Author Archives: Ben Belford-Peltzman

LSU head coach: Paul Skenes is the “closest comparison since Stephen Strasburg”

Posted on May 30, 2023 by Ben Belford-Peltzman

The Washington Nationals franchise was in a dark and ominous place a year ago as Juan Soto was turning down record-breaking offers from the Nats — a team that was rumored to be sold imminently at the time. Also, the … Continue reading →

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Series preview: Nationals vs Royals

Posted on May 26, 2023 by Ben Belford-Peltzman

The Washington Nationals are set to play an unfamiliar opponent as they prepare to face-off with the Kansas City Royals for three games. Washington last visited Kaufman Stadium seven years ago, as these teams barely play.

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Series preview: Nationals vs Padres

Posted on May 23, 2023 by Ben Belford-Peltzman

If you look at the Padres and Nationals’ records and metrics, you will find it hard to believe that a Nats win tonight would tie these two teams in the standings. You would never know it by their payroll and … Continue reading →

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Series preview: Nationals vs Tigers

Posted on May 19, 2023 by Ben Belford-Peltzman

After a promising series against the New York Mets, the Washington Nationals got swept by the Miami Marlins, and had one of there most frustrating series of the season. It was a tough three-game set for the Nationals, and that’s … Continue reading →

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Bernie Williams: From Baseball to Music and Altruism

Posted on May 19, 2023 by Ben Belford-Peltzman

Baseball fans know the name of Bernie Williams, a multiple All-Star selection and World Series champ. Using his celebrity status as both a baseball player and musician, Williams is on a new mission: Raising awareness for Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) … Continue reading →

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Series preview: Nationals vs Marlins

Posted on May 16, 2023 by Ben Belford-Peltzman

Something happened in Minnesota because Washington has been on a tear since the Twins vs. Nationals series. The Nationals have won four of their last seven games, and they’ve been very competitive in 80.5 percent of all contests this season. … Continue reading →

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The Nationals have activated Corey Dickerson and optioned Jake Alu

Posted on May 15, 2023 by Ben Belford-Peltzman

The Washington Nationals have announced two roster moves ahead of their series finale with the New York Mets. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo announced that OF Corey Dickerson will be reinstated from the 10-day Inured … Continue reading →

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Series preview: Nationals vs. Mets

Posted on May 12, 2023 by Ben Belford-Peltzman

You must be a TalkNats Subscriber to access this content. Subscribers have access to exclusive content on the TalkNats website and can engage in discussions with other Nats fans. Click here to become a subscriber. First two weeks are free … Continue reading →

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Series preview: Nationals vs Giants

Posted on May 8, 2023 by Ben Belford-Peltzman

You must be a TalkNats Subscriber to access this content. Subscribers have access to exclusive content on the TalkNats website and can engage in discussions with other Nats fans. Click here to become a subscriber. First two weeks are free … Continue reading →

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Nationals place Victor Robles on IL, promote Jake Alu from Triple-A Rochester

Posted on May 7, 2023 by Ben Belford-Peltzman

Manager Dave Martinez announced after today’s game that the Washington Nationals have promoted INF Jake Alu from Triple-A Rochester and have placed OF Victor Robles on the 10-day IL with back soreness. Alu might have made the team out of … Continue reading →

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