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Mattheus breaks throwing hand

Nationals’ setup man breaks his throwing hand after he punches a locker, further depleting an already-struggling bullpen.

More than a numbers game

Between the lottery and the draft, the Wizards will work out prospects and make calls about potential trades.

Earning their pinstripes

COLUMN | The Yankees don’t have a roster for the ages this season, yet they are back atop the standings in the American League East.

In shaky infield, LaRoche is solid

In shaky infield, LaRoche is solid

The Nats lead the major leagues in errors, but Adam LaRoche’s work at first base draws praise.

AT&T National moving out of D.C.?

AT&T National moving out of D.C.?

If option to keep the tournament at Congressional isn’t picked up, Tiger Woods is ready to look elsewhere.

Chasing their World Cup dreams

Chasing their World Cup dreams

South County’s Andi Sullivan and Woodgrove’s Brittany Basinger seek spots on U.S. under-20 team.

Military Bowl moves to Annapolis

Military Bowl moves to Annapolis

After five years at RFK Stadium, the Military Bowl will be played at Navy- Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.

Md.-ACC lawsuit continues

Md.-ACC lawsuit continues

Hearing scheduled for Thursday might bring clarity to dispute over whether Maryland has to pay exit fee.

D.C. Sports Bog &
The Early Lead

Michael Jordan to change Bobcats to Hornets, report says

Maybe this will change the fortunes of the Hall of Famer's franchise. Hey, it couldn't hurt.”

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 Cindy Boren

Nats camouflage-themed jerseys

It appears that the Nats will hit the field on Memorial Day in a complete camo ensemble. ”

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Tiger Woods vs. Sergio Garcia: The sniping continues

Woods isn't calling Garcia, who fires back: "Tiger doesn't make a difference to my life. And I know that I don't make a difference to his life."”

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 Cindy Boren

Tiger Woods on RGIII

In town to promote the AT”

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 Dan Steinberg

Sports photo galleries

St. Stephen’s/St. Agnes tops Landon, 7-5 in IAC title game

Saints beat Bears for first time in program history to clinch conference championship.

River Hill wins 3A East

Hawks beat Mount Hebron, 6-5, to win region softball championship.

South River earns a place in state final

Brandon Senft and Ben Chisolm combine for nine goals in the semifinal victory over Howard.

Sherwood girls earn spot in state final

The Warriors make their first trip to the Maryland 4A/3A state championship.

MLB power rankings

Barry Svrluga assesses the best teams in Major League Baseball through Thursday.

Softball: Glen Burnie take Maryland 4A East crown

The Gophers defeat Chesapeake, 4-1, in the 4A East final with the help of Alyssa Allender’s three-run home run Friday afternoon.

Baseball: Churchill wins Maryland 4A West championship

The Bulldogs jumped ahead early to defeat Wootton, 10-5, Friday afternoon in Rockville.

David Beckham announces retirement

The British soccer superstar says he will retire when his French team’s season ends May 26.

Orb prepares for the Preakness

The Kentucky Derby champion readies for Baltimore’s Preakness Stakes on Saturday, where he is the favored to win.

Girls’ Lacrosse: St. Stephen’s/St. Agnes wins ISL-AA Championship

The Saints edge out Georgetown Visitation, 14-12, to win the ISL-AA final in Potomac Wednesday afternoon.

Gonzaga beats Good Counsel, Paul VI in WCAC golf championships

Paul VI Catholic’s Patrick McDonald takes home individual championship

Sports videos

St. Stephen’s/St. Agnes wins IAC Championship

St. Stephen’s/St. Agnes wins IAC Championship

St. Stephen’s/St. Agnes defeated Landon, 7-5, to win its first IAC championship.
Bigger concern for Nationals defense or bullpen?--Post Sports Live

Bigger concern for Nationals defense or bullpen?--Post Sports Live

The Post Sports Live crew debates whether the Nationals defensive struggles or the team’s bullpen are of bigger concern.
Beckham to retire from soccer at end of season

Beckham to retire from soccer at end of season

David Beckham is retiring from soccer, ending a career in which he transcended the sport with forays into fashion and a marriage to a pop star that made him a global celebrity.
Mike Wise to D.C.: Lamont Peterson is your champion--Post Sports Live

Mike Wise to D.C.: Lamont Peterson is your champion--Post Sports Live

The Washington Post’s Mike Wise makes the case that D.C. should get behind Lamont Peterson, who is competing for the International Boxing Federation’s title on Saturday.
59 Seconds: May 16,2013

59 Seconds: May 16,2013

VIDEO | The Post’s Katherine Boyle offers the latest on the Texas tornadoes, Benghazi, and more.
St. Stephen’s/St. Agnes wins ISL Championship

St. Stephen’s/St. Agnes wins ISL Championship

St. Stephen’s/St. Agnes defeated Georgetown Visitation, 14-12, to claim the title.
59 Seconds: May 15, 2013

59 Seconds: May 15, 2013

VIDEO | The Post’s Emi Kolawole offers the latest on Kenneth Bae, Holder’s meeting with the House Judicary Committee, and more.
Are Strasburg’s struggles mental or mechanical?--Post Sports Live

Are Strasburg’s struggles mental or mechanical?--Post Sports Live

The Post Sports Live crew debates whether Stephen Strasburg’s recent pitching struggles are all in his head.
Assessing the Capitals’ season--Post Sports Live

Assessing the Capitals’ season--Post Sports Live

The Post Sports Live crew discusses the Capitals 2013-2014 season, which ended Monday night after a 5-0 loss to the New York Rangers in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinal.
A girl among boys

A girl among boys

Despite leading a male boat, McLean’s Andrea Pappas is one of the area’s best coxswains.

Thomas Boswell

Thomas Boswell

Earning their pinstripes

COLUMN | The Yankees don’t have a roster for the ages this season, yet they are back atop the standings in the American League East.

Thomas Boswell

Thomas Boswell

The Nationals’ offensive woes

COLUMN | The team’s lack of runs may point to a flawed lineup. But is it the right time for a change?

Thomas Boswell

Thomas Boswell

Handle with extreme care

COLUMN | Bryce Harper’s latest scary run-in with a wall should show the Nats’ hard-playing star it’s time to dial it back.

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John Feinstein

John Feinstein

The art of almost

COLUMN | Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist made only one mistake, but it was costly in a 1-0 loss to the Capitals in Game 2 of their first-round series.

John Feinstein

John Feinstein

Cardinals are Pitino’s ‘toughest’

COLUMN | Louisville’s Rick Pitino calls his new national champions “ the 13 toughest guys I’ve ever coached.”

John Feinstein

John Feinstein

‘Willy stuff’ sends Amherst to title

COLUMN | Willy Workman did it all for Amherst as the Lord Jeffs took the Division III title.

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Tracee Hamilton

Tracee Hamilton

A right to know vs. a right to privacy

COLUMN | When athletes suffer injuries, everyone wants details, and no one wants to share them.

Tracee Hamilton

Tracee Hamilton

Thrown by a curveball

COLUMN | If he’s to become a true ace for the Nationals, Stephen Strasburg needs to learn to deal with adversity.

Tracee Hamilton

Tracee Hamilton

Caps, Rangers turn to goalies

COLUMN | Braden Holtby and Henrik Lundqvist have put on a goaltending clinic in the first-round series.

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Sally Jenkins

Sally Jenkins

Excuses are the Caps’ problem

COLUMN | Rationalizing defeat instead of confronting shortcomings almost guarantees future failures.

Sally Jenkins

Sally Jenkins

Courage of Jason Collins

COLUMN | NBA player’s decision to say publicly that he is gay was act of bravery.

Sally Jenkins

Sally Jenkins

Huskies are a different breed

COLUMN | The U-Conn. women do things differently, and it showed as the Huskies win an eighth title.

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Jason Reid

Jason Reid

As RGIII heals, offense faces rebuild

COLUMN | The Redskins must adjust a successful system to keep their star quarterback healthy and happy.

Jason Reid

Jason Reid

Let Harper be Harper

COLUMN | The Nats outfielder is still learning the game, but don’t change his hard-charging style of play.

Jason Reid

Jason Reid

Gasol, Conley: Generation Next?

COLUMN | Marc Gasol and Mike Conley are providing the Memphis Grizzlies with some strong leads.

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Mike Wise

Mike Wise

Peterson enjoys low profile

COLUMN | District boxer Lamont Peterson likes the relative quiet before a fight. But he’s ready to put on a show Saturday in Atlantic City.

Mike Wise

Mike Wise

Not young, again outgunned

COLUMN | Caps’ Alex Ovechkin, Nicklas Backstrom and Mike Green are running out of playoff chances.

Mike Wise

Mike Wise

Truly, a talent for the ages

COLUMN | Given the comparisons Bryce Harper is drawing at 20 years old, why limit him to just baseball?

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Editor's Choice

High costs in ‘hurt business’

DO NO HARM: Part III | The NFL’s health insurance ends years before some ex-players’ physical ailments set in. So who should pay?

Can this man save cycling?

Even as he follows the path set by Lance Armstrong, Joe Dombrowski seeks to distance himself and his sport from the fallen legend.

2013 Winter All-Met

Honoring the area’s best in basketball, indoor track, hockey, wrestling and swimming.