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#Nats now 8-1 – best record in MLB: Post-game recap

Posted on April 15, 2016 by DonH

And the best start in franchise history. The Nationals literally destroy the Phillies 9-1. The game was basically over after the top half of the first inning. It was simultaneously a laugher and a brilliantly managed game by Dusty.

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Game #9 #Nats face the Phillies for 3 games for Jackie Robinson Day: Game Thread

Posted on April 15, 2016 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

The Nationals take on the Phillies and Jeremy Hellickson who is sporting a 1.54 ERA and a 1-0 record in 2 starts. The Nats will pitch Joe Ross who is coming off a very nice start himself. All players and … Continue reading →

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UPDATED: Bryce Harper 100th HR: History Made in Grand Style!!

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Andrew Lang

It’s official, Bryce Harper has joined the 100 Home Run Club becoming the 8th youngest to reach 100 HRs in MLB history in GRAND style. Bryce had never had a Grand Slam as part of his career 100 HRs which made … Continue reading →

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Game #8 Series finale with Braves: Game Thread

Posted on April 14, 2016 by DonH

The Washington Nationals wrap up their 4 game series at Nationals Park with the Atlanta Braves. Dusty Baker is waiting to see how Stephen Strasburg is feeling this morning as players arrive in order to fill in his line-up card. … Continue reading →

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Breaking: Stephen Strasburg scratched. Tanner Roark now starts Game #7 Game Thread #Nats

Posted on April 13, 2016 by DonH

We learn now that Tanner Roark will start instead of Stephen Strasburg against Matt Wisler.  Strasburg was officially scratched the Nationals are reporting due to illness. This shouldn’t change the Braves line-up as they were preparing for a right-handed pitcher. … Continue reading →

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#Nats go to 5-1 on the season! Bryce Harper goes clutch! Post-Game!

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

Gio Gonzalez pitched a shutout and the bullpen picked each other up and Felipe Rivero gets the Save as Blake Treinen was nails in the 8th inning to save a bases loaded 1 out situation to induce a 6-4-3 tailor-made … Continue reading →

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Game #6 Gio Gonzalez gets his 1st start of 2016—#Nats Game Thread

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

The weather forecast shows improvement for this evening that should allow the Nats to get this game in without rain, however it will be a chilly evening. Gio Gonzalez will get the start for the Washington Nationals and Jhoulys Chacin … Continue reading →

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Game #5 Braves in for 4 game set – #Nats Game Thread

Posted on April 11, 2016 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

The Washington Nationals are seeing improved weather today, and might even see some sunshine as temperatures are above 70°F now in Washington DC for the first time in a while. The Nats will host the Atlanta Braves for a four … Continue reading →

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Game #4 Postgame Discussion #Nats win 4-2 over Marlins and Improve to 3-1

Posted on April 10, 2016 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

Nats 4-2 win over the Marlins and Joe Ross goes 7 strong innings giving up only 1 run with a Blake Treinen 1-2-3 8th inning, and Jonathan Papelbon earned the save for his 3rd of the season. The Nats record … Continue reading →

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Game #4 vs. the Marlins. Harper going for HR history! Game Thread

Posted on April 10, 2016 by DonH

The weather has been the story for a while, and today Mother Nature will cooperate with chilly air but no rain or snow. If you count back 21 days into Spring Training and through yesterday, the Nats have played a … Continue reading →

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