Last night’s Green Line derailment cancels scheduled weekend track work, but delays continue to hit Metro. “Metro says Green Line service remains disrupted in both directions. Metro advised customers traveling to and from Nationals Park this evening to consider using Capitol South Station on the Orange and Blue lines as an alternate to avoid Green Line delays.” [WUSA]

Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg experiences his third consecutive loss at Friday night’s game against the Rockies. “He gave up three runs, two of them earned, on eight hits and a walk, striking out six, as Rockies left-hander Drew Pomeranz stifled a previously scalding lineup.” [The Post]

The Post’s staff reduction causes metro editor Vernon Loeb to ask for volunteer reporters to cover the ongoing severe weather. “‘I really hate to be even asking for more volunteers, coming off the past week and the incredible extra effort so many of you have contributed. Nine reporters were working last Sunday, and just about that many on Saturday. And it’s pretty much been non-stop since then. When the ombudsman asked me yesterday to respond to critics of our storm and heat coverage, I went off on him—and had no hesitation in saying our coverage has been broader, deeper and more incisive than anyone else.'” [Washingtonian]

Philadelphia 76ers minority owners Erick Thohir and Jason Levien are expected to reach a deal to co-own DC United. “Sources told ESPN.com that Thohir and Levien are poised, pending MLS approval, to become partners next week with longtime DC United owner Will Chang, who also serves on the board of Major League Baseball’s San Francisco Giants.” [ESPN]

H&M will open a store in Old Town Alexandria this fall. “The new H&M will replace the Restoration Hardware store at 614 King Street.” [NBC4]

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