Author Archives: Deron Snyder
Melbourne Orchestra members to play with Ellington Orchestra
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WASHINGTON – After opening with a performance at the Symphony Center in Chicago, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra visits the nation’s capital. But this week’s show at the Kennedy Center isn’t the only option for D.C. classical music fans who want … Continue reading
‘Skins can anticipate much more McLaurin, if not many more wins
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) In a season that couldn’t be much worse – beating Miami on Sunday was like putting a Band-Aid on a spouting jugular – thank goodness for Terry McLaurin. Washington’s rookie wide … Continue reading
Draft another first-round QB if Haskins doesn’t start by Week 11
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) Bill Callahan, in his initial comments Monday as Washington Redskins interim coach, said rookie quarterback Dwayne Haskins “will be in the lineup at some point in time, whether it’s this year … Continue reading
‘Skins formula works for Allen, but everyone else is on their own
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) Several hours after firing Jay Gruden as head coach, Washington Redskins president Bruce Allen addressed the media at team headquarters. He holds news conferences about as often as Washington makes the … Continue reading
‘Skins give dwindling fans few reasons to keep showing up
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) LANDOVER, Md. – At this stage of the Washington Redskins’ season – five games with nary a win – and this juncture of owner Dan Snyder’s two-decade reign of error, you’re … Continue reading
NLDS just another opportunity for Nats to keep fighting
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) Washington isn’t supposed to – and probably won’t – beat the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Division Series that begins Thursday night. Which means the Nationals have a great … Continue reading
Nats’ wild-card game a hindrance before the hump
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) Manager Dave Martinez laid the groundwork for the 2019 Washington Nationals last year. It’s what helped him – and his team – survive an abysmal start this season and eventually capture … Continue reading
Nats’ wild card berth called for celebration, not moderation
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) The Nationals got off to a 19-31 start but didn’t let it stop them from clinching a postseason berth Tuesday. That accomplishment led to an epic clubhouse celebration, a raucous bash … Continue reading
Shouldn’t be much longer before we see what Haskins can do
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) LANDOVER – Washington Redskins quarterback Case Keenum threw three interceptions Monday against Chicago, including one that was returned for a touchdown. Dwayne Haskins could’ve done that. Keenum was sacked four times … Continue reading
Objections to trade requests only show selfishness on fans’ part
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) There’s been a lot of coverage lately about players who request – no, demand! – to be traded. Their desire to work elsewhere has caused great consternation among some fans and … Continue reading
