Dave Martinez hadn’t lost faith in this lineup — publicly, at least — despite the way the Nationals had performed recently. When hits were sparse and runs sparser, the Washington manager insisted his team was close. The breakthrough was just around the corner. The loud outs would soon turn to ... … [Read more...] about Josh Bell, Kyle Schwarber homer early to avoid sweep against Phillies
Trae Young rallies Hawks to playoff berth, 120-116 win over Wizards
ATLANTA — After watching the playoffs the last two years, Trae Young can’t wait to see what it’s like to suit up in the postseason. Young scored 33 points and John Collins hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 24.4 seconds remaining Wednesday night, rallying Atlanta to a 120-116 victory over the Washington ... … [Read more...] about Trae Young rallies Hawks to playoff berth, 120-116 win over Wizards
Bradley Beal to miss third straight game with hamstring injury
Wizards guard Bradley Beal will miss his third straight game with a hamstring injury when Washington takes on the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday, the team announced. The Wizards ruled Beal out even as the team has yet to officially secure a spot in the NBA's play-in tournament. The Wizards' magic ... … [Read more...] about Bradley Beal to miss third straight game with hamstring injury
Capitals, Bruins poised for more tight games in playoffs
With the way the Washington Capitals and Boston Bruins played in their first seven matchups this season, the need for a game-winning goal Tuesday night with under two seconds remaining didn’t come as much of a surprise. For the most part, the Capitals and Bruins competed in physical contests without ... … [Read more...] about Capitals, Bruins poised for more tight games in playoffs
Phillies rally off Nationals closer Brad Hand, collect 5-2 win in 10 innings
Rhys Hoskins hit a go-ahead single in the 10th inning as the Philadelphia Phillies rallied and then took the lead against struggling Washington closer Brad Hand, beating the Nationals 5-2 on Wednesday night. Philadelphia, which has taken seven of its last nine, won consecutive road games for the first time ... … [Read more...] about Phillies rally off Nationals closer Brad Hand, collect 5-2 win in 10 innings