Andrew Alvarez struggles with command in Nationals’ loss to Rockies
The Nationals’ offense scored one run on Daylen Lile’s second homer in as many days. Washington has scored four runs or fewer in nine of their last 11 games.
Nationals left-hander Andrew Alvarez pitches against the Colorado Rockies during the second inning Tuesday.
In St. Louis, Matt Holliday watches Jackson play at the ballpark his son ‘grew up at’
"Most of my memories from my dad’s career are here," Jackson Holliday said. "And to be able to go out there tonight will be really cool.”
Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday slides into third base against the St. Louis Cardinals in the fifth inning Tuesday.
Odafe Oweh felt trapped in Baltimore. He’s found freedom in D.C.
Oweh grew frustrated with a Ravens scheme he felt was holding him back.
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Odafe Oweh (99) crosses a practice field to join teammates during the team’s training camp at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md. on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.
The Commanders got a reality check in Detroit. Can they fix their O-line?
A walk-through on Monday became a full-blown practice. Dan Quinn said it wasn’t a punishment. But he used words like “disarray” to describe what he saw on tape.
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn watches from the sidelines during a preseason game against the Miami Dolphins in Landover earlier this month.
Nationals’ offense taps into small ball, breaks out of slump in big win over Rockies
The Nationals’ lineup resembled its first-half ways for the first time in a long time, drawing eight walks and recording 13 hits.
Washington Nationals' CJ Abrams, right, slides into second base for a steal during against the Colorado Rockies during the first inning.
Kyle Goon: Taulia Tagovailoa set records for the Terps. His next dream? Going to the Olympics.
COLUMN | After a quick decision to join American Samoa’s flag football team, the former Terp is now setting out to make history by playing the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
Taulia Tagovailoa signs autographs for fans at the Flag Football World Championships in Dusseldorf, Germany, in August 2026. Tagovailoa, a former Terps quarterback, helped lead American Samoa to a 38-32 upset of Team USA on Aug. 14. American Samoa finished fifth in the the tournament after entering as the lowest-ranked team.
Ravens media poll: The biggest surprise, the biggest area of concern and more
After 17 practices and two preseason games, we asked the reporters covering the Ravens how they feel about the state of the team and what they see as the most pressing concerns.
Baltimore Ravens head coach Jesse Minter watches from the sidelines in the fourth quarter of the team’s preseason win over the Philadelphia Eagles.
More details emerge in domestic violence case against Ravens’ Rashod Bateman
The mother of Bateman’s daughter said the wide receiver woke her up in the middle of the night, called her a liar and pushed her into the wall, likely causing “one or more” of the bruises on her face, according to police.
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman during a football game against the New England Patriots in Baltimore last year.
The Nationals are making ‘Triple-A as close to big leagues as possible.’ It’s paying off.
“Even down to the Dominican Summer League, we want each level to have some similarities,” said assistant general manager and farm director Devin Pearson. “It’s impossible to make them completely the same, but [it’s] definitely intentional.”
Nationals outfielder Andrew Pinckney watches his triple on Saturday against the Mets.
Jon Meoli: After struggling, Dylan Beavers is back to hitting fastballs for the Orioles. Here’s how.
On the home stand that just ended, something clicked for the Orioles’ rookie outfielder, who homered on fastballs in three straight games after entering the week with three home runs total.
Dylan Beavers drives in a run against the Tigers in July.
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Henderson's 2026 has brought career lows in batting average and OPS.
How ‘Clash of Clans,’ a phone game, brought together a minor league pitcher and these Orioles fans
Before he became a member of the Orioles organization, Brock Moore met some fans through the online phone game “Clash of Clans.”
Brock Moore
Childs Walker: 5 things we learned from the Ravens-Vikings game
The Ravens are 2-0 in coach Jesse Minter’s first preseason after a smothering 13-3 win over the Minnesota Vikings. Here are five things we learned from a game that featured few starters and even fewer offensive fireworks.
Quarterback Joe Fagnano has seized on his opportunities to prove he can slot in behind Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley on the Ravens’ depth chart.
Nationals’ Jackson Kent makes strides in third major league start: ‘I think it’s only up from here’
Kent threw 4 2/3 innings, allowing three runs on four hits with five strikeouts and three walks, in the Nationals’ 6-2 loss.
Jackson Kent allowed three runs and four hits in 4 2/3 innings of the Nationals’ 6-2 loss at Miami.
A 2-out rally against Shane Baz leads to Rays win over Orioles
The Rays scored three runs in the sixth inning to break open what had been a pitcher’s duel.
Shane Baz allowed three runs on five hits in 5 2/3 innings Sunday against the Rays.
Trump waves green flag to start IndyCar race as drivers zoom through DC streets
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump are scheduled to watch Sunday’s Freedom 250 Grand Prix as the cars whip through the city’s downtown, including a stretch along Pennsylvania Avenue not too far from the White House.
President Donald Trump waves the green flag to start the race alongside first lady Melania Trump, right, and from left, Bettina Trump and Donald Trump Jr. during the IndyCar Freedom 250 Grand Prix auto race, Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026, in Washington. (Doug Mills/The New York Times via AP, Pool)
Orioles ride outstanding defense and 2 big pinch hits to comeback win over Rays
Samuel Basallo tied the game with a two-run homer in the eighth, and Dylan Beavers provided the walk-off double in a 3-2 victory.
Teammates converge on Dylan Beavers after his walk-off hit to beat the Rays on Saturday night at Camden Yards.
Nationals pitchers have to shoulder the load for undermanned lineup
Three runs seem like a gargantuan task for this lineup. Particularly against Marlins ace Eury Perez, one of the preeminent young pitchers in the game, the Nationals were fighting uphill Saturday.
Nationals shortstop Nasim Nuñez throws to first base to complete a double play in the first inning Saturday at Miami.
Ravens risers and fallers: How second preseason game changed players’ stock
Here’s who made an impression, for better or worse, in the Ravens’ 13-3 preseason win at Minnesota on Saturday.
In one series Saturday, safety Keondre Jackson stopped the Vikings’ returner, sacked Carson Wentz and dropped a running back for a loss.
Commanders stock report: Jayden Daniels makes debut, but a different quarterback shines
Here are the players who stood out, one way or the other, in the Commanders’ 17-13 preseason loss to the Lions on Saturday.
Washington Commanders running back Craig Reynolds (24) is flipped by Detroit Lions cornerback Avonte Maddox (29) during a preseason NFL football game, Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Rey Del Rio)
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