Author Archives: Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

Official: Nats chart new course on TV

Posted on January 14, 2026 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

It’s the end of an error era as the Washington Nationals have officially split away from MASN after 21 years as TalkNats reported through a source two weeks ago. The team will now join Major League Baseball’s in-house structure with … Continue reading →

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A Deep Look Down on the Farm!

Posted on January 12, 2026 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

This past week, Baseball America did a major overhaul to their prospect rankings. The Washington Nationals rankings now have a new look at the top of their farm rankings due to trade acquisitions and having the №1 draft pick in … Continue reading →

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Paxton Schultz added to the bullpen on a waiver claim

Posted on January 9, 2026 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

A month from today, Spring Training camp opens. The Washington Nationals haven’t traded MacKenzie Gore yet, and they did add Foster Griffin as a free agent acquisition. While you could say the the starting rotation and the lineup could be … Continue reading →

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Nats 2026 payroll is much clearer today

Posted on January 9, 2026 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

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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A change in hitting philosophy was long overdue!

Posted on January 8, 2026 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

Individualized player plans and then a macro approach to scoring runs A lot has changed over the years with analytics bringing on new tools of measurement such as launch angle, exit velo, and bat speed. All objective numbers to be … Continue reading →

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Per Matt Weyrich of the Baltimore Sun, “Orioles brass at the Economic Club in D.C.”

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

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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Wiemer, Serrano, Suarez, and Sinnarajah in Nats News & Notes

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

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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Roster Construction or Roster Constriction?

Posted on January 5, 2026 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

Does it feel like the squeeze is on with the Washington Nationals in their 2026 roster construction? A source told us that Paul Toboni would have an Opening Day payroll that would at least be slightly above last year’s spending … Continue reading →

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The New & Improved TalkNats Podcast

Posted on January 3, 2026 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

Some exciting news that Kevin Nibley and Bryan King are once again starring in the TalkNats Podcast. Their first two episodes are loaded now!

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Breaking: Source tells us that the Nats will be joining the MLB Media package for the 2026 baseball season!

Posted on January 2, 2026 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

They will look for cable and satellite distribution partners in the local DC market and expanded region for additional broadcasting options This is huge breaking and evolving news reported by TalkNats! Get ready for a new Washington Nationals experience on … Continue reading →

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