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Americans, torn between mourning and normalcy, use our games to move on

The cycle of mourning and then moving on may not be more obvious anywhere than in sports, the great American diversion.

By Candace Buckner

Beneath Steve Kerr’s self-control is a life’s worth of outrage and grief

By Sally Jenkins

Tennis has an anger-management problem, and it’s getting worse

At the French Open, a player flings a racket, and a child ducks. Cited for unsportsmanlike conduct, 63rd-ranked Irina-Camelia Begu plays on.

The NBA ‘SuperFan’ who got rich fighting rent control

Jimmy Goldstein has courtside seats and a Hall of Fame wing with his name on it. But his senior-citizen tenants say his business tactics are nothing to celebrate.

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Taxi Fountas has arrived for D.C. United, endearing himself to teammates, fans and turtles

As Matt Cronin thrives in Harrisburg, the Nats won’t rush the process

By Jesse Dougherty

Nationals’ Joe Ross suffers elbow setback after his first rehab start

By Andrew Golden

Perspectives

Who’s afraid of Daniel Snyder? NFL owners, apparently.

By John Feinstein

Stephen Strasburg is back on the bump, and that’s a start for the Nats

By Barry Svrluga

For the Celtics and Heat, gruesome playoff injuries hurt so good

By Candace Buckner

Life was a ball with Roger Angell. How lucky we were to read about it.

By Thomas Boswell

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For pair of fifth-year Terps, whirlwind careers will end at Final Four

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Capitals’ Tom Wilson will miss six to eight months after ACL surgery

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Surfing a record 86-foot wave took guts. Measuring it took 18 months.

Sebastian Steudtner was on his board, bobbing in the waters off Nazaré, Portugal, when he saw a lone monster approaching.

Reeling from suicides, college athletes press NCAA: ‘This is a crisis’

At least five college athletes have died by suicide in recent months, sparking calls for more support from the NCAA.

By Molly Hensley-Clancy

This MLB season, the ball is making everyone batty

With grip issues and lost home runs, the game's most fundamental piece of equipment sparks scrutiny.

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The NBA ‘SuperFan’ who got rich fighting rent control

Jimmy Goldstein has courtside seats and a Hall of Fame wing with his name on it. But his senior-citizen tenants say his business tactics are nothing to celebrate.

Tennis has an anger-management problem, and it’s getting worse

Beneath Steve Kerr’s self-control is a life’s worth of outrage and grief

Surfing a record 86-foot wave took guts. Measuring it took 18 months.

These are the NFL power ratings that actually matter

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

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Josh Donaldson suspended one game for calling Tim Anderson ‘Jackie’

By Chelsea Janes

Benches clear after Josh Donaldson calls Tim Anderson ‘Jackie’

Life was a ball with Roger Angell. How lucky we were to read about it.

By Thomas Boswell

The once-chaotic New York Mets are suddenly strong and steady

By Chelsea Janes

WASHINGTON NATIONALS

Nationals’ Joe Ross suffers elbow setback after his first rehab start

By Andrew Golden

As Matt Cronin thrives in Harrisburg, the Nats won’t rush the process

Nationals shut out Dodgers as Erick Fedde, bullpen come through

Josiah Gray lasts only three innings as Nationals fall to Dodgers

NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE

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These are the NFL power ratings that actually matter

By Neil Greenberg

Judge denies NFL’s motions to dismiss Jon Gruden’s lawsuit, move it to arbitration

Quarterback Colin Kaepernick lands workout with Raiders

‘That’s when I got really scared’: Deshaun Watson accusers speak to HBO

Washington Commanders

Key Virginia senators raise doubts about Commanders stadium bill

By Laura Vozzella

Who’s afraid of Daniel Snyder? NFL owners, apparently.

Commanders resume offseason workouts without Terry McLaurin, Chase Young

Terry McLaurin absent for start of Commanders’ OTAs amid contract talks

NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION

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The NBA ‘SuperFan’ who got rich fighting rent control

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What to know about the 2022 NBA playoffs

By Ben Golliver

Americans, torn between mourning and normalcy, use our games to move on

By Candace Buckner

Beneath Steve Kerr’s self-control is a life’s worth of outrage and grief

By Sally Jenkins

WASHINGTON WIZARDS

Bradley Beal is rehabbing his wrist and a local basketball court

At No. 10 spot in NBA draft, Wizards have more options than usual

Chris Miller replaces Justin Kutcher as Wizards’ TV play-by-play voice

Players praised Wes Unseld Jr.’s even keel. But the defense was still bad.

College Football

The best part of NIL: Learning which coaches can’t stand each other

By Adam Kilgore

Miami’s billionaire booster defends his big-dollar NIL deals

NCAA targets boosters with new NIL guidelines

In Maryland’s spring game, offensive flashes, defensive concerns

By Emily Giambalvo

College Basketball

Kansas makes stunning second-half comeback to win national title

By Chuck Culpepper

These Jayhawks weren’t top recruits, but they evolved into champions

By Emily Giambalvo

With Coach K gone, Bill Self could be the new voice of college hoops

By Barry Svrluga

Yes, UNC-Duke was epic. No, it wasn’t the final scene of this movie.

By Chuck Culpepper

Taxi Fountas has arrived for D.C. United, endearing himself to teammates, fans and turtles

Everything you need to know about the Champions League final

By Matt Bonesteel

In third meeting this month, Spirit extends unbeaten streak vs. OL Reign

With late three-goal flourish, Manchester City wins Premier League

WASHINGTON MYSTICS

Brittney Griner’s wife calls on Biden to act on ‘Good Morning America’

Mystics’ defense carries the day in a win over the Dream

By Kareem Copeland

In a matchup overflowing with stars, the Sky slows down the Mystics

By Kareem Copeland

Rookies shine on both sides as Mystics close out Dream to stay atop standings

By Kareem Copeland

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE

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After 31 years, one of hockey’s most intense rivalries is back for the playoffs

After another playoff loss, the Capitals’ proud core faces hard questions

By Barry Svrluga

Canadiens will host the NHL draft — and they’ll have the first pick

By Michael Errigo

Islanders fire Barry Trotz after missing playoffs for first time in four seasons

WASHINGTON CAPITALS

Capitals’ Tom Wilson will miss six to eight months after ACL surgery

By Samantha Pell

Alex Ovechkin’s situation isn’t as simple as Putin is ‘my president’

Besides aging core and goaltending, Capitals must answer injury questions

The story of the Caps’ 2022 postseason is one of missed opportunities

D.C. SPORTS BOG

FredNats voice will lend his zany style to ESPN for Big 12 tournament

Rating every game on the Commanders’ 2022 schedule

Commanders’ revived marching band will have a new look and sound

The minor league broadcaster you have to hear to believe

Joshua Thompson of St. John’s checks another one off his list at DCSAA track meet

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Maryland softball semifinals: Severna Park, Sherwood win 4A matchups

By Noah Ferguson

Maryland baseball semifinals: Sherwood, Severna Park set up 4A rematch

By Jacob Richman

Severna Park seizes state-record 11th boys’ lacrosse championship

By Kyle Melnick