The GIST: Even without their stars, the Capitals keep finding ways to pick up points. Meanwhile, Jennifer King and Ariel Atkins have accomplishments of their own to celebrate.

This week in sports.

This Week for the Blackhawks, Fighting Illini, Bulls

The GIST: While the Stars and Mavericks continue the grind on their respective playing surfaces, the Cowboys’ rumor mill grinds on, fueled by lingering questions about quarterback (QB) Dak Prescott’s future with the squad.

This week in sports.

The GIST: Spirit defender Emily Sonnet is brightening our day with her skilled moves. The Wizards and Capitals? Not so much.

The GIST: The Stars had to wait to hit the ice, but they didn’t seem hindered by the delay, earning two wins in their first two games. Meanwhile, the Mavs are patiently waiting for some of their stars to return to play.

The GIST: Was there football on last night? Oops, must’ve missed it. We were too locked in on our New York hockey teams.

The GIST: Starting to let the winter chill get to you? Benny’s staying warm with some mittens, and we’re staying warm watching the Blackhawks and the Red Stars heat up.

The GIST: We’ve braved the belly of the beast and welcomed new leadership to the White House. Meanwhile, the Washington Football Team (WFT) looks poised to bring in some new leadership of its own.

The GIST: While we’re still waiting on the Stars to drop the puck, the Cowboys have kept us entertained with the ongoing NFL hiring frenzy. But with that frenzy comes more uncertainty...just what we needed.

This week from the Celtics, Red Sox, Bruins, and Mewis Sisters.