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  • • Wizards, Capitals Celebrate $800M Capital One Renovation Project
    Washington Capitals, Mystics, and Wizards owner Ted Leonsis, NBA commissioner Adam Silver, District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser, and other officials celebrated the start of an $800 million renovation project of Capital One Arena in the downtown area. Capital One Arena renovation project will keep the Washington Wizards, Capitals in the building through their 2049-50 […] The post Wizards,...2024
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  • • D.C. mayor, Leonsis break ground on new arena
    District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowler, Capitals and Wizards owner Ted Leonsis and other officials were on hand to celebrate the start of an $800 million downtown arena renovation Thursday....2024
  • Capitals Down Predators, 3-2; Alex Ovechkin, Connor McMichael And Aliaksei Protas Score Again
    • Capitals Down Predators, 3-2; Alex Ovechkin, Connor McMichael And Aliaksei Protas Score Again
    Photo: @NHL_PR The Washington Capitals dropped the Nashville Predators, 3-2, Wednesday night at Capital One Arena in Washington. The victory improves the Capitals record to 9-3-0 on the season. Ted Leonsis earned his 1,000th win tonight as an NHL owner since assuming … Continue reading →...2024
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  • The Day The Music Died
    • The Day The Music Died
    Don McLean has two number-one songs in music history. While the song "Vincent" isn't as popular as his song inspired by the plane crash that took the lives of musicians Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and JP Richardson in 1959, there's something about McLean's lyrics of "the day the music died" that linger when you listen to his hit "American Pie". McLean never really spoke a lot about the meaning of...2024
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  • Washington Capitals Promote Chris Patrick To GM, Brian MacLellan Remains President Of Hockey Operations
    • Washington Capitals Promote Chris Patrick To GM, Brian MacLellan Remains President Of Hockey Operations
    The Washington Capitals promoted Chris Patrick to GM and Brian MacLellan to President of Hockey Operations, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Freidman. “We are thrilled to announce Chris’ promotion to general manager,” said owner Ted Leonsis in a press release. “Chris … Continue reading →...2024
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  • Here To Ruin Hockey
    • Here To Ruin Hockey
    As a Penguins fan, I have been conditioned to loathe everything about the Washington Capitals over the many years they've shared a division and rivalry. From their insistence in clinging to the precious hope that Alexander Ovechkin overtakes Wayne Gretzky on the all-time goal-scoring list to their 2018 Stanley Cup victory, watching them play hockey lands somewhere between being eaten alive by shar...2024
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  • • The Day The Music Died
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  • The Hockey Show - Episode 596
    • The Hockey Show - Episode 596
    The Hockey Show, Canada's only campus-produced radio show that strictly talks hockey, is back on the cozy airwaves of UMFM tonight where all the biggest stories from the past couple of weeks will be brought to light. After Makenna Schuttler's fantastic interview last week, our hosts will jump into the murky waters of legal and political matters in this week's show before actually tackling a few sm...2024
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  • Monumental Arena Snags
    • Monumental Arena Snags
    If you've been a reader of this blog for any length of time, you're quite aware of my stance when it comes to building new arenas. Far too often, we see politicians give into millionaires and billionaires when it comes to them having a shiny, new toy, and often that comes at the expense of public services and/or liquidity for that city or region. For those that have missed the memo, the artist's r...2024
  • • 2023 NBA Mock Draft: SB Nation writers project the first round
    Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images We know Victor Wembanyama is going No. 1 overall, but our mock draft features twists and turns as our experts pick for their teams in the first round. The NBA playoffs came to an end when the Denver Nuggets were crowned champions, but that just means it’s time for draft season. The 2023 NBA Draft is going down on Thursday, June 22. But today i...2023
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  • Rival Execs Expect Wizards To Engage In Full Rebuild Under Michael Winger
    • Rival Execs Expect Wizards To Engage In Full Rebuild Under Michael Winger
    When Michael Winger was hired by the Washington Wizards, sources told The Athletic that Ted Leonsis autonomy to rebuild the roster if that's the direction he decides is best for the franchise. The Wizards have long resisted embarking on a rebuild and have been firmly in the middle of the NBA since John Wall's injuries in the 18-19 season. "We spent hours and hours and hours together on the phone, ...2023
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  • • Wizards fire longtime executive Ernie Grunfeld
    The Washington Wizards took a big step back this year after reaching the playoffs in four of the past five seasons, and one longtime front office executive has lost his job because of it. On Tuesday, the Wizards announced that they have fired president of basketball operations Ernie Grunfeld. Owner Ted Leonsis acknowledged that injuries have played a role in the Wizards only winning 32 games to th...2019
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  • • Wizards dismiss longtime exec Ernie Grunfeld
    The Wizards have decided to part ways with longtime president of basketball operations Ernie Grunfeld, league sources tell Marc Stein of The New York Times (Twitter link). According to Stein (via Twitter), Grunfeld was informed of the decision Tuesday by team owner Ted Leonsis. The Wizards have confirmed the move in a press release, announcing that senior vice president of basketball operations To...2019
  • • Bradley Beal not making excuses for Wizards' disappointing season
    Despite missing out on the playoffs, Wizards star Bradley Beal refuses to blame his team’s shortcomings on owner Ted Leonsis or upper management. Washington fell to 31-46 on the season by losing to the Jazz on Friday, holding just a 22-16 record at home and 9-30 record on the road. Wizards general manager Ernie Grunfeld — overseen by Leonsis — put together a roster that many league observers were ...2019
  • • Otto Porter claims Wizards promised not to trade him
    Otto Porter said Wizards management held a private meeting with him before the trade deadline and assured him that he would remain with the team, tweets Fred Katz of The Athletic. Washington’s front office changed its mind sometime before Wednesday night when Porter was shipped to Chicago in exchange for Bobby Portis and Jabari Parker. Porter was expected to be part of the Wizards’ future when he ...2019
  • • Otto Porter says Wizards lied to him about trade
    Otto Porter says the Washington Wizards lied to him about his trade status. Porter was dealt by the Wizards to the Chicago Bulls in a salary dump on Wednesday. Saturday’s game against his former team was his second with Chicago. Before the game, Porter said the Wizards told him he wouldn’t be traded, according to The Athletic’s Fred Katz. Just like Katz noted, team owner Ted Leonsis said a week be...2019

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  • 2024
    "Ted Leonsis earned his 1,000th win tonight as an NHL owner since assuming … Continue reading →"

  • 2023
    "Ted Leonsis, the owner of the Washington Wizards and Washington Capitals, is expected to unveil plans to move the two teams to a massive new development in Alexandria's Potomac Yard neighborhood, sources told ESPN."

  • 2022
    "Speaking at the NHL's board of governors meetings Monday in Florida, Washington owner Ted Leonsis said the Capitals won't rebuild with Alex Ovechkin on the roster, while the star captain chases Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goals record."

  • 2021
    "But not before getting some shade thrown at him by the owner of his former team, Ted Leonsis."

  • 2020
    "CEO Ted Leonsis has committed to paying an estimated total of $1."

  • 2019
    "Wizards owner Ted Leonsis: ‘We will never, ever tank’"

  • 2018
    "Ted Leonsis, the majority owner and CEO."

  • 2017
    "WASHINGTON (AP) -- John Wall signed his $170 million, four-year contract extension that owner Ted Leonsis said provides the Washington Wizards with long-term stability."

  • 2016
    "The Indianapolis native spent three seasons as a Wizards assistant coach before being elevated to head coach, but it seems owner Ted Leonsis is finally ready to look elsewhere in an effort to shake up the dynamic of the team."

  • 2015
    "  According to Scott Soshnick of Bloomberg, Charlotte Hornets owner Michael Jordan, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban and Washington Wizards owner Ted Leonsis invested a total of $44 million."

  • 2014
    "Washington Capitals owner Ted Leonsis' lobbying for a Winter Classic in his NHL team's home city began with an email sent to Commissioner Gary Bettman the moment the league's first New Year's Day game was played in 2008."

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  • • The Day The Music Died
    2024
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  • • Here To Ruin Hockey
    2024
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  • Ted Leonsis 'very interested' in purchasing NL East team
    • Ted Leonsis 'very interested' in purchasing NL East team
    It appears Leonsis is willing to be patient in putting together a new offer....2024
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  • • The Hockey Show - Episode 596
    2024
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  • • Monumental Arena Snags
    2024
  • • Virginia Senator Says Bill To Relocate Wizards Currently Dead
    Sen. L. Louise Lucas of Virginia said proposed levitation to help relocate the Washington Wizards to northern Virginia is dead as far as she's concerned. Lucas, chair of the Senate Finance & Appropriations Committee, first said over the weekend on social media that legislation underpinning the deal was "not ready for prime time" and would not receive a hearing in her committee. The decision in ef...2024
  • • Laurene Powell Jobs Looking To Sell 10 Percent Stake In Wizards, Capitals
    Laurene Powell Jobs is looking to sell a 10 percent stake in Monumental Sports & Entertainment, which is the parent company of the Washington Wizards and Washington Capitals. Powell Jobs is the largest Monumental shareholder outside of managing partner Ted Leonsis at 20 percent. Powell Jobs has a net worth of approximately $13.3 billion. The Wizards are currently valued at approximately $3.33 bil...2024
  • Would They Still Be The Capitals?
    • Would They Still Be The Capitals?
    In the NHL's history, we've seen a number of teams relocated to different cities for various reasons. There are the obvious franchise moves where teams move to new cities like the Winnipeg Jets moving to Phoenix, the Quebec Nordiques moving to Denver, the Hartford Whalers moving to Raleigh, and the Atlanta Thrashers moving to Winnipeg. In all of these cases, the reasons for leaving were all simila...2023
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  • • 2023 NBA Mock Draft: SB Nation writers project the first round
    2023
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  • Suns Agree To Acquire Bradley Beal From Wizards
    • Suns Agree To Acquire Bradley Beal From Wizards
    The Phoenix Suns have agreed to acquire Bradley Beal from the Washington Wizards for a package that includes Chris Paul, Landry Shamet, multiple second round picks and pick swaps. The Suns own their second rounders from 2023 until 2028, as well as pick swaps in 2024 and 2026. The Suns previously owe their first rounders in 2023, 2025, 2027 and 2029 to the Brooklyn Nets. Brooklyn also owns swap rig...2023

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  • • Wizards interviewing Ferry, Rosas for top front office job
    Former Pelicans interim GM Danny Ferry and current Rockets executive vice president of basketball operations Gersson Rosas will be the first candidate to meet with the Wizards about the team’s top front office job. According to Fred Katz of The Athletic, Rosas is currently in Washington to interview with the club, while Candace Buckner of The Washington Post tweets that Ferry met with the Wizards ...2019
  • • Wizards, Kings ahead of sports betting curve
    Monetizing the legalization of sports betting is a hot topic among owners of North American professional sports franchises and several NBA teams are positioning themselves to be at the forefront of the movement. The Wizards and Kings are among the teams looking to educate potential bettors in preparation for when legalized betting arrives in their respective areas, as ESPN passes along. “I think t...2019
  • • Scott Brooks seemingly secure as Wizards coach despite poor start
    Despite a rough 3-9 start for the Wizards this season, Candace Buckner writes for The Washington Post that head coach Scott Brooks doesn’t appear to be at risk of losing his job as a result of his strong relationship with the front office and the support he has from his players. Buckner also points out that it doesn’t hurt Brooks that he is owed $21 million over the remainder of his contract as th...2018
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  • • Wizards owners appears frustrated with team's 1-7 start, lack of defense
    A couple of recent comments by Wizards owner Ted Leonsis suggest he is running short on patience with the team’s 1-7 start, according to Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington. Leonsis, who attended Saturday’s debut game for the G League’s Capital City Go-Go, responded to a comment from NBA Commissioner Adam Silver about increased scoring around the league. “They just have to play us,” Leonsis said...2018
  • • Wizards owner takes funny shot at his team's terrible defense
    Washington Wizards owner Ted Leonsis zinged his team on Saturday night over their poor defense. NBC Sports Washington’s Ben Standig spoke with NBA commissioner Adam Silver at Saturday’s first ever Capital City Go-Go game. Standig asked the commissioner for his thoughts on the rise in scoring around the league. Leonsis jumped in with a funny line about the Wizards. The Wizards are 1-7 and tied for ...2018
  • • Leonsis satisfied with the steal of a deal for Dwight Howard
    At $5.337MM, Dwight Howard was too much of a bargain to pass up, Wizards owner Ted Leonsis tells Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington. That’s the figure Washington was able to sign Howard for after he was traded to the Nets this summer and agreed to a buyout.“At that price, I think he was the greatest addition that we could add at that position,” Leonsis said. “Really, it all comes down to the sa...2018
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  • • If Washington Capitals Couldn't Win Stanley Cup This Year, When Will They Ever?
    2016
  • • Randy Wittman: Latest News, Rumors and Speculation on Wizards Coach's Future
    2016
  • • Michael Jordan, Mark Cuban, Ted Leonsis Invest in Data Company Sportradar
    2015
  • • Biggest Issues the Washington Wizards Must Fix Before the NBA Playoffs Begin
    2015

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  • • Here To Ruin Hockey
    2024
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  • • Ted Leonsis Expresses Continued Interest In Purchasing Nationals
    The long-term future of the Nationals has been in question for the past few years. The Lerner family announced in April 2022 they would look into selling the franchise. Within a few months, it became clear that Ted Leonsis — CEO of Monumental Sports and owner of the NHL’s Capitals and NBA’s Wizards — was…...2024
  • • The Hockey Show - Episode 593
    The Hockey Show, Canada's only campus-produced radio show that strictly talks hockey, is back in the studio tonight as we settle in for more hockey news, notes, stories, information, and more about things happening in the world of puck. There was a major event that wrapped up that needs a little chatter, there are some NHL stories that deserve some discussion, and we'll get you set up for everythi...2024
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  • • Rival Execs Expect Wizards To Engage In Full Rebuild Under Michael Winger
    2023
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  • • Latest On Nationals’ Sale Negotiations
    Hanging over the past seven months of Nationals business has been the Lerner family’s efforts to find a buyer for the franchise. Ted Leonsis, whose Monumental Sports & Entertainment owns the NBA’s Wizards, NHL’s Capitals and WNBA’s Mystics, had emerged as the favorite in those discussions in recent weeks. While that might still be the…...2022
  • • Washington Nationals sale: Group led by Wizards owner Ted Leonsis front-runner to buy MLB team
    Washington Nationals owner Mark Lerner announced earlier this year that his family plans to sell the MLB team. We have...2022
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  • • Ted Leonsis’ Group Emerging As Front-Runner In Nationals’ Ownership Sale
    Six months ago, the Lerner family announced they were exploring the possibility of a sale of the Nationals. As the offseason nears, some clarity has emerged on that process. David Aldridge, Britt Ghiroli and Ken Rosenthal of the Athletic write that a group led by businessman Ted Leonsis is now the “clear front-runner” to eventually take…...2022
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  • • Wizards dismiss longtime exec Ernie Grunfeld
    2019
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  • • Randy Wittman Reportedly Fired by Wizards: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction
    2016
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  • • Ovechkin, Caps unveil Winter Classic jerseys
    2014
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  • • Michael Jordan, Mark Cuban, Ted Leonsis Invest in Data Company Sportradar
    2015
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  • Sources: Leonsis plans to move Wiz, Caps to Va.
    • Sources: Leonsis plans to move Wiz, Caps to Va.
    2023
  • • Wizards owner Ted Leonsis takes veiled shot at Russell Westbrook for forcing trade to Lakers
    The Los Angeles Lakers got LeBron James and Anthony Davis their third star in Russell Westbrook. But not before getting some shade thrown at him by the owner of his former team, Ted Leonsis. The Washington Wizards owner, who also owns the Capitals, spoke out to ESPN’s Emily Kaplan about the latest extension signed by […] The post Wizards owner Ted Leonsis takes veiled shot at Russell W...2021
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  • • Randy Wittman Reportedly Fired by Wizards: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction
    2016
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  • A Monumental Move: Ted Leonsis And Virginia Officials Announce Framework To Move Capitals And Wizards To Alexandria, Virginia
    • A Monumental Move: Ted Leonsis And Virginia Officials Announce Framework To Move Capitals And Wizards To Alexandria, Virginia
    Vision for new arena in Potomac Yard. Images: JBG SMITH The last 12 hours have been a whirlwind for D.C. sports fans as the Washington Capitals and Washington Wizards were rumored to relocate to Northern Virginia.  Now that rumor has … Continue reading →...2023
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  • • Capitals Down Predators, 3-2; Alex Ovechkin, Connor McMichael And Aliaksei Protas Score Again
    2024
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  • Caps won't 'rebuild' as Ovechkin chases Gretzky
    • Caps won't 'rebuild' as Ovechkin chases Gretzky
    2022
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  • • Capitals owner wants Cup for Ovechkin: report
    Washington Capitals owner Ted Leonsis believes he owes more to captain Alex Ovechkin while the latter is in the prime of his career. At the team's Fan Fest on Saturday, Leonsis was asked if he feels the Capitals' window to win the Stanley Cup i......2015
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  • • DraftKings raises $150 million in funding prior to NFL kickoff
    The NFL season is just about here and DraftKings has secured enough funding to ensure it will be right there for you every week of the season. According to a report from TechCrunch, DraftKings has raised $150 million in funding with the help of Revolution Capital, which includes AOL founder Steve Case and Ted Leonsis (owner of both the Washington Capitals and Washington Wizards). Although the dail...2016
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  • • Would They Still Be The Capitals?
    2023
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  • • 2023 NBA Mock Draft: SB Nation writers project the first round
    2023
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  • • Wizards May Inquire About Masai Ujiri, Tim Connelly, Trajan Langdon For GM Job
    The Washington Wizards haven't formally begun their search for a new general manager, but potential targets are starting to emerge. As Wizards governor Ted Leonsis said when dismissing former GM Tommy Sheppard, the team is looking at outside candidates to lead their front office. Many expect Washington to inquire about the availability of Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri and Minnesota Timberw...2023
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  • • Wizards fire President and GM Tommy Sheppard
    Statement from Ted Leonsis, Founder, Principal Partner, Chairman & CEO, Monumental Sports & Entertainment: Tommy Sheppard was relieved from his duties as General Manager and President of the Washington Wizards. Failure to make the playoffs the last two seasons was very disappointing to our organization and our fans. A search for new leadership will begin … Continue reading "Wizards f...2023
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  • • Wizards fire GM Tommy Sheppard after missing playoffs again
    "Failure to make the playoffs the last two seasons was very disappointing to our organization and our fans," Wizards' owner Ted Leonsis said....2023
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  • Wizards fire GM Tommy Sheppard after missing playoffs again
    • Wizards fire GM Tommy Sheppard after missing playoffs again
    "Failure to make the playoffs the last two seasons was very disappointing to our organization and our fans," Wizards' owner Ted Leonsis said....2023
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  • • Wizards fire president, GM Tommy Sheppard after 4 seasons: What went wrong for him?
    The Washington Wizards dismissed president and general manager Tommy Sheppard, the team announced Wednesday. Here’s what you need to know: Sheppard was promoted to GM in 2019, promoted to president and GM in 2021 and had worked in the team’s front office since 2003. Washington missed the playoffs for a second straight year this season, finishing 35-47. During his four-year tenure as GM, the team ...2023
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  • Teams still playing Bradley Beal waiting game, he has not asked for trade
    • Teams still playing Bradley Beal waiting game, he has not asked for trade
    Washington owner Ted Leonsis badly wants his team back in the playoffs. Beal is key to that....2020
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  • • Wizards expected to keep Scott Brooks as coach
    The shakeup in Washington won’t include head coach Scott Brooks, according to David Aldridge of The Athletic. The Wizards fired GM Ernie Grunfeld Tuesday as the first step in what could be a massive housecleaning, but multiple sources tell Aldridge that Brooks’ job remains safe. Brooks has a 124-118 record since taking over in Washington in 2016. He still has two years left on his five-year, $35M ...2019
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  • • Wizards fire longtime executive Ernie Grunfeld
    2019
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Ted Leonsis rumors, scandals

  • • Would They Still Be The Capitals?
    2023
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  • • Leonsis: Wizards not trading Wall, Beal, Porter at deadline
    The Wizards have been below .500 and on the outside of the Eastern playoff picture all season, leading to speculation that the team may shop highly-paid veterans like John Wall, Bradley Beal, and Otto Porter. Asked Thursday during a Q&A with WTOP in Washington about that possibility, however, Wizards owner Ted Leonsis dismissed the idea of a huge pre-deadline deal. “We’re not trading any of those ...2019
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  • • Randy Wittman: Latest News, Rumors and Speculation on Wizards Coach's Future
    2016

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