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A bust of Robert F. Kennedy that greeted visitors for decades in front of the now-razed D.C. stadium has gone missing.
It was installed near the stadium’s main entrance in 1969 soon after it was renamed for Kennedy following his assassination. wapo.st/4jbUgCz
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LOCAL ALERT: The bust of Robert F. Kennedy that greeted fans entering Washington’s football stadium for decades has been reported stolen.
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The #Commanders' collective backs are against the wall headed into a must-win game against the Giants. My X-factors to watch in their matchup: washingtonpost.com/sports/20…
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Alex Ovechkin is back. And he’s surrounded by a level of talent and depth the Capitals arguably haven’t seen since they won the Stanley Cup in 2018.
“There’s no excuses anymore,” said forward Tom Wilson. wapo.st/4dj6RQK
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Today in For Old D.C.:
- 🥅 Ovechkin vs. Crosby 101
- 🚨 Commanders code red in Week 5?
- 🎩 Remembering Ovi's scorching start to '17
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News: The Washington #Commanders worked out Orlando #Storm QB Jack Plummer today, per source.
Plummer led the UFL in passing yards (2,188), while leading @UFLStorm to a league best 8-2 record. Earned #UFL MVP honors.
Threw 17 TD's to just 1 INT in 10 games.
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A follow-up answering many of the popular questions y’all had about my Commanders report 👇
- What was the team’s response?
- Why are they able to make a change now?
- What other changes will they make?
- What’s next and more!
EXCLUSIVE: Sources tell me the Washington Commanders are planning to change their primary logo for the 2027 season
And that logo is a familiar one: the team’s new alternate W logo with a spear running through it, unveiled in April with their new black “Hail Raiser” uniform
I’m also told there are no plans for further changes to Washington’s branding in 2027 *as of now*
Here’s more + why I think the switch is a smart move👇
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Today in For Old D.C.:
- 🐐 Alex Ovechkin's final ride
- 🦾 Jayden Daniels nears return
- 👴 D.C.'s longest-tenured athletes
- 🐽 Remembering '91 win at Soldier Field
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ICYMI: HC Dan Quinn said QB Jayden Daniels is in line to come back against the Giants.
The rest of the #Commanders' roster? We'll see: washingtonpost.com/sports/20…
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Just as Jayden Daniels is set to make his return, the #Commanders have another quarterback on the mend.
My update on Marcus Mariota, plus many other injured players for Washington: washingtonpost.com/sports/20…
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I can confirm #Commanders QB Marcus Mariota sprained his right MCL again. The last time he suffered that injury in August, it kept him out for about a month.
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Alex Ovechkin has decided to hang up the skates for good at the end of the season.
After today’s announcement, Ovi gave me his only local sit-down interview.
For ten years I have had a front row seat to his greatness on the ice.
One final season awaits.
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Alex Ovechkin, the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer, confirmed that the 2026-27 season will be his last in the league after 22 years — all of which he’s spent with the Washington Capitals. wapo.st/4rS4iv4
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I can confirm #Commanders WR Jaylin Lane suffered a fractured and dislocated ankle against the Colts. He'll need surgery and his season will almost certainly be over. .
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From the #Gr8:
ALT My family and I decided this summer that this will be my final year in the NHL. I love this game so much, but I know in my heart it’s the right decision. It was important for me to make this announcement before our first home game, so I have the chance to thank all the people around the game, everyone who has been so important to me and my family and helped me through good times and tough losses. I wouldn’t have been able to achieve everything I have in my life without them. I am excited about this season with my teammates, and we will do everything we can to make this year special. I am going to enjoy every moment with my family, my boys, our fans and everyone who has been part of my hockey career. See you Wednesday, babes!
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Alex Ovechkin announced to his teammates this morning that this season will be his final in the NHL
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Jayden Daniels will rejoin a #Commanders team that’s hurting.
Can he succeed? washingtonpost.com/sports/20…
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