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Candace Buckner
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Washington Post sports columnist... the bio will get wayyyy better once I think of something cool to say email: [email protected]
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Candace Buckner @candacedbuckner.bsky.social · 16h
On Tuesday, the King must have been bored. So he decided to see how much attention he could get by teasing about his future. Then once the crowds had gathered, do what he’s been most eager to do with his platform lately: sell a product.

Some words:

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Column | LeBron James is selling his credibility, one Decision at a time
With an insatiable thirst for attention, the King is devaluing his legacy with every silly social media post and thoughtless advertising campaign.
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Tom Schad @tomschad.bsky.social · 2d
Momentum is real. Today, it came on Quan Martin's hit in the 2nd quarter, and felt to the #Commanders defense like "a gasp of air." www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2025/...
An L.A. story: Commanders force fumble, and Chargers crumble
With Jayden Daniels back under center, Washington takes charge after a second-quarter turnover and rolls past Los Angeles.
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Candace Buckner @candacedbuckner.bsky.social · 2d
I’m sorry I hurt your feelings 😢
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Candace Buckner @candacedbuckner.bsky.social · 3d
Hate is a strong word. And yet it’s not strong enough to fully capture the feelings around the 2025-26 Los Angeles Clippers.
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Post Sports @postsports.bsky.social · 4d
These Clippers are worse than force-fed vegetables. Our @candacedbuckner.bsky.social takes a bite:
The Clippers are the worst
It’s not just the allegations of salary cap circumvention involving Kawhi Leonard that make L.A.’s other team the most hated organization in the NBA.
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Tom Schad @tomschad.bsky.social · 6d
A few #Commanders roster moves today:

-- Opened the 21-day practice window for OL Sam Cosmi
-- Placed DE Javontae Jean-Baptiste (torn pec) on IR
-- Elevated CB Antonio Hamilton Sr. to active roster
-- Signed veteran WR Robbie Chosen to practice squad
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Tashan Reed @tashanreed.bsky.social · 6d
Daniels hasn't been a full practice participant since he suffered a knee sprain in the Sept. 11 loss to the Packers. Barring a setback, he'll play against the Chargers this week.
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Tashan Reed @tashanreed.bsky.social · 6d
#Commanders HC Dan Quinn said QB Jayden Daniels has been medically cleared to be a FULL participant at practice today.
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Candace Buckner @candacedbuckner.bsky.social · 6d
The WNBA coaches are raging, the players are revolting and the loyal fan base along with those who are just learning your name are ridiculing the entire operation.

So what are you going to do, Commissioner?

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Column | Listen up, Cathy Engelbert: The WNBA has a big problem.
Napheesa Collier said the quiet part out loud in a league where players pride themselves on action, not gratitude.
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Post Sports @postsports.bsky.social · 9d
Experience can be an asset, but on Sunday in Atlanta, the oldest roster in the league couldn’t keep up.

Column by @candacedbuckner.bsky.social:
Column | The Commanders are starting to look old and slow
Experience can be an asset, but on Sunday in Atlanta, the oldest roster in the league couldn’t keep up.
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Tashan Reed @tashanreed.bsky.social · 11d
In documents released by Democrats on the House Oversight Committee today, #Commanders owner Josh Harris was named as someone who Jeffrey Epstein reached out to after he was a registered sex offender.

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House Democrats release new records from Epstein estate
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee released redacted calendars, financial documents and flight logs from the estate.
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Tashan Reed @tashanreed.bsky.social · 11d
#Commanders QB Jayden Daniels (knee sprain) and WR Terry McLaurin (quad) both aren't at practice during the media viewing portion.
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Candace Buckner @candacedbuckner.bsky.social · 12d
Thanks so much, Jennifer!
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Tashan Reed @tashanreed.bsky.social · 12d
#Commanders WR Terry McLaurin (quad) isn't practicing for the second straight day.
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Tom Schad @tomschad.bsky.social · 12d
Jayden Daniels at practice today. He was listed as a limited participant yesterday.
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Varun Shankar @byvarunshankar.bsky.social · 12d
Will Dawkins gave his preseason presser yesterday. Here are the most interesting things he said, including:
- A reiteration of the organization's patience
- Why this year should feature more competition for minutes
- Injury updates
And more:

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‘We will not take shortcuts’: The Wizards are still early in their rebuild
At his annual preseason news conference, General Manager Will Dawkins made it clear that the Wizards still have a lot of ground to cover.
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Candace Buckner @candacedbuckner.bsky.social · 12d
Dang Heather, I guess other folks beat you to the click 🤷🏽‍♀️
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Candace Buckner @candacedbuckner.bsky.social · 12d
Watch any NFL game, and women are everywhere. During these broadcasts, however, women are introduced in a way that comes across as merely complementary.

That is until, Colts owner & CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon fills the screen.

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Column | Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon is acting like a boss, no notes
After inheriting the team from her father, she is captivating NFL broadcasts like no woman has.
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Tom Schad @tomschad.bsky.social · 26d
The early game story from Washington's 27-18 loss to Green Bay, on a night where Jayden Daniels didn't have his magic and the injuries piled up. www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2025/...
Not ready for the leap: Commanders outclassed by Packers in prime time
Quarterback Jayden Daniels is under pressure all night, and Washington couldn’t stop Jordan Love and Green Bay in a 27-18 defeat.
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Candace Buckner @candacedbuckner.bsky.social · 27d
Still goes hard
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Candace Buckner @candacedbuckner.bsky.social · 28d
I mean it, if you're old enough to remember the first "Matlock," then you are denied free souvenirs from your favorite athlete.
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Post Sports @postsports.bsky.social · 28d
Some timely guidance from @candacedbuckner.bsky.social: www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2025/...
Column | Thou shalt not steal baseballs and hats from kids
The Phillies fan who grabbed a baseball and the tennis fan who grabbed a hat broke some fundamental rules for sporting events.
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Candace Buckner @candacedbuckner.bsky.social · Aug 27
File that one under: sad but true. (Incredibly sad)

And we went with a hyper local grill master in the Midwest. Doesn’t even have a storefront :)
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Candace Buckner @candacedbuckner.bsky.social · Aug 27
First column was about gun celebrations in football (which I posted before the news of yet another school shooting. Just terrible)

… now a little something on the lighter fare, I guess. A column in which I write wedding vows for Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce.

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Column | Wedding advice from a recent bride: Taylor, don’t let him write his vows
For America’s couple, it’s a love story, and here’s some well-informed, if unsolicited, help on the script for the big day
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Candace Buckner @candacedbuckner.bsky.social · Aug 27
The NFL’s crackdown on inappropriate celebrations is long overdue, regardless of the league’s motivations.

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Column | Can we please keep your imaginary guns off my football fields?
The NFL’s crackdown on inappropriate celebrations is long overdue, regardless of the league’s motivations.
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Candace Buckner @candacedbuckner.bsky.social · Aug 21
When professional athletes such as Ketel Marte find themselves in situations when they appear to be less than windup warriors, they might find themselves at the center of attention.

Latest words here:

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Column | For athletes expected to be heroes, mental health is a delicate topic
The Diamondbacks’ Ketel Marte has needed some time away from the field, showing the challenges of players admitting to being human.
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Candace Buckner @candacedbuckner.bsky.social · Aug 21
Mighty kind of you to say, Miranda :)) thank you!
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Candace Buckner @candacedbuckner.bsky.social · Aug 18
"The first thing that must be said about the blood clot near Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler’s invaluable right shoulder is that any baseball consequences of its emergence are secondary."

great sensible opener by @chelseajanes.bsky.social

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Analysis | Zack Wheeler’s blood clot upends baseball’s pennant chase
The Phillies’ ace was diagnosed with a major ailment near his throwing shoulder. Will it derail Philadelphia’s chances to win the World Series?
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