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Thomas Boswell

Thomas Boswell

Time for Nats to reach for stars

In keeping young talent, contracts two years before free agency makes good financial and baseball sense.

Thomas Boswell

Thomas Boswell

Temper expectations for reboot

Usually, 3-13 teams don’t turn around right away, although Redskins’ offseason optimism is often tempting.

Thomas Boswell

Thomas Boswell

Maddux’s Hall of Fame approach

A better than average athlete but no more, Greg Maddux worked and thought his way to Cooperstown.

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Sally Jenkins

Sally Jenkins

These Olympics have a dangerous ring

In giving Winter Games to Sochi, IOC jeopardized safety of athletes and fans for benefit of Vladi­mir Putin’s ego.

Sally Jenkins

Sally Jenkins

Manning proves he’s a cut above

Only two years removed from his fourth neck surgery, Peyton Manning was masterful in leading the Denver Broncos to the Super Bowl.

Sally Jenkins

Sally Jenkins

Is RGIII a help or hindrance?

The 2012 offensive rookie of the year should be a selling point to prospective coaches, but is he?

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Mike Wise

Mike Wise

Caps need to move Green before it’s too late

A team committed to going green at goalie and on defense has to consider parting with Mike Green.

Mike Wise

Mike Wise

Under Lonergan, GW is back

Mike Lonergan has the Colonials on the verge of a national ranking after a 14-3 start to the season.

Mike Wise

Mike Wise

Getting it done when it counts

In a results-first profession, Tom Brady tops Peyton Manning in the only stat that matters: playoff wins.

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Tracee Hamilton

Tracee Hamilton

This all sounds familiar

Redskins locker room remains harmonious but the team’s performance is out of tune.

Tracee Hamilton

Tracee Hamilton

A headache of a mixed message

If Mike Shanahan is protecting a healthy RGIII, why not do the same for Jordan Reed?

Tracee Hamilton

Tracee Hamilton

A visit from Griffin’s dad? So what?

There’s enough to fault Robert Griffin III for without complaining about a locker-room visit from his father.

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Jason Reid

Jason Reid

Wall shows he belongs in elite group

Wizards guard John Wall is impressing the likes of Mo Cheeks and Isiah Thomas this season.

Jason Reid

Jason Reid

Can McVay reverse sophomore slump?

Sean McVay has coaching acumen beyond his years; his first challenge will be re-igniting Robert Griffin III.

Jason Reid

Jason Reid

At center stage, for better or worse

The Redskins’ failure of the past four years can be put on Mike Shanahan; now, Bruce Allen is on the clock.

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Norman Chad

Norman Chad

Who has time for Sochi Games?

COUCH SLOUCH | Here’s why 1,539 hours coverage of the Winter Olympics is 1,539 hours too many.

Norman Chad

Norman Chad

Can’t let the NHL skate by

With multiple mid-game breaks and rewards for losses, it’s tough to get excited about hockey.

Norman Chad

Norman Chad

Chad: A love/hate affair in Seattle

COUCH SLOUCH | The Seahawks’ heel, Pete Carroll, overshadows their heart, Russell Wilson.

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John Feinstein

John Feinstein

Palestra’s court has lots of appeal

A chance to take in two games in one day at the historic Palestra in Philadelphia: Yes, please.

John Feinstein

John Feinstein

Patriots need execution and effort

George Mason Coach Paul Hewitt admires his team’s determination, hopes for better on-court results.

John Feinstein

John Feinstein

Rodriguez killed his own legacy

Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez went to unnatural lengths to try to keep his prodigious talent.

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Andrew Beyer

Andrew Beyer

This year, no horse is mas ‘Macho’

While some are conceding Horse of the Year to Wise Dan, a closer look favors Mucho Macho Man.

Andrew Beyer

Andrew Beyer

Reward not always worth risk at Breeders’ Cup

Bad showings by Aotearoa, Princess of Sylmar prove disastrous for their owners at Santa Anita.

Andrew Beyer

Andrew Beyer

Horse of the Year race looks familiar

Geldings Game on Dude and Wise Dan highlight a Breeders’ Cup card with established names.

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