A banner weekend, indeed. The Washington Capitals and Wizards clinched a playoff berth within 24 hours. This week we have another full lineup of Washington area sports, highlighted by a jampacked Wednesday night featuring three local teams playing home games in front of massive crowds. Our picks for this week are below. Go on and add your own in the comments. TUESDAY With all area teams taking tonight off, we suggest you clear your plans…

The Washington Capitals have won eight of their last nine games. Will they be able to maintain their run of form for the final three games of the season? The Caps sit on the edge of the playoffs, though they are on the outside looking in. Their three home games this week should give fans some of the more thrilling moments in recent seasons. What’s more, there’s plenty of other regional sports action on the…

While much of America is focused on the NCAA Men’s Tournament, we are forced to turn elsewhere upon the elimination of our area’s three teams. And come on, you know you aren’t going to win that office pool your friend pressured you to join. Fortunately, there are plenty of alternative sports viewing options this week. Feel free to leave your own in the comments. TUESDAY The Washington Capitals just won’t quit. They’ve been scrambling among…

Another wild week awaits area hoops fans. The madcap, non-stop college hoops action of Thursday and Friday represents the pinnacle of sports viewing for many fans. Sneaking out of work, bracket in hand, for an extra hour of lunch is an annual ritual for many a weary office drone. At this point next week, our brackets will be hopelessly crumbled, highlighted and marked with cryptic marginalia. Right now, however, hope springs eternal. Don’t forget to…

Last week’s slate of games elicited emotions ranging from despair to jubilation for our area teams, and this week should be equally as tumultuous; the postseason fate of numerous squads hangs in the balance. This week’s picks are listed below; feel free to add your own in the comments and email me with suggestions for next week. TUESDAY The Washington Wizards begin a 4-game homestand tonight against Milwaukee. The Bucks sit at a wretched 23-40…

With a number of area teams gearing up for a playoff run, it’s an exciting time for sports in the Washington area. Here’s what you should be watching this week. Don’t hesitate to leave your own suggestions in the comments, and, if you’re so inclined, shoot me an email with suggestions for next week. Tuesday Most of this week’s slate is packed with some great action. Tuesday is an exception. For those that aren’t reading…