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Austen Bundy

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Austen Bundy is a journalist and sports junkie from the Washington, D.C. area. A proud Sun Devil alum, he graduated from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University. If it skates, runs, dribbles and/or scores, he's probably watching that game. You can follow him on X/Twitter @AustenBundyDC.

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NHL, Fútbol, NFL CFB, CBB, Tennis, Swimming

Watch: Jakub Vrana scores in first game back with Capitals

Washington's decision to bring him back is already paying dividends as the 28-year-old scored Tuesday on his first shot in his first game with the franchise since 2021.

Why Washington, D.C., is one of the best sports cities in America

When statistician Nate Silver posted a controversial take on Washington's sports teams being "weird," the city's natives came out in droves to defend their home turf. Washington does, in fact, have "cool sports teams."

Why Buffalo Bills have yet to prove they're truly a contender

Despite leading the AFC East, the 2024-25 Bills may not be the Josh Allen-led juggernaut from just a year ago.

Watch: Giants' Azeez Ojulari fills shoes of Kayvon Thibodeaux vs. Bengals

The New York Giants lost star defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux to injured reserve on Saturday after he needed wrist surgery. He's expected to miss at least four weeks as he recovers.

Lions' Aidan Hutchinson required 'immediate surgery' after suffering injury vs. Cowboys

The Detroit Lions may have beaten the Dallas Cowboys 47-9 on Sunday, but the win came at a great cost to its imposing defensive line.

Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh provides update after suffering 'atrial flutter' in Week 6

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh left the sidelines early into his team's Week 6 game against the Denver Broncos on Sunday, entering the blue medical tent for what the team called "an illness" at the time.

Cardinals continue unwanted streak, lose rookie star to concussion against Packers

The Arizona Cardinals have become the epitome of mediocrity in the NFL. After falling 34-13 to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, Arizona now sits at 2-4 this season.

Giants-Bengals 'SNF' matchup by the numbers

The New York Football Giants (2-3) will host the Cincinnati Bengals (1-4) on "Sunday Night Football" in Week 6, a matchup that appears to be a battle of the mediocre on paper. Will the teams produce a surprisingly entertaining game?

Can T.J. Watt reach the 200 sack club?

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt reached an incredible milestone for an NFL defensive player at just 30-years old. 

Watch: Did Oregon mean to pull off this onside kick vs. Ohio State?

College football fans knew No. 2 Ohio State vs. No. 3 Oregon would be a must-watch affair but you'd be hard-pressed to find anyone with an accidental onside recovery on their bingo card for the night

Injury bug strikes NHL stars early in 2024-25 season

The first full week of NHL action in the 2024-25 season is not even complete yet and several star players have suffered serious injuries.

Watch: Nick Saban calls for CFB to add 'flopping' penalty to save 'integrity of the game'

Saban even went as far to call for rule changes to punish teams that participate in the "unethical" practice.

Ohio State-Oregon football rivalry has been 'growing' for 66 years

In 10 total meetings, Ohio State has beaten Oregon nine times.

Watch: Oregon student wins $100K from ESPN's Pat McAfee

The key to winning Pat McAfee's "College Gameday" kicking challenge seems to be second chances.

How long-distance travel could affect Ohio State in matchup vs. Oregon

The most anticipated matchup of college football's Week 7 slate is No. 2 Ohio State at No. 3 Oregon.

Watch: NFL replay officials miss clear muffed punt due to lack of 'enhanced video'

The 49ers won their "Thursday Night Football" matchup against their division-rival Seahawks, but the Seahawks could have taken advantage of a huge momentum swing in the fourth quarter from a mistake by the officials.

Yankees add to insane postseason history by defeating Royals in ALDS

It will be the Yankees' 19th ALCS appearance in franchise history, the most by any team in MLB history. New York becomes one of two teams to have appeared in at least one ALCS in every decade since the series' inception in 1969.

Did SEC commissioner's comments hint at potential rift with NCAA?

The athletic directors from the Big Ten and SEC met in Nashville on Thursday to discuss the future of their respective conferences and a potential partnership.

Lightning postpone home opener as region recovers from Hurricane Milton

The Tampa Bay Lightning announced Thursday that they postponed their home opener against the Carolina Hurricanes at Amalie Arena on Saturday.

Rays organization speaks after Hurricane Milton damage to Tropicana Field

On Wednesday night, a video emerged of high winds ripping the Teflon-fabric roof of Tropicana Field completely off the cables and beams supporting it.

Watch: Hurricane Milton's winds tear roof off Rays' Tropicana Field

ABC News reported there were no injuries, but it is unclear how damaged the camp inside is.

Giants HC offers optimistic injury update on WR Malik Nabers

The New York Giants were without their star rookie wide receiver, Malik Nabers, on Sunday, but the result of their game against the Seattle Seahawks suggests they didn't miss him much.

Giants defensive star out 'week-to-week' after wrist surgery

The New York Giants could be without one of their top defensive starters for a significant amount of time.

Why Saints fans should be excited for Spencer Rattler's debut

The New Orleans Saints announced Wednesday that rookie Spencer Rattler will make his NFL debut under center on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

How Hurricane Milton is impacting Florida sports

Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall Wednesday night as a major hurricane, taking a path through the center of Florida that will affect the Tampa Bay and Orlando areas. Various sports teams and events have been impacted by the approaching storm.