Category Archives: MikeRizzo

Mike Rizzo reveals the 90-win goal leading into Spring Training

Posted on February 1, 2019 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

In all of my years of writing about the Washington Nationals, there is no recollection of Mike Rizzo ever stating that having a 90-win team on paper going into Spring Training is a goal. In the past week, Mike Rizzo … Continue reading →

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Highlights and Quotes from the #Nats “Hot Stove” Event

Posted on January 30, 2019 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

The Washington Nationals “Hot Stove” event is held annually for full-season ticket holders which makes this an exclusive event. Typically the stage includes general manager Mike Rizzo, the team’s current manager (Dave Martinez), and the President of “Business Operation” (Vacant) … Continue reading →

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Mike Rizzo hosts the #Nats “Hot Stove” today! Questions, questions…

Posted on January 26, 2019 by Andrew Lang

The Mike Rizzo “Hot Stove” event for Washington Nationals season ticket holders with full season packages is a “must attend” date on the calendar. This is the event where Mike Rizzo speaks a little more freely because there is no … Continue reading →

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The 2019 NationalsProspects.com Watchlist

Posted on December 29, 2018 by Luke Erickson

Originally published on NationalsProspects.com I think the “WKRP to Cincinnati” trade is it for 2018, which means it’s safe to put the finishing touches on the Washington Nationals 2019 Watchlist. It feels like this was one of the most difficult … Continue reading →

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It’s back to work for Mike Rizzo and staff! #Nats

Posted on December 26, 2018 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

In England, it is still a holiday today. Boxing Day is being celebrated in London and for the fútbol teams, their general managers could have another day-off. That is not the case for Washington Nationals’ general manager Mike Rizzo, his … Continue reading →

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Can Mike Rizzo upgrade at second base? #Nats

Posted on December 23, 2018 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

When Howie Kendrick‘s season ended on May 19th in the 8th inning with an achilles tendon injury, it has led to much doubt that the player who turns 36 next season can recover to be effective on defense. Nationals general … Continue reading →

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When the Mets, Braves or Phillies have made a move, the #Nats have answered back!

Posted on December 22, 2018 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

The NL East’s top four teams have all been improving this off-season with signings that have ratcheted up the team WAR. When one punches, the other counter-punches. It got so hot this past week after the Mets signed former-Nats catcher … Continue reading →

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Mike Rizzo gets his #4 pitcher in Anibal Sanchez

Posted on December 20, 2018 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

After Tanner Roark was traded last week, the Nationals were in need of a fourth starter and today inked the right-handed Anibal Sanchez after he put up a fantastic year for the Braves. Prices firmed up for starting pitchers last … Continue reading →

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Is there any way for the #Nats to re-sign Bryce Harper and keep payroll under $206 million?

Posted on December 20, 2018 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

For those fans who are still wishing for the Washington Nationals to re-sign Bryce Harper, you must consider that money and desire are two driving forces that are not necessarily mutually exclusive for the Nationals. While the Nats are dealing … Continue reading →

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How many more moves does Mike Rizzo have to make?

Posted on December 17, 2018 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

One of the busiest people in Washington, D.C. is not a politician or a lobbyist although Mike Rizzo’s job entails a lot of skills that those on Capitol Hill need to be effective just like the general manager of the … Continue reading →

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