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Strasburg, Rendon and Stammen on 8-2 loss to Orioles

July 07, 2014, 7:49pm

Nationals reliever Craig Stammen said his fastball was fine, but he never was able to command his slider and that contributed to a rough 11th inning. The Orioles slammed two of their three homers in that extra frame off of Stammen as the Nats fell 8-2. "I made some good pitches with my fastball, but my slider was just so bad that it didn't really matter what happened," Stammen said. "But I felt confident, I felt I put it behind me, but it just didn't work out." Chris Davis' two-run...

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Report: Astros and Nationals shared spring training site could be ready in 2017

July 07, 2014, 4:54pm

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There have been discussions recently about the Nationals and Houston Astros working together on a shared spring training site. According to a Houston Chronicle article, Astros owner Jim Crane confirmed there have been more than talks and a proposed site in West Palm Beach, Fla., could be set to open in as early as 2017. Approval from state and local authorities is still needed for the sight to be confirmed. The Nationals/Expos organization has played at Space Coast Stadium since 2003. The...

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Williams on Stammen's rough 11th and Strasburg's strong outing in 8-2 loss

July 07, 2014, 7:38pm

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Williams on Stammen's rough 11th and Strasburg's strong outing in 8-2 loss

This really was a tremendous ballgame for 10 innings. Then the Orioles broke things open in a big way in the top of the 11th. Chris Davis' two-run homer started a six-run rally in the 11th, with Craig Stammen allowing five of the six runs, as the O's took the first game of the Battle of the Beltways 8-2. Stephen Strasburg allowed just two runs (both coming in on a Nelson Cruz fourth-inning homer) in seven innings, Anthony Rendon had a two-run shot that tied the game in the sixth, and Tyler...

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Stuart Wallace: The scoop on LaRoche's stellar glove work

July 08, 2014, 4:47am

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Stuart Wallace: The scoop on LaRoche's stellar glove work

Playing a position known more for offensive contributions from players who often lack the defensive skills to play elsewhere, Adam LaRoche has become a unique commodity for his glove work. While no slouch at the plate, as his .385 weighted on-base average (wOBA) and 148 weighted runs created plus (wRC+) - ranking second and third among National League first basemen, respectively - can attest, it's LaRoche's ability to deftly corral balls screaming off of opponents' bats or out of teammates'...

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Nats lineup for Game 1 of Battle of the Beltways (Werth named Player of the Week)

July 07, 2014, 11:27am

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Nats lineup for Game 1 of Battle of the Beltways (Werth named Player of the Week)

The Orioles are in first place in the American League East. The Nationals are a half-game out of first in the National League East. It's always cool when these two neighbors square off, but it's a heck of a lot more fun when the teams are playing well and are in contention. The Nats will send Stephen Strasburg to the hill, while the O's will go to right-hander Chris Tillman. Manager Matt Williams is going to the same lineup 1-8 that he has for five of the six games that Bryce Harper has...

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#VoteRendon: Send the Nationals' infielder to the All-Star Game

July 07, 2014, 8:40am

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The votes have been cast, the pitchers have been selected and the 2014 All-Star Game roster is set. Or, is it? Jordan Zimmermann has been named to the National League All-Star team, and as of now, he's the lone Nationals representative. But you can change that! Infielder Anthony Rendon is in MLB's Final Vote, sponsored by Experian. He's going up against four other National League players who are also trying to represent their respective team in the All-Star Game. Rendon has put up quite...

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Williams on Rendon's first half success and facing his former manager Buck Showalter

July 07, 2014, 1:52pm

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Williams on Rendon's first half success and facing his former manager Buck Showalter

Nationals manager Matt Williams fielded questions about second baseman Anthony Rendon and why he has garnered so much interest to be included in the Final Vote for next week's All-Star Game in Minneapolis. "Anthony continues to understand himself and what he can and can't do," Williams said. "For me, I think he's shown more power than anybody expected him to show. And that's power to his pull side. Everybody understands his swing and fact that he can hit the ball the other way. You talk...

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Strasburg and Tillman battling in D.C. (Nats fall 8-2 in 11 innings)

July 07, 2014, 3:42pm

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Strasburg and Tillman battling in D.C. (Nats fall 8-2 in 11 innings)

A pair of 48-win teams tangle in the Nation's Capital on Monday night as the Orioles arrive to face the Nationals. The teams opening day starters, Stephen Strasburg and Chris Tillman are off to great starts. Strasburg allowed only a Manny Machado double down the left field line in the first three innings. Machado's hot shot came in the second at-bat of the game. Strasburg has recorded one strikeout in each inning. But Strasburg is at 41 pitches after those three innings. Tillman did not...

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Opposite dugout: Nats bring majors' top pitching staff into Battle of the Beltways

July 07, 2014, 6:15am

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Opposite dugout: Nats bring majors' top pitching staff into Battle of the Beltways

Manager: Matt Williams, first year Record: 48-39 Last 10 games: 7-3 Who to watch: 1B Adam LaRoche (.294/.401/.482, 12 HR, 45 RBIs); 2B/3B Anthony Rendon (.282/.340/.483, 21 doubles, 12 HR, 50 RBIs); RHP Doug Fister (7-2, 2.93 ERA, 1.05 WHIP); RHP Tanner Roark (7-6, 3.12 ERA, 1.17 WHIP) Season series vs. O's (2013): 1-3, 17 runs scored, 20 runs allowed Pitching probables July 7: Stephen Strasburg vs. Chris Tillman, 7 p.m., MASN2 HD July 8: Doug Fister vs. Bud Norris, 7 p.m., MASN2 HD July 9:...

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More All-Star chatter, including a couple of Nats snubs

July 07, 2014, 5:39am

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More All-Star chatter, including a couple of Nats snubs

Every major league team gets at least one player in the All-Star Game, a rule that Major League Baseball put in place to ensure that every organization and fanbase is represented and has a chance to cheer on one of its players during the Midsummer Classic. The Nationals, who currently are nine games over .500, have won 11 of their last 15 and are just a half-game out of the lead in the National League East, had just one player announced as a member of the NL All-Star team yesterday. Jordan...

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Outfielder Jayson Werth named National League Player of the Week

July 07, 2014, 12:19pm

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Outfielder Jayson Werth named National League Player of the Week

Washington Nationals outfielder Jayson Werth today was named the National League Player of the Week. Major League Baseball made the announcement this afternoon on MLB Network. Werth, 35, hit .450 (9-for-20) with five doubles, two home runs, nine RBI, five walks and seven runs scored on the week to earn the citation. Werth, who has posted at least one RBI in five straight contests, helped the Nationals go 5-1 on the week and register series victories over the Rockies (3-0) and Cubs (2-1). In...

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Rendon reacts to inclusion in the Final Vote for All-Star Game

July 06, 2014, 2:29pm

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Rendon reacts to inclusion in the Final Vote for All-Star Game

Major League Baseball on Sunday night announced that Nationals second baseman Anthony Rendon is among the final five players eligible for inclusion in the All-Star Game in Minneapolis on July 15 via the Final Vote. Fans can vote for Rendon here. He's competing against Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo, Marlins third baseman Casey McGehee, Rockies first baseman Justin Morneau and Braves outfielder Justin Upton. Balloting for Final Vote continues until 4 p.m. on Thursday, July 10. Rendon is...

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Jordan Zimmermann selected to NL All-Star team

July 06, 2014, 2:33pm

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Jordan Zimmermann selected to NL All-Star team

Jordan Zimmermann is heading back to the All-Star Game. And this time, the Nationals right-hander will actually have a chance to compete in the Midsummer Classic. Zimmermann has been selected to his second straight All-Star Game, this after going 6-4 with a 2.79 ERA in 18 starts, including today's six scoreless frames against the Cubs. "It means a lot," Zimmermann said. "It's a huge honor and I'm excited. I wouldn't be going if it wasn't for those guys that play defense behind me every...

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Jordan Zimmermann named NL All-Star, Rendon eligible for The Final Vote

July 06, 2014, 4:10pm

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Jordan Zimmermann named NL All-Star, Rendon eligible for The Final Vote

Washington Nationals right-handed starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann today was named a National League All-Star by Cardinals field manager Mike Matheny and Major League Baseball. The 85th Major League Baseball All-Star Game will be held at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minn. on Tuesday, July 15. The All-Star invitation is the second of Zimmermann's career. He represented the Nationals at the 2013 All-Star Game at Citi Field, but did not pitch in the American League's 3-0 victory. After...

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Zimmerman on his big hit, Zimmermann on his fastball in 2-1 win over Cubs

July 06, 2014, 2:06pm

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Zimmerman on his big hit, Zimmermann on his fastball in 2-1 win over Cubs

In a nail-biting pitchers' duel, it can come down to one pitch - and it usually is from a bullpen arm late in the game. Sunday was no exception, as Cubs starter Jake Arrieta and Nationals starter Jordan Zimmermann combined to throw 12 innings and allow one run. With the game tied in the bottom of the eighth, the Nationals got a man in scoring position for Ryan Zimmerman, who was able to square up a pitch from Cubs reliever Pedro Strop and deliver the go-ahead run in a 2-1 series-clinching...

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Williams discusses Nats' 2-1 win over Cubs

July 06, 2014, 2:03pm

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Williams discusses Nats' 2-1 win over Cubs

We thought we might get a pitchers' duel today. That's exactly what we got. Jordan Zimmermann and Jake Arrieta each went six innings and combined to allow just one run, a run that was scored three batters into the Nationals' half of the first inning. It then became a bullpen game, and while the Cubs tied things up in the seventh, the Nationals struck right back in the eighth. Ryan Zimmerman's two-out single through the left side scored Denard Span with the go-ahead run, and Rafael Soriano...

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Gonzalez, Zimmerman and Ramos on 13-0 win over Cubs

July 05, 2014, 4:41pm

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Gonzalez, Zimmerman and Ramos on 13-0 win over Cubs

Nationals winning pitcher Gio Gonzalez was provided early run support that helped him concentrate on the job at hand. Going eight strong innings, Gonzalez allowed the Cubs only four hits and one walk with no runs allowed. The Nationals ended up pounding the Cubs 13-0. Gonzalez gave credit to the defense behind him and catcher Wilson Ramos guiding him through each inning. "I feel like the team is getting me there," Gonzalez said. "With their help, and everything they are doing, the catcher,...

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Williams discusses Nats' 13-0 blowout win

July 05, 2014, 4:14pm

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Williams discusses Nats' 13-0 blowout win

Wins don't get much better from an all-around perspective than this one. The Nationals pounded out eight doubles (a single-game franchise high), 19 hits (a season-high) and 13 runs (also a season-high). Gio Gonzalez threw eight scoreless innings, extending his stretch of consecutive scoreless frames to 22. The defense again was sharp. It was all clicking for Matt Williams' ballclub in today's 13-0 win over the Cubs. Here's the skipper after the victory. On Gonzalez's changeup really...

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Werth delivers early for the Nats against Arrieta (Nats win 2-1)

July 06, 2014, 9:59am

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Werth delivers early for the Nats against Arrieta (Nats win 2-1)

The Nationals and Cubs are wrapping up their three-game holiday weekend series with a marquee matchup, with right-hander Jordan Zimmermann against right-hander Jake Arrieta. Zimmermann has allowed two earned runs or less in six consecutive starts, while Arrieta has taken a no-hitter into the seventh inning two starts in a row. The Nationals are looking to go nine games above .500 for the first time this season, keep pace with the Braves and upset Arrieta, all before the much-anticipated Beltway...

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Nats stick with same lineup in finale against Cubs

July 06, 2014, 6:56am

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Nats stick with same lineup in finale against Cubs

You score 13 runs and you don't change much. The Nationals lineup today, with the exception of starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann, looks exactly as it did yesterday, when they pounded out a season-high 19 hits in a rout of the Cubs. There's one thing standing between the Nats and a series victory against Chicago: right-hander Jake Arrieta, who has taken a no-hitter at least into the seventh inning in each of his last two starts. On the season, Arrieta is 5-1 with a 1.18 ERA in 11 starts. With...