Author Archives: Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

Happy 23nd birthday CJ Abrams! His 2023 stats put him in a Club of 4!

Posted on October 3, 2023 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

A very happy birthday to CJ Abrams who is celebrating his 23rd birthday today. His 2023 season came to a close on Sunday, and as it turned out, his age-22 was very special. There were only two players who ever … Continue reading →

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The money is there for Mike Rizzo to spend!

Posted on October 2, 2023 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

After the Washington Nationals won 69-games in 2010, Ted Lerner greenlighted a nine-digit contract for Jayson Werth — the largest in franchise history at the time. After the Nats just won 71-games this season, you have to wonder if general … Continue reading →

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Game #162 The final game of 2023

Posted on October 1, 2023 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

The Washington Nationals knew they were not going to be a contender this year short of a miracle. With a 15-game win improvement over last year, there are reasons for optimism — even in a season where the Nats will … Continue reading →

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Game #161 The 70th win is in the books!

Posted on September 30, 2023 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

The Washington Nationals had just lost Stone Garrett to a broken leg at Yankee Stadium at the end of August. A blow to a team that was on a run. The team was just over a 76-win pace on August … Continue reading →

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Game #160 in baseball’s final weekend

Posted on September 29, 2023 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

The Washington Nationals and their fans are at the final weekend in this season. On one hand, you want this season to end and move forward to 2024 with the hopes of better times ahead. And then you are thrust … Continue reading →

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Davey Martinez is talking “Playoffs” and Rizzo/Lerner need to help him towards that!

Posted on September 28, 2023 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

Winning at the MLB level is about making the toughest decisions. “Best 25 26 goes North” is what they say as Spring Training camp breaks. Large guaranteed contracts generally get spots on the roster due to dollars instead of merit. … Continue reading →

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Game #159 Nats looking for their 70th win

Posted on September 27, 2023 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

The Washington Nationals have faced the Orioles three times this year and lost two Josiah Gray starts by identical scores of 1-0. That is difficult to do once in a season, but twice? Tonight is the fourth and final game … Continue reading →

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Josiah Gray finishes the season strong!

Posted on September 27, 2023 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

The weather last night in Maryland matched the mood after the passing of legend Brooks Robinson was announced. Josiah Gray had to face a Baltimore team that he almost beat in April when he held them to one-run and lost … Continue reading →

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Game #158 Josiah Gray’s final start of 2023

Posted on September 26, 2023 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

The Washington Nationals have a quick two-game series in Baltimore as part of their final five games of 2023. Josiah Gray, the team’s All-Star, gets the start tonight, his final start of 2023 — and Joan Adon on Sunday with … Continue reading →

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Final homestand thoughts on the Washington Nationals for the future

Posted on September 26, 2023 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

Last year, manager Dave Martinez and G.M. Mike Rizzo spoke at a function for season ticket holders called the Ballpark Bash. There was an open mic, and they got grilled as the team finished with a Washington Nationals’ worst 107 … Continue reading →

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