Category Archives: CoachingStaff

First Game Win despite 4 crucial turnovers

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

Does that read like a football headline? It should, you rarely win with four turnovers, yet the Washington Nationals did despite some crucial mistakes. Photo by Marlene Koenig/TalkNats With this Opening Day win, that was the Washington Nationals’ first since … Continue reading →

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Who the heck is that guy? #Nats 2026 spring training field guide, part 3 (coaches)

Posted on February 13, 2026 by SaoMagnifico

This is the first time that TalkNats has published a separate part of this annual-ish guide for the coaching staff. But these are unusual times. The manager and all but one of his twelve coaches are entirely new to the … Continue reading →

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“In NO WAY are we set going into West Palm” — Paul Toboni

Posted on January 19, 2026 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

The Washington Nationals President of Baseball Operations, Paul Toboni, appeared on MLB Network Radio on Sunday. Much of what was discussed you have heard before from Toboni, then he was asked by @JimBowdenGM and @JimDuquetteGM if he is ready for … 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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Bill Gates: “Be Nice to Nerds. Chances are You’ll End up Working for One.”

Posted on December 20, 2025 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

When George McFly knocked-out Biff Tannen outside in the parking lot at the ‘Enchantment Under the Sea’ dance, it was a victory for those who have felt marginalized by the bully. In fictional film, you can create anything. A win … Continue reading →

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Truthful Answers to Three Questions

Posted on November 24, 2025 by DonH

Let us pretend we have a time machine and you could ask Paul Toboni, or anyone on his staff three questions. And you were guaranteed to receive a complete and truthful answer. What would you ask? And since this is … Continue reading →

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Blake Butera’s introductory presser as the Nats 8th full-time manager in their history

Posted on November 17, 2025 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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Simon Says! The Nats hire Simon Mathews as their Pitching Coach

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

The Washington Nationals officially named Simon Mathews the team’s pitching coach today, and the news was announced by manager Blake Butera. Mathews, just turned 30 in September and is part of the youth movement in the Nationals dugout and front office. He joins … Continue reading →

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Official: Blake Butera names Michael Johns as his bench coach

Posted on November 10, 2025 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

The Washington Nationals officially named Michael Johns as the team’s bench coach. This was announced by manager Blake Butera this afternoon. With this hire, Johns, 50, becomes the first coach officially added to Butera’s staff. The pair has known each other from working … Continue reading →

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Building a 2026 Nats’ bullpen for success

Posted on November 7, 2025 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

Whether you use statistics or visual observation, the Washington Nationals bullpen in the 2025 season stunk. They were putrid, rotten, and embarrassing at times. It was the worst in Nationals’ history — and that’s saying a lot given some horrific … Continue reading →

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