Thom Loverro
Columns by Thom Loverro
Thom Loverro: As spring nears, joke’s on the Nats
The Washington Nationals missed a golden opportunity on the free agent market - they let Eddie Guardado get away. Published February 6, 2009
Thom Loverro: Verizon Center crowd rises to the challenge
As the clock ticked away in what was probably the best and most exciting one minute and thirty seconds of hockey the Washington Capitals played this season, Verizon Center seemed poised to lift off the ground. Published February 1, 2009
Thom Loverro: District could be Super, too
Put big game in a cold-weather football town. Published January 27, 2009
Thom Loverro: Fans want Nationals to get a contract Dunn
Nats fans want it Dunn -- Adam Dunn. Published January 26, 2009
Thom Loverro: Finally, McPhee feels good at break
This hasn't been the best time of year for Washington Capitals general manager George McPhee in recent seasons. Published January 22, 2009
LOVERRO: Ravens’ slogan misses the point
Nearly 30 years after his last fight and almost 20 years since his voice could be heard above a whisper, Muhammad Ali remarkably remains a tool of inspiration in sports. Published January 17, 2009
Thom Loverro: All-Stars aligning
Washington Capitals fans wounded by the lack of representation of their club in the upcoming All-Star Game can consider Wednesday night's matchup against the Penguins in Pittsburgh as the next best thing. Published January 14, 2009
THOM LOVERRO: Caps fans certainly can get used to this
Dec. 2, 2008 - a day that had become a symbol of shame. Published January 10, 2009
THOM LOVERRO: Finding passion outside baseball
Michael Vick's lawyer hopes his client will be allowed to leave federal prison this month, where he is serving time on dogfighting charges, and move on to a halfway house. Published January 4, 2009
THOM LOVERRO: Rookies headline a wild weekend
What could be more far-fetched than to predict that three of the four rookie coaches in the NFL would lead their teams to the playoffs this season? Published January 3, 2009
Thom Loverro: It’s up to Snyder to make the call
All over the NFL, every owner whose team is not in the playoffs should be making a New Year's resolution - call Bill Cowher. Published January 1, 2009
Thom Loverro: Finding some joy in Ted’s stocking
It seems like Christmas these days for anyone following the Washington Capitals. Published December 28, 2008
LOVERRO: Finish strong, then go home
It's tough to figure what the right move is for the Redskins when they play a meaningless final game of the season Sunday in San Francisco against the 49ers. Published December 27, 2008
LOVERRO: Teixeira chase is a big step forward
Well, they won't love local boy Mark Teixeira anymore in Baltimore after the word came down Tuesday that he agreed to sign with the hated New York Yankees. Published December 24, 2008
Teixeira, Yankees make deal?
Reports: Yankees, free agent first baseman agree on eight-year, $180 million contract. Published December 23, 2008
Thom Loverro: Zorn is catching his breath and foe with his pants down
Sunday's game between the Washington Redskins and the San Francisco 49ers may not seem like much on paper. Published December 23, 2008
Thom Loverro: A win in the worst way
The way the Washington Redskins and Philadelphia Eagles played offense Sunday afternoon at FedEx Field, you easily could have named this final home game "The Worst Coach in America" Bowl. Published December 22, 2008
Thom Loverro: These days, Capitals are the city’s fun bunch
It was Alex Ovechkin bobblehead night at Verizon Center on Thursday night. Published December 20, 2008
Thom Loverro: Only sideshows here are the offenses
A Ravens-Steelers game needs no sideshows to make it compelling, especially when both teams are battling for the AFC North title in December. Published December 15, 2008
Thom Loverro: Nationals, Teixeira seeking a way out
The only way the Washington Nationals are going to persuade free agent superstar Mark Teixeira to come to the District is by showing him a way out. Published December 13, 2008
