Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
Auburn coach Bruce Pearl praises Trump after strike on Iran
Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl is rapidly becoming one of President Trump's biggest supporters. Published June 23, 2025
WNBA analyst backtracks after paraphrasing Trump in discussing ‘what makes America great’
For people like WNBA analyst Rebecca Lobo, any discussion of American greatness has been derailed by concerns of sounding like President Trump. Published June 23, 2025
Mystics rookies Citron, Iriafen outduel Bueckers, Wings in overtime win
Having two stellar rookies is better than one. The Washington Mystics -- thanks to star first-years Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen -- pulled out a 91-88 overtime win against top pick Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings on Sunday. Published June 22, 2025
FedEx founder Fred Smith, former part-owner of Washington Commanders, dies at 80
Fred Smith, the founder of FedEx and a former part-owner of the Washington Commanders, died Saturday. Published June 22, 2025
Ex-wide receiver Antonio Brown ‘out the country’ after police issue warrant for attempted murder
Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown still hasn't faced the attempted murder charge filed against him in Florida earlier this month. Published June 22, 2025
Wood seals Nationals’ win over Rockies to end 11-game skid, avoid tie for team’s worst streak
The Nationals snapped an 11-game losing streak and avoided being swept by the worst team in baseball with Thursday's 4-3 walk-off win over the Colorado Rockies. Published June 19, 2025
Top NBA draft prospect Ace Bailey skips workout with 76ers as slide rumors intensify
Rutgers product Ace Bailey was widely considered one of the top three players in this year's NBA draft class, but whispers are growing that the 6-foot-9 forward could slip in next week's draft after he skipped a workout with the Philadelphia 76ers, who own the third pick. Published June 19, 2025
Browns rookie QB Sanders ticketed for speeding 101 mph in Ohio
Quarterback Shedeur Sanders' imperfect offseason took another hit this week. The Cleveland Browns rookie received a ticket for driving 101 mph in a 60 mph zone in Ohio, according to multiple reports. Published June 19, 2025
Mystics’ Sykes shines alongside rookies as rebuild moves ahead of schedule
Mystics rookies Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen are clearly the franchise's future, as they hit the ground running in their first WNBA campaign. But veteran Brittney Sykes, who looks primed to make her first All-Star team this summer, represents the Mystics' present. Published June 18, 2025
Fever, Sun knock each other around after Caitlin Clark bashed, decked
The basketball world wanted to hear Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark discuss the shove that knocked her to the court amid a series of scuffles, technical fouls and ejections that dominated her squad's 88-71 victory at home over the Connecticut Sun on Tuesday night. Published June 18, 2025
NASCAR driver Carson Hocevar fined $50K for derogatory remark about Mexico City
NASCAR driver Carson Hocevar doesn't appear to be a fan of Mexico City. His team fined him $50,000 on Tuesday and ordered him to undergo sensitivity training after the 22-year-old called the Mexican capital a "s---hole" during a recent livestream. Published June 18, 2025
Orioles prospect Luis Guevara killed in Florida jet ski crash
Baltimore Orioles prospect Luis Guevara died after a jet ski crash in Florida, the team announced Tuesday. He was 19. Published June 18, 2025
Nationals’ GM defends manager Martinez amid losing streak
Manager Dave Martinez and the Washington Nationals are careening toward rock bottom. The team has lost 10 straight games, including the last two against the Colorado Rockies, one of the worst teams in MLB history. Published June 18, 2025
Streak of ex-Wizards winning titles on the line in NBA Finals
The Washington Wizards' streak of NBA championships is in danger. The District's franchise hasn't secured a title for itself since 1978, but at least one former Wizard has lifted the Larry O'Brien Trophy in each of the past eight years. Published June 17, 2025
WNBA’s Reese flips script on trolls, files ‘Mebounds’ trademark
WNBA star Angel Reese is looking to turn a pejorative into profit. After earning her first career triple-double on Sunday, ornery viewers accused her of playing a selfish brand of basketball. So she countered by filing a trademark for "Mebounds." Published June 17, 2025
Former MLB All-Star Cozart ‘will no longer support’ Trump if U.S. goes to war
Former MLB All-Star Zack Cozart isn't shy in his support for President Trump. That could change if the Republican sends troops to intervene in the conflict between Israel and Iran, the retired shortstop said. Published June 17, 2025
Washington Spirit sign first Italian player in NWSL history
The Washington Spirit made history on Tuesday by signing Juventus forward Sofia Cantore, the first Italian player in NWSL history. Published June 17, 2025
Nationals promote House to wake up silent bats
The Nationals' struggling lineup is getting a boost. The club promoted third baseman Brady House, the top position player in their farm system, ahead of Monday's game against the Colorado Rockies. Published June 16, 2025
Capitals’ Fehervary, Eller named to preliminary Olympic squads
At least two current Capitals will represent their nations at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Published June 16, 2025
Auburn coach Bruce Pearl doubles down on pro-Israel stance
Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl isn't backing down from his pro-Israel stances, even if it could one day cost him his job. Published June 16, 2025
