D.C. SPORTS BOG

Sports news, quirks, opinions and other stuff

As the USFL restarts, a look back at the Washington Federals’ wild ride

The Federals were terrible on the field and colorful off it. Players and coaches alike were both unconventional and unpredictable.

By Jake RussellApril 15, 2022

New at Nats Park: Easier entry, hot chicken, a sportsbook and ‘Juan Solo’

Nationals Park will reopen for a full season in 2022 with new dining and drinking options and a dramatically revamped Champions Club.

By Fritz HahnApril 6, 2022

Nationals, Wizards unveil collaborative cherry blossom uniforms

“I think that doing it together speaks to how together we are as a city,” said Jacqueline Coleman, senior vice president of marketing for the Nationals.

By Andrew GoldenMarch 29, 2022

A timeline of the Washington Football Team name change debate

A look at some of the key moments that led the franchise to announce it was retiring the name after 87 years.

By Scott AllenFebruary 2, 2022

A shirtless Ryan Fitzpatrick was roaring for the Bills during playoff win over Patriots

Fitzpatrick, who hasn't played since suffering an injury in Week 1 as a member of the Washington Football Team, has spoken in the past about his fondness for Buffalo, where he spent four seasons.

By Des BielerJanuary 17, 2022
Analysis

Hail or Fail: Washington wasted a golden opportunity to end its record shutout-less streak

After allowing a fourth-quarter touchdown to the Giants, Washington still hasn’t shut out an opponent since Sept. 30, 1991, a span of nearly 500 games.

By Scott AllenJanuary 10, 2022

Ernie Grunfeld’s son details his family’s journey from the Holocaust to the NBA in new book

In “By the Grace of the Game,” Dan Grunfeld weaves a rich story of darkness and light told largely through basketball.

By Scott AllenJanuary 7, 2022

Wizards analyst apologizes after apparent reference to Kevin Porter Jr.’s late father

Glenn Consor said he mistakenly thought the Rockets guard was the son of former Washington Bullets player Kevin Porter.

By Scott AllenJanuary 6, 2022
Analysis

A look at the Capitals’ long climb toward an all-time goal differential of zero

After allowing almost 800 more goals than they scored over their first eight seasons, the Capitals are within five goals of a trivial break-even point.

By Scott Allen and Ben SumnerJanuary 5, 2022

Hail or Fail: Fox cameraman, Wendell Smallwood take big hits in Washington’s loss to Eagles

Fourth-down plays doomed Washington, which was eliminated from playoff contention.

By Scott AllenJanuary 3, 2022

Hail or Fail: Washington’s ugly loss to Cowboys had ‘Monday Night Massacre’ vibes

Washington trailed 42-7 at halftime and suffered its most lopsided defeat in 123 all-time meetings with Dallas.

By Scott AllenDecember 27, 2021

Canine Capitals super fan Ovie the Bulldog dies at 12

Ovie the Bulldog, an English bulldog and Washington Capitals fanatic, died Friday, according to his owner.

By Ben SumnerDecember 27, 2021

Hail or Fail: Washington’s upset hopes faded, along with its playoff chances, after a surprising start

A Washington win in Philadelphia would have been one of the most improbable in franchise history. Jalen Hurts and the Eagles had other ideas.

By Scott AllenDecember 22, 2021

James Madison, North Dakota State fans come together in the name of charity

With additional contributions from other fan bases, Dukes and Bison supporters have raised money for two worthy causes ahead of Friday’s semifinal game.

By Scott AllenDecember 16, 2021

New book tells the story of the Sports Junkies’ improbable 25-year run

In “Still Barking,” J.P. Flaim, one of the Junkies, chronicles the journey of four childhood friends from cable access television to the D.C. airwaves.

By Scott AllenDecember 16, 2021
Analysis

Hail or Fail: Late comeback bid falls short, but the Washington-Dallas rivalry is alive and well

“We hate ’em. They hate us,” Washington linebacker Cole Holcomb said after a 27-20 loss to the Cowboys at FedEx Field.

By Scott AllenDecember 13, 2021

How low can Army and Navy go? Expect another low-scoring game in 122nd meeting.

Army and Navy’s familiarity with each other and similar offenses make it hard to move the ball.

By Scott AllenDecember 10, 2021

The D.C. ties to four of baseball’s newest Hall of Famers

Gil Hodges, Jim Kaat, Minnie Miñoso and Tony Oliva all have connections to the original or expansion Washington Senators.

By Scott AllenDecember 9, 2021

‘Scrappy’ Taylor Heinicke has a fan in Brett Favre, the Hall of Famer he grew up idolizing

Taylor Heinicke was a guest on Brett Favre’s radio show this week and shared his favorite memories of watching the Green Bay Packers legend with his dad.

By Scott AllenDecember 8, 2021

We want Dallas? Washington eyes first three-game winning streak against Cowboys since 1988.

Washington has a rare opportunity this week to beat the Cowboys for a third consecutive time.

By Scott AllenDecember 7, 2021