Category Archives: Washington Capitals

Bolivian Queen could rule Saturday

One sport I really enjoy writing but rarely do is boxing. The people are just so real. My Washington Examiner column is about Manassas boxer/mother of three/personal trainer and anything else she wants to be. Jennifer Salinas is the “Bolivian … Continue reading

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Shanahan and Redskins a good fit

I wish I could play poker with the Redskins because you rarely see someone’s hand tipped so obviously. Mike Shanahan got off Dan Snyder’s plane at Dulles and into Snyder’s limo. Uh, gee, I don’t know, maybe Shanny is the … Continue reading

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Five years with Rudy

Ironically, this is also the fifth anniversary since getting my dog Rudy from the rescue league. Originally a companion for my older dog Roxie, who passed away two years ago, Rudy has grown from 44 pounds and timid as a … Continue reading

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Leonsis buying Wizards is fine idea

I’ll admit being a fan of Capitals owner Ted Leonsis. I could sit all day listening to him talk about the internet’s possibilities. With the passing of Wizards owner Abe Pollin, Leonsis now has the chance to increase his 44 … Continue reading

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Wordless Wednesday: The view atop Arlington National Cemetery from Custis House

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Did you set your clock back?

I was once in New York one fall morning following a Saturday night game. I had to leave really early to catch a plane. As usual, I couldn’t sleep fearing I’d oversleep my 5 a.m. wakeup call. The clock on … Continue reading

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Caps open season

In the last 48 hours, I’ve spent time with the Wiz, Caps, Nats and Redskins. Yes, I really do cover sports other than the Redskins. The Washington Capitals open the season tonight against Boston. My Washington Examiner column has Ted … Continue reading

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It’s McCaffrey’s World – We just live in it

Bill McCaffrey knows everybody. The former Prince George’s County politician doubles as a sports columnist for local weeklies while hosting a cable TV sports show. From boxing champion Riddick Bowe to D.C. Divas players to youth leagues, McCaffrey’s show was … Continue reading

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A night at the Opera and me . . . and Stan Kasten

It’s not often a kid from Southern Maryland more comfortable in a corn field than high society attends an opera willingly, but we broke new ground last night when my wife and I attended “The Barber of Seville” at the … Continue reading

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Fay Memorial game on July 25

My late colleague Dave Fay was a real old-school newsman. Crusty, hard-working and high standards, but with a heart of gold, too. We worked many years together at The Washington Times before he died of cancer. Put Cancer On Ice™ … Continue reading

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