Category Archives: Roster

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 Nationals could have MLB’s best outfield

Posted on March 28, 2021 by Ryan Morris

Outfields are made up of a trio of players. AJ Pollock, Mookie Betts, and Cody Bellinger. Marcell Ozuna, Cristian Pache, and Ronald Acuna Jr. Those names may come to mind when prompted with the question, what team has the best … 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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What’s left to be decided at #Nats spring training camp?

Posted on March 26, 2021 by SaoMagnifico

There’s just three Grapefruit League games remaining on the Washington Nationals’ schedule before they head north. Opening Day is less than a week away. We’ve talked a lot about spring training stats, but we know that on Opening Day, everyone … 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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An introduction to the Rochester Red Wings

Posted on March 15, 2021 by Ryan Morris

An introduction to the Rochester Red Wings Ryan Morris Sunsets on Lake Ontario, Abbott’s frozen custard, and Rochester Red Wings baseball. That’s been my summer for as long as I can remember. Thus I was ecstatic to learn my hometown … Continue reading →

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The injury list grew today by adding Stephen Strasburg

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

If you read down the injury list for players on the Washington Nationals big league roster, Stephen Strasburg just got added to that list. In total, there are now seven players on the medical list from the 51-players on the … Continue reading →

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The complexion of the Nats bullpen changed today!

Posted on March 7, 2021 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

On February 22nd as news broke of Jeremy Jeffress signing a minor league deal, it appeared he would have the clearest path to the final spot in the Washington Nationals bullpen. In less than two weeks on the Spring Training … 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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A good deep bullpen will take some pressure off of the starting pitching! Depth of starters will help also!

Posted on February 24, 2021 by Stephen G. "Ghost" Mears

To have an eight-man bullpen that can eat innings as well as close-out games is a luxury in baseball. We have seen the years when Washington Nationals’ managers of the past have been reluctant to pull a starting pitcher because … Continue reading →

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