The Tony Kornheiser Show “Farewell to the Washington Post Sports Section”
Mar 5, 2026
Steve Sands, golf broadcaster covering the PGA Tour and TGL. Mark Feinsand, MLB.com reporter covering the World Baseball Classic and spring training. They discuss the WBC’s importance and spring training storylines. They recount Shane Lowry’s dramatic collapse, debate TGL’s impact on the PGA Tour, and weigh Tiger Woods’ Masters prospects.
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Local Sports Coverage Hollowed Out At The Post
- Tony argued the Post's printed sports section now feels transactional and shallow, relying heavily on AP copy and Euro-centric coverage.
- He noted missing local depth: scant local reporting, tiny agate standings pages, and stories readers actually care about.
Tony's Quiet Presence At The Wake
- Tony described arriving with Michael Wilbon, mingling with unfamiliar faces, drinking wine, and avoiding center stage because he still has a job.
- He situates himself with older staff in the back, feeling honored to be invited while others face job uncertainty.
WBC Means More Than A Spring Exhibition
- Mark Feinsand emphasized the World Baseball Classic matters to players as a country-focused competition distinct from the World Series.
- He cited player commitment after Shohei Ohtani striking out Mike Trout and high-profile pitchers like Paul Skenes choosing to participate.