Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
Capitals ‘turn the page’ for Game 4 after blowout loss to Hurricanes
Capitals defenseman John Carlson said he knows how ugly Saturday's 4-0 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes was. But Washington's alternate captain downplayed concerns that Game 3's disappointment could follow his squad into Monday's Game 4. Published May 11, 2025
Gabe Taylor remembers brother Sean at Commanders’ rookie minicamp
Washington Commanders' rookie minicamp wrapped up on Sunday with a familiar last name at safety: Taylor. Published May 11, 2025
Feeling lucky? Wizards hope for fortunate draw at Monday’s NBA draft lottery
The fate of the Washington Wizards and a handful of other NBA teams will be decided by ping pong balls on Monday night. The league's lottery will determine the order of picks for next month's draft. Published May 11, 2025
Nationals release reliever Lucas Sims as bullpen woes continue
The Nationals gave reliever Lucas Sims a pink slip for his birthday. The franchise released the right-hander, who turned 31 on Saturday, after another tough outing against the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday night. Published May 11, 2025
McLaurin hosts job fair for homeless youth as Commanders continue cultural turnaround
Terry McLaurin saw the Commanders at their lowest. The wide receiver was the face of the franchise while former owner Dan Snyder was involved in countless controversies over a crumbling stadium, an unpopular name change and claims of a toxic workplace. Published May 8, 2025
Capitals rely on ‘short memory’ as they look to even series against Hurricanes
No Game 2 is truly a "must-win" in a best-of-seven series. Thursday's matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes sure feels like one to the Washington Capitals, though. Published May 7, 2025
Fan files $100 million lawsuit alleging emotional distress after Shedeur Sanders’ draft slide
An NFL fan has filed a $100 million lawsuit against the league for allowing former Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders to fall in last month's draft. Published May 7, 2025
Cowboys add receiver George Pickens in trade with Steelers
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones followed through on his offseason promise of "substantive trades," with his team sending a 2026 third-round draft choice and a 2027 fifth-round pick to the Pittsburgh Steelers for wide receiver George Pickens. Published May 7, 2025
Not a done deal: New Commanders stadium faces D.C. Council opposition as summer deadline nears
The clock is ticking for Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Washington Commanders. Based on a term sheet released last week, they have just over two months to convince the D.C. Council to vote in favor of a new facility at the old RFK Stadium site. Published May 6, 2025
NHL fans sound player-safety alarm after Toronto goalie leaves arena on stretcher
Many NHL fans are not happy about the league's player-safety protocols following a scary scene during Monday's second-round playoff game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers. Published May 6, 2025
WNBA rookie Paige Bueckers calls out ‘White privilege’ in media coverage
The WNBA season hasn't started yet, but Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers is already making headlines. The top pick in this year's draft raised concerns this week about "White privilege" in media coverage. Published May 6, 2025
Trump-owned golf course to host European Tour’s Scottish Championship
The European Tour is coming to a golf course owned by President Trump. Published May 6, 2025
Rested Capitals ready for rivalry matchup with Hurricanes
Capitals coach Spencer Carbery and captain Alex Ovechkin have spent the last few days like the rest of the country's hockey fans: enjoying the first round of the NHL playoffs from their couch. Published May 5, 2025
Trump announces Washington will host 2027 NFL draft
President Trump announced Monday that the 2027 NFL draft will take place in Washington, D.C. on the National Mall, the first time the event will be held in the nation's capital city since 1941. Published May 5, 2025
NHL unveils Capitals-Hurricanes schedule with Game 1 set for Tuesday
The Washington Capitals will have had plenty of rest after their first-round win over the Montreal Canadiens. The NHL announced Sunday that Washington's second-round series against the Carolina Hurricanes won't begin until Tuesday night. Published May 4, 2025
Capitals set sights on rival Hurricanes for second-round series
The Washington Capitals are moving on in the NHL playoffs. But the chippiness of the first round will likely pale in comparison to the upcoming series against the rival Carolina Hurricanes. Published May 1, 2025
Mystics lose forward Aaliyah Edwards for two weeks as preseason injuries pile up
The injuries are piling up for the Washington Mystics ahead of the WNBA season. Forward Aaliyah Edwards, last year's first-round pick, will be sidelined for at least two weeks with a lower-back bruise, the franchise said Thursday. Published May 1, 2025
Nationals batting practice pitcher coherent, resting after collapsing on field
The Nationals cancelled batting practice ahead of Wednesday's game against the Phillies at Philadelphia's Citizens Bank Park after a scary sight on the field. James Frisbie, Washington's batting practice pitcher, collapsed while pitching batting practice. Published May 1, 2025
Mystics rookie Georgia Amoore injures ACL in preseason practice
The WNBA season hasn't started, but the injury bug has already bitten the Washington Mystics. Rookie guard Georgia Amoore, the No. 6 pick in this year's pro draft, suffered an ACL injury during Tuesday's practice, the team announced. Published April 30, 2025
Rubio says he helped Belichick land North Carolina coaching gig
Bill Belichick established some pretty powerful connections while winning six Super Bowls with the New England Patriots, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The former Florida senator said he helped the legendary coach land his new gig at North Carolina. Published April 30, 2025
