Two outs at third base ended Nats chances for insurance

Two outs at third base ended Nats chances for insurance
The Nats offense connected early against Jonathan Sanchez, scoring five runs and sending the Giants starter to the showers in the fourth inning. With a 5-3 lead, the Nats had to like their chances with a normally reliable bullpen waiting for the opportunity to go. But in the fifth and sixth frames, the Nats had opportunities to add to their lead, but were unable to plate another run, leaving four men on base following three hits. In the sixth inning, the toughest outs of the night came at...

Morgan, Bernie catalysts to get offense rolling at home

Morgan, Bernie catalysts to get offense rolling at home
The Nationals have now won five of their first eight games in this 10-game homestand, taking down Matt Cain and the San Francisco Giants 8-1 Friday night at Nationals Park. The Nats did it behind the arm of Stephen Strasburg, but it was also the offense that has ignited this recent spark in D.C. The Nationals are 25-19 at home and are one win away from a 9-3-3 series record at Nats Park this season. The team has won 6 of their last 10 and have started to play some very good baseball...

Strasburg, Zimmermann could dominate for years to come

Strasburg, Zimmermann could dominate for years to come
As I sat there watching Jordan Zimmermann dominate Frederick with his fastball hitting 94, 95 and 96 miles per hour Thursday, I wondered how strong the Nationals pitching staff will be with today's starter Stephen Strasburg and Jordan Zimmermann as the one-two punch for 2011 and beyond? It's similar to the core that Ryan Zimmerman wants to keep intact at 3-4-5 in the hitting order. You have the middle of your batting lineup set, now get the pieces around it to make a championship...

Christmas in July

Christmas in July
Think snow! We're now just 168 days away from Christmas -- the most wonderful time of the year (besides baseball season). And so, for the fifth year in a row, the Nationals will host a Christmas in July Toy Drive during this weekend's series against the San Francisco Giants. As always, the program benefits the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program. The toys collected will be distributed to non-profit organizations and hospital pediatric wards throughout the region. Fans can...

Strasburg Action Figures?

Strasburg Action Figures?
He may not be an All-Star yet, but rookie phenom Stephen Strasburg is collecting yet another unique honor. The Syracuse Chiefs will be giving away Stephen Strasburg action figurines on August 27th before their game against Buffalo. The first 3,000 fans who purchase a ticket to the game will receive a voucher for the must-have collectible. Strasburg will be depicted mid-windup in his Chiefs white home uniform. The figurines are limited edition and hand numbered. Each mini-Strasburg stands...

Zimmermann dominates second rehab start, hits 96 MPH

Zimmermann dominates second rehab start, hits 96 MPH
FREDERICK, Md. -- Nationals right-hander Jordan Zimmermann dominated his second rehab start following recovery from Tommy John surgery. Zimmermann went the scheduled three innings Thursday afternoon against the Frederick Keys in the sweltering heat at Harry Grove Stadium before 3,824. Potomac defeated Frederick 7-4. Jordan allowed just one hit, no runs, no walks and struck out five Keys batters, including the side in the first frame. Zimmermann threw 49 pitches, 34 of those for strikes....

Zimmerman wants Dunn to stay put

Zimmerman wants Dunn to stay put
With home run after home run by Adam Dunn splashing down over the outfield walls of Nationals Park, the joke on the chat line was a pretend phone call placed to Mike Rizzo that said "Kenny Williams is on line One!" A reference to a rumor that the Chicago White Sox general manager has a strong interest in acquiring Dunn. The Nationals' home run display in the first two games of the series with the San Diego Padres is certainly getting the attention of several general managers around the...

Last minute voting...

Last minute voting...
You still have two hours to vote to send Ryan Zimmerman to the All-Star Game. Voting closes at 4 p.m. and last we checked, Votto remains in first place. Go ahead and vote - your boss won't mind! Zimmerman will also be featured tonight on MASN's Covering the Bases. Tune in to hear all about "the face of the franchise" from his teammates and his family. The game is on MASN and MASN HD at 7 p.m. Now, back to voting!

Zimmermann Bottom of the 3rd

Zimmermann Bottom of the 3rd
Zimmermann bottom of the 3rd Potomac at Frederick Britton, P. 3U Avery K Hudson 5-3 POT 5, FRED 0. END 3RD Michael Burgess 3-run HR top 3rd for PNats IP 3 R 0 ER 0 H 1 BB 0 K 5 PITCHES 49 STRIKES 34

Zimmermann Bottom of the 2nd

Zimmermann Bottom of the 2nd
Julius F7 Hoes HP Britton, B. 3-1 Stevens K POT 2, FRED 0. END 2ND IP 2 R 0 ER 0 H 1 BB 0 K 4 37 PITCHES 26 STRIKES

FOX to Broadcast Nationals Game vs Chicago White Sox on Saturday, June 19 at 4:10PM

FOX to Broadcast Nationals Game vs Chicago White Sox on Saturday, June 19 at 4:10PM
The Washington Nationals today announced their home contest vs. the Chicago White Sox on Saturday, June 19 will now take place at 4:10 p.m. and be broadcast nationally on FOX. The Nationals Park Center Field Gates will open at 1:30 p.m. while all gates will open at 2:30 p.m. The game will not be shown on MASN and can only be seen on FOX. The Nationals also announced that TBS will televise this Sunday's road game vs. Cleveland at 1:05 p.m. Locally the TBS-broadcast will be unavailable, however...

Nationals Pitcher Stephen Strasburg to Appear on Late Show with David Letterman

Nationals Pitcher Stephen Strasburg to Appear on Late Show with David Letterman
Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg will read the "Top 10 List" on CBS' Late Show with David Letterman this evening. Nationals fans can tune in to their local CBS affiliate at 11:35 p.m. to watch Strasburg deliver tonight's list. Strasburg turned in a dazzling performance during his Major League debut at Nationals Park on Tuesday, June 8, striking out 14 Pirates in 7.0 innings and garnering his first win in front of a sell-out crowd. The first overall selection in the 2009...

Nationals Pitcher Stephen Strasburg to Appear on Sports Illustrated Cover

Nationals Pitcher Stephen Strasburg to Appear on Sports Illustrated Cover
Washington Nationals rookie pitcher Stephen Strasburg will be featured on the cover of this week's Sports Illustrated following an impressive first week in the Major Leagues. This is the first time a member of the Nationals has been the primary subject of cover of the magazine. The corresponding story on Strasburg's debut is written by Albert Chen. The cover spot comes on the heels of Strasburg receiving the Bank of America Presents NL Player of the Week Award for the week of June 7-13. The...

Zimmermann Bottom of 1st; strikes out the side

Zimmermann Bottom of 1st; strikes out the side
Jordan Zimmermann Btm of 1st Avery K Hudson double off SS Welty K Mahoney K 18 pitches 13 strikes IP 1 R 0 ER 0 H 1 BB 0 K 3 AFTER 1 POTOMAC 2, FREDERICK 0.

Zimmermann 2nd rehab start underway in Frederick

Zimmermann 2nd rehab start underway in Frederick
FREDERICK, Md. -- Jordan Zimmermann expected to go 3 innings today here in a hot and steamy Harry Grove Stadium on Kids day at the ball park. Zimmermann went 2 innings last Saturday in Potomac, allowing two hits and no runs.

Nationals Select Contract of Joel Peralta From Syracuse; Option John Lannan to Harrisburg

Nationals Select Contract of Joel Peralta From Syracuse; Option John Lannan to Harrisburg
The Washington Nationals today selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Joel Peralta from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League and optioned left-handed pitcher John Lannan to Harrisburg of the Double-A Eastern League. Additionally, right-handed pitcher Garrett Mock was transferred to the 60-Day Disabled List and left-handed pitcher Ross Detwiler was returned from rehab, reinstated from the 60-Day Disabled List and optioned to Harrisburg. Nationals Senior Vice President and General...

MLB, People Magazine and Washington Nationals Announce 30 "All-Stars Among Us" After 1.7 Million Votes are Cast

MLB, People Magazine and Washington Nationals Announce 30 "All-Stars Among Us" After 1.7 Million Votes are Cast
Bethesda, Md.'s Mark Bergel to be Honored at the 2010 All-Star Game on FOX and Featured in Special Pre-Game Ceremony July 13th at Angels Stadium Major League Baseball, PEOPLE and the Washington Nationals today announced Mark Bergel as the Nationals "All-Star" selection for the "All-Stars Among Us" campaign, which debuted in 2009 and recognizes individuals who are serving their communities in extraordinary ways. Out of the three "All-Star" finalists representing the Washington...

Nationals Team Up with the USO of Metropolitan Washington to Launch "Me & A Friend" Program on the 4th of July

Nationals Team Up with the USO of Metropolitan Washington to Launch "Me & A Friend" Program on the 4th of July
The Washington Nationals and the USO of Metropolitan Washington have teamed up to give military kids the opportunity to enjoy a baseball game with their friends through the "Me and a Friend" program, which formally kicks off on July 4 when the Nationals host the New York Mets in Washington, D.C., at 1:35 p.m. and will continue every Sunday throughout the rest of the season. The "Me and a Friend" program was designed by the USO in cooperation with various partner organizations and in...

Carlos Maldonado Reinstated From DL & Optioned to Syracuse

Carlos Maldonado Reinstated From DL & Optioned to Syracuse
Following tonight's game, the Washington Nationals recalled from rehab and reinstated catcher Carlos Maldonado from the 15-Day Disabled List then optioned him to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Maldonado missed the last 24 contests after going on the 15-Day DL (right thumb) on June 5, retroactive to June 4. The 31-year-old batted .273 (3-for-11) with one home run and three RBI in four games...

Nationals and Rangers Partner on "Third Base Ticket" to Elect Ryan Zimmerman and Michael Young in 2010 All-Star Game Final Vote Balloting

Nationals and Rangers Partner on "Third Base Ticket" to Elect Ryan Zimmerman and Michael Young in 2010 All-Star Game Final Vote Balloting
The Washington Nationals and Texas Rangers today announced they are joining forces to help return their respective third basemen to the 2010 All-Star Game. Nationals fans are encouraged to cast their ballots not only for Ryan Zimmerman in the 2010 All-Star Final Vote sponsored by Sprint, but also for Rangers third baseman Michael Young as the "Third Base Ticket." Zimmerman and Young are one of the five players in contention for the 34th and final spot on the National and American League...