Nationals Opening Day 2024: How To Watch; World Series Odds

The Washington Nationals will return with an Opening Day appearance and Home Opener with pre-game activities.

DC AG Argues Capitals, Wizards Must Play In Washington Through 2047

The D.C. attorney general argued the Wizards and Capitals are obligated to play their games in the downtown arena through 2047.

Ovechkin Becomes 3rd NHLer With 20+ Goals In 19 Straight Seasons

Alex Ovechkin scored twice and became the third player in NHL history to have at least 20 goals in 19 consecutive seasons.

Something Outside Football Drew Bobby Wagner To Washington Commanders

Something outside of football tipped the scales and sent Bobby Wagner toward the Washington Commanders.

On St. Patrick's Day: Remembering When the Irish Ruled the Ring

Early Boxing History Dominated by Irishmen

Commanders Signing 6-Time All-Pro LB Bobby Wagner: AP Source

Bobby Wagner is going to the Washington Commanders as they make a major splash in rebuilding their defense.

Commanders Agree To Sign QB Marcus Mariota To 1-Year Deal: Source

The Washington Commanders have added a veteran quarterback, and the move could signal the direction they're headed for the future.

Washington Commanders Signing Veteran Tight End Zach Ertz: AP Source

The Washington Commanders are signing veteran tight end Zach Ertz, two people with knowledge of the move told The Associated Press.

Satchel Paige and Trujillo, the Dominican Dictator

Black History Month: the Pitcher Meets the Dictator

On Presidents' Day: Ambidextrous Truman Throws First Post-WWII Pitch

Truman restores Presidential Opening Day First Pitch

Commanders Send Sweat To Bears, Young To 49ers For Picks

Washington has shipped defensive end Montez Sweat to Chicago while former first-round pick Chase Young was sent to San Francisco.

Here's How Much The Washington Commanders Are Worth In 2023

The average NFL team is worth a record high $5.1 billion, according to a Forbes report. Here are the values for the Commanders and Ravens.

On Mother's Day

Christina Gehrig, the Iron Horse’s Iron-Fisted Mom

Washington Commanders' Shaka Toney Suspended For Gambling Violations

The Washington Commanders' Shaka Toney​ was one of three NFL players suspended indefinitely for gambling violations, the league said.

Nats Opening Day: Clydesdales, Ted Lerner Ceremony, What To Know

Spring officially returns for D.C. area baseball fans at 1:05 p.m. Thursday, when the first Opening Day pitch is thrown at Nationals Park.

Presidents' Day

Woodrow Wilson’s Lifelong Love Affair with America’s Game

Coach English of George Mason Hosts Coaches vs. Cancer Game January 29

Purple Strategies Steve McMahon teams up with American Cancer Society and Coach English to get fans to return to cancer screenings

Capitals Hockey Is Back: See Home Opener, 2022-2023 Season Details

Alex Ovechkin, who is 22 goals away from the second most in NHL history, returns with the Capitals for another shot at the NHL Stanley Cup.

Commanders Rookie Shot In D.C. During Robbery Or Carjacking Attempt

A rookie running back for the Washington Commanders was shot Sunday evening when he was the victim of a robbery or carjacking in D.C.

FedEx Field, Home Of The Priciest Beer, Ranked Worst Stadium In NFL

FedEx Field, home of the Washington Commanders and the NFL's most expensive beer, was ranked the worst stadium in the league.

Football’s Forgotten Black Pioneer

No player thrilled fans more than Los Angeles Lincoln High School dynamo and UCLA superstar Kenny Washington during the 1930s and 1940s

Nationals Trade Juan Soto To Padres After Star Rejects Mega-Offer

The Nationals have reached a deal to trade Juan Soto to the San Diego Padres after he turned down a $440 million contract extension.

XFL To Bring A Football Team Back To DC For 2023 Season

On Sunday, the XFL announced that D.C. would be among the eight cities to host an XFL team when the league begins play in Feb. 2023.

Washington, D.C., To Host 2023 MLS All-Star Game

The announcement comes shortly after a Washington, D.C.-Baltimore combined bid for a World Cup host site was not selected.

D.C., Baltimore Lose Host Bid For 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup Matches

On Thursday, FIFA announced that Washington D.C. and Baltimore were not selected as host cities for the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup.

Washington Capitals First-Round Playoff Tickets Go On Sale Thursday

Washington Capitals are making a limited number of home tickets for the first round of the 2022 NHL playoffs available on Thursday.

MD Vigil For Ex-Washington QB Dwayne Haskins, Parents' Heartbreak

The parents of the late Washington quarterback Dwayne Haskins said in a statement they "appreciate everyone who shares in our heartbreak."

Sale Of Washington Nationals Explored By Lerner Family: Report

The owners of the Nationals have asked an investment bank to research potential investors and buyers for the DC team, according to reports.

Former Washington Quarterback Dwayne Haskins Hit By Truck, Dead At 24

Dwayne Haskins, who signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers after Washington, died after being struck by a dump truck in Florida, AP reported.

Nationals Shift Start Time Of Season Opener Against Mets To Evening

The Nationals pushed back the start time of their first game of the 2022 season to 7:05 p.m. on Thursday due to a rainy afternoon forecast.

Nationals Opening Day 2022: Season Begins Against Max Scherzer's Mets

The Nationals are scheduled to open the 2022 season against the Mets at Nationals Park Thursday, although rain could push back the opener.

Cherry Blossom Nats, Wizard Uniforms — Pretty In Pink, Blah: Readers

Patch readers had loving and harsh words for the special cherry blossom-themed uniforms that the Nationals and Wizards debuted last week.

Cherry Blossom Makeover For Nats, Wizards: Tell Us What You Think

Take a survey and let Patch know what you think about the cherry blossom makeover the Nationals and Wizards uniforms are getting this year.

Capitals Hosting Women In Hockey Night At Capital One Arena

The Washington Capitals are hosting a Women in Hockey Night on Monday, March 28 when the team plays the Carolina Hurricanes in D.C.

On St. Patrick’s Day, the Best Irish Baseball Players

Baseball greats whose names time has obscured deserve recognition on St. Patrick’s Day, 2022.

Nationals Season Back On: When MLB Season Will Start

Major League Baseball and the Players Association agreed to a deal that would end the lockout and give fans a full season.

Commanders To Trade For Colts' Carson Wentz: Report

Washington will trade a second-round and two third-round draft picks for Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz and a second-rounder.

Washington Football Would Lose Tax Break Under House Bill

A House bill would end tax-exempt status for public bonds used to finance billion-dollar sports stadiums like the one the Commanders seek.

Ryan Zimmerman, Face Of The Nationals, Retires After 16 Seasons

Ryan Zimmerman, the first player drafted by the Washington Nationals after the team moved to D.C. in 2005, announced his retirement Tuesday.

Photos: Washington Commanders Sport New Team Name, Uniforms, Logo

See photos from the Feb. 2 unveiling of the Washington Commanders name for the NFL team, plus the logo and uniform look.