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His timing is impeccable
Evgeny Kuznetsov might not be the Capitals’ savior, but after four long years, he’s a reason to believe.
Laser-sharp focus, long-range costs
Tiger Woods’ relentless drive defined his brilliance — and might have undermined its sustainability.
A window into the new Russia
Repugnant authority and inspiring spirit exist side by side in the host country of the 2014 Olympics.
Sotnikova was deserving. Was Kim undeserving?
The women’s figure skating final in Sochi will be endlessly argued, but that’s the nature of the sport.
A burden too large to bear
Russian hopes were riding on 15-year-old figure skater Julia Lipnitskaia, who stumbled.
The recycling king stands tall
By turning his mistakes (and others’) into something useful, Wizards GM Ernie Grunfeld might have saved his job.
Oppressive power, resilient spirits
COLUMN | Covering the Sochi Games revealed both the cold ugliness of Russia and the warm beauty of Russians.
Do you believe how long it’s been?
U.S. hockey team would like to move past ‘Miracle on Ice,’ but there are reasons it remains relevant.
This all sounds familiar
Redskins locker room remains harmonious but the team’s performance is out of tune.
A headache of a mixed message
If Mike Shanahan is protecting a healthy RGIII, why not do the same for Jordan Reed?
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.
Terps find way to flip the script
After a season full of near-misses, Maryland finds the target in ACC regular-season finale win over Virginia.
Is Wittman the guide to the next level?
Randy Wittman has overseen the transformation of the Wizards from doormat contender. Is he the guy for the next phase?
â– Orakpo is not worth franchise tag
In designating the pass-rusher, Redskins GM Bruce Allen has made a significant strategic error.
Money can’t buy everything
In the case of the Seattle Mariners’ $240 million to Robinson Cano, it can’t guarantee hustle to first.
A banner season at Springbrook
Cliffs Notes for the NBA season
COUCH SLOUCH | Phoenix Suns and Kevin Durant, good; Eastern Conference and Andrew Bynum, bad.
Eagles soar into Patriot League final
Freshman walk-on Charlie Jones and a late switch to a zone defense propel American on a 20-2 run en route to a 57-46 win over Holy Cross.
Memories of Dean Smith linger
Former North Carolina coach, who is sadly suffering from dementia, turned 83 on Friday.
ACC expansion pays off — for now
Pittsburgh and especially Syracuse have breathed new life into ACC hoops, but how long will it last?
Moving the starting line
By regularly employing run-ups of varying lengths, tracks make race distances difficult to interpret.
Helpful data? That’s a stretch
Horse racing industry mystifies prospective fans with self-serving handicapping numbers.
Don’t look beyond surface at Derby
Some Derby contenders might have emerged at Gulfstream Park, but a fast track might have skewed the numbers.
