Jones embraces an important role
Nashville defenseman Seth Jones, the son of former NBA player Popeye Jones, is handling the pressure of being a young NHL star and role model.
RGIII no longer tops uniform list
Last year, the Redskins rookie set single-season uniform sales records. In the latest numbers, he’s down to No. 5.
Wacha says no to Pirates
Cardinals rookie takes no-hit bid into eighth inning, helps force a Game 5 in St. Louis on Wednesday.
Never say never on name change
COLUMN | Brazen statement on team name amplified debate, put additional pressure on Washington and NFL.
Lobaton homers in ninth to lift Rays
Jose Lobaton hits a walk-off home run to lift Tampa Bay to a win against Boston in Game 3.
A’s take 2-1 AL Division Series lead
Brandon Moss, Josh Reddick and Seth Smith homer for the Athletics in win over Tigers in Detroit.
Nationals review, Part 5: Relievers
In the final installment of the five-part series, we take a look at the bullpen.
Back to school, then to the NBA?
When his career hit a low point, Josh Childress got his degree. Now, he wants back in NBA with the Wizards.
From the wires
Dodgers rally to eliminate Braves
Juan Uribe hits a go-ahead home run in the eighth inning to send
Los Angeles to the NLCS.
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Jets stun Atlanta on Folk’s late kick
Geno Smith throws three TDs, and New York upsets the Falcons on Monday Night Football.
Rowe enters familiar position
If C.J. Brown cannot go — Edsall says his status is “day-to-day” — Rowe again becomes the starter.
Cavs look to avoid another tailspin
After a disappointing loss at home to Ball State, the stakes are high for Saturday’s game at Maryland.
Kids raise cancer awareness
SOCCER AND SOCIETY | Northern Virginia’s Tyler Smith, 12, honors his grandmother with pink uniforms.
Episode 6: Tragedy and triumph
POST TV | Da’Shawn Hand and Woodbridge Vikings cope with tragedy off the field by coming together for a win on it.
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Whiskey for Romo INTs
Duffy's Irish Pub near U Street will hand out booze to patrons in Redskins gear when Tony Romo throws picks. Or if. Nah, when.”
Ashley Judd joins Dario Franchitti
Three-time Indy 500 champion is recovering from injuries sustained in crash Sunday.”
A mustache award
Bryce Harper’s brother, Nats minor-league pitcher Bryan Harper, has been nominated for a prestigious mustache award. The problem is, his mustache has vanished.”
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No immediate change afoot for Redskins franchise name
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Diggs limited over last two games
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Stonewall Jackson’s Settle visits Hokies
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Olympic torch relay begins
In Moscow on Sunday, the Olympic flame began its four-month relay to Sochi, the site of the upcoming Winter Games.
Navy Midshipmen pull away from Air Force Falcons, 28-10
Keenan Reynolds scored three times to rally the Midshipmen past Air Force.
Cross-country: Madison runners sweep Octoberfest Invitational
Junior Amanda Swaak earns her first major title while fellow Warhawk senior Matt Calem finishes with the best boys’ time on Saturday.
No. 9 Westfield beats No. 5 Stone Bridge, 30-6
The Bulldogs capitalized on turnovers to win in Chantilly.
No. 12 Friendship Collegiate blasts Westlake in 27-0 victory
Jonathan Haden ran for 108 yards and a touchdown to lead the Knights in win
Bethesda-Chevy Chase battles back for 2-1 victory over Quince Orchard
The Barons haven’t scored much this season, but they got just enough to beat the Cougars in a Tuesday afternoon Montgomery 4A battle in Gaithersburg.
Loudoun County sweeps Stone Bridge in battle of top Virgina teams
Taylor Borup and the Raiders defeat Stone Bridge in three sets.
Ovechkin carries torch in Greece
While the Capitals plays their preseason finale, Alex Ovechkin becomes the first Russian to carry the Olympic torch after it was lit.
Football: Suitland 21, DuVal 6
No. 13 Suitland improves to 4-0 on the season after Saturday afternoon’s home victory over No. 19 DuVal.
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Gaithersburg earns a hard fought victory over Wootton, 20-14
The Trojans defeat the Patriots in a close homecoming game to remain undefeated.
Host B.J. Koubaroulis runs through the top plays from the weekend of football in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area.
Washington-Lee beats Falls Church, 21-14
The Generals defense handled Adam Daly and the Jaguars, producing four interceptions, three coming from Ceneca Espinoza.
Hylton edges Battlefield with late TD
VIDEO | Travon McMillian hooks up with Terrin Allen with seconds left to life the Bulldogs past the Bobcats, 29-24.
Gaithersburg earns a hard fought victory over Wootton, 20-14
The Trojans defeat the Patriots in a close homecoming game to remain undefeated.
No. 3 Centreville dominates Chantilly, 42-0
The Wildcats shut out the Chargers behind a strong defensive outing and touchdowns from five separate players.
Wootton’s Diggs establishes his own identity
Wootton wide receiver Trevon Diggs chose to attend public school instead of following in his brother Stefon's footsteps at powerhouse Good Counsel.
Bold predictions for the Capitals season
The Post Sports Live crew offers bold predictions for the Capitals season, which opens Tuesday night in Chicago against the Blackhawks.
Is Randy Knorr the frontrunner for the Nationals new manager?
The Post Sports Live crew debates whether Nationals bench coach Randy Knorr is the obvious choice for the team's new manager.
Nationals season ends strong, search for manager begins
Post Sports Live's Jonathan Forsythe talks with Nationals beat writer Adam Kilgore about the team's strong end to the season, their offseason needs and the search for a new manager.
What makes a playoff team?
COLUMN | In 2013, the answer is, let us count the ways — and it very well may be instructive for the 2014 Nationals.
Playoffs have perfect pitch
COLUMN | Major League Baseball wild-card games bring early elimination drama while rewarding division winners.
Play-calling can’t be defended
COLUMN | As foes contain Robert Griffin III, Redskins are shutting down Alfred Morris all by themselves.
Seizures complicate Kill’s status
COLUMN | The head coach misses another game, dominating the storylines for Minnesota.
Capitals still chasing the Cup
As another NHL season opens, the Washington Capitals begin another pursuit for their first Stanley Cup.
Sad teams sinking to new lows
COLUMN | Plenty of college teams are doing their worst and sinking to dreadfully new lows this season.
New center making his mark
COLUMN | In acquiring Mikhail Grabovski, Caps made the kind of move fans have wanted.
Hypotheticals are just a waste of time
COLUMN | How we think Michael Jordan would fare against today’s stars doesn’t matter, since we’ll never really know.
Welcome, but still a distraction
COLUMN | Navy-Air Force isn’t costing the government money, but it might be costing something more important.
NFC East is still anyone’s game
COLUMN | The Cowboys lose and the Eagles and Giants play an ugly game during the Redskins’ bye.
Stop concussions in youth football
COLUMN | Don’t play tackle until your body matures. That’s what the Manning brothers and Tom Brady did.
Why not pay college athletes?
COLUMN | The NCAA’s amateurism rules are far more corrupt than anything they’re in place to prevent.
For Terps, a shot at validation
COLUMN | Maryland football has improved, and Saturday’s game at Florida State will show how much.
Takeaway: ‘D’ gets an ‘A’
TAKEAWAY | Washington‘s defense goes from maligned to relentless in one afternoon vs. Oakland.
For Wizards, glass is half full
COLUMN | Washington’s media day is often dour, but with team thinking playoffs, the clouds have parted.
- Media day quotes: Part I | Part II | 5 story lines
- Despite new contract, Wall isn’t feeling pressure
Never say never on name change
COLUMN | Brazen statement on team name amplified debate, put additional pressure on Washington and NFL.
Terps give fans reason to care
COLUMN | Maryland may not beat eighth-ranked Florida State on Saturday, but just being part of a big game is a step forward.
It’s all fun and games until . . .
COLUMN | In their home opener, the Capitals remind us how entertaining they can be — and how little that guarantees.
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Do No Harm
A five-part series examines how medical issues are handled in the NFL and the implications for current and former players.
A father figure says goodbye
Tal Bayer has built the rugby team at a public charter school into one of D.C.’s unlikeliest success stories.
A swing of beauty
At 20 years old, Nats slugger Bryce Harper has a swing that could someday put him in the company of legends.
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