LATEST STORIES FROM NATIONALS PRIDE

Stammen, Nats Bats Arrest Skid, Pound Crew 8-3

(by Mike Henderson) The Nationals came out strong, early, and often to defeat Milwaukee.
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Lannan Struggles; Nats Lose Again

(by Jim Kurtzke) Game recap: Nats come up short in slugfest against Brewers, 11-9. Is Lannan becoming a concern?
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Where to impress Stephen Strasburg: Three Outstanding New DC Restaurants

(by Jon Desenberg) Three Great New Places to impress Washington's Newest Baseball Sensation.
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

A day at the ballpark for peanut-allergic fans

(by Ian Koski) Fans with peanut allergies will get one more chance Sunday to attend a game at Nationals Park without fear of an allergic reaction thanks to a program designed by the club to create a safe environment for them to watch.
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Take Hondo Home

Picimg_washington_nationals_sign_0fc5
(by Mike Henderson) Frank Howard is honored at Nats Park on Saturday Night with a bobblehead to bookend the Adam Dunn bobble from a couple weeks ago.
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Video: Mark Lerner shags balls during batting practice

(by Ian Koski) A friend and I were surprised to see a guy who turned out to be Nationals owner Mark Lerner shagging balls in left-centerfield during batting practice Friday. There weren't a ton of hits in his direction, but he actually fielded most of those that did come his way...
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Nats Lose 4th Straight, 7-3

(by Jim Kurtzke) Game recap: Nats falls to Brewers, 7-3. Where have the bats gone?
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Stephen Strasburg meets Washington

Mlb_jun_21_717b
(by Ian Koski) Stephen Strasburg was introduced to the Washington media and Nats fans at an event at Nationals Park Friday. The first of several photos to come... Scott Boras, Stephen Strasburg, Ryan Zimmerman, Mike Rizzo, and Stan Kasten.
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

This Day in D.C. Baseball History

(by Mark Hornbaker) To settle a bet between two gentlemen, Washington Senators catcher Charles "Gabby" Street agreed to try to catch a baseball dropped from the Washington Monument, attempting to replicate the feat achieved by Chicago Colts catcher Pops Schriver on August 24, 1894.
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Listless Nats Fall to Rox, 4-1

(by Jim Kurtzke) Game recap: Nats lose, 4-1. Rockies complete sweep.
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Jordan Zimmerman's Elbow and the Future Rotation

Mlb_jun_19_db9b
(by Jeff Bergin) Yesterday, Jordan Zimmermann had Tommy John surgery, and according to players like Sean Burnett, JZ should come back stronger and ready to roll at about a year, barring any other setbacks. The reason that JZ's surgery and more importantly, his recovery is a big...
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Not the Finest Hour for the New Media (Or for the Old)

(by Mike Henderson) Mike Rizzo deserved better.
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Will the Nats Complete the Triple Play?

(by Mark Hornbaker) Now that Mike Rizzo is the permanent General Manager I think Rizzo should complete the triple play by naming Jim Riggleman as the Nats permanent Manager. I think Riggleman's numbers say it all. Since being named Interim Manager Riggleman has led the team to...
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Control-Free Bally Exits Early as Rox Fell Nats 5-4

Picimg_mlb_mar_04_c6c8
(by Mike Henderson) Collin Balester digs the Nats into an early hole out of which they were never quite able to climb.
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Wash Post: It's Rizzo After All

(by Jim Kurtzke) The latest twist in the GM saga: It's Rizzo.
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Notes From a Season Ticket Holder: Sign Me Up For Next Year

(by Jon Desenberg) A few good weeks make all the difference for a long suffering season ticket holder.
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

BREAKING: Nats Confirm Rizzo GM Appointment

(by Mike Henderson) Mike Rizzo is the man. Why the speculation otherwise, we wonder?
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Story Unfolding: Jerry DiPoto and the Nats GM Job

(by Jeff Bergin) As Jim broke the story this morning, there are rumblings that the Nats GM position will be finalized today with the position going to Arizona Scouting Director Jerry DiPoto.
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Three Solo Rox Shots Contribute to 4-3 Nats Loss

(by Mike Henderson) A trio of single-run blasts help Colorado to a 4-3 victory over the Nats.
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Rizzo Has Earned the Job

(by Jim Kurtzke) One big decision down, another to go. The Nats now need to hire a permanent GM. And Mike Rizzo is the man.
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Two Smart Decisions on Stephen Strasburg

(by Mike Henderson) Sign Stephen Strasburg up, and then ease him in gently: a conservative course of action that holds maximum chances for payoff.
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

A Good Day to be a Nats Fan

(by Mark Hornbaker) The signing of Stephen Strasburg will hopefully get the Washington Nationals one step closer to becoming a winning ball club. I believe with the addition of the 21 year-old pitcher from San Diego State the Nationals organization is on their way of becoming a winning franchise.
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Updated: Details of the Deal (4 Years, $15.1 Million)

(by Jeff Bergin) So you have heard about it all over the wire, Strasburg is a Nat. This is a good day for the franchise, for the kid, and for the fans. From 2009-2012, fans will be able to see this phenom pitch, and that is excellent for the fan base. Since this was the largest deal...
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

Details of the Deal (4 Years, $15.1 Million)

(by Jeff Bergin) So you have heard about it all over the wire, Strasburg is a Nat. This is a good day for the franchise, for the kid, and for the fans. From 2009-2012, fans will be able to see this phenom pitch, and that is excellent for the fan base. Since this was the largest deal...
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 

BREAKING: STRASBURG SIGNS, 4 YEARS, $15.1M

(by Jeff Bergin) The details are still fuzzy and we will post more when we hear, but the word is that the deal is worth $15.1M for four years. Still trying to determine what 4 years means, when the clock starts, and when Strasburg would become a free agent, but for right now, its good...
>> www.nationalspride.com/columni...
 
SITE INFORMATION
Nationals Pride
The Digital Capital of Nationals Nation - a place for fans of the Washington Nationals to get the latest news and opinion about the team.
Related Yards
Want more? Juice it up!
Today's Best Stuff
For Bloggers
Company Info
Help
What is Yardbarker?

Join the Yardbarker Network (YBN) for more promotion, traffic, and money.

Yardbarker is a sports site where everyone’s an insider! Sports fans, bloggers, and professional athletes all hang out in the Yard to read and discuss sports articles, view the latest sports photos and videos, and debate and interact with each other.