Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
Capitals promote rookie forward Protas for playoff push
The Capitals are adding firepower for their playoff push. Washington recalled rookie Ilya Protas -- the younger brother of Capitals forward Aliaksei Protas -- from the AHL's Hershey Bears on Monday. Published April 6, 2026
Rapid-fire WNBA free agency opens as league barrels toward regular season
A frantic WNBA free agency period began Monday after a brief delay due to the league's now-resolved labor dispute with players. A process that typically spans about a month will be condensed into a week. Published April 6, 2026
Chicago Sky trade forward Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream for two draft picks
One of the WNBA's biggest stars is on the move. Published April 6, 2026
Orioles’ Albernaz notches first ejection as manager
It's been a season of firsts for Orioles manager Craig Albernaz. The first-year manager earned his first-ever MLB ejection after arguing with home plate umpire James Jean during Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Published April 5, 2026
Los Angeles Angels’ Adell gives MLB its latest viral moment with 3 home-run robberies in 1-0 win
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jo Adell wasn't content with one home-run robbery on Saturday night. Or two. Published April 5, 2026
MLB’s ‘robo-umps’ receive rave reviews, reinvigorate stadium experience
The "robo-umps" have taken MLB by storm. Despite early concerns from baseball purists, the new system of verifying balls and strikes has received near-unanimous praise from players, coaches and fans. Published April 2, 2026
Wizards apologize for April Fools’ prank that ‘missed the mark’
The Washington Wizards apologized Thursday for an April Fools' joke that led to condemnation on social media. Published April 2, 2026
Wizards’ George ruled out for season with elbow injury
Kyshawn George's second season with the Washington Wizards is over. The franchise announced Thursday that he will miss the remainder of the season as he recovers from a torn UCL in his elbow that he suffered last month. Published April 2, 2026
Rams’ Nacua undergoing rehab treatment
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is receiving treatment at a rehab facility for undisclosed issues, his attorney confirmed to multiple outlets on Wednesday. Published April 2, 2026
Flag football exploding in popularity, thanks to NFL, Olympic boost
The flag football revolution is brewing. Published April 1, 2026
NFL players’ union worried about replacement referees
The NFL Players Association publicly sided with referees on Wednesday while the officials hunt for a new collective bargaining agreement. Published April 1, 2026
Umpire elicits laughs from Brewers’, Rays’ managers after botched call
It's been a tough opening week for MLB umpire C.B. Bucknor, who missed a call so egregiously during Tuesday's game between the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers that it elicited laughter from both teams' managers. Published April 1, 2026
Bulls’ Ivey released after questioning NBA’s Pride Month initiatives
The Chicago Bulls released guard Jaden Ivey on Monday, hours after he posted an Instagram video that railed against the NBA's stance toward Pride Month and attitudes toward the gay community. Published March 31, 2026
HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ to follow Super Bowl champion Seahawks during training camp
The defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks should be accustomed to the spotlight. Published March 31, 2026
Ovechkin retirement rumors heat up as NHL season winds down
If Alex Ovechkin has made his retirement decision, he seemingly hasn't told anyone in the Washington Capitals organization. Published March 30, 2026
Shanahan: 49ers in ‘no rush’ to deal Aiyuk
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said at Monday's NFL owner meetings in Arizona that his franchise was in no rush to part ways with disgruntled wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. Published March 30, 2026
Nationals’ opening weekend excitement cooled by broadcast woes
The Nationals' move from MASN to an MLB-produced network for game broadcasts was supposed to usher in a new era for the franchise. Instead, a bungled rollout frustrated fans and dampened their excitement over the opening weekend. Published March 29, 2026
A new No. 21 in Washington: Sean Taylor’s brother looks to make mark with UFL’s Defenders
Another No. 21 with the last name Taylor is patrolling the gridiron in the District. Published March 26, 2026
Nationals announce cable providers for MASN replacement streaming service
Nationals.TV hit the District's airwaves on Thursday morning. Published March 26, 2026
Wizards’ cherry blossom jerseys to return for 2026-27 season
The Washington Wizards announced Thursday that they would once again sport their fan-favorite cherry blossom uniforms in the 2026-27 season. Published March 26, 2026