Sports News Alert: Redskins release Clinton Portis

---------------------------------------- Sports News Alert: Redskins release Clinton Portis February 28, 2011 2:26:54 PM ---------------------------------------- The Redskins announced Monday that they have released running back Clinton Portis, the second-leading rusher in franchise history with 6,824 yards. "Clinton provided excitement from the very first time he touched the ball as a Redskin and we were lucky to witness every ounce of energy, effort and passion he has given ever since," Redskins Owner Daniel M. Snyder said in a statement released by the team. http://link.email.washingtonpost.com/r/AADB45/ZB0CDJ/0GZ266/1EUUSC/GH4ZS/D5/h For more information, visit washingtonpost.com. ---------------------------------------- Get closer to the story. Download The Washington Post app for iPad. http://itunes.com/app/thewashingtonpostforipad ---------------------------------------- Get sports breaking news alerts sent to your mobile phone. Sign up by texting SPORTS to 98999. Redskins-only text alerts: Text REDSKINS to 98999. Manage your e-mail subscriptions To unsubscribe, click here ---------------------------------------- Copyright 2011 The Washington Post Company Washington Post Digital c/o E-mail Customer Care 1150 15th Street NW Washington, DC 20071

Sports: Caps deal for defenseman, Portis to be released?, LaRoche's unique batting stance

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Post Sports: Afternoon Reading What's happening in D.C. sports right now ... Capitals Insider Caps trade for defenseman Wideman The Capitals have sent prospect Jake Hauswirth and this year's third-round pick to the Panthers in exchange for defenseman Dennis Wideman. DeMichiel practicing, Steckel leaves practice Ask the Caps: Mathieu Perreault Early Lead Clinton Portis: 'I should be released today' The release of Clinton Portis by the Redskins would hardly qualify as a surprise and that move could come as early as today. Nationals announce flagship radio station NBA owner and journalist have Twitter battle Nationals Journal How Adam LaRoche developed his stance Adam LaRoche has a way of doing everything smooth. The most relaxed part of LaRoche's game may also be the most unusual -- his batting stance. Coming today: Nationals baseball Get The Washington Post iPhone app! More Headlines Redskins Insider: How would you remember Portis? Wizards Insider: Schedule doesn't get any easier Hokies Journal: Is Greenberg ACC Coach of the Year? Terrapins Insider: Gary Williams' birthday shoutout to Smith Television Highlights NBA: Chicago at Washington, 7, Comcast SportsNet More sports on TV UNSUBSCRIBE | Additional Newsletter Services | Advertising | Subscribe to the Paper | Privacy Policy Washington Post Digital | c/o E-mail Customer Care | 1150 15th St. NW | Washington, D.C. 20071

Sports: Backstrom expects to face Rangers, Roger Bernadina's stock falling, freshmen take center stage in UMD vs. UNC

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Post Sports: Afternoon Reading What's happening in D.C. sports right now ... Capitals Insider Backstrom expects to play, Green uncertain Nicklas Backstrom said he expects to play against the Rangers tonight at Verizon Center. Defenseman Mike Green, battling the flu, skated but said he still wasn't sure if he would play tonight. Caps host Rangers in search of third straight win Boudreau talks about bringing new players into the fold Nationals Journal Roger Bernadina a lock to make the team? The thinking this winter had Bernadina contending for the left field starting spot or a prominent bench or platoon role. Not its possible that he'll begin the year in Syracuse. Some Matt Stairs leftovers Long toss: Stairs or Bernadina? Terrapins Insider Vs. Heels, freshman point guards in spotlight If Maryland is to make a sustained rally down the stretch of the regular season, they will have the emergence of freshman point guards Terrell Stoglin and Pe'Shon Howard to thank. Morning links: Martin Breunig picks Maryland Will Maryland beat North Carolina? Get The Washington Post iPhone app! More Headlines Wizards Insider: Bibby, Evans and Crawford expected to debut Hokies Journal: Seth Greenberg vs. No. 1 The 68: Eric Prisbell's NCAA tournament field of 68 Television Highlights NBA: Washington at Miami, 7:30, Comcast SportsNet NHL: New York Rangers at Washington, 7, Comcast SportsNet Plus More sports on TV UNSUBSCRIBE | Additional Newsletter Services | Advertising | Subscribe to the Paper | Privacy Policy Washington Post Digital | c/o E-mail Customer Care | 1150 15th St. NW | Washington, D.C. 20071

Sports: Bryce Harper likely to play vs. Mets, Caps hope road success followed them home, Chris Wright has surgery on broken hand

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Post Sports: Afternoon Reading What's happening in D.C. sports right now ... Nationals Journal Harper will likely play, not start, vs. Mets Bryce Harper will travel with the Nationals to their first game of the spring training, meaning the first overall pick's first action will likely come Monday. Ryan Zimmerman: more veterans will matter Capitals Insider At home, Caps look to build off road success After closing out their road trip with two wins, the Capitals want to roll that success into more of it in the friendly building in Chinatown. Dmitri Orlov at practice, Mike Green not Ovechkin at even strength, then and now Early Lead Chris Wright has surgery on broken left hand Georgetown point guard Chris Wright underwent surgery on his broken left hand and is expected to return 'before the end of the season.' City Paper's defense fund contributions rise Adam Wainwright will have Tommy John surgery Get The Washington Post iPhone app! More Headlines Wizards Insider: Another wild night in Philadelphia Soccer Insider: D.C. United news & notes Terrapins Insider: Empty seats for a strong defensive stand Cavaliers Journal: UVa 62, Georgia Tech 56: Three up, three down Hokies Journal: . O'Cain discusses new role as play caller Television Highlights MBB: Northeastern at George Mason, 7, Comcast SportsNet More sports on TV UNSUBSCRIBE | Additional Newsletter Services | Advertising | Subscribe to the Paper | Privacy Policy Washington Post Digital | c/o E-mail Customer Care | 1150 15th St. NW | Washington, D.C. 20071

Sports: This year's Caps not like last year's, Wizards' lack of effort raises questions, Utah Jazz trade Williams

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Post Sports: Afternoon Reading What's happening in D.C. sports right now ... Capitals Insider Brooks Laich: 'This isn't last year's team' Every time the team has struggled for prolonged periods, discussion has inevitably turned to Coach Bruce Boudreau. But it's not Boudreau's fault, Brooks Laich told The Sports Junkies. Boudreau confident in Varlamov, Neuvirth Statistical analysis: Scott Hannan's impact Wizards Insider Latest loss raises questions of accountability The Washington Wizards have been through plenty of rough patches during this rebuilding season, but last night's 113-96 loss to Indiana was especially disheartening given the lack of effort. Wizards could be quiet at trade deadline Jump ball: Who do you hold responsible? Early Lead Utah trades Deron Williams to New Jersey The New Jersey Nets and Utah Jazz have agreed to a deal that will send All-Star point guard Deron Williams to the Nets in a multi-player package. Marine Corps Marathon 2011 enrollment open Carmelo Anthony takes Big Apple by storm Get The Washington Post iPhone app! More Headlines Nationals Journal: How Jayson Werth fits at Nationals Park Baseball Insider: Wainwright injury devastating for Cardinals Terrapins Insider: FSU's James: A veteran in more ways than one Bog: Randy Edsall's recruiting pitch Hokies Journal: Eddie's intriguing night vs. Wake Forest Television Highlights NBA: Washington at Philadelphia, 7, Comcast SportsNet MBB: Virginia at Georgia Tech, 7, ESPNU MBB: Cincinnati at Georgetown, 9, MASN MBB: Florida State at Maryland, 9, WDCA-20 More sports on TV UNSUBSCRIBE | Additional Newsletter Services | Advertising | Subscribe to the Paper | Privacy Policy Washington Post Digital | c/o E-mail Customer Care | 1150 15th St. NW | Washington, D.C. 20071