Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
Commanders still likely a step behind Eagles, Cowboys in NFC East despite active offseason
No team was as active as the Washington Commanders this spring. In the first offseason for owner Josh Harris, coach Dan Quinn and general manager Adam Peters, the franchise overhauled a roster that finished 4-13 in 2023. Published May 7, 2024
Maradona’s Golden Ball from 1986 World Cup planned for auction in France
The trophy that went to Argentina's Diego Maradona for being named the best player of the 1986 World Cup will be sold to the highest bidder next month. The award, which was once reported stolen, will be sold by Aguttes Auction House in France on June 6. Published May 7, 2024
Nuggets’ Murray throws heating pack onto court in blowout loss to Timberwolves
Jamal Murray's bad night got worse during the Denver Nuggets' 106-80 home loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday. The 27-year-old tossed a heating pack onto the court during the NBA playoff game, leading some analysts to call for his suspension. Published May 7, 2024
Rivalry renewed: Surging Nationals, contending Orioles meet in Beltway Series
If the MLB season had ended Monday, the upstart Washington Nationals would be in the playoffs and the talented Baltimore Orioles would hold the top seed in the American League. Published May 6, 2024
Mickelson warns that major championships need LIV players
The divide between LIV Golf and the PGA Tour is growing. LIV players are having a harder time qualifying for major championships, and Phil Mickelson is warning that something needs to change. Published May 6, 2024
Cowboys LB Micah Parsons takes on sumo wrestler in viral video
Sumo wrestling may be in the future for Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons. The three-time Pro Bowler went toe-to-toe with a sumo wrestler during his tour of Asia with Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud. Published May 6, 2024
Teammates, coaches, celebrities tear into Brady during Netflix roast
Tom Brady took hits for 23 seasons in the NFL. His off-field resilience was tested on Sunday as he withstood three hours of barbs and jabs during a live roast on Netflix. Published May 6, 2024
Female darts player forfeits, refuses to face transgender opponent
England's Deta Hedman refused to play her quarterfinal darts match at this weekend's Denmark Open because her opponent, Noa-Lynn van Leuven, is transgender. Published May 6, 2024
Aussie lacrosse star with ties to Maryland slain with brother, friend in Mexico
Callum Robinson, a former professional lacrosse player, was one of three people found dead at the bottom of a well in Mexico on Friday, authorities said. Published May 5, 2024
Athletics make MLB history with offensive explosion against Marlins
The Oakland Athletics, playing their final season in the Bay Area before departing, gave fans a game to remember on Saturday: a 20-4 beatdown of the Miami Marlins. Published May 5, 2024
Darrell Green’s still got it: Washington legend shows off athleticism in viral video
Darrell Green's still got some gas in the tank. A video of the 64-year-old Hall of Famer showing off his trademark agility went viral over the weekend -- shocking fans who thought "the Ageless Wonder" might have slowed down. Published May 5, 2024
WNBA’s focus on ratings magnet Clark, all-time leading NCAA scorer, baffles critics who cry ‘racism’
The WNBA is exploding in popularity and experiencing growing pains in the preseason. Rookie phenoms Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso made their professional debuts on Friday, but only Clark's game with the Indiana Fever aired on television and on streaming platforms. Published May 5, 2024
RFK Stadium cleared for demolition, National Park Service says
RFK Stadium can be demolished without any impact on the nearby environment, the National Park Service said Thursday. The federal agency can now issue a permit for D.C. officials to begin demolition. Published May 2, 2024
Emerging stars Abrams, Young have Nationals’ rebuild ahead of schedule
The Washington Nationals were not supposed to be competitive this season. Experts predicted the rebuilding roster would finish near the bottom of the NL East for a fifth consecutive season. But the squad, powered by a youth movement, entered May just one game below .500. Published May 1, 2024
Deion, Shedeur Sanders in social media spat with former players
Deion Sanders has never shied away from the limelight. Colorado's head coach is now involved in a social media fray with current and former players over his handling of the college team. Published May 1, 2024
NFL Draft smashes attendance, viewership records
Last week's NFL Draft shattered attendance records and saw an increase in viewers for the highly anticipated first round. Published April 30, 2024
Oshie mulls retirement as Capitals head into uncertain offseason
T.J. Oshie is not ready for retirement. He might not have a choice. As the Washington Capitals cleared out their lockers on Tuesday, the 37-year-old said he'll only play next season if his body allows it. Published April 30, 2024
MLB to change uniforms in 2025 after widespread criticism
Major League Baseball will overhaul its uniforms again in 2025 after widespread criticism from players and fans. Published April 29, 2024
Capitals’ future darkens after latest first-round playoff exit
The Washington Capitals, who have not won a postseason series since the 2018 Stanley Cup Final, move into another unsettled offseason after the New York Rangers unceremoniously swept Alex Ovechkin and Co. out of the playoffs Sunday night. Published April 29, 2024
Commanders focus on culture fit over need
Adam Peters says he can't believe how good new quarterback Jayden Daniels is. The Washington Commanders' general manager didn't start studying this year's quarterback prospects until January and the eventual No. 2 pick leaped off the screen. Published April 28, 2024
