In the final installment of this series, we remember the best moment of the 2011 season: September 28th, 2011, when the Washington Nationals won their 80th game for just the 2nd time in team history and finished 3rd in the NL East.
This moment was a long time coming for Nats fans after the team failed to break 70 wins in the previous 3 seasons. Throughout the season, the Nats showed glimmers of brilliance, including their stretches that earned them 17-10 records in both June and September. The 17th win in September stands out for a few more reasons than the 17th win in June, though, and here's why.
1. This was the final game of the season, and the team was able to end their successful year on a positive note. To most fans, that 80th win brought their team to a level that most couldn't imagine on Opening Day. It left me with the feeling that if the Nats had just a few more weeks of games, they could push for the playoffs, and they'd certainly be above .500, not a g...
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