Category Archives: MikeRizzo

Analyzing the Prospect Haul from the Nationals’ Trade Deadline Moves

Posted on July 31, 2021 by Marc Goldstein

The Nationals made some of the most heart wrenching, devastating moves in recent history on Thursday evening. They sent both Trea Turner and Max Scherzer, franchise icons, to the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for multiple prospects. Later that night, … Continue reading →

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Nats are closing in on a blockbuster with the Dodgers! Rizzo still has other players to trade!

Posted on July 29, 2021 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

By this time tomorrow, we will know who the Nationals have after the dust settles on the 2021 trade deadline. With no waiver trades in August like prior years, this deadline is it. The rumor mills are swirling about Max … Continue reading →

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How this trade deadline and the prospects the #Nats receive in trade will shape rosters for years to come!

Posted on July 28, 2021 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

This is general manager Mike Rizzo’s time to shine for his Washington Nationals team. For the first time ever, he has a chance to “retool” and trade some key players like Max Scherzer, closer Brad Hand, and set-up man Daniel … Continue reading →

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Nats in Philly with Trade Deadline Looming

Posted on July 27, 2021 by Marc Goldstein

Following one of the most disappointing weekends in recent Nats history, the team traveled to the City of Brotherly Love for a four game set against the Phillies and got walked off last night with a 2-run lead in the … Continue reading →

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Nationals face Orioles in Battle of the Beltways

Posted on July 23, 2021 by Marc Goldstein

The Washington Nationals, fresh off a series victory over the Miami Marlins, look to continue their momentum in the Battle of the Beltways against the Orioles. In what can also be called the “Matchup for MASN”, the two rivals face … Continue reading →

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Mike Rizzo should try a different approach to this trade deadline!

Posted on July 22, 2021 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

The best general managers are usually the ones who have World Series rings, and the Washington Nationals man in charge of the baseball side of the ledger, Mike Rizzo, has a ring that has not lost its luster. It isn’t … Continue reading →

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2021 Picks 6-10: Can a Marginal Legacy be Reversed?

Posted on July 17, 2021 by Forensicane

At a stage in the draft when the most highly regarded talents go off the board, organizations like the Nationals are more challenged to find players who have the talent and character to build long careers from humble beginnings. But … Continue reading →

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Nats Open Second Half Against Padres in DC

Posted on July 16, 2021 by Marc Goldstein

As the calendar turns to the latter half of July, the Nationals are looking to catch some momentum before the Trade Deadline. The NL East is still cracked open because the Mets have not run away with the division, and … Continue reading →

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Two-week warning to the 2021 trade deadline!

Posted on July 14, 2021 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

While the Washington Nationals went from possible “buyers” on June 30th at 2.0 games from 1st place — to wait-and-see mode as of today — the team has two weeks to determine the future direction. Do they stay the course, sell … Continue reading →

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The 2021 Draft begins and the Nats had the 11th pick overall and they chose Brady House!

Posted on July 11, 2021 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

The Washington Nationals have not chosen this high in a draft since 2011 when they chose Anthony Rendon at № 6 overall. Today, general manager Mike Rizzo has the 11th pick overall and a chance to get a top prospect … Continue reading →

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