Friday, May 28, 2010

Sports: Nats' tough stretch, Redskins secondary adjusts to 3-4, World Cup teams arrive in South Africa

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Nationals
The going still tough for the Nationals

The Nats were destined to have a difficult beginning to their season. Of their 48 games, 39 have come against teams currently .500 or better.

Redskins
Safeties will be asked to do a lot more

While much of the focus on the transition from a 4-3 defense to a 3-4 has been on the line and linebackers, the new scheme has brought big changes in the secondary as well.

World Cup
Video: Teams arrive in South Africa

Check out a Reuters video report on the teams arriving in South Africa for the World Cup, including a look at England's team hotel/training facility.

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  • MLB: Baltimore at Toronto, 7, MASN
  • MLB: Washington at San Diego, 10, MASN2
  • NBA Playoffs: Orlando at Boston, 8:30, ESPN
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Thursday, May 27, 2010

Sports: Kennedy deals with backup role, Kemoeatu aims to lose, soccer news and notes

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Adam Kennedy can roll with the role

Though "its not easy", Adam Kennedy is dealing with his recent role as a reserve. Says Manager Jim Riggleman, "I feel bad about that, because I love having him on the field."

Redskins
Kemoeatu trying to get down to 345 pounds

Nose tackle Maake Kemoeatu said he is "at 90 percent" in his recovery from a torn right Achillies' tendon, but his biggest concern is getting his weight down.

Soccer Insider
Thursday kickaround

A look at the final U.S. World Cup roster, the results of several International friendlies and more.

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  • MLB: Oakland at Baltimore, 7, MASN2
  • NBA Playoffs: Phoenix at Los Angeles Lakers, 9, TNT
  • College Baseball: ACC Tournament, Virginia Tech Vs. Georgia Tech, 8, Comcast SportsNet
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Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Sports: Nats facing tough stretch, Haynesworth hit with suit, Flip likes Wall

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Challenges add up for the Nationals

The Nats have stayed afloat this season by constantly meeting challenges but numerous factors conspiring together may make tonight and the days ahead the most difficult test yet.

Redskins
Haynesworth targeted in $10 million paternity suit

The New York Post reported today that a Brooklyn stripper is suing Haynesworth for $10 million, claiming that she's carrying his child and receiving no support from him.

Wizards
Saunders: Wall could 'revolutionize' point guard play

Though the team has yet to officially tip their hand as to who they'll draft next month, Coach Flip Saunders is certainly fond of John Wall.

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  • MLB: Oakland at Baltimore, 7, MASN
  • MLB: New York Yankees at Minnesota, 7, ESPN2
  • MLB: Washington at San Francisco, 10, MASN2
  • Soccer: A.C. Milan at D.C. United, 8, Comcast SportsNet
  • NBA Playoffs: Boston at Orlando, 8:30, ESPN
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Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Sports: Willingham feels at home, Jarmon recovering, U.S. Soccer friendly tonight

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Where Josh Willingham wants to be

Josh Willingham is having one of the best seasons of any left fielder in baseball. He also wants to remain a National for the rest of his career.

Redskins
Jarmon continues to progress in recovery

After tearing his left anterior cruciate ligament Jeremy Jarmon has not participated in the team's minicamp, but is optimistic about his progress.

Soccer Insider
U.S. roster clues?

For tonight's friendly against the Czech Republic, buzz is that several regulars will remain in street clothes.

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  • MLB: Oakland at Baltimore, 7, MASN
  • MLB: Washington at San Francisco, 10, MASN2
  • NBA Playoffs: Los Angeles Lakers at Phoenix, 9, TNT
  • Soccer: Czech Republic at United States, 8, ESPN
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Monday, May 24, 2010

The Most: most e-mailed, most viewed on The Washington Post

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