang for their buck from offseason bargain shopping
I wouldn't blame Washington Commanders general manager Adam Peters if he held a press conference, stood in front of a microphone waving a copy of his team's roster, and declared, "How do you like them now?" At 4-1, going into a marquee matchup against the Ravens, I would say we pretty much like them now.
LOVERRO: Tiant demanded attention, respect be paid to his artistry on the mound and off
Luis Tiant is not in the Baseball Hall of Fame, but I wouldn't be surprised if he winds up inducted posthumously. He is up for consideration next year by the Classic Baseball Era committee. That would anger him because Tiant demanded attention and respect be paid to his artistry when he was alive.
Jordan, Front Row owner stand firm in fight with NASCAR
Michael Jordan arrived at Talladega Superspeedway about 30 minutes before the start of the playoff race and made his way directly to Bubba Wallace's pit stand for a quick visit with his guys.
LOVERRO: Late-season issues, ownership's level of commitment raise concerns about Nationals
Manager Dave Martinez had high hopes for his Washington Nationals squad in September -- not a championship run or anything, but he wanted to see how his young team would respond in important games with a lot on the line -- even if it was the opponents who had the most at stake.
LOVERRO: Only Rose himself prevented the all-time hits leader's Hall of Fame induction
If Pete Rose couldn't be honest about Pete Rose when he was alive, let us, at least, try to be in his death - Pete Rose is what stopped the all-time baseball hit leader - "the hit king," as he liked to call himself - from being in the Hall of Fame.
