(Keith Srakocic / Associated Press)
Capitals stall in Pittsburgh
Washington spends the greater part of its clash in Pittsburgh attempting to clear the puck before suffering fifth loss in six games and second in two nights to the conference-leading Penguins.
Glaring needs go unaddressed
COLUMN | In need of help in secondary, the Redskins land no corners or safeties on the opening day of free agency and instead opt for conservative approach.
Finding a way without Nene
The Wizards have done anything but collapse since losing Brazilian big man to a left knee injury, going 5-2.
‘It’s pretty cool to be different’
For 36 years, the Fort Dupont Ice Hockey Club has provided a place for D.C.-area youth of all backgrounds to learn to love the sport of hockey.
Souza is back from the brink
Less than three years after nearly quitting baseball, outfielder Steven Souza Jr. makes an impresssion.
Moving the starting line
By regularly employing run-ups of varying lengths, tracks make race distances difficult to interpret.
Hopkins, 49, set to make more history
Ageless light heavyweight aims to become oldest to unify major titles at D.C. Armory bout in April.
From the wires
Cowboys release veteran LB Ware
Dallas cuts its franchise sacks leader to save salary cap room after the worst season of his career.
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Bennett named ACC coach of the year
Tony Bennett honored after leading Cavs to their first outright ACC regular season title since 1981.
Turning foul shots into free throws
Thanks to unconventional technique, Tony Wroblicky helped American get to Patriot League final at Boston U.
Hokies’ Johnson tries to stay upbeat
As Virginia Tech’s worst season in 59 years nears its close, James Johnson wonders about what could’ve been.
‘We’re going to New York to win’
With NCAA tournament chances in limbo, Georgetown knows it needs a strong run in Big East tournament.
D.C. Sports Bog &
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Brian McCann, Dean Anna have comedic collision (GIF)
Keystone Kops moment invades spring game between Yankees and Nationals.”
Tossup: Save the baby or the souvenir baseball? (video)
Father at Mets game grapples with timeless dilemma of the fan.”
American’s Tony Wroblicky shoots one-handed free throws
One of the stars of American’s run to the Patriot League final has a peculiar free-throw delivery method.”
Blake Griffin dunk is a tribute to Karl Malone (video)
Another night, another highlight as the Clippers beat the Suns.”
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Capitals Insider
Laich visits specialist for groin injury
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Zimmermann retires 12 straight
The Insider
Redskins line up visits for CB, DE
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Meet the 2013 Fall All-Mets
See who made the first, second and honorable mention teams in football, soccer, field hockey, volleyball and cross-country.
Facing cancer with dignity
Local soccer star Shawn Kuykendall, 31, battles thymic cancer with the support of his family, friends and faith.
First and 17
Inside the season with the nation’s top-rated football prospect, Woodbridge’s Da’Shawn Hand.
Sports photo galleries
Oscar Pistorius case
The Olympic athlete is on trial for premeditated murder in the Valentine's Day 2013 shooting of his girlfriend.
Neal Henderson is the familiar face of D.C. minority hockey
Henderson, 76, is the founder of the Fort Dupont Ice Hockey Club, which gives kids of all backgrounds a chance to learn the sport.
NFL free agent signings get underway
Redskins bring back Brian Orakpo, Perry Riley Jr., Santana Moss; add Andre Roberts, Shawn Lauvao and Adam Hayward.
No 9. Riverdale Baptist wins Maryland Private School title
Alex Long leads the Crusaders to a 71-66 win against No. 5 Clinton Christian.
Terrapins upset Cavaliers, 75-69, in overtime
Maryland fights off Virginia in overtime in final ACC basketball game in College Park.
No. 5 Edison falls to Highland Springs, 70-60
The Eagles could not keep up with the Springers in the Virginia 5A state semifinals.
No. 15 Wakefield loses to Henrico, 63-55
The Wakefield Warriors are sent home by the Henrico Warriors in the Virginia 5A semifinals.
Maryland 4A West: Whitman tops Clarksburg 49-44 for league title
Josh Fried and Kyle Depollar combne for 35 to lead the Vikings to the 4A West championship.
2014 Winter Paralympic Games are underway
The games kicked off Friday with Opening Ceremonies at Fisht Stadium in Sochi, Russia.
Theodore Roosevelt tops Maret for DCSAA boys’ title
Rough Riders come out on top of close game 57-53.
No. 4 St. John’s claims DCSAA City title
The Cadets win, 58-42, defeating No. 9 Georgetown Visitation Thursday night at the Verizon Center.
Sports videos
Mike Wise reflects on the Olympics
The Post's Mike Wise talks about his favorite moments covering the Winter Olympics in Sochi.
The Fort Dupont Hockey Club not only teaches D.C. youth how to play hockey, but also the value of hard work, discipline and community.
Can Virginia earn a top seed in the NCAA Tournament?
The Post Sports Live crew discusses what an ACC Tournament title would do for Virginia’s NCAA seeding.
Will the Capitals make the playoffs?
The Post Sports Live crew debates whether the Capitals will make a late run for the playoffs.
What are the Redskins free agent priorities?
The Post Sports Live crew looks at the Redskins free agent targets and which positions the team needs to fill most.
Doctor returns in Pistorius trial after day of graphic testimony
After imposing a broadcast blackout, the judge is releasing a pre-recorded version of the doctor's graphic testimony describing autopsy of Reeva Steenkamp.
For Caps, too little too late?
The Post Sports Live crew looks at whether the team can make a late push for the playoffs.
Capitals add talent, Redskins free agent priorities
The Washington Post's Jonathan Forsythe, LaVar Arrington, Mike Wise and Dan Steinberg discuss the Capitals' new players and whether they will have an impact on the team's chances of making the playoffs, debate the Redskins' priorities in the free agent market, and predict where Virginia will be seeded in the NCAA Tournament.
Dallas Seavey wins his second Iditarod dog race
Dallas Seavey won his second Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race early Tuesday, taking the lead just hours before his finish.
Barry Bonds returns to Giants' spring training
Barry Bonds is wearing a San Francisco Giants uniform once again for a weeklong stay as a hitting coach at spring training.
The Russian’s timing is impeccable
COLUMN | Evgeny Kuznetsov might not be the Capitals’ savior, but after four long years, he’s a reason to believe.
Initial thoughts on instant replay
COLUMN | Baseball’s instant-replay system will improve accuracy and, even more deliciously, add strategy.
What’s physical cost of Woods’s quest?
COLUMN | Tiger Woods’s relentless drive defined his brilliance, and might have undermined its sustainability.
Eagles soar into Patriot League final
Freshman walk-on Charlie Jones and a late switch to a zone defense propel American on a 20-2 run.
Memories of the ACC’s Dean
COLUMN | Former North Carolina coach Dean Smith has lost the ability to recall the historic moments he helped define, but the college basketball legend, 83, is far from forgotten.
Bigger and better, for now
COLUMN | Syracuse-Virginia clash signals expansion has finally revitalized the Atlantic Coast Conference. But let’s not get carried away just yet.
This all sounds so familiar
COLUMN | The Redskins’ locker room remains harmonious but the team’s performance is woefully out of tune.
A headache of
a mixed message
COLUMN | If Mike Shanahan is protecting a healthy RGIII, why not do the same for Jordan Reed?
A visit from RGIII’s dad? So what.
COLUMN | There’s enough to fault Robert Griffin III for without complaining about a locker-room visit from his father.
A window into the ‘new Russia’
COLUMN | Repugnant authority and inspiring spirit exist side by side in the host country at the Winter Games.
Figure skating is difficult to decipher
COLUMN | The women’s final in Sochi will be endlessly argued, but that’s the nature of the sport.
A burden too large to bear
COLUMN | An entire country was leaning on the tiny shoulders of 15-year-old Russian figure skater Julia Lipnitskaia, who was unable to deliver.
Glaring needs go unaddressed
COLUMN | In need of help in secondary, the Redskins land no corners or safeties on the opening day of free agency and instead opt for conservative approach.
Terps find way to flip script
COLUMN | After a season full of near-misses, Maryland finds the target in ACC regular season finale win over Virginia.
Is Wittman the correct coach?
COLUMN | Randy Wittman has overseen the transformation of the Wizards from doormat contender. Is he the guy for the next phase?
Gritty beats pretty once again
COLUMN | Until the Caps accomplish more, comparisons with the Penguins during the Crosby-Ovechkin era should come to a stop.
The recycling king of Washington
COLUMN | By turning his mistakes (and others’) into something useful, Wizards GM Ernie Grunfeld might have saved his job.
Oppressive power, resilient spirits
COLUMN | Sochi Games revealed both the cold ugliness of Russia and the warm beauty of Russians.
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