Washington Mystics Rookies WNBA All-Stars
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Mike Rizzo and Davey Martinez are out: What's next for the Nationals?

As the Nationals sit at a disappointing 37-53 record in 2025, the team relieved General Manager Mike Rizzo and Manager Davey Martinez of their duties in an announcement on Sunday.

Trump on RFK Stadium deal: 'If I can help them out, I would'

President Donald Trump says he wants to see the Commanders at RFK Stadium – but implied he'd stay on the sidelines for now. 

Mystics’ star duo Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron to play in WNBA All-Star game

Washington Mystics rookies Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron are headed to the WNBA All-Star game, making them the first pair of rookie teammates to make the team since 1999. This makes them the youngest WNBA All-Stars in Mystics history.

Nationals’ James Wood, MacKenzie Gore earn first All-Star appearance

After a strong first half campaign, Washington Nationals sensations James Wood and MacKenzie Gore were named to the 2025 MLB National League (NL) All-Star team on Sunday.

Mike Rizzo, Davey Martinez fired by Washington Nationals; fans reflect on end of an era

The Washington Nationals have parted ways with longtime general manager Mike Rizzo and manager Davey Martinez, ending a major chapter in franchise history following yet another losing season.

Nationals fire GM Mike Rizzo, manager Davey Martinez

The Washington Nationals have fired general manager Mike Rizzo and field manager Davey Martinez following a prolonged losing stretch and escalating calls for change from fans and analysts. 

James Wood goes five-for-five, continues stellar campaign for Nationals

Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood delivered a flawless performance at the plate Thursday, going five-for-five and further cementing his status as one of baseball’s brightest young stars. 

Liverpool soccer player Diogo Jota dead at 28, weeks after winning Premier League and getting married

Liverpool FC player Diogo Jota and his brother died early Thursday in Spain after the Lamborghini they were traveling in crashed near the western city of Zamora, leaving the car in flames, police said.

Batter up! Women's Professional Baseball League announces tryout dates, location

The Women’s Professional Baseball League will hold tryouts Aug. 22–25 in Washington, D.C., with 150 players advancing to its October draft ahead of a planned 2026 launch.

Coco Gauff suffers first round loss at Wimbledon to Dayana Yastremska

In one of the most shocking upsets in recent Wimbledon history, world No. 2 and reigning French Open champion Coco Gauff was eliminated in straight sets in the first round by Ukraine’s Dayana Yastremska, falling 7-6 (3), 6-1 on Tuesday. 

On Bobby Bonilla Day, the Nationals pay Toronto Blue Jays' Max Scherzer $15M

Every July 1, while Major League Baseball buzzes with excitement over the upcoming All-Star game, one name steals the spotlight without swinging a bat – and that’s Bobby Bonilla. 

RFK Stadium deal in limbo as DC Council seeks more time

Plans to bring the Washington Commanders back to the District are in limbo, as D.C. Council members signal they won’t meet the team and mayor’s timeline to finalize a stadium deal within weeks.

Nationals’ James Wood joins Barry Bonds in elite club with four intentional walks

James Wood solidified himself as one of the top power threats in the MLB, becoming the first player since Barry Bonds in 2004 with four intentional walks in a game, in a 7-4 win against the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday.

The Washington Commanders return to DC may have to wait
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While DC Mayor Muriel Bowser has given D.C. Council until July 15 to vote on a deal to bring the Commanders to RFK Stadium, D.C. Council chair Mendelson says the council needs time to review pending reports before voting.

RFK Stadium Deal: DC Council vote could have to wait until fall

D.C. Council Chair Phil Mendelson said on Monday that he would not call D.C. Council to a vote during their August recess – meaning a vote on the RFK Stadium deal could be delayed until mid-September at the earliest.