News: Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder has reportedly hired Bank of America to explore all team sales options, including selling the entire franchise.
That was Alex Ovechkin's 33rd goal of the season. That's important if you want to take a long-term view, because 33 is the number he needs to average per season over his 5 year contract to reach 895 goals and surpass Wayne Gretzky.
Year 1:✔️
Russell Westbrook on his return to DC: “I’m very appreciative of just the overall organization, the fans. They welcomed me and my family with open arms since day one when I got here."
Kristaps Porzingis checks out with 41.6 seconds left and gets a nice ovation from the crowd.
If that's the end of his night, he'll finish with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 2 blocks in 21:19 on the floor.
The last 32 hours in DC sports:
-WFT beats Tom Brady, defending Super Bowl champion Bucs 29-19
-Capitals handle Penguins 6-1
-Wizards beat Pelicans 105-100 after 19-point comeback, tie second-best start in franchise history
Capitals forwards Tom Wilson and Carl Hagelin as well as defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk are at the Wizards game tonight.
Hagelin underwent eye surgery, so good to see him out and about.
Former NDSU lineman Cody Mauch addressing the media here.
Said he has a great relationship with
#Bengals
LG Cordell Volson, who has helped him through everything with the draft process.
#Bengals
working out a handful of players today, among them was CFL QB Nathan Rourke, an Ohio University grad who was just named Most Outstanding Canadian.
Now, a really, really interesting offseason will commence in D.C. with an expansion draft coming, a flat cap still a problem and, most notably, Ovechkin's contract.
Question: Do the Browns do anything different from anybody else against you guys?
Burrow: "Well they have Myles Garrett. That's different than anybody else."
Ja'Marr on this photo from
@emchinn
: "It's a cool photo...I hope they don't make nothing too big of it. It's fun to see though."
Was this the first time he's ever done this to an opponent? "Nah. It's the first time they caught me doing it."
Former NHL defenseman Chris Pronger, who also suffered a cardiac arrest during a game, after he was struck with a slap shot in the chest.
He ended up making a full recovery and was inducted to the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Prayers that Damar Hamlin can have the same outcome that I was fortunate to have with my incident. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Damar, his family, teammates and the greater NFL community during this incredibly scary time. 🙏🏻
I’ve got some news to share: Sunday will be my last day as a sports reporter for The Bryan Times.
I’ve accepted a job with
@NBCSWashington
, where I’ll be covering the Baltimore Ravens and the Baltimore Orioles. I begin next week. I’m incredibly excited to get started!
Updated all-time NHL goals list:
1. Wayne Gretzky — 894
2. Gordie Howe — 801
3. Alex Ovechkin — 767
Ovechkin is now just chasing down Mr. Hockey and The Great One. There's no one else.
@ByEricSinger
Alex Ovechkin's contract were it not for a few unstable years in the early 2010s, would look even better today than it does now.
Cannot accurately put into words what he gave the franchise, city and league over the last 13 years. (I absolutely think he's coming back to D.C.)
Darcy Kuemper said he's excited about the roster and thinks the Capitals are a team that can win.
Said he's already gotten a few welcome texts from Capitals players.
Former Tennessee OT Darnell Wright pulls out his phone to answer a question about how many teams he's met with.
Cincinnati was on that list, but it would've been more efficient if he just listed the teams who he hasn't met with.
Kayleigh McEnany says in briefing that Amy Coney Barrett is a "Rhodes scholar."
Barrett did not receive a Rhodes Scholarship, but rather received a bachelor's degree from Rhodes College in Memphis.
When reporter points that out, McEnany says, "My bad"
Final: Capitals 6, Penguins 3.
The Capitals got tying and leading goals from Tom Wilson and Alex Ovechkin. Samsonov recovered for a nice win after a shaky first period. And now, the playoff picture is *real* interesting.
Taylor-Britt said today he was emotional because he saw his mom in the stands. He knew his parents were there, and everything from the win to his first INT all hit him after the game was over.
The Wizards allowed just 37 points to the Raptors in the first half tonight. They didn't hold a team under 40 in the first half of any game last year (closest was against the Pistons on March 27th)
#Caps
forward Tom Wilson was on the ice at MedStar this morning before practice, going through a few skating drills. He left the ice a little while ago. Game 6 is tonight at home.
The Capitals practice as a team at 10:30, and we should get a better idea of his status then.
Wrote about Cordell Volson, maybe the least talked about member of the Bengals' offensive line this season, and how he got to having such a big role for the playoffs:
Joe Burrow said he plays Super Smash Bros on road trip flights, since his film study is essentially done by that point.
What does he do the night before a game now that there's no other football to watch? "Probably play more Super Smash."
Former Utah RB Tayvion Thomas said he's met with the
#Bengals
. He's listed at 6-foot-2, 238 pounds.
Special teams was one of the things they spoke with him about.
Johan Larsson will wear No. 22 for the Caps. The last person to wear that jersey number was Lucas Johansen.
Marcus Johansson will wear No. 90. The last person to wear that jersey number was...Marcus Johansson.
Hey everyone, I’ll be changing roles at NBC Sports Washington. I’m moving from coverage of the Ravens and Orioles to begin writing on the Capitals, Wizards and Washington Football Team. Looking forward to what lies ahead!
The Capitals have announced center Nicklas Backstrom underwent left hip resurfacing surgery on Friday. He will begin his rehabilitation and "lengthy recovery process" immediately.
Hey y'all. Today is my last day with NBC Sports Washington. I loved the 3 years I had there.
Want to thank
@bmcnally14
and
@joecervone
for all their help through the years, and
@JJReganNBCS
and
@ChaseHughesNBCS
for being incredible co-beat writers and even better people.
Hi, time for some personal news: I’ve accepted a job as a sports reporter for The
@bryantimes
and will be moving to Bryan, Ohio to cover high school sports. Incredibly excited for what’s next.
Caps have started their first practice post All-Star Game. Kempny is on the ice, Ovechkin is not.
Kuznetsov and Wilson, the team's All-Stars, are here.
..."A lot of people last year even counted us out as a team and a lot of guys are still here, people on the coaching staff as well, so it was good to see a lot of those guys. Happy to be part of an organization that believed in the things I’m able to do."
Hakeem Adeniji starts at right tackle for the
#Bengals
tonight.
They signed CB Allan George off the practice squad, and elevated QB Jake Browning from the practice squad to the active roster. OT Isaiah Prince was not elevated from the practice squad.
IMO this is exactly the type of pick the Caps needed to make. They needed an injection of top six skill into the organizational pipeline, and they certainly got it
I’m told the expectation is for the
#Ravens
to sign veteran offensive lineman Parker Ehinger today.
Ehinger, 27, played two games for the team last year. He’d serve as some now-needed depth at tackle in the wake of Andre Smith’s opt-out.
Hey y'all, quick job update: I’ll be changing beats with
I’m moving over from coverage of the Bengals to coverage of Ohio State football. My first day is next Monday. Excited to get to Columbus and get started!
Peter Laviolette on Tom Wilson: "Right now Tom is day-to-day. We always hope for the best with players. He’s listed as day-to-day, and hope to see him down the road.”
Got a video of one of Keenan Jackson’s dunks tonight, courtesy of a lob from Riley Lucas.
Sam Rychener of Pettisville won the contest at the Cage Classic.
NFL just released official clinching scenarios:
#Bengals
can win the AFC North this week with a win *and* a Ravens loss/tie, OR a tie and a Ravens loss.
Otherwise, the AFC North comes down to Week 18
USFA RB Ty’son Williams, who was just signed a few days ago, has had an impressive night on the ground showing nice speed. He’s got the only offensive touchdown.
Now that Caps breakdown day is complete, we've officially entered the offseason. Thanks to everyone who read/followed along during both the Caps and Wizards seasons. I had a blast this year.
T.J. Oshie said the Caps had players-only meetings after their last 2 losses.
"We’ve talked about our identity and how we have to play...we’re not playing our brand of hockey. We’re not playing to our identity. I don’t think any amount of coaching would get you out of that."
Back to back AFC North primetime games. The Bengals host the Bills on Monday Night Football.
If the Ravens lose, and then Bengals win, Cincinnati clinched the AFC North. Any other result means the division comes down to Week 18.
I’m at Fairview High School tonight for the Apaches home opener against Continental. Tip will be at about 7:30.
Also noteworthy, a Fairview student has a sign that says “I hope both teams just have fun.” So that’s nice.
Final: Capitals 5, Stars 0.
Vitek Vanecek with the 30-save shutout. Braden Holtby gets chased after two periods. Caps with a much needed offensive outburst. They are 24-12-9.
From earlier today: Hunter Bostater signs his LOI to play baseball at Tiffin University next season. His mom, Sheila, and dad, Tony, sit beside him, while assistant coach Scott Hall, brother Austin and coach Andy Singer look on from behind.
#Bengals
OT La'el Collins: "At the end of the day, I feel like if I had to play today, I could put a brace on it and I could go to work. I know my knee is locked in and stable."