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Williams discusses Nats' 2-1 loss

August 01, 2014, 6:31pm

There have been games this season when the Nationals, like any team, really, just didn't square many balls up offensively, and had trouble scoring runs. Tonight wasn't one of those nights. Yes, the Nats only pushed across one run against Roberto Hernandez and Jonathan Papelbon tonight, but the minimal offensive production wasn't due to a lack of solid contact. The Nats ripped the ball all over the yard tonight, just got very little to show for it. Asdrubal Cabrera went 0-for-4 in his Nats...

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Williams on Barrett option and Cabrera on his new team

August 01, 2014, 2:28pm

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Williams on Barrett option and Cabrera on his new team

The Nationals activated infielder Asdrubal Cabrera prior to Friday's game against the Phillies. The team optioned right-hander Aaron Barrett to Triple-A Syracuse. Manager Matt Williams said there were a couple of reasons they decided to send Barrett back to the minors. "(Ross Detwiler's) pitched really well. So we want to get him some higher leverage lefty-lefty situations," Williams said. "Aaron has been in a lot of pressure situations so far and it's not easy for a first-year pitcher...

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Cabrera activated, Barrett optioned; Lobaton talks trade (plus lineup)

August 01, 2014, 11:22am

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Cabrera activated, Barrett optioned; Lobaton talks trade (plus lineup)

The Nationals officially activated infielder Asdrubal Cabrera today and optioned right-handed reliever Aaron Barrett to Triple-A Syracuse. The club acquired Cabrera and cash considerations yesterday in exchange for infielder Zach Walters. Cabrera has made 149 starts at second base in his career and is a career .270 hitter. The 26-year-old Barrett is 3-0 with a 3.21 ERA in 40 appearances for the Nationals. Blake Treinen, who was called up Thursday, will remain with the team. Nationals...

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Nationals activate infielder Asdrubal Cabrera, option right-hander Aaron Barrett to Triple-A Syracuse

August 01, 2014, 11:57am

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The Washington Nationals today activated infielder Asdrubal Cabrera and optioned right-handed reliever Aaron Barrett to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. The Nationals acquired Cabrera, along with cash considerations, from the Cleveland Indians on Thursday afternoon in exchange for infielder Zach Walters. Cabrera, a veteran shortstop who has started 149 games at second base, is a...

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Bullpen hitting a bit of a rough patch

August 01, 2014, 7:29am

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Throughout most of the season, the Nationals' bullpen has been one of the team's strong suits. Nats relievers have taken slim leads and held their opponents at bay, and when the Nats have trailed in ballgames, the guys out in the 'pen have done a tremendous job of keeping the deficit where it is, allowing the position players a chance to come back in the late innings. Of late, however, the bullpen has slipped a little bit. Dating back to June 14, Jerry Blevins has seen his ERA jump from...

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Gonzalez, Ramos and Frandsen on loss to Phillies

July 31, 2014, 8:01pm

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Gonzalez, Ramos and Frandsen on loss to Phillies

Left-hander Gio Gonzalez was looking to build off a seven-inning, one-run performance Saturday at Cincinnati. He took a hard luck 1-0 loss, but still managed to pitch well, allowing the Reds only four hits and striking out eight. But in his first game back at Nats Park since July 20, Gonzalez struggled against the Phillies, giving up five runs in 3 2/3 innings in a 10-4 Nationals loss. He allowed eight hits and recorded only 11 outs. In the five-run fourth inning, the Phillies were able to get...

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Williams discusses Nats' 10-4 loss to Phillies

July 31, 2014, 7:30pm

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Williams discusses Nats' 10-4 loss to Phillies

The Phillies pounded out 17 hits and pushed across 10 runs. The Nationals made three errors and allowed three stolen bases. This game could have been closer than the final six-run deficit had the Nats cashed in on opportunities and played a little cleaner. williams Instead, the Phillies cruised to a 10-4 win in the opener of this four-game series. Gio Gonzalez allowed five runs in just 3 2/3 innings, and even though Cliff Lee went just 2 2/3 before leaving with a left flexor pronator strain,...

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Hair Cuttery styling upcoming Social Media Weekend at Nats Park

July 28, 2014, 7:42am

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Hair Cuttery styling upcoming Social Media Weekend at Nats Park

Did you hear? We're at it again! We're excited to kick off another Social Media Weekend (#masnSMW) styled by Hair Cuttery this Friday, Aug. 1 at Nationals Park. Before our full weekend of giveaways, prizes, seat upgrades and more, Gio Gonzalez will be taking out a lucky group of MASN Word of the Day winners to lunch in the District. After lunch, the fun continues for everyone at Nats Park. We'll be on site with Hair Cuttery all weekend, and if you're at the park, we want to hook you up!...

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Williams and Rizzo on acquisition of Cabrera

July 31, 2014, 1:56pm

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Williams and Rizzo on acquisition of Cabrera

Manager Matt Williams was excited with the news that the Nationals had acquired two-time All-Star infielder Asdrubal Cabrera from the Cleveland Indians. Williams said during pregame availability on Thursday that Cabrera brings to the Nationals postseason experience. "He is a guy that has been in pennant races," Williams said. "He understands that. He understands the pressures of this time of year and getting where you want to go. He'll be a welcome addition for us. We'll plug him in as...

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Williams on Walters' "big potential" in Cleveland, Rizzo on 2011 trade that got him to Nats

July 31, 2014, 2:43pm

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Williams on Walters' "big potential" in Cleveland, Rizzo on 2011 trade that got him to Nats

The Nationals decided to trade future potential for playoff experience and depth for their infield on Thursday, sending prospect Zach Walters to the Cleveland Indians for veteran infielder Asdrubal Cabrera. Manager Matt Williams said Walters thought he was in trouble when his skipper called him into the office early Thursday to deliver the news. "Shocked as anybody else would (be)," Williams said. "I said, 'No,' " when Walters suggested he might have done something wrong. "We've made...

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Phillies pouring it on (Nats fall 10-4)

July 31, 2014, 3:45pm

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The Nationals have finally returned home for the first time since July 20 and left-hander Gio Gonzalez looked to get off to a good start in front of the Nationals Park faithful. He started that last game at home and recorded a no-decision in a 5-4 win over the Brewers. Despite falling to the Reds on Saturday, Gonzalez allowed only one run on four hits over seven frames. Against the Phillies with one away in the first, Gonzalez surrendered a hit to Jimmy Rollins but then recorded a pair of outs...

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Nats acquire infielder Asdrubal Cabrera from Indians for Zach Walters (updated twice)

July 31, 2014, 11:10am

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Nats acquire infielder Asdrubal Cabrera from Indians for Zach Walters (updated twice)

The Nationals have added an infielder less than an hour before the non-waiver trade deadline. Shortstop/second baseman Asdrubal Cabrera is coming to D.C. from the Indians, a source confirms. In return, the Nats will send infielder Zach Walters to Cleveland. Update: The trade is now official. The Nats have acquired Cabrera and cash considerations from the Indians in exchange for Walters. Jordan Bastian of MLB.com was the first to report the Cabrera deal. Cabrera hasn't played second base since...

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Nationals recall right-hander Blake Treinen

July 31, 2014, 2:15pm

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The Washington Nationals today recalled right-handed pitcher Blake Treinen from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Treinen, 26, rejoins the Nationals for the fifth time this season. In nine Major League games (five starts), Treinen is 1-3 with a 2.29 ERA. In 35.1 innings, Treinen has allowed just nine earned runs. Treinen's last Major League appearance came on...

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Gonzalez on mound for series opener against Phillies (LaRoche scratched)

July 31, 2014, 11:50am

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Gonzalez on mound for series opener against Phillies (LaRoche scratched)

After a nine-game road trip in which they went 5-4, the Nationals are back home to face the Phillies. There's no word yet on when newly acquired second baseman/shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera will join the team. The Nationals (58-47) have a 1 1/2-game lead in the National League over the second-place Braves. The Phillies sit at the bottom of the division with a 47-61 record. For the Phillies CF Ben Revere SS Jimmy Rollins 2B Chase Utley RF Marlon Byrd C Carlos Ruiz LF Grady Sizemore 1B Darin...

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David Huzzard: The Nationals at the deadline and the other deadline

July 31, 2014, 4:32am

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When it comes to the Nationals front office as run by Mike Rizzo, there are no leaks. Any rumors about the Nationals leading up to this trade deadline have been mere speculation. Danny Espinosa doesn't have an major league-quality bat and with Ryan Zimmerman out for perhaps the rest of the season, the Nats lineup could use an upgrade. That is only marginally true. The Nationals have a record of 39-33 in games Espinosa starts and his 2014 OPS of .624 is right in line with the National League...

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Deadline day is here

July 31, 2014, 6:32am

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The non-waiver trade deadline is now less than six hours away. One blockbuster deadline-day deal has already come together today, as the Red Sox have sent Jon Lester and Jonny Gomes to the Athletics for Yoenis Cespedes. Yeah, if that deal doesn't get you excited, I've got nothing for you. Just a monster trade put together by the Sox and A's, and luckily for the Nationals, Lester ends up in the American League, and not slotted into the Dodgers' or Brewers' rotation, two National League...

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Roark, Desmond and Storen on Nats' 4-3 win over Marlins

July 30, 2014, 1:35pm

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Roark, Desmond and Storen on Nats' 4-3 win over Marlins

Tanner Roark might've walked the first batter of Wednesday's sweep-avoiding 4-3 win over the Marlins, but he was exceptional from there. Roark allowed just one run on three hits and two walks while striking out seven in seven innings. The Nationals right-hander has held opponents to exactly one run in seven innings in each of his last four starts for a sparkling 1.29 ERA and a personal four-game winning streak. It also marked the Nats' sixth straight start of at least seven innings with...

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Matt Williams on the 4-3 win over the Marlins

July 30, 2014, 1:44pm

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Matt Williams on the 4-3 win over the Marlins

Nationals manager Matt Williams had these thoughts on Drew Storen working out of a jam in the ninth inning to record his first save of the season in a 4-3 win at Miami: "Certainly, the (Giancarlo) Stanton homer, and then the ball kind of inside the line at first. But Drew made a pitch when he had to make a pitch. That is all that matters for us." Why didn't Williams use closer Rafael Soriano in that situation? "Well, we decided to give him a couple of days," Williams explained. "Not just...

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Opposite dugout: Phillies aim to keep Nats on toes with top four starters slated to pitch

July 31, 2014, 4:23am

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Opposite dugout: Phillies aim to keep Nats on toes with top four starters slated to pitch

Manager: Ryne Sandberg, second year Record: 47-61 Last 10 games: 4-6 Who to watch: RF Marlon Byrd (.270/.318/.477, 22 doubles, 20 HR, 60 RBIs); 2B Chase Utley (.289/.355/.436, 26 doubles, 9 HR, 54 RBIs); LHP Cole Hamels (6-5, 2.55 ERA, 1.13 WHIP); LHP Cliff Lee (4-5, 3.78 ERA, 1.41 WHIP) Season series vs. Nats: 3-6, 29 runs scored, 43 runs allowed Pitching probables July 31: Cliff Lee vs. Gio Gonzalez, 7 p.m., MASN2 HD Aug. 1: Roberto Hernandez vs. Doug Fister, 7 p.m., MASN HD Aug. 2: A.J....

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Rachel Levitin: Nats need to pay extra attention to NL East games down the stretch

July 30, 2014, 5:27am

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Rachel Levitin: Nats need to pay extra attention to NL East games down the stretch

It hasn't been an easy road trip for the Nationals. They're 4-4 against the Rockies, Reds and Marlins with one more game to be played before heading home on Thursday. The Nats have dropped two of three in Miami with their final game of that series this afternoon. Once they return to Washington, the next homestand - if played well - could help bolster their hopes for a slightly longer season, as long as they make a strong strike against their National League East division foes. The Phillies...