Only at The Washington Times: Mark Zuckerman and Ben Goessling blog on the Washington Nationals.
By Ben Goessling — Published November 24, 2009 Comments
The National League Most Valuable Player results were just released, with the Cardinals' Albert Pujols winning his third MVP award and becoming the first unanimous MVP since Barry Bonds in 2002. I had one of the 32 votes (two from each National League market). Here's how I voted.
By Ben Goessling — Published November 24, 2009 Comments
Before you start cooking that turkey on Thursday morning, let's talk a little Nats on Wednesday afternoon. We'll be hosting a live Nats chat at 2 p.m. on Wednesday.
By Ben Goessling — Published November 20, 2009 Comments
Stephen Strasburg has a patellar subluxation in his left knee, and will be fine for spring training with rest and physical therapy.
By Ben Goessling — Published November 20, 2009 Comments
The Nationals named their coaching staff for 2010 today, bringing back three members of the 2009 staff and adding a trio of connections from manager Jim Riggleman's past jobs in baseball.
By Ben Goessling — Published November 19, 2009 Comments
Stephen Strasburg will miss Saturday's Arizona Fall League championship game because of a twisted left knee, and will get a precautionary exam on Friday in Los Angeles, though the Nationals say the injury is not serious.
By Mark Zuckerman — Published November 19, 2009 Comments
The Nats' top prospect doesn't just try to overpower hitters. He actually understands how to pitch.
By Ben Goessling — Published November 18, 2009 Comments
The Nationals have named Davey Johnson, veteran of four major-league managerial jobs and a stint with the 2008 U.S. Olympic team, senior advisor to the general manager.
By Mark Zuckerman — Published November 17, 2009 Comments
Riggleman's former manager in Seattle now will serve under him in Washington.
By Mark Zuckerman — Published November 17, 2009 Comments
Plenty of tidbits on both major and minor leaguers to share
By Mark Zuckerman — Published November 16, 2009 Comments
Two more hires gives GM Mike Rizzo eight new assistants since the end of the season.
By Mark Zuckerman — Published November 14, 2009 Comments
Right-hander comes back from neck strain, strikes out six in 3 2/3 innings in Arizona
By Mark Zuckerman — Published November 12, 2009 Comments
Nats star is now officially both the NL's best offensive and defensive third baseman.
By Mark Zuckerman — Published November 12, 2009 Comments
Jim Riggleman, Mike Rizzo and others spoke today at Nationals Park.
By Mark Zuckerman — Published November 11, 2009 Comments
The Nats have made Jim Riggleman their permanent manager.
By Mark Zuckerman — Published November 11, 2009 Comments
Nats third baseman says his first Gold Glove award is a "huge honor."
'Your papers, please' must never be heard in America
