Category Archives: MikeRizzo

First pitch on Opening Day is hours away and tainted by a positive COVID test!

Posted on March 31, 2021 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

Welcome to Opening Day 2021! The celebration was somewhat muted after general manager Mike Rizzo addressed the media and informed them that one player tested positive for COVID-19 and four other players and one staff member will be held-out after … Continue reading →

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Looking at the #Nats 26-man roster  – The Sum Greater than the Parts. But, Nice Parts!

Posted on March 30, 2021 by Forensicane

With respect to the Washington Nationals final roster, I’m almost surprised with how un-surprising things have turned out. General Manager Mike Rizzo and manager Dave Martinez will formally post up their Opening Day roster shortly, and we should probably see … Continue reading →

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The Kieboom gamble did not payout as he is optioned to Triple-A

Posted on March 27, 2021 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

While Nationals Park is ready for the 5,000 fans who are allowed to attend on Opening Day, the Washington Nationals’ roster is not ready. It still feels like a work in progress. What general manager Mike Rizzo envisioned back in … Continue reading →

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The #Nats Opening Day starters and projected roster!

Posted on March 21, 2021 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

Was it ever a question as to who the Washington Nationals’ Opening Day starting pitcher would be? Officially, Max Scherzer was named after today’s game to his sixth Opening Day start by manager Dave Martinez. Joining him will be 25 … Continue reading →

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The #Nats bench has one spot up for grabs!

Posted on February 27, 2021 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

It looks like Josh Harrison could be the most valuable guy on the bench unless there is an acquisition that takes place. With a righty outfield bat needed to give Kyle Schwarber some days off, it looks like Josh Harrison … Continue reading →

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Tim Cate is the #Nats top lefty pitching prospect! What’s he all about and what did Mike Rizzo have to say!

Posted on February 1, 2021 by Andrew Lang

When general manager Mike Rizzo drafted Tim Cate in the 2nd round of the 2018 draft, the lefty immediately drew comparisons to Gio Gonzalez for their similar size and repertoire of fastball and curveball throwing southpaws. These days, Cate is … Continue reading →

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Mike Rizzo, Dave Martinez and Jim Hickey give the State of the Nats!

Posted on January 31, 2021 by Andrew Lang

The Washington Nationals aired their annual offseason “State of the Nats” report this year in a virtual presentation featuring Mike Rizzo, General Manager and President of Baseball Operations, Manager Dave Martinez, and Pitching Coach Jim Hickey. The opening had an … Continue reading →

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The Alex Avila acquisition leaves 1 or 2 spots left for the #Nats

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

With yesterday’s signing of Alex Avila as the backup catcher, the Washington Nationals have nearly put their final stamp on their offseason as camps for Spring Training open in less than three weeks. We will then transition into the pre-season … Continue reading →

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The Hot Stove boiled over yesterday!

Posted on January 27, 2021 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

Within hours, several free agents were reportedly signed yesterday including Cesar Hernandez, Tommy La Stella, Marcus Semien, Andrelton Simmons, Freddie Galvis, Wilson Ramos, and J.T. Realmuto. The available infielders and catchers inventory shifted dramatically in the wake of those signings. Almost … Continue reading →

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#Nats LineUp Options

Posted on January 25, 2021 by DonH

Now that Ryan Zimmerman is on board with the Washington Nationals, we can expect he will get a number of the starts at 1B when the opposing starter is a left-hander. It is time to evaluate alternative lineups. Steve: Sound … Continue reading →

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