DC's Verizon Center to be renamed Capital One Arena
The Verizon Center is getting a new name. The home of the Capitals and Wizards, and a major concert stop for touring artists from around the world, is changing its name to the Capital One Arena.
The Verizon Center is getting a new name. The home of the Capitals and Wizards, and a major concert stop for touring artists from around the world, is changing its name to the Capital One Arena.
VIDEO: Harlem Globetrotter makes incredible basketball shot from helicopter
The Harlem Globetrotters are known for their amazing trick shots and entertaining exhibitions, but one of their current players may have just outdone himself with his latest feat.
The Harlem Globetrotters are known for their amazing trick shots and entertaining exhibitions, but one of their current players may have just outdone himself with his latest feat.
Former Phillies catcher Darren Daulton dies at 55
Former Phillies catcher Darren Daulton has died after a battle with brain cancer. He was 55 years old.
Former Phillies catcher Darren Daulton has died after a battle with brain cancer. He was 55 years old.
Former Cubs manager Don Baylor dies at 68
Don Baylor, the burly slugger who once held the Major League Baseball record for being hit a pitch and later guided the expansion Colorado Rockies to the playoffs for the first time as manager of the year, died Monday of cancer. He was 68.
Don Baylor, the burly slugger who once held the Major League Baseball record for being hit a pitch and later guided the expansion Colorado Rockies to the playoffs for the first time as manager of the year, died Monday of cancer. He was 68.
Shaquille O'Neal shares plans to run for sheriff in Henry County, Georgia
Basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal shared his plans to run for sheriff in Henry County, Georgia.
Basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal shared his plans to run for sheriff in Henry County, Georgia.
LA reaches deal to host 2028 Summer Olympic Games
Los Angeles has reached a deal with international Olympic leaders to host the 2028 Summer Games.
Los Angeles has reached a deal with international Olympic leaders to host the 2028 Summer Games.
Astros trade Aoki, Hernandez to Blue Jays for picther Liriano
The Houston Astros have acquired left-handed pitcher Francisco Liriano from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for outfielders Norichika Aoki and Teoscar Hernandez, team general manager Jeff Luhnow announced on Monday. Liriano is scheduled to join the Astros at Minute Maid Park on Tuesday.
The Houston Astros have acquired left-handed pitcher Francisco Liriano from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for outfielders Norichika Aoki and Teoscar Hernandez, team general manager Jeff Luhnow announced on Monday. Liriano is scheduled to join the Astros at Minute Maid Park on Tuesday.
Fort Worth Zoo names giraffe after Adrian Beltre
The new baby reticulated giraffe at the Fort Worth Zoo was named Beltre to honor the Texas Rangers player.
The new baby reticulated giraffe at the Fort Worth Zoo was named Beltre to honor the Texas Rangers player.
A's trade pitcher Sonny Gray to Yankees
The Oakland A's traded right-handed pitcher Sonny Gray and $1,500,000 international bonus slot cash to the New York Yankees for outfielder Dustin Fowler, infielder Jorge Mateo and right-handed pitcher James Kaprielian the club announced today. The three players are ranked as the fourth, eighth and 12th best prospects respectively in the Yankees farm system by MLB.com.
The Oakland A's traded right-handed pitcher Sonny Gray and $1,500,000 international bonus slot cash to the New York Yankees for outfielder Dustin Fowler, infielder Jorge Mateo and right-handed pitcher James Kaprielian the club announced today. The three players are ranked as the fourth, eighth and 12th best prospects respectively in the Yankees farm system by MLB.com.
Rangers trade pitcher Yu Darvish to the Los Angeles Dodgers
Rangers pitcher Yu Darvish was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday, according to FOX Sports.
Rangers pitcher Yu Darvish was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday, according to FOX Sports.
Steve Bartman to receive Cubs World Series ring
The Chicago Cubs announced today that they are gifting an official 2016 World Series Championship ring to Steve Bartman – the infamous fan who flubbed a foul ball during the 2003 NLCS series.
The Chicago Cubs announced today that they are gifting an official 2016 World Series Championship ring to Steve Bartman – the infamous fan who flubbed a foul ball during the 2003 NLCS series.
Lakeview hospital experiences baby boom 9 months after Cubs' World Series win
A baby boom is underway at a hospital in Lakeview, and it shows just how much Chicago celebrated the Cubs’ World Series win.
A baby boom is underway at a hospital in Lakeview, and it shows just how much Chicago celebrated the Cubs’ World Series win.
Jordan Reed's injury status a big question as Redskins open training camp
Tight end Jordan Reed was a surprise inclusion on the Washington Redskins' physically unable to perform list at the start of training camp.
Tight end Jordan Reed was a surprise inclusion on the Washington Redskins' physically unable to perform list at the start of training camp.
Wizards announce contract extension for John Wall
John Wall signed his $170 million, four-year contract extension that owner Ted Leonsis said provides the Washington Wizards with long-term stability.
John Wall signed his $170 million, four-year contract extension that owner Ted Leonsis said provides the Washington Wizards with long-term stability.
Redskins players arrive for training camp
FOX 5's Brody Logan reports.
FOX 5's Brody Logan reports.
Local youth football program reflects on new brain injury study
Youth football coach Andy Stefanelli says he works to make football as safe as possible for his players despite new research that demonstrates a link between former football players and a serious brain condition.
Youth football coach Andy Stefanelli says he works to make football as safe as possible for his players despite new research that demonstrates a link between former football players and a serious brain condition.
Lucky Whitehead wrongfully charged with larceny, Prince William County police say
Former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver and Manassas, Virginia, native Rodney 'Lucky' Whitehead was wrongfully charged with petit larceny, according to Prince William County police.
Former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver and Manassas, Virginia, native Rodney 'Lucky' Whitehead was wrongfully charged with petit larceny, according to Prince William County police.
CTE study finds brain disease in 110 out of 111 former NFL players tested
Research on 202 former football players found evidence of brain disease in nearly all of them, from athletes in the NFL, college and even high school.
Research on 202 former football players found evidence of brain disease in nearly all of them, from athletes in the NFL, college and even high school.
John Wall agrees to sign 'supermax' contract extension with Wizards
Washington Wizards guard John Wall has agreed to sign a “supermax” contract extension with the team.
Washington Wizards guard John Wall has agreed to sign a “supermax” contract extension with the team.
Redskins punter Tress Way creates trivia game
With training camp set to begin for the 2017 NFL season, Washington Redskins punter Tress Way is launching a new venture with a trivia card game called “What’s Your Bid?”
With training camp set to begin for the 2017 NFL season, Washington Redskins punter Tress Way is launching a new venture with a trivia card game called “What’s Your Bid?”