Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
Former NFL defender J.J. Watt may unretire after bet with English soccer goalie
A light-hearted bet with an English soccer goalkeeper might pull former NFL Defensive Player of the Year J.J. Watt out of retirement. Published February 26, 2025
Chiefs coach defends Taylor Swift after Super Bowl jeers: ‘She’s part of the team’
Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid might not wear friendship bracelets or treasure ticket stubs from the Eras Tour, but he endeared himself to fans of Taylor Swift when he defended the pop superstar Tuesday at the NFL combine. Published February 26, 2025
Defensive woes have made Wizards a fixture at bottom of NBA standings
Defense might win championships, but for the Washington Wizards, a lack of defense has won them an unenviable spot at the bottom of the NBA standings. Published February 25, 2025
Nationals bring back All-Star closer Finnegan on one-year, $6 million deal
The Washington Nationals are bringing back closer Kyle Finnegan, according to multiple reports. Published February 25, 2025
Commanders give Pro Bowl DT Jonathan Allen permission to seek trade
The Washington Commanders have granted two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Jonathan Allen permission to seek a trade. Published February 25, 2025
Super Bowl champion Eagles would visit White House if invited by Trump
The Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles told multiple reporters they would visit the White House if invited by President Trump, refuting an early report that said they'd skip the trip. Published February 24, 2025
Mystics’ front office banks on draft capital to fuel rebuild after blockbuster trade
The WNBA offseason has been in full swing for about a month, with blockbuster trades and free-agent signings dominating headlines in the flourishing league. But until Sunday night, the Washington Mystics were on the sidelines. Published February 24, 2025
Nationals to host final preseason exhibition against Orioles in the District
The Washington Nationals have added a final preseason exhibition to their schedule: a Beltway Series matchup against the Baltimore Orioles in the District on March 24. Published February 24, 2025
Ovechkin notches hat trick as Capitals dominate Oilers in first home game in two weeks
Alex Ovechkin scored a hat trick to inch closer to the NHL goals record as the Washington Capitals rode a dominant second period to a 7-3 win over the Edmonton Oilers on Sunday. Published February 23, 2025
Arizona officials apologize after fans lead anti-Mormon chant following basketball loss to BYU
Arizona basketball fans weren't pleased when the visiting BYU Cougars upset the 19th-ranked Wildcats 96-95 on Saturday night. Disgruntled Arizona supporters reacted by leading an anti-Mormon chant as BYU players left the court. Published February 23, 2025
Rested Capitals return to practice with eyes on playoff push
With the eyes of the hockey world hyper-focused on Boston Thursday for the highly anticipated 4 Nations Face-off contest between the U.S. and Canada, the Washington Capitals had their sights on a championship that will be decided later this year: The Stanley Cup Final. Published February 20, 2025
RFK area residents skeptical of new stadium promises: ‘The math doesn’t add up’
Residents of Kingman Park say they're concerned about a new RFK Stadium: concerned about pollution from the long-neglected site; concerned about losing skate parks in favor of parking lots; concerned that their most pressing needs are being ignored in service of a home for the Washington Commanders. Published February 19, 2025
Commanders add Jesse Madden, grandson of NFL legend, to coaching staff
A famous name is joining the Washington Commanders' coaching staff. Jesse Madden, grandson of Hall of Fame coach John Madden, will join the franchise as an offensive quality control coach, the team announced Tuesday. Published February 18, 2025
Caitlin Clark’s agent says her WNBA salary has limits
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark took the WNBA by storm during her rookie season, shattering viewership and attendance records while pocketing a relatively modest $76,500 salary. Now her agent has confessed it's impossible for the star to receive fair compensation when it comes to her salary. Published February 18, 2025
Capitals to honor fountain where Alex Ovechkin swam with Stanley Cup
The Washington Capitals are honoring another slice of history in their 50th anniversary celebrations. Published February 18, 2025
Canada’s Brad Marchand says quit booing national anthems: ‘Should be off-limits’
Canadian forward Brad Marchand, who will take the ice against Team USA on Thursday for the NHL's 4 Nations Face-Off title game, has a message for fans booing either country's anthem during the pregame festivities: It's unbecoming. Published February 18, 2025
Olympic esports event to premiere in Saudi Arabia in 2027
Video games are about to become an Olympic sport. The International Olympic Committee announced last week that the first-ever Olympic Esports Games would be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in 2027. Published February 18, 2025
U.S. vs. the world? NBA stars recommend new All-Star format
Another year, another NBA All-Star bust. After this year's reinvention of the event -- a three-game mini-tournament -- flopped, the league's players and fans are calling for more changes. One idea seems to be rising to the top: Team USA vs. everybody. Published February 17, 2025
Nationals sign former All-Star Paul DeJong to one-year, $1 million contract
The Nationals signed former All-Star shortstop Paul DeJong to a one-year, $1 million deal on Sunday. DeJong, 31, hit 24 home runs in 139 games for the Chicago White Sox and Kansas City Royals last season. Published February 16, 2025
Love says White player’s dunk dominance ‘during Black History Month’ should inspire competition
Kevin Love hasn't made many highlights this season for the Miami Heat, but his commentary during NBA All-Star festivities on Saturday night went viral. Published February 16, 2025
