Nationals trying to draw more DC-area bars to show games on their TVs in exchange for fan freebies

The Washington Nationals want their fans to be able to watch their games more often at local bars in the area. Now, the team has been reaching out to these businesses for them to play ball.

Animal rights groups slam bear use at soccer match

Animal rights groups have condemned the use of a bear that performed before a Russian soccer match.

WWE Hall of Famer Bruno Sammartino dead at 82

Professional wrestling legend Bruno Sammartino died Wednesday, WWE announced. He was 82. Sammartino, a WWE Hall of Famer, was known as one of the greatest professional wrestlers of any era and one of the ultimate good guys in the ring.

Capitals beat Blue Jackets 3-2 in double OT, pull to 2-1 in series

Lars Eller scored in the second overtime period and the Washington Capitals beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-2 in Game 3 on Tuesday night to tighten up the their first-round playoff series.

Nationals' Bryce Harper astounds fans with 406 foot broken bat home run

Nationals slugger Bryce Harper took the meaning of the phrase 'hard hitting' to a new level Monday night when he cracked his bat into two pieces in a whopping 406 feet home run during the eighth inning against the Mets Monday night at Citi Field.

Desiree Linden, of Michigan, first American woman to win Boston Marathon in 33 years

Desiree Linden splashed her way through icy rain and a near-gale headwind to a Boston Marathon victory on Monday, the first American woman to win the race since 1985.

Dallas Cowboys release WR Dez Bryant

The Dallas Cowboys released Dez Bryant on Friday, ending the tenure of one of the franchise's most notable players.

Capitals fall to Blue Jackets 4-3 in overtime in Game 1

Artemi Panarin scored 6:02 into overtime to give the Columbus Blue Jackets a 4-3 victory over the Washington Capitals on Thursday night in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series.

Washington Redskins 2018 preseason schedule released

The NFL has released the 2018 preseason schedule and the Washington Redskins will be facing off against all AFC teams to prepare for the regular season.

UFC star McGregor facing criminal charges in New York City

NEW YORK (AP) - Ultimate fighting star Conor McGregor is facing criminal charges in the wake of a backstage melee he allegedly instigated that has forced the removal of three fights from UFC's biggest card of the year. Video footage appears to show the promotion's most bankable star throwing a hand truck at a bus full of fighters on Thursday after a news conference for UFC 223 at...

WATCH: Bald eagle goes after Mariners pitcher at Twins home opener

A bald eagle that was brought out to fly for the national anthem at the Minnesota Twins home opener Thursday wanted to get in on the action against Seattle Mariners. 

Baltimore Ravens agree to 1-year deal with Robert Griffin III

The Baltimore Ravens have announced they have agreed to a one-year deal with former Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III

One-armed teen baseball catcher inspires millions, including professional athletes

A high school baseball player in Tennessee is getting attention for his arm. Luke Terry, a freshman at Cornersville High School, has become a viral sensation for his catching and hitting abilities, MLB.com reported. The most remarkable part of all is that Terry is a standout on his team and does it all with one arm.

Villanova tops Michigan 79-62 for 2nd national title in 3 years

Villanova caps dominating NCAA Tournament run with 79-62 victory over Michigan for 2nd championship in 3 seasons.  This is the Wildcats’ second national title in three seasons.

Matt Barnes organizes rally for Stephon Clark

Former Sacramento Kings player Matt Barnes joined the cause with protestors in Sacramento who are demanding accountability for the shooting death of Stephon Clark.