Shane Bieber’s final start last season was rough. His first one in 2021 wasn’t too much better. The AL Cy Young winner gave up four runs and didn’t make it through his scheduled two innings on Monday as the Cleveland Indians lost to the Kansas City Royals 8-6 in Goodyear, ... … [Read more...] about Sigh and Cy: Bieber tagged, Bauer sharp in Dodgers debut
Garrison Mathews keeps surprising for Wizards
The Washington Wizards have a conditioning drill they give to draft prospects that, in truth, isn’t meant to be passed. In the test, players run from baseline to baseline — back-and-forth, back-and-forth — as many times in a row as possible, until a player’s lungs demand that he stops. The ... … [Read more...] about Garrison Mathews keeps surprising for Wizards
Jayson Tatum fuels Celtics' rally past Wizards, 111-110
BOSTON — Jayson Tatum made two twisting, driving baskets in the final 15 seconds and finished with 31 points Sunday night, leading the Boston Celtics to a 111-110 comeback victory over the Washington Wizards despite 46 points by Bradley Beal. Kemba Walker scored 21 points for the Celtics, and Daniel ... … [Read more...] about Jayson Tatum fuels Celtics' rally past Wizards, 111-110
Alex Ovechkin scores game-winner as Capitals sweep Devils 3-2
NEWARK, N.J. — Alex Ovechkin broke a second-period tie and the streaking Washington Capitals welcomed back top goaltender Ilya Samsonov from an extended absence because of COVID-19 with a 3-2 victory over the skidding New Jersey Devils on Sunday. Samsonov made 19 saves and looked shaky at times in helping Washington ... … [Read more...] about Alex Ovechkin scores game-winner as Capitals sweep Devils 3-2
Maryland basketball continues win streak, beating Michigan State
As Hakim Hart slapped his hands together while skipping back down the floor, the Maryland bench erupted. And when Michigan State coach Tom Izzo called for a timeout — attempting to quell the Terrapins’ 9-2 run — those celebrations spilled onto the floor. The Spartans had worked their way back ... … [Read more...] about Maryland basketball continues win streak, beating Michigan State