Chasms that Need to Be Filled
It’s July 15th, which means that the Nats have 15 days to make trades. The deadline is at the end…
Mock Up, Detwiler Down
Perhaps lost a bit in the flood of the Acta firing, Jim Riggleman hiring (did you know he went to…
Nats Write a Letter to You, Forget to Apologize
The Nats sent out a letter to the fans today, post Acta firing. Here’s the letter in it’s entirety. I…
Acta Out, Time to Move On
The Nats finally made good on that rumor that came out weeks ago, they fired manager Manny Acta. It’s not…
Nats Fans, Meet CF Defense
So Nyjer Morgan for Lastings Milledge. Interesting, I mean, you’re trading a youngster who still has star potential for a…
Two Relievers Gone, When Are the Rest Leaving?
This week, the Nationals attempted to send two relievers down to the minor leagues – Kip Wells and Jesus Colome.…
Stammen, Bringing Back Dukes and Trades
Pitching performances like last night’s will hopefully happen more and more. Not that I am convinced that Craig Stammen is…
Weekend Wrap-Up and All Star Thoughts
Scott Olsen looked good for the second game in a row. Not great yet, but good enough to make me…
Dukes Sent Down, But for How Long
Elijah Dukes was sent down to the minors today, and it’s not like he didn’t deserve it. He’s only batting…
First Real 2009 Trade in the Books
I’m not sure I like this book so far. The Nats have traded perennial complainer and potential star Lastings Milledge…