Ronald Acuña Jr. was removed from Monday’s game after being hit twice by pitches; X‑rays returned negative and the Braves list him day‑to‑day. The team will monitor him over the next 48 hours.

One Knoxville stunned D.C. United in a 6-5 penalty shootout after a 3-3 draw at Audi Field, advancing in the U.S. Open Cup.

Matt Crocker resigned as U.S. Soccer sporting director on April 14, 2026; reports link the exit to a Saudi federation role as World Cup preparations continue. The federation says oversight is in place while a successor search begins.

Alex Ovechkin left the ice amid chants of "One more year" after the Capitals' 2-1 season finale. He says he'll weigh his future and decide in the offseason.

Alex Ovechkin says he will wait until after the Washington Capitals' season to decide whether to retire, citing health and family. Milestones and an expiring contract have turned the final home weekend into a likely send-off.

Duke jumped to a 44-29 halftime lead over UConn in the East Regional final, paced by the Boozer twins and a dominant showing on the offensive glass.

A World Cup tune-up arrives in Landover as France and Colombia meet this Sunday at Northwest Stadium. Gates open 1 p.m., kickoff 3 p.m.; plan transit and arrival times.

The IOC has adopted a 10‑page policy that bars transgender women from female Olympic events and requires a one‑time SRY gene screen, effective for LA 2028.

Kate Greenberg will run Washington's new Major League Volleyball franchise as owners aim to stage home matches at Audi Field and consider adding a roof.

A Sweet 16 clash at Capital One Arena pits UConn's bruising frontcourt against Michigan State's assist‑first backcourt. Here’s what to watch and our tight lean.

A second‑quarter scuffle at Capital One Arena spilled into the stands and left multiple players ejected. Photos show teammates and opponents converging near the front rows.

A 12-year-old and a 76-year-old were among roughly 18,000 runners at the St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll DC half marathon, which threaded past the city's landmark monuments. Expo, start lines and transit advisories shaped race weekend logistics.

The Thunder say "timing" kept them from a White House celebration during the Washington trip. The team will still play the Wizards Saturday as it focuses on the postseason push.