Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
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
Losing streak for Nationals extends to eight games after Marlins sweep
The Nationals' losing skid reached eight games on Sunday as the bottom-dwelling Miami Marlins defeated Washington 3-1 to complete a three-game sweep. Published June 15, 2025
‘Art of losing’ builds character, according to White Sox fan Pope Leo XIV
Losing can be just as valuable as winning for athletes and sports fans, Pope Leo XIV wrote on social media on Sunday morning. You can trust him on what it's like to lose -- he's a Chicago White Sox fan. Published June 15, 2025
U.S. soccer coach Mauricio Pochettino criticizes star Christian Pulisic over Gold Cup absence
U.S. men's soccer coach Mauricio Pochettino said he decides when stars like Christian Pulisic enter the national team's lineup, not players. Published June 15, 2025
WNBA ratings plummet while Clark recovers from injury
The WNBA has been without second-year superstar Caitlin Clark for more than two weeks as the Indiana Fever guard recovers from a quad injury. Her absence is having a drastic impact on the league's ratings. Published June 12, 2025
McCaffrey impresses as Commanders wrap up McLaurin-less minicamp
The NFL work ethic came easily for Commanders wide receiver Luke McCaffrey, whose father, Ed, and brother, Christian, played in the league. Published June 12, 2025
Cricket is coming: Niche sport carves out growing U.S. footprint
A Major League Cricket box score might as well be hieroglyphics to most Americans. Overs, runs, sixes and fours aren't exactly intuitive stats and deciphering scores can be a tall order for new fans. Published June 12, 2025
Caddie-turned-dentist Vogt misfires opening tee shot at U.S. Open Print
Matt Vogt had one chance to make a first impression. The caddie-turned-dentist took the opening tee shot of Thursday's U.S. Open at the Oakmont Country Club in Pennsylvania and blasted it into the rough. Published June 12, 2025
Bruce the Bat Dog to make major league debut with Nationals on Saturday
MLB rules don't specify that a dog can't play baseball. The Nationals won't be testing that, even as they called up Bruce the Bat Dog on Tuesday afternoon. Published June 10, 2025
Tunsil, Lattimore return for Commanders mandatory minicamp
Star wide receiver Terry McLaurin didn't take the field for the Commanders on Tuesday, but offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil and cornerback Marshon Lattimore practiced with teammates for the first time this offseason. Published June 10, 2025
