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The Washington Nationals today added outfielder Nyjer Morgan and left-handed pitcher Sean Burnett to their 25-man roster and optioned outfielder Elijah Dukes to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Morgan and Burnett were acquired on ...
The Washington Nationals today announced they have donated 2,400 tickets to military families and wounded veterans to the upcoming weekend series vs. the Atlanta Braves, July 3 through 5. While the Nationals distribute tickets to members of the military throughout the season, including 19 tickets per game in the Lexus ...
The Washington Nationals today acquired outfielder Nyjer Morgan and left-handed pitcher Sean Burnett from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for outfielder Lastings Milledge and right-handed pitcher Joel Hanrahan. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. The 28 year-old Morgan was batting .277 ...
Major League Baseball, PEOPLE and the Washington Nationals today announced Dr. John Glaspy as the Nationals "All-Star" of the "All-Stars Among Us" campaign, which recognizes individuals who are serving their communities in extraordinary ways. Out of the three "All-Star" finalists representing the Washington Nationals, Dr. Glaspy from Northridge, CA has ...
The Washington Nationals collected over 1,100 neckties during their first-ever tie drive on Thursday, June 25 during their game against the Boston Red Sox. The collected ties will benefit Career Gear, a non-profit organization that serves disadvantaged and underserved men in the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area. The Nationals partnership with ...
The Washington Nationals today, following their series finale at Oriole Park, optioned right-handed pitcher Shairon Martis to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League, and recalled from rehab and reinstated left-handed pitcher Scott Olsen from the 15-Day Disabled List. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo ...
The Washington Nationals today acquired infielder Mike Morse from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for outfielder Ryan Langerhans. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Morse, 27, will be assigned to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. A third-round selection of the ...
The Washington Nationals welcomed the ten millionth fan in franchise history to Nationals Park this evening when the team hosted the Boston Red Sox. Mr. Mark Strattner of Washington, DC, was designated as the ten millionth fan to attend a Nationals game in Washington since the franchise relocated in 2005. ...
The Washington Nationals express their deepest sympathies to those affected by yesterday's Metrorail tragedy on the Red Line. A moment of silence will take place before this evening's game vs. the Boston Red Sox in honor of the victims. Metro has advised all customers to plan for extra travel time ...
The Washington Nationals and Becky's Fund will host Domestic Violence Awareness Day at Nationals Park on Friday, July 3, when the team plays the Atlanta Braves at 6:35pm. Becky's Fund is a public charity dedicated to domestic violence awareness and prevention. The Nationals have joined the fight against this human ...
The Washington Nationals today returned from rehab and reinstated right-handed pitcher Kip Wells from the 15-Day Disabled List and optioned right-handed pitcher Jason Bergmann to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Wells missed the last ...
The Washington Nationals today signed Stanford University right-handed reliever Drew Storen, the 10th overall selection in the 2009 First-Year Player Draft. Storen was then assigned to Hagerstown of the Single-A South Atlantic League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcements. One of ...
The Washington Nationals today selected right-handed pitcher Stephen Strasburg (first round/first overall), right-handed pitcher Drew Storen (first round/10th overall), infielder Jeffrey Kobernus (second round/50th overall) and right-handed pitcher Trevor Holder (third round/81st overall) on the first day of Major League Baseball's First-Year Player Draft. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice ...
The Washington Nationals today selected Stanford University right-handed pitcher Drew Storen with the 10th overall selection in the 2009 First-Year Player Draft. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo and Nationals Director of Scouting Dana Brown made the joint announcement. One of college baseball's premier ...
The Washington Nationals today selected San Diego State University right-handed pitcher Stephen Strasburg with the first overall selection in the 2009 First-Year Player Draft. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo and Nationals Scouting Director Dana Brown made the joint announcement. Strasburg--who stands 6-foot-4, 220 ...
Tonight's Nationals-Giants game scheduled to begin at 7:05 p.m. at Nationals Park in Washington, DC, has been postponed due to rain. The game will be made up on Thursday, June 4, as part of a traditional 4:35 p.m. doubleheader. The Center Field gates to Nationals Park will open at 2:00 ...
The Washington Nationals today relieved Randy St. Claire of his duties and named Steve McCatty pitching coach. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. McCatty joins Manny Acta's staff after serving the first two months of the season as pitching coach with ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled from rehab and reinstated outfielder Elijah Dukes from the 15-Day Disabled List and placed right-handed pitcher Kip Wells on the 15-Day DL, retroactive to May 31, with a right adductor strain. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the ...
The Washington Nationals today selected right-handed pitcher Mike MacDougal from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League and optioned catcher Luke Montz to Harrisburg of the Double-A Eastern League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. MacDougal recorded two saves and a 3.24 ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled catcher Luke Montz from Harrisburg of the Double-A Eastern League and designated right-handed pitcher Daniel Cabrera for assignment. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. A solid defensive catcher with a strong throwing arm, Montz made his ...
The Washington Nationals today selected right-handed pitcher Craig Stammen from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League and optioned right-handed pitcher Garrett Mock to Syracuse. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Stammen is slated to make his big-league debut as the starter ...
Nationals and OriolesPlayersVisit Military Hospital Before Battle of the Beltways Begins The Washington Nationals will visit WalterReedArmyMedicalCenter on Friday, May 22, along with members of the Baltimore Orioles, before the start of the 2009 Battle of the Beltways series. This is the Nationals first visit to Walter Reed this season, ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled outfielder Justin Maxwell and right-handed pitcher Jason Bergmann from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League, placed outfielder Elijah Dukes on the 15-Day Disabled List -- retroactive to May 18 -- with a left hamstring strain and designated infielder Alex Cintron for assignment. Nationals Assistant General ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled left-handed pitcher Ross Detwiler from Harrisburg of the Double-A Eastern League and placed left-handed pitcher Scott Olsen on the 15-Day Disabled List, retroactive to May 17, with left shoulder tendinitis. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. ...
The Washington Nationals today selected right-handed pitcher Jesus Colome and recalled catcher Josh Bard from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League, placed catcher Jesus Flores on the 15-Day Disabled List (retroactive May 10) with a right shoulder contusion and designated right-handed pitcher Logan Kensing for assignment. Nationals Assistant General Manager ...
The Washington Nationals today announced gate times for Saturday's day-night doubleheader against the Philadelphia Phillies. The centerfield gates at Nationals Park will open at 10:30 a.m. (all gates open at 11:30 a.m.) in advance of the 1:05 p.m. contest. Preceding the 7:05 p.m. nightcap, the centerfield gates will open at ...
The Washington Nationals today announced that their postponed May 3 contest vs. the St. Louis Cardinals has been rescheduled as a 7:05 p.m. game at Nationals Park on Thursday, July 23. Season-ticket and mini-plan holders, whose ticket plans include tickets for the postponed May 3 contest, should retain their tickets ...
The Washington Nationals today selected the contract of left-handed pitcher Ron Villone from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League and designated left-handed pitcher Mike Hinckley for assignment. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Villone, 39, is 56-59 with 85 holds and ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled from rehab and reinstated left-handed pitcher Joe Beimel from the 15-Day Disabled List and optioned right-handed pitcher Saul Rivera to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Beimel missed the last ...
The Washington Nationals today signed right-handed pitcher Mike MacDougal to a non-guaranteed minor-league contract and assigned him to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. The 32 year-old MacDougal is 13-20 with 31 holds, 50 saves ...
The Washington Nationals today optioned right-handed pitcher Jason Bergmann to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Bergmann, 27, compiled a 3.60 ERA in three relief appearances with the Nationals, after he was recalled from Syracuse ...
The Washington Nationals today acquired right-handed pitcher Logan Kensing from the Florida Marlins in exchange for right-handed pitcher Kyle Gunderson. To make room on the roster, the Nationals transferred outfielder Roger Bernadina from the 15- to the 60-Day Disabled List. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations ...
The Washington Nationals today reinstated infielder Cristian Guzman from the 15-Day Disabled List and optioned infielder Alberto Gonzalez to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Guzman missed the last 12 games after being placed on ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled from rehab and reinstated infielder/outfielder Willie Harris from the 15-Day Disabled List and optioned outfielder Justin Maxwell to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Harris missed 12 games after being ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled right-handed pitcher Saul Rivera from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League and placed left-handed pitcher Joe Beimel on the 15-Day Disabled List with a left hip flexor strain. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Rivera, 31, ...
The Washington Nationals today signed third baseman Ryan Zimmerman to a long-term contract extension through the 2013 season. Nationals President Stan Kasten made the announcement. Zimmerman is a career .282 (508-for-1804) hitter with 128 doubles, nine triples, 60 home runs and 268 RBI in 456 big league games, all of ...
The Washington Nationals today selected right-handed pitchers Jordan Zimmermann and Kip Wells from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League and recalled right-handed pitchers Garrett Mock and Jason Bergmann from Syracuse. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcements. Zimmermann was named Washington's fifth ...
Following today's game, the Washington Nationals optioned right-handed pitcher Saul Rivera and catcher Josh Bard to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League and designated right-handed pitcher Steven Shell and left-handed pitcher Wil Ledezma for assignment. Tomorrow, the Nationals will select right-handed pitchers Jordan Zimmermann and Kip Wells from Syracuse and ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled outfielder Justin Maxwell from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. The 25-year-old had two home runs and four RBI in nine games with Syracuse. Including a 1-for-3 performance yesterday against ...
The Washington Nationals today placed outfielder Roger Bernadina on the 15-Day Disabled List with a fractured right ankle. Tomorrow, the Nationals will recall outfielder Justin Maxwell from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcements. Bernadina, 24, ...
The Washington Nationals today selected infielder Alex Cintron from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Cintron went 9-for-18 (.500) with one double and three RBI in five games with Syracuse. The 30-year-old hit .333 (13-for-39) ...
The Washington Nationals today placed shortstop on the 15-Day Disabled List, retroactive to April 14, with a left hamstring strain. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Guzman, 31, entered play today leading the National League in batting (.515), and he recorded ...
Tonight's Nationals-Phillies game scheduled to begin at 7:05 p.m. at Nationals Park in Washington, DC, has been postponed due to rain. The make-up date will be announced in the coming days. Right-handed pitcher Shairon Martis (0-1, 9.00) will start tomorrow's series finale for Washington, while Philadelphia will counter with ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled outfielder Roger Bernadina from Syracuse of the Triple-A International League and outrighted Leonard Davis to Harrisburg of the Double-A Eastern League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Bernadina, 24, appeared in five games with Syracuse, after ...
The Washington Nationals will host Autism Awareness Month at Nationals Park in April, the first of their 2009 Monthly Health Initiatives. The team will work with local organizations CSAAC (Community Services for Autistic Adults & Children), DC Autism Parents and Sports Plus to raise awareness and funds for this disease ...
The Washington Nationals today optioned outfielder Lastings Milledge to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled from rehab and reinstated infielder Anderson Hernandez from the Disabled List and placed infielder Willie Harris on the 15-Day Disabled List with a left oblique pull. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Hernandez began the season ...
The Washington Nationals today announced the Opening Day activities at NationalsPark when they host the World Champion Philadelphia Phillies on Monday, April 13 at 3:05pm. NationalsPark opens for its second season after numerous upgrades were made to enhance the fan experience. Nationals fans are encouraged to arrive early and explore ...
The Washington Nationals today re-assigned right-handed pitchers Jordan Zimmermann and Jesus Colome and infielder Alex Cintron to minor league camp and optioned right-handed pitchers Jason Bergmann and Garrett Mock to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. Additionally, the club selected the contracts of right-handed pitcher Julian Tavarez, left-handed pitcher Wil ...
The Washington Nationals announced that infielder Kory Casto and left-handed pitcher Mike O'Connor have cleared waivers and been outrighted to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. The club also placed right-handed pitcher Terrell Young on the 15-Day Disabled List, retroactive to March 27, with right shoulder inflammation. Nationals Assistant General ...
The Washington Nationals today unveiled a variety of improvements to Nationals Park. To enhance the fan experience at the ballpark, new concessionaire Levy Restaurants was introduced in February; major renovations were completed on the Red Porch Restaurant; significant changes were made to the Nats Family Fun Area in the Center ...
WHAT: The Washington Nationals will host a press conference on Saturday, April 4 at 4:45pm to announce their new 2009 DC Public High School Initiative. Nationals President Stan Kasten will announce this extraordinary program, set to launch immediately and benefit all DC Public High Schools. District Mayor Adrian M. Fenty ...
The Washington Nationals today placed second baseman Anderson Hernandez (left hamstring strain, retroactive to March 27) and first baseman Dmitri Young (hip and back strain, retroactive to April 1) on the 15-Day Disabled List. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Hernandez ...
The Washington Nationals will host the Baltimore Orioles in the only 2009 exhibition game at Nationals Park on Saturday, April 4 at 6:05pm. A tradition that began when the team returned to Washington in 2005, this will be the fifth exhibition game between the two foes in the District. The ...
The Washington Nationals today re-assigned right-handed pitcher Gary Glover to minor league camp and gave outfielder Wily Mo Pena his unconditional release, after he refused his assignment to the minor leagues. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcements. The Nationals currently have ...
The Washington Nationals today re-assigned right-handed pitcher Ryan Wagner to minor league camp. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. The Nationals currently have 36 active players in their big league camp. ...
The Washington Nationals today optioned right-handed pitcher Collin Balester to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League, placed left-handed pitcher Matt Chico on the 60-Day Disabled List, and selected the contract of first baseman Dmitri Young. The Nationals also re-assigned infielder Jose Castillo, outfielder Corey Patterson and catcher Javier Valentin to ...
The Washington Nationals and their partner Levy Restaurants today announced they will host a "soft opening" of their concession stands on Monday, March 30, Tuesday, March 31 and Wednesday, April 1. The three events will take place from 5:00pm - 7:00pm. With the assistance of the Capitol Riverfront BID (Business ...
The Washington Nationals and their partner Levy Restaurants today announced they will host a "soft opening" of their concession stands on Monday, March 30, Tuesday, March 31 and Wednesday, April 1. The three events will take place from 5:00pm - 7:00pm. With the assistance of the Capitol Riverfront BID (Business ...
The Washington Nationals and their partner Levy Restaurants today announced they will host a "soft opening" of their concession stands on Monday, March 30, Tuesday, March 31 and Wednesday, April 1. The three events will take place from 5:00pm - 7:00pm. With the assistance of the Capitol Riverfront BID (Business ...
The Washington Nationals and their partner Levy Restaurants today announced they will host a "soft opening" of their concession stands on Monday, March 30, Tuesday, March 31 and Wednesday, April 1. The three events will take place from 5:00pm - 7:00pm. With the assistance of the Capitol Riverfront BID (Business ...
WHAT: Washington Nationals Mascot "Screech" finishes up his 31 appearances in 31 days with six stops Wednesday through Monday, as Opening Day at Nationals Park approaches (Monday, April 13 at 3:05pm vs. Philadelphia. "Screech" will cheer the Nationals on from afar with an appearance at the National Pastime Sports Bar ...
The DC Creates Public Art program of the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (DCCAH) is thrilled to announce the dedication of two new public art works at Nationals Park. These exciting projects showcase public art to the approximately 2.5 million patrons attending baseball games at Nationals Park each ...
The Washington Nationals today agreed to terms with catcher Josh Bard on a non-guaranteed minor-league contract and Spring Training invitation. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. The 30-year-old is a veteran receiver with exceptional offensive skills. Over the last three seasons ...
The Washington Nationals today announced the dates for their community relations drives during the 2009 season. The team will host seven drives at Nationals Park this season, partnering with a variety of organizations that rely on the generosity of the public. The Nationals began their collections in their 2005 Inaugural ...
The Washington Nationals today re-assigned left-handed pitcher Gustavo Chacin, infielders Brad Eldred and Pete Orr, and outfielder Ryan Langerhans to minor league camp. The Nationals also optioned catcher Luke Montz and outfielder Roger Bernadina to Triple-A Syracuse. Nationals Vice President of Baseball Operations and Assistant General Manager Mike Rizzo made ...
The Washington Nationals today agreed to terms with left-handed pitcher Joe Beimel on a one-year contact. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Beimel, 31, went 5-1 with 12 holds and a 2.02 ERA (11 ER/49.0 IP) in 71 appearances last season ...
The Washington Nationals today announced they will receive the 2009 Whitney M. Young Jr. Community Service Award from the Greater Washington Urban League. A prestigious local award, the Whitney M. Young Jr. Award recognizes individuals and organizations that make outstanding contributions to the community and who have shown tough leadership ...
WHAT: Washington Nationals Mascot "Screech" continues his tour of the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area with five appearances this week. "Screech" will begin his flight with a visit to the Harris Teeter in Reston, VA where he will greet the evening shoppers at 6:00pm. On Tuesday evening "Screech" will mingle with ...
The Washington Nationals today announced the Spanish Beisbol Network (SBN) has partnered with ESPN Deportes Radio, WXTR 730AM to broadcast Nationals games in 2009. The only Spanish radio station in Washington, DC to provide round-the-clock coverage of sports news, information and live games, ESPN Deportes Radio will carry 124 Nationals ...
The Washington Nationals today re-assigned right-handed pitcher Josh Towers, catcher Gustavo Molina, infielders Freddie Bynum and Joel Guzman, and outfielder Jorge Padilla to minor league camp. The Nationals also optioned right-handed pitchers Tyler Clippard and Marco Estrada and outfielders Leonard Davis and Justin Maxwell to Triple-A Syracuse, and optioned right-handed ...
The Washington Nationals today agreed to terms with right-handed relief pitcher Julian Tavarez on a non-guaranteed minor-league contract and Spring Training invitation. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo made the announcement. avarez, 35, is 85-75 with 22 saves and a 4.45 ERA (677 ER/1369.1 ...
WHAT: The Avon Walk Expo, which brings together registered and interested walkers and participants, will take place at Nationals Park on Saturday, March 14 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Registered walkers will learn what it takes to complete the 26 to 39 mile journey, meet other walkers and past participants, attend ...
The Washington Nationals today announced their monthly health initiatives for the 2009 season at Nationals Park. Launched in 2005, this program allows the team to partner with local non-profit health organizations to raise awareness and funds for the many health issues that affect the local community. The team will highlight ...
The Washington Nationals today agreed to terms on a non-guaranteed minor-league contract with right-handed pitcher Kip Wells. Nationals Vice President of Baseball Operations and Assistant General Manager Mike Rizzo made this announcement. The 31-year-old Wells is 65-94 with a 4.67 ERA in 256 games (205 starts) spanning 10 big league ...
WHAT: Washington Nationals Mascot "Screech" continues his 31 appearances in 31 days with four events March 12 through 15. "Screech" will greet the lunchtime crowd at Hard Times Café in Clarendon on Thursday, March 12 at noon. On Saturday, "Screech" will fly south and attend the University of Virginia baseball ...
The Washington Nationals today re-assigned left-handed pitcher Justin Jones, right-handed pitchers Bobby Brownlie, Preston Larrison and J.D. Martin, catcher Javier Herrera, infielders Chris Marrero and Matt Whitney, and outfielder Destin Hood to minor league camp. The Nationals also optioned left-handed pitcher Mike O'Connor to Triple-A Syracuse and left-handed pitcher Ross ...
The Washington Nationals today announced they have partnered with the 2009 Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Washington, DC. As the Official Sports Team of the two-day trek (May 2 and 3), the Nationals will host the Avon Walk DC Expo at Nationals Park in March, provide a ticket fundraising opportunity ...
WHAT: The Washington Nationals will host their 2nd annual National Anthem auditions at Nationals Park on Saturday, March 7. The first 100 performers to register through e-mail at anthem@nationals.com will have the opportunity to prove why they should sing The Star-Spangled Banner before a 2009 Nationals home game. All applicants ...
On Saturday, February 28, many Elton John & Billy Joel fans experienced challenges in purchasing tickets to the historic inaugural concert due to technical issues with the online ticketing system. The system has since been corrected, and we are proud to announce that in recognition of the difficulties many fans ...
WHAT: Washington Nationals Mascot "Screech" will flaunt his new feathers at 31 appearances in 31 days around the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area. This week's stops include meet-and-greets at Modell's in Bethesda and the PNC Bank Brookland Branch and visits to Arlington's March Mania basketball tournament, Kids in the Kitchen, a ...
The Washington Nationals today unveiled a new look for their mascot "Screech". When the Nationals moved into RFK Stadium in 2005, they found a large egg in the stadium tunnel. The egg hatched on April 17, 2005 in front of a large crowd at that afternoon's game, revealing a large ...
STATEMENT FROM JIM BOWDEN I am today resigning my position as Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Washington Nationals. It is an emotional decision that saddens me, but one that I feel is in the best interests of two of the things I love most - baseball and ...
WHAT: The Washington Nationals will unveil a new look for "Screech" on Monday, March 2 at the ESPN Zone. Fans are invited to attend the unveiling from noon to 1:00pm at the Washington, DC restaurant. Narrated by Nationals in-game host Clint, the program will include a slideshow featuring "Screech" through ...
The "Rocket Man" Elton John and the "Piano Man" Billy Joel, two of the most popular performers ever to grace the stage in Washington, D.C. and the most successful and longest-running concert pairing in pop history, will return to the District of Columbia when the piano-playing dynamic duo perform live ...
The Washington Nationals today gave left-handed pitcher Odalis Perez his unconditional release. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made this announcement. ...
The Washington Nationals today agreed to terms on a 2009 contract with third baseman Ryan Zimmerman, thus avoiding salary arbitration. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. The 24-year-old is the Nationals' (2005-current) all-time leader in almost every offensive category, including home runs (58), runs ...
The Washington Nationals today agreed to terms on a 2009 contract with right-handed pitcher Jason Bergmann. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden and Vice President of Baseball Operations and Assistant General Manager Mike Rizzo made the joint announcement. Third baseman Ryan Zimmerman is the only player in ...
The Washington Nationals today agreed to terms on a 2009 contract with outfielder Lastings Milledge. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden and Vice President of Baseball Operations and Assistant General Manager Mike Rizzo made the joint announcement. Right-handed pitcher Jason Bergmann and third baseman Ryan Zimmerman are ...
The Washington Nationals today agreed to terms on a 2009 contract with second baseman Anderson Hernandez. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden and Vice President of Baseball Operations and Assistant General Manager Mike Rizzo made the joint announcement. Right-handed pitcher Jason Bergmann, outfielder Lastings Milledge and third ...
The Washington Nationals have agreed to terms on 2009 contracts with infielder Alberto Gonzalez and left-handed pitcher Mike O'Connor. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden and Vice President of Baseball Operations and Assistant General Manager Mike Rizzo made this joint announcement. Sixty-five of the 69 players invited ...
The Washington Nationals have agreed to terms on a 2009 contract with outfielder Josh Willingham, thus avoiding arbitration. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. The 30-year-old was acquired with left-handed pitcher Scott Olsen in a five-player trade with the Florida Marlins on November 11, ...
The Washington Nationals announced today a partnership with Levy Restaurants, the leader in premium sports and entertainment dining, for food and beverage operations at Nationals Park. Levy Restaurants will be introduced to fans during the team's April 4 exhibition game at the ballpark. Chicago-based Levy Restaurants is a James Beard ...
The Washington Nationals have agreed to terms on 2009 contracts with outfielders Roger Bernadina, Leonard Davis, Elijah Dukes and Justin Maxwell, infielders Kory Casto and Ian Desmond, catchers Jesus Flores, Luke Montz and Wil Nieves, left-handed pitchers Matt Chico, Ross Detwiler, Mike Hinckley and John Lannan, and right-handed pitchers Luis ...
The Washington Nationals today signed first baseman/outfielder Adam Dunn to a two-year contact. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. With Dunn--who stands 6-foot-6 and weighs 275 lbs.--the Nationals add a rare combination of imposing physical stature and offensive output. "With the multi-year signing of ...
WHAT: Today's press conference at Nationals Park announcing a major player addition will be carried live on MASN, so that all fans may meet the newest member of NatsTown as he is introduced to the media. WHO: Press Conference Participants Include: Mark Lerner, Nationals Principal Owner Stan Kasten, Nationals President ...
The Washington Nationals today introduced four mini-plans for the 2009 season at Nationals Park. Beginning today, fans may choose from a Sunday-only 13 game plan for the price of 12 games, a first-half or second-half nine-game plan for the price of eight, or a 12-game plan that covers the entire ...
The Washington Nationals have agreed to terms on a 2009 contract with left-handed pitcher Scott Olsen, thus avoiding arbitration. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. The 25-year-old was acquired with outfielder Josh WIllingham in a five-player trade with the Florida Marlins on November 11, ...
The Washington Nationals have agreed to terms on a non-guaranteed minor league 2009 contract with left-handed pitcher Odalis Perez. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. Perez made 30 starts and logged 159.2 innings in 2008 during his first season with Washington. Among Nationals' starters, ...
The Washington Nationals today announced their 2009 "NatsTown" marketing and advertising campaign, which unites all fans in everything Nationals - at the ballpark, in the community, and in their everyday lives. The innovative campaign, which will debut on television, on radio, and in newspaper and website advertisements, invites all fans ...
WHAT: The Washington Nationals will host auditions for the 2009 GEICO Racing Presidents at Nationals Park on Sunday, February 15. The team is looking for energetic individuals, between 5'7" and 6' 6" in height, with the ability to run from right field to home plate while wearing a 45-lb costume, ...
The Washington Nationals concluded their 12-stop Winter Caravan on Monday, January 27, after having met with thousands of fans during the 2009 off-season tour. Team members, front office staff, radio and television broadcasters, mascot "Screech" and the Racing Presidents were all on-hand to meet with fans during the five-day outing ...
WHAT: The Washington Nationals will wrap up their 2009 Winter Caravan with visits to Amidon-Bowen Elementary School and Children's National Medical Center, followed by an autograph session at the Washington Wizards game vs. Phoenix. Nationals players John Lannan, Justin Maxwell, Garrett Mock, Mike O'Connor, Steven Shell, Josh Willingham and Terrell ...
The Washington Nationals today introduced the Grand Slam E-Z Payment Plan for 2009 season ticket packages. Beginning on Friday, January 23, 2009, fans may renew or purchase season ticket plans (full, half or partial) and make monthly payments through over the next 6 months. Fans opting to purchase tickets through ...
WHAT: The Washington Nationals Winter Caravan will make three stops in Virginia on the third day of the 2009 tour. Nationals Manager Manny Acta and players Joel Hanrahan, Willie Harris, John Lannan, Garrett Mock, Mike O'Connor, Scott Olsen, Steven Shell, Terrell Young and Ryan Zimmerman will begin the day with ...
WHAT: The Washington Nationals will continue their tour of the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area with four stops on Friday, January 23, 2009. Manager Manny Acta, players Joel Hanrahan, Willie Harris, Steven Shell and Terrell Young will begin the day with a visit to the family who was the beneficiary of ...
The Washington Nationals today named their managers, coaches and trainers for the Vermont Lake Monsters of the short-season Single-A New York-Penn League and the Viera Nationals of the rookie-level Gulf Coast League for the 2009 season. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Player Development Bob Boone and Director ...
WHAT: The Washington Nationals begin their five-day tour of the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area with visits to Martinsburg, WV and Rockville, MD on Thursday, January 22, 2009. Manager Manny Acta, pitcher Joel Hanrahan and radio broadcaster Charlie Slowes will meet with fans and sign autographs at the Martinsburg Mall at ...
The Washington Nationals today announced the individual ticket prices for the 2009 season at Nationals Park. Individual ticket prices range from $5 - $325 ($5 tickets are available on the day of game only at the Nationals Park Box Office), and will be available beginning in early March. The organization ...
The Washington Nationals will begin their annual Spring Training in 30 days, when pitchers and catchers are scheduled to report to the club's spring headquarters in Viera, FL. This year's spring regiment will include 48 days based in Florida as well as two exhibition contests against the Beltway-rival Baltimore Orioles ...
The Washington Nationals today announced the full schedule for their 2009 Winter Caravan, as the team will make several stops in the D.C. Metropolitan Area, including visits to Martinsburg, WV, Annapolis and Rockville, MD and Charlottesville, Richmond and Woodbridge, VA. The Caravan will take place Thursday, January 22 through Monday, ...
Nationals Employees Volunteer to Assist with Home Refurbishment in Southeast Washington WHAT: The Washington Nationals Dream Foundation has partnered with Rebuilding Together of Washington, DC to refurbish the home of a family in Southeast Washington. Homeowner Angela B. is a single-mother of three afflicted with Multiple Sclerosis whose home ...
WHAT: The Washington Nationals Dream Foundation has partnered with Rebuilding Together of Washington, DC to refurbish the home of a family in Southeast Washington. Homeowner Angela B. is a single-mother of three afflicted with Multiple Sclerosis whose home will be repaired. Angela and her children have lived in their home ...
The Washington Nationals have signed infielder Jose Castillo, outfielder Corey Patterson, catcher Gustavo Molina, right-handed pitcher Jorge Sosa and left-handed pitcher Gustavo Chacin to minor league contracts. Nationals Director of Player Development Bobby Williams made the announcement. The 27-year-old Castillo appeared in 127 games last season with San Francisco and ...
The Washington Nationals today announced the schedule for their 2009 Winter Caravan, as the team will make several stops throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area, including visits to Annapolis, MD, Martinsburg, WV, and Richmond, VA. The Winter Caravan will take place Thursday, January 22 through Monday, January 26 and include ...
The Washington Nationals today announced the signing of 13 players who have agreed to minor league contracts. Nationals Director of Player Development Bobby Williams made the announcement. The following players have agreed to minor league contracts with invitations to big league camp in spring training: infielders Freddie Bynum, Brad Eldred, ...
The Washington Nationals today selected right-handed pitcher Terrell Young from the Cincinnati Reds in the Major League phase of the 2009 Rule 5 Draft. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. Young combined on an ERA of 2.88 (19 ER/59.1 IP) last season for Sarasota ...
The Washington Nationals today announced their 2009 Spring Training schedule, which is highlighted by a two-game barnstorming series against the Baltimore Orioles. The Nationals will host the Orioles for an exhibition contest on April 4 at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., after the two clubs play the day prior at ...
The Washington Nationals today named John Philbin as Strength and Conditioning Coach and Elizabeth Wheeler as Physical Therapist. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. In his position, Philbin will draw on 29 years of fitness experience, including eight (1992-2000) as a strength coach with ...
WHAT: The Washington Nationals, in partnership with ESPN Zone, will host the third annual holiday party for 150 members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington (BG&CGW), aged five through 12, on Saturday, December 6. Nationals pitcher John Lannan will distribute age-appropriate gifts to the children courtesy ...
The Washington Nationals today announced that manager Matt LeCroy, pitching coach Rich Gale, hitting coach Tony Tarasco, coach Ramon Aviles and head athletic trainer Jeff Allred will comprise the 2009 field staff for their Single-A South Atlantic League affiliate, the Hagerstown Suns. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of ...
The Washington Nationals today announced that manager Trent Jewett, pitching coach Paul Menhart, hitting coach Jerry Browne and head athletic trainer Atsushi Toriida will comprise the 2009 field staff for the Potomac Nationals, the reigning champions of the Single-A Carolina League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Player ...
Washington Nationals left-handed pitcher John Lannan today was named to the 50th Annual Topps Major League Rookie All-Star Team. Lannan was one of 10 players to earn the citation, which annually recognizes one rookie for each position on the field, as well as the top right-handed and left-handed pitchers. The ...
The Washington Nationals today announced that manager Tim Foli, pitching coach Steve McCatty, hitting coach Darnell Coles and head athletic trainer Mike Quinn will comprise the 2009 field staff for their Triple-A affiliate, the Syracuse Chiefs of the International League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Player Development ...
The Washington Nationals today acquired left-handed starting pitcher Scott Olsen and outfielder Josh Willingham from the Florida Marlins in exchange for second baseman Emilio Bonifacio, minor-league second baseman Jake Smolinski and minor-league right-handed pitcher P.J. Dean. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. The ...
The Washington Nationals today selected the contracts of 24 year-old outfielder Leonard Davis, 22 year-old right-handed pitcher Luis Atilano and 23 year-old shortstop Ian Desmond. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. The reigning Nationals Minor League Player of the Year, Davis earned the citation ...
WHAT: The Washington Nationals will unveil their new 2009 regular-season jerseys at the ESPN Zone on Thursday, November 6 at 12:00pm. Nationals Manager Manny Acta and outfielders Elijah Dukes and Lastings Milledge will take part in the event, moderated by radio broadcaster Charlie Slowes. Following the program, Acta, Dukes ...
First baseman Dmitri Young has been outrighted to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. The Nationals' 40-Man Roster now stands at 35. ...
The Washington Nationals today announced they have agreed to terms on professional contracts with three International prospects from the Dominican Republic: 16-year-old right-handed pitcher Pedro Encarnacion, 17-year-old infielder/outfielder Jairo Bernabel and 19-year-old outfielder Aridio Rodriguez. Nationals Director of Scouting Dana Brown made the announcement. "These signings are a testament to ...
The Washington Nationals today announced they have outrighted right-handed pitcher Chad Cordero, right-handed pitcher Ryan Wagner and infielder Pete Orr to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. All three players elected free agency. The Nationals also announced they have rejected a $5 million club option on outfielder Wily Mo Pena, ...
The Washington Nationals today promoted Ryan Thomas to Coordinator of Minor League Operations and Erick Dalton to Coordinator of Advanced Scouting and Video. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. Thomas, who joined the club prior to the 2006 season, has served the last two ...
WHAT: The Washington Nationals will unveil their new 2009 regular-season jerseys at the ESPN Zone on Thursday, November 6 at 12:00pm. Nationals Manager Manny Acta and outfielders Elijah Dukes and Lastings Milledge will take part in the event, moderated by radio broadcaster Charlie Slowes. Following the program, Acta, Dukes and ...
The Washington Nationals today promoted Brian Parker to Director of Baseball Operations and Adam Cromie to Assistant Director of Baseball Operations. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. Parker, who spent the last four years as Assistant Director of Scouting, boasts nine years of ...
The Washington Nationals today named Devon White as Special Assistant, Player Development and Pat Corrales as Special Consultant to the Senior Vice President and General Manager. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made these announcements. White, 45, spent last season as the Nationals' roving outfield coordinator, ...
The Washington Nationals today promoted Kris Kline to Assistant Director of Scouting/National Crosschecker. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden, Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo and Director of Scouting Dana Brown made the joint announcement. Kline sports 19 years of scouting ...
The Washington Nationals today named Dr. Wiemi Douoguih team Medical Director. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. "You could not find a better trained, capable sports doctor than Wiemi Douoguih," said Dr. James Andrews of Birmingham, AL. "Wiemi has always been devoted to ...
The Washington Nationals today announced that bench coach Jim Riggleman, first base coach Marquis Grissom, third base coach Pat Listach, hitting coach Rick Eckstein and bullpen coach Randy Knorr will join returning pitching coach Randy St. Claire on the club's 2009 coaching staff. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager ...
The Washington Nationals released their 2009 schedule, which includes 81 home dates, beginning with Washington's 76th home opener since 1901 on Monday, April 13 vs. NL East-rival Philadelphia and is highlighted by a three-game interleague visit from the Boston Red Sox and a four-game weekend series from the Chicago Cubs. ...
The Washington Nationals today announced that outfielder Ryan Langerhans and right-handed pitcher Lavale Speigner cleared waivers and were outrighted to Syracuse of the Triple-A International League. The Nationals also announced that left-handed pitcher Charlie Manning was claimed off waivers by the St. Louis Cardinals. Nationals Senior Vice President and General ...
The Washington Nationals today announced that Dr. Ben Shaffer, Nationals Medical Director and Team Orthopedist, has resigned his position as team doctor. "I appreciate the opportunity afforded me to provide care to the Nationals players and organization the last three years," said Dr. Shaffer. "From a time standpoint, this responsibility ...
The Washington Nationals today announced that they will not renew the contracts of bullpen coach Rick Aponte, bench coach Pat Corrales, hitting coach Lenny Harris, first base coach Jerry Morales, third-base coach Tim Tolman or strength and conditioning coordinator Kazuhiko Tomooka for the 2009 season. The club also announced that ...
During a pre-game ceremony on Wednesday, September 24, CareFirst will present the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington with a check for $25,000 as part of their CareFirst Commitment Program. CareFirst committed to donating $25 for each strikeout by a Nationals pitcher in 2008 with a minimum donation of ...
The Washington Nationals will host the Oktoberfest End-of-Season Party Presented by Hard Times Café and Budweiser American Ale on Thursday, September 25, prior to the final home game of the 2008 season. The party will take place on the Rooftop Party Deck, located on top of Nationals Park Garage B, ...
The Washington Nationals today named outfielder Leonard Davis as their Minor League Player of the Year and right-handed pitcher Jordan Zimmermann as their Minor League Pitcher of the Year. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden, Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Player Development Bob Boone and ...
The Washington Nationals today announced that they have signed a two-year Player Development Contract with the Syracuse Chiefs of the Triple-A International League. Nationals President Stan Kasten, Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden, Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President/Player Development Bob Boone and Director of Player ...
Washington Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden and Assistant General Manager & Vice President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo will participate in a question and answer session at the ESPN Zone on Friday, September 19 from noon - 1:00pm. Nationals radio play-by-play announcer Charlie Slowes will moderate ...
The Nationals today announced they have signed two-year extensions to their player development contracts with the Hagerstown Suns of the Single-A South Atlantic League and the Vermont Lake Monsters of the short-season Single-A New York-Penn League. Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President/Player Development Bob Boone and Director of ...
The Washington Nationals have partnered with the Washington Humane Society to host the first annual Adopt-A-Pet at the Park Event on Friday, September 20 when the team faces the San Diego Padres at 7:35pm. Volunteers from the Humane Society will be outside the Center Field Gate with several dogs and ...
The Washington Nationals and LoveThatClicks.com will host Singles Night at Nationals Park on Friday, September 19 and Saturday, September 20 when the team faces the San Diego Padres. Fans may purchase a $25 Scoreboard Pavilion seat (Sections 240 through 243) including one complimentary drink (soda, water or beer), normally ...
The Washington Nationals and their partner The UPS Store ® have donated a new reading corner to Garrison Elementary School in Northwest Washington. DCPS Chancellor Michelle Rhee, Nationals outfielder Ryan Langerhans and Nationals First Lady Shari Langerhans, and Mariana Huberman, owner of a local The UPS Store, will take ...
impACTA Kids Foundation, the charitable foundation of Nationals Manager Manny Acta, will present two outstanding District of Columbia Public School seniors each with a $2,500 scholarship to be used towards higher education. The recipients will be recognized during a pre-game ceremony when the Nationals face the New York Mets on ...
WHAT: Question and Answer Session and Autograph Signing Guests will have the opportunity to win tickets to an upcoming Nationals game WHO: Washington Nationals Pitcher Jason Bergmann Washington Nationals radio play-by-play announcer Charlie Slowes will moderate the Q&A WHEN: Wednesday, September 18, 2008 Noon - 1:00 p.m. WHERE: ESPN Zone ...
The Washington Nationals today announced they will distribute more than 130,000 promotional items, as part of Fan Appreciation Week, during their final 10 games at Nationals Park in 2008. The team will begin their last homestand on Monday, September 15 with a four-game series against the New York Mets. The ...
The Potomac Nationals captured the Single-A Carolina League Championship tonight with an 8-2 triumph over the Myrtle Beach Pelicans (ATL) in game four of the best-of-five series for the Mills Cup. The Carolina League crown is the first title for a full-season Nationals' affiliate since baseball returned to the nation's ...
Opening Night of Verdi's La Traviata opera from the Kennedy Center will be shown on the Nationals Park scoreboard on Saturday, September 13 at 7:11pm. Guests may enter the park free of charge through the Center Field Gate, which will open at 5:30pm. Guests may bring blankets and chairs to ...
Collin Balester, due to a mild left glut strain, will not start on Friday at ATL as originally scheduled. Instead, Balester's next start will be pushed back until Tue., Sept. 9 at NYM. RHP Shairon Martis will step in and make a start, but he will debut on Thursday in ...
The Washington Nationals today announced the 2009 prices for season tickets at Nationals Park. The team will continue to provide affordable, fan-friendly entertainment at Nationals Park by decreasing season ticket prices for 7,500 seats at the ballpark - 3,400 of which are located in the lower seating bowl. The team ...
An MRI taken this morning on catcher Jesus Flores confirmed a left ankle sprain. Flores is expected to return to play this season. ...
Washington Nationals fans choosing to park for free at RFK Stadium and take the Nats Express to Nationals Park may park in Lot 7 on Wednesday, September 3. Due to a D.C. United game, RFK Stadium Lot 8 will not be available to Nationals fans. Lot 7 may be accessed ...
Cristian Guzman was named NL Co-Player of the Week in the last 20 minutes. He shares the award with CIN's Bronson Arroyo. The MLB release is attached above. *Guzman becomes the third Washington National to share the weekly citation, joining 1B Nick Johnson (June 6, 2005, shared with STL's Albert ...
Joel Hanrahan today was named the Washington Nationals recipient of the 2008 Roberto Clemente Award presented by Chevy. He is one of 30 Major League Club nominees for the national 2008 Roberto Clemente Award, which is given annually to the Major League Baseball player who combines outstanding skills on the ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled, not to report, right-handed pitcher Tyler Clippard, left-handed pitcher Mike O'Connor and right-handed pitcher Ryan Wagner from Columbus of the Triple-A International League. The Nationals also recalled outfielder Justin Maxwell from Harrisburg of the Double-A Eastern League. Maxwell was then immediately placed on the 60-Day ...
Following tonight's game, the Washington Nationals selected catcher Luke Montz from Triple-A Columbus. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. Montz batted .271 with 22 doubles, one triple, 16 home runs and 71 RBI in 111 games this season for Columbus and Double-A Harrisburg. He ...
The Baltimore Ravens have waived the following player (injury settlement): David Pittman (CB, 5-11, 185, 3rd-year, Northwestern State) Baltimore has also signed the following players to its practice squad: Nate Lawrie (TE, 6-6, 255, 4th-year, Yale) - Bio is on page 78 of the Cincinnati Bengals' media guide. Marcus Mason ...
The Washington Nationals tomorrow are expected to recall outfielder Roger Bernadina and first baseman/outfielder Kory Casto from Columbus of the Triple-A International League, and recall from rehab and reinstate shortstop Alberto Gonzalez from the 15-Day Disabled List. The Nationals are also expected to select the contracts of left-handed pitcher Mike ...
The Washington Nationals will host Autism Awareness Day when the team faces the Atlanta Braves on Sunday, August 31 at 1:35pm. Autism is a complex neurobiological disorder that typically lasts throughout a person's lifetime. One in every 150 individuals is diagnosed with autism, which impairs a person's ability to communicate ...
The Washington Nationals will honor Roberto Clemente and announce their nominee for the 2008 Roberto Clemente Award presented by Chevrolet, on Wednesday, September 3, when they face the Philadelphia Phillies at 7:10pm. The pre-game ceremony will begin with a video tribute to Roberto Clemente with commentary from Nationals players and ...
The Washington Nationals' affiliate in the Gulf Coast League today earned a position in the league's championship series with a 10-5 win over the GCL Twins in the single-elimination semifinals round. The GCL Nationals will be matched against the GCL Phillies in the best-of-three championship series, which will begin tomorrow ...
RHP Shawn Hill is suffering from swelling in his right elbow. With this setback in mind, Hill will not pitch for the Nationals this season. On Friday, Hill will be examined by Dr. James Andrews in Pensacola, FL. ...
Washington Nationals 18 year-old shortstop Esmailyn Gonzalez today won the Rookie-level Gulf Coast League batting title. Gonzalez went 2-for-2 with a double and two RBI this afternoon at GCL Marlins to complete his second domestic season with a .350 batting average. Gonzalez signed with the Nationals as a non-drafted free ...
Following tonight's game, the Washington Nationals recalled from rehab and reinstated outfielder Elijah Dukes from the 15-Day Disabled List. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made this announcement. Dukes missed the last 19 games with a right calf strain. He went 1-for-11 with a solo home run ...
The Washington Nationals Gulf Coast League affiliate captured the GCL East Division title today with a 2-0 win over the GCL Mets, and improved its record to 32-21 (.604). The triumph was the third consecutive shutout victory by the Nationals. The GCL Nationals are the third Washington affiliate this season ...
The Washington Nationals today placed right fielder Austin Kearns on the 15-Day Disabled List, retroactive to August 25, with a stress fracture of his left foot. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made this announcement. Kearns is expected to miss two-to-four weeks with the injury which was ...
The Washington Nationals will host Kids Day at Nationals Park on Sunday, August 31 when they face the Atlanta Braves at 1:35pm. The team will offer $1 tickets for children under the age of 12 with the purchase of any adult ticket valued at $33 or more. These tickets are ...
Washington Nationals Manager Manny Acta will deliver meals to selected Food & Friends clients on Wednesday, August 27 at 11:30am. Manny will assist with preparation of the meals at the Food & Friends headquarters prior to their delivery to a nearby neighborhood. The organization prepares and delivers meals to local ...
The Washington Nationals Dream Foundation will sell raffle tickets for its "Jerseys Off Their Backs" fundraiser during the final two homestands of the 2008 season, beginning Tuesday, August 26 through Wednesday, September 3 and from Monday, September 15 through Sunday, September 21. Fans may purchase tickets for $5 for the ...
The Washington Nationals today acquired shortstop Anderson Hernandez from the New York Mets, completing Sunday's trade that sent right-handed reliever Luis Ayala to the Mets in exchange for a player to be named later. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. The switch-hitting Hernandez--once ranked ...
The Orioles announced Wednesday afternoon that they have selected the contract of RHP KAM MICKOLIO (pronounced Mick-uh-LIE-oh) from Triple-A Norfolk. To make room for Mickolio on the 40-man roster, the Orioles have transferred RHP MATT ALBERS (right shoulder inflammation) from the 15-day to the 60-day disabled list. Mickolio, 24, posted ...
Following tonight's series opener at Philadelphia's Citizens Bank Park, the Washington Nationals optioned infielder Kory Casto to Columbus of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. Casto, 26, hit .193 (22-for-114) with seven doubles, one homer, 10 RBI and 16 walks ...
The Washington Nationals today selected right-handed pitcher Marco Estrada from Triple-A Columbus. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made this announcement. Estrada went 1-2 with a 0.74 ERA in his last four starts at Triple-A, recording 20 strikeouts and issuing only four walks during that span. Overall ...
The Washington Nationals, in partnership with WTTG-TV FOX 5, WDCA-TV My20 and the American Red Cross, collected 167 pints of blood during their Save-A-Life Saturday Blood Drive at Nationals Park. The blood drive took place on Saturday, August 16 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, prior to the Nationals home ...
The Washington Nationals announced tonight they have agreed to terms with outfielders Marcus Jones and J.P. Ramirez, their 11th-round and 15th-round selections in this year's First-Year Player Draft. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden, Vice President of Baseball Operations and Assistant General Manager Mike Rizzo, and Director ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled infielder Aaron Boone from his rehab assignment with Triple-A Columbus and reinstated him from the 15-Day Disabled List, and placed shortstop Alberto Gonzalez on the 15-Day DL (retroactive to August 5) with a left hamstring strain. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden ...
The Washington Nationals, WTTG-TV FOX 5 and WDCA-TV My20 are teaming up with the American Red Cross for the Fourth Annual "Save-A-Life Saturday" on August 16th beginning at 8:00am - 2:00pm at Nationals Park Conference Center. All participants will receive two tickets to a Washington Nationals home game in September, ...
Join Washington Nationals Pitcher John Lannan at the ESPN Zone at 555 12th Street, NW for a Question and Answer Session and Autograph Signing on Wednesday, August 13th from noon - 1:00 p.m. Guests will have the opportunity to win tickets to an upcoming Nationals game. Washington Nationals radio play-by-play ...
The Washington Nationals will host Celiac Awareness Night when the team takes on the Colorado Rockies on Saturday, August 16 at 7:10pm. Celiac disease is an autoimmune digestive disorder that damages the villi of the small intestine and interferes with the absorption of nutrients from food. This is triggered by ...
Washington Nationals fans choosing to park for free at RFK Stadium and take the Nats Express to Nationals Park may park in Lot 7 on Tuesday, August 12 and Thursday, August 14, 2008. Due to D.C. United games, RFK Stadium Lot 8 will not be available to Nationals fans. Lot ...
The Washington Nationals agreed to terms with catcher Adrian Nieto, the club's fifth-round selection in this year's First-Year Player Draft. He is slated to report to the Nationals' Gulf Coast League affiliate on Tuesday. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden, Vice President of Baseball Operations and Assistant ...
The Washington Nationals today announced they have distributed over 10,000 tickets to community and civic groups in the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area for games at Nationals Park from August 1 through August 30. The ticket distribution is a part of the 2008 Commissioner's Initiative for Kids Program, developed in 2004 ...
The Washington Nationals today placed outfielder Elijah Dukes on the 15-Day Disabled List, retroactive to August 3, with a right calf strain and recalled right-handed pitcher Garrett Mock from Columbus of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. Mock returns for ...
Following tonight's series finale, the Washington Nationals added two players to their 25-man roster by recalling from rehab and reinstating outfielder Elijah Dukes from the 15-Day Disabled List and adding newly acquired shortstop Alberto Gonzalez, who was acquired in a trade with the New York Yankees earlier in the day ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled second baseman Emilio Bonifacio from Triple-A Columbus and optioned right-handed pitcher Garrett Mock to Columbus. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made this announcement. Bonifacio, who was acquired from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for right-handed pitcher Jon Rauch on July 22, ...
The Washington Nationals and The UPS Store® have partnered for the Nationals First Ladies Second Annual Back-to-School Drive on Saturday, August 2 and Sunday, August 3, when the team faces the Cincinnati Reds. The First Ladies - Nationals players' wives and girlfriends - and volunteers from The UPS Store® and ...
The precautionary MRI performed this morning on SS Cristian Guzman's left thumb returned negative and confirmed the original diagnosis of a soft-tissue contusion at the base of the thumb. He is considered day-to-day. ...
The precautionary MRI performed this morning on SS Cristian Guzman's left thumb returned negative and confirmed the original diagnosis of a soft-tissue contusion at the base of the thumb. He is considered day-to-day. ...
WHAT: The Washington Nationals will host Gospel Music Fest, a postgame concert following the Nationals contest vs. the Cincinnati Reds at 1:35pm on Sunday, August 3. The family-oriented music festival will showcase song selections and performances by soloist Chelsea Fobbs, and gospel choirs from Community of Hope A.M.E. Church, Ebenezer ...
The Washington Nationals and MASN have partnered for a Panda Webkinz giveaway on Sunday, August 3 with a portion of the proceeds from ticket sales in select sections benefitting the Smithsonian's National Zoo. The first 10,000 children under age 12 to enter the park when the team takes on the ...
Following today's game, the Washington Nationals recalled outfielder Lastings Milledge from his rehab assignment with Triple-A Columbus and reinstated him from the 15-Day Disabled List. Catcher Johnny Estrada was designated for assignment. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made this announcement. Milledge has missed the last 20 ...
The Washington Nationals today announced additional ticket packages and promotions for the remainder of the 2008 season at Nationals Park. As part of the new "Nats Weekender" package, fans who purchase tickets for five (5) of the 12 remaining weekend games will receive a complimentary PNC Diamond Club ticket* for ...
Earlier today, Nationals outfielder Wily Mo Pena had successful surgery performed on his left shoulder by Dr. Timothy Kremchek in Cincinnati, OH. Dr. Kremchek repaired a significant partial tear of his rotator cuff, as well as a tear and fraying of his posterior labrum. Pena will be placed in a ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled third baseman Ryan Zimmerman from his rehab assignment with Triple-A Columbus and reinstated him from the 15-Day Disabled List. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made this announcement. Zimmerman, 23, batted .278 with 11 doubles, eight home runs and 27 RBI in ...
The Washington Nationals today acquired second baseman Emilio Bonifacio from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for right-handed pitcher Jon Rauch. Bonifacio was optioned to Triple-A Columbus of the International League. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. The switch-hitting Bonifacio entered the 2008 season rated ...
The Washington Nationals today agreed to terms with shortstop Cristian Guzman on a two-year contract extension through the 2010 season. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made this announcement. Guzman has led the Nationals' offense this season, batting .310 with 56 runs scored, 26 doubles, three triples, ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled right-handed pitcher Garrett Mock from Triple-A Columbus and optioned second baseman Emilio Bonifacio to Columbus. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made this announcement. Mock, 25, went 2-1 with a 2.52 ERA in four starts during July with Columbus, improving his season ...
Major League Baseball named Willie Harris as its National League Player of the Week for the period ending July 20. Last week, the 30 year-old Harris batted .583 (7-for-12) with a double, triple, homer, NL-best 7 RBI, one stolen base, 5 runs scored, 4 walks, a .688 on-base percentage and ...
Following tonight's game, the Washington Nationals placed first baseman Dmitri Young on the 15-Day Disabled List (retroactive to July 12) while he attempts to stabilize his diabetes. The team is expected to recall third baseman Ryan Zimmerman from his rehab assignment with Triple-A Columbus and reinstate him from the Disabled ...
The Baltimore Ravens signed 2008 fourth-round draft choice WR Marcus Smith to a three-year contract Friday afternoon, general manager Ozzie Newsome announced. "Marcus Smith is an inside guy, primarily a slot receiver," Ravens director of college scouting Eric DeCosta stated last April. "He's got good size. He's a tough guy, ...
The Washington Nationals today placed outfielder Wily Mo Pena on the 15-Day Disabled List (left shoulder) and recalled from rehab and reinstated catcher Johnny Estrada from the 15-Day Disabled List. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. Estrada went 16-for-57 (.281) with a double, ...
The Washington Nationals, in partnership with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves Toys for Tots Foundation, collected over 2,000 toys and $19,000 at Nationals Park during their weekend series against the Houston Astros, Friday, July 11 through Sunday, July 13. This was the third time that the ballclub has partnered with ...
The Washington Nationals today agreed to terms with outfielder Destin Hood, the club's second-round selection in this year's First-Year Player Draft. Hood will be assigned to the Nationals' Gulf Coast League affiliate in Viera, FL. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden, Vice President of Baseball Operations and ...
The Washington Nationals and pitcher Joel Hanrahan, a native of Norwalk, Iowa, raised over $11,000 through fan donations at Nationals Park and through an online auction at nationals.com, to benefit the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. The fund enables the Red Cross to provide immediate assistance to the victims ...
Wily Mo Pena, after having a Gad MRI earlier today and an examination of his left shoulder with Nationals orthopedist Dr. Ben Shaffer, has a small tear and impingement in his left rotator cuff, as well as, fraying of the labrum in his left shoulder. Surgery should take place ...
The Washington Nationals will host a youth baseball clinic, fourth in its series this season, on Saturday, July 12. The team will welcome 120 children from the Latin American Youth Center, Capitol City Little League and the Junior Nationals for the clinic presented by Smithfield. The children will take ...
The Washington Nationals today selected outfielder Ryan Langerhans from Triple-A Columbus, and optioned outfielder Roger Bernadina to Columbus. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made this announcement. Langerhans, 28, rejoins the Nationals after batting .319 (22-for-69) with six doubles, two triples, seven RBI and five stolen bases ...
Washington Nationals fans choosing to park for free at RFK Stadium and take the Nats Express to Nationals Park may park in Lot 7 on Saturday, July 12, 2008. Due to the D.C. United game, RFK Stadium Lot 8 will not be available to Nationals fans. Lot 7 may be ...
Demonstrating the power of technology to do good, the Washington Nationals and MLB.com, the official website of Major League Baseball, are debuting the use of mobile giving on July 13 to benefit the creation of a Diabetes Care Complex for Children's National Medical Center. During an afternoon game against the ...
The Washington Nationals, in conjunction with Tickets.com, will host Ticket Technology Days during the Nationals games on Friday, July 11th at 7:35 p.m. and Saturday, July 12th at 7:10 p.m. against the Houston Astros. The event will showcase Added Value tickets, Mobile Phone tickets, and other current ticketing technology available ...
The Washington Nationals will host Hispanic Heritage Night on Saturday, July 12 when they host the Houston Astros at 7:10pm. The organization will recognize Hispanic culture and honor Hispanic players' contributions to the game of baseball. The Nationals have 10 Hispanic players on their Major League roster, as well as ...
The Washington Nationals today placed infielder Aaron Boone on the 15-Day Disabled List (retroactive to July 7) with a left calf strain and recalled infielder Pete Orr from Triple-A Columbus. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. Orr batted .275 (78-for-284) with 16 doubles, two ...
The Washington Nationals continue their season-long community relations efforts with appearances throughout the week. Nationals pitcher Steven Shell will visit Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library on Thursday, July 10 as part of the Nationals 2008 Summer Reading Program. Shell will participate in a reading circle and pose for ...
The Washington Nationals and the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves will partner with the Toys for Tots foundation to collect new, unwrapped toys during their weekend series against the Houston Astros. Volunteers from the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves will be stationed outside of all Nationals Park gates beginning two and a ...
The Washington Nationals today placed outfielder Elijah Dukes on the 15-day Disabled List (retroactive to July 6) with a meniscus tear and partial tear of the patellar tendon in his right knee, and recalled outfielder Kory Casto from Triple-A Columbus. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made ...
The Washington Nationals will host the a youth softball clinic on Tuesday, July 8 with the Washington Glory, the DC Area's Pro-FastPitch Softball team, and the Department of Parks & Recreation. Girls from Capitol City Little League, Riggs LaSalle Recreation Center, King Greenleaf Recreation Center and Fort Davis Recreation Center, ...
Earlier today, Washington Nationals shortstop Cristian Guzman was selected to the National League All-Star Team by Colorado Rockies manager Clint Hurdle, who will skipper the National League in the 79th All-Star Game, to be played on Tuesday, July 15 as part of the final season at Yankee Stadium in The ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled from rehab and reinstated right fielder Austin Kearns from the 15-Day Disabled List, and optioned infielder/outfielder Kory Casto to Columbus of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. The 28 year-old Kearns hit .412 (7-for-17) with ...
The Washington Nationals today promoted seven of their top minor-league prospects within their system: catcher Luke Montz (promoted to Columbus of the Triple-A International League), infielder Ofilio Castro (Columbus), first baseman Bill Rhinehart (Harrisburg of the Double-A Eastern League), third baseman Leonard Davis (Harrisburg), outfielder Edgardo Baez (Harrisburg), outfielder Aaron ...
Following tonight's series opener at Dolphin Stadium, the Washington Nationals optioned infielder Pete Orr to Columbus of the Triple-A International League and selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Collin Balester from Columbus. Balester will start tomorrow night at Florida. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the ...
The Washington Nationals today announced they have agreed to terms with two players selected in the 2008 First-Year Player Draft, right fielder J.R. Higley (ninth round) and right-handed pitcher Christopher Kelley (24th round). To date, they have now agreed to terms with 23 players from this year's Draft. Nationals Senior ...
The Washington Nationals tonight placed center fielder Lastings Milledge on the 15-Day Disabled List with a right groin injury and recalled outfielder Rogeravin (Roger) Bernadina from Harrisburg of the Double-A Eastern League. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. Bernadina, a 24 year-old center ...
The Washington Nationals tonight announced they expect to select the contract of 22 year-old right-handed pitching prospect Collin Balester to start Tuesday's contest at Florida. Balester is slated to have his contract selected from Columbus of the Triple-A International League to make his big league debut. Nationals Senior Vice ...
The Washington Nationals will show baseball-themed movies on the Nationals Park HD-scoreboard following select Saturday night games. The first showing will be Saturday, June 28 approximately 15 minutes after the conclusion of the Nationals game vs. the Baltimore Orioles. Limited concessions will be available for purchase on the Third ...
The Washington Nationals will host the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday, June 29 at 1:35pm for the conclusion of a three-game series at Nationals Park. Due to the D.C. United game at noon, RFK Stadium Lot 8 will not be available to Nationals fans. Nationals fans choosing to park for ...
The Washington Nationals today placed right-handed pitcher Shawn Hill on the 15-Day Disabled List, retroactive to June 25, with a right forearm strain and reinstated left-handed pitcher Odalis Perez from the 15-Day Disabled List. The Nationals also transferred first baseman Nick Johnson from the 15- to the 60-Day Disabled List. ...
The first 10,000 fans that bring a rival Major League Baseball team's apparel to Nationals Park on Sunday, June 29 will have the opportunity to trade in that apparel for a Nationals ball cap made of biodegradable, recycled, organic material. All non-Nationals MLB merchandise turned in at Nationals Park will ...
The Washington Nationals and pitcher Joel Hanrahan, a native of Norwalk, Iowa, have partnered with the American Red Cross for a fundraising campaign which includes an online auction on nationals.com to benefit the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. The fund helps the victims of thousands of disasters across the ...
The Washington Nationals today announced they have partnered with the Spanish Beisbol Network to launch Spanish radio broadcasts of all Nationals games. The broadcast will debut on WZHF 1390AM on Friday, June 27, when the Nationals face the Baltimore Orioles at 7:35pm. The announcement follows the creation of losnacionales.com, the ...
Washington Nationals pitchers Shawn Hill and John Lannan will participate in a reading circle at the Tenley-Friendship Interim Library on Wednesday, June 24. The library read marks the beginning of the Nationals 2008 Summer Reading Program in partnership with District Public Library (DPL). Children who complete their summer reading ...
The Washington Nationals will host their second annual Baseball 101 Clinic, an exclusive opportunity for women to learn hitting, pitching and fielding with Nationals coaches and players. Following the on-field portion of the event, attendees will enjoy a buffet lunch and a question and answer session moderated by Nationals ...
First official fundraising event for the Washington Nationals Youth Baseball Academy In partnership with the District Government, The Washington Nationals Dream Foundation has committed to building a Youth Baseball Academy that will engage inner city youth in the sport of baseball, along with providing after-school educational programs. Slated as a ...
Washington Nationals shortstop Cristian Guzman and outfielder Lastings Milledge will visit with participants of the Home Run Baseball Camp on Monday, June 23. The players will address the campers about their lives as Major League Baseball players and the work it took to get there. Home Run Baseball Camp ...
Following tonight's game, the Washington Nationals recalled right-handed pitcher Garrett Mock from Triple-A Columbus, and outrighted outfielder Ryan Langerhans to Columbus. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made this announcement. Mock, 25, will make the start in Saturday's game against the Texas Rangers. He is 0-1 with ...
Following tonight's game, the Washington Nationals selected infielder Pete Orr and right-handed pitcher Steven Shell from Triple-A Columbus, and optioned right-handed pitchers Garrett Mock and Brian Sanches to Columbus. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made this announcement. Orr, 29, batted .267 (67-for-251) with 14 doubles, two ...
Dedication Ceremony for the Shirley Povich Media Center at Nationals Park and unveiling of historic memorabilia from the life of the esteemed journalist. On September 16, 2007, the Washington Nationals announced that the press box in the new ballpark would be named in honor of the late Shirley Povich. ...
The Nationals today announced that they have recently agreed to terms with 3 players selected in this year's First-Year Player Draft...to date, they have signed 21 players selected in the Draft...The 3 recent signees are: LHP Robert Hansen (18th round), SS Stephen Lombardozzi (19th round) and OF Derrick Phillips ...
The Miller Lite Scoreboard Walk Bar will open on Friday, June 20, prior to the Nationals 7:35pm Interleague contest against the Texas Rangers. The Grand Opening, beginning at 5:30pm, will feature live music, Miller Lite giveaways and the opportunity to win Nationals prizes. Located on the Nationals Park Club Level ...
The Washington Nationals will host a youth baseball clinic, third in its series this season, on Saturday, June 21. The team, in partnership with The Diamond Dream Foundation, which is headquartered in Northern Virginia, will welcome over 100 children from Fairfax County for the clinic presented by Smithfield. The children ...
The Washington Nationals will partner with the Capital Area Food Bank to collect non-perishable food items during their weekend series against the Texas Rangers. Fans may donate items such as canned proteins, fruits and vegetables; pasta and sauces, soups, cereals, apple sauce, rice and flour. Volunteers will be stationed ...
The Baltimore Orioles and OriolesREACH will host Buses for Baseball, a program created to give youth in need an opportunity to attend a Major League Baseball game, tomorrow, June 17 at Oriole Park. The Buses for Baseball program will allow youth battling cancer from the Belanger Federico Foundation to visit ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled catcher Paul Lo Duca from his rehab assignment with Triple-A Columbus, and reinstated him from the 15-day Disabled List. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made this announcement. Lo Duca, 36, has missed the last 36 games, after going on the ...
Washington Nationals Vice President of Communications Chartese Burnett was named the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's National Capital Area Chapter's 2008 Woman of the Year on Saturday, June 14. A non-Hodgkins lymphoma survivor, Chartese raised over $79,000 during the ten-week fundraising competition. Burnett oversees the Club's strategic and business communications and ...
We regret that the youth jersey giveaway for this Sunday, June 22 has been canceled, due to circumstances beyond our control. However, the first 10,000 children 12 and younger to attend this Sunday's game vs. the Texas Rangers at 1:35pm will receive a voucher for two (2) complimentary tickets ...
Nick Johnson, who went on the DL May 15 with a torn tendon sheath in his right wrist, had his hard cast removed today by the team's orthopedist, Dr. Benjamin Shaffer. Johnson's wrist was put into a splint, and he has begun a rehabilitation program. ...
The Washington Nationals optioned right-handed pitcher Tyler Clippard to Triple-A Columbus. Tomorrow, the club is expected to recall catcher Paul Lo Duca from his rehab assignment with Columbus, and reinstate him from the 15-day Disabled List. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made these announcements. Lo Duca, ...
Following tonight's game, the Washington Nationals recalled right-handed pitcher Tyler Clippard from Triple-A Columbus, and placed left-handed pitcher Odalis Perez on the 15-day Disabled List with left shoulder tendinitis (retroactive to June 4). Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made this announcement. Clippard, 23, is scheduled to ...
"We are deeply saddened by the passing of renowned journalist Tim Russert. Tim was a dedicated friend and fan of the Washington Nationals. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Russert family during this time of great loss." ### ...
The Washington Nationals today announced they have agreed to terms with six players selected in the 2008 First-Year Player Draft. To date, they have now agreed to terms with 18 players from this year's Draft. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden, Vice President of Baseball Operations and ...
Ryan Zimmerman was examined by Dr. Timothy Kremchek this morning in Cincinnati (OH). He confirmed that Zimmerman has a small tear in the anterior labrum (left non-throwing shoulder) and has some mild cuff weakness. Zimmerman will continue his treatment and rehab plan for the next 4-6 weeks until feels no ...
The Nationals will host the 3rd Annual Christmas in July Toy Drive at Nationals Park and all toys collected will benefit the Toys for Tots Foundation. Marines and some of the Nationals First Ladies will be on-hand to collect new, unwrapped toys from fans. The collection will begin when gates ...
Baseball 101 for Women offers an exclusive opportunity to learn hitting, fielding, and pitching from Washington Nationals players and coaches. Spend the morning taking swings in the same batting cage Dmitri Young stands in, learn pitching techniques from the Nationals coaches who work with the pitchers every day, and stand ...
The Nationals will host the 3rd Annual Thanksgiving in June Food Collection during these 3 games and all non-perishable food collected like canned food, rice, and pasta will benefit the Capital Area Food Bank. Come out and enjoy a great day at the ballpark June 20th-22nd as the Washington ...
The Washington Nationals will host fans who enjoy both baseball and the needlearts for the second annual Stitch N' Pitch event on Friday, June 20 when the team takes on the Texas Rangers at 7:10pm. Hundreds of fans will sit in the stands and knit, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch and embroider ...
The Washington Nationals today announced they have agreed to terms with two players selected in the 2008 First-Year Player Draft. To date, they have now agreed to terms with 12 players from this year's Draft. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden, Vice President of Baseball Operations and ...
The Washington Nationals today recalled right-handed pitcher Tyler Clippard from Triple-A Columbus. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made this announcement. Clippard, 23, will make the start today in the Nationals' series finale against the San Francisco Giants. He went 4-4 with a 3.41 ERA in ...
Following Monday's series finale at Nationals Park, the Washington Nationals recalled from rehab and reinstated infielder Ronnie Belliard from the 15-Day Disabled List and optioned right-handed pitcher Tyler Clippard to Columbus of the Triple-A International League. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made the announcement. Belliard was ...
Following today's game, the Washington Nationals optioned right-handed pitcher Garrett Mock to Triple-A Columbus. Tomorrow, the Nationals are expected to recall right-handed pitcher Tyler Clippard from Columbus. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made these announcements. Clippard, 23, is slated to make the start tomorrow in the ...
The Washington Nationals today announced they have agreed to terms with four players selected in the 2008 First-Year Player Draft. Including yesterday's signings, they have now agreed to terms with 10 players selected in the Draft. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden, Vice President of Baseball Operations ...
The Washington Nationals continue their season-long community relations efforts with a visit to Kimball Elementary School on Monday, June 9. Nationals outfielder Elijah Dukes will visit the school for their fifth grade promotion assembly. Elijah will congratulate the students on their accomplishment and encourage them to continue their hard work. ...
The Washington Nationals today announced they have agreed to terms with six players selected in the 2008 First-Year Player Draft. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden, Vice President of Baseball Operations and Assistant General Manager Mike Rizzo, and Director of Scouting Dana Brown made this joint announcement. ...
Following tonight's game, the Washington Nationals granted outfielder Rob Mackowiak his unconditional release. Tomorrow, they are expected to recall right-handed pitcher Garrett Mock from Triple-A Columbus. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made these announcements. Mock, 25, is slated to make his major league debut with the ...
NATIONALS RECALL PITCHER GARRETT MOCK The Washington Nationals today recalled right-handed pitcher Garrett Mock from Triple-A Columbus. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden made this announcement. Mock, 25, will make his major league debut with the start today against the San Francisco Giants. He went 3-2 ...
The Washington Nationals today selected 44 players on the second day of Major League Baseball's First-Year Player Draft. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden, Vice President of Baseball Operations and Assistant General Manager Mike Rizzo, and Director of Scouting Dana Brown made this joint announcement. Over ...
The Washington Nationals today selected right-handed pitcher Aaron Crow (first round/ninth overall), outfielder Destin Hood (second round), shortstop Daniel Espinosa (third round), left-handed pitcher Graham Hicks (fourth round), catcher Adrian Nieto (fifth round) and right-handed pitcher Paul Demny (sixth round) on the first day of Major League Baseball's First-Year ...
The Washington Nationals today selected University of Missouri right-handed pitcher Aaron Crow in the first round (ninth overall) of Major League Baseball's First-Year Player Draft. Nationals Senior Vice President and General Manager Jim Bowden, Vice President of Baseball Operations and Assistant General Manager Mike Rizzo, and Director of Scouting ...
The Washington Nationals will host the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network's "Fight Back Express" before the Nationals game vs. the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday. The "Fight Back Express" bus will make a stop at Nationals Park as part of its six-month 48-state tour in cities across the country. ...
The Washington Nationals continue their season-long community relations efforts with appearances throughout the week. Nationals catcher Wil Nieves and pitcher Saul Rivera will visit Tyler Elementary School on Thursday, June 5 for the Everybody Wins! DC year-end celebration. The players will speak to the students about the importance of ...
The Washington Nationals will host a Press Conference on Thursday announcing their first-round selection (ninth overall pick) in Major League Baseball's First-Year Player Draft. The Press Conference will begin at 2:30 pm and will include availability with the following: * Jim Bowden, Senior Vice President & General Manager * Mike ...
The Washington Nationals have partnered with Planet Green, Discovery's new 24-hour eco lifestyle and entertainment channel, for a "Get Your Green On" promotion on Wednesday, June 4 when the team takes on the St. Louis Cardinals. All fans attending that evening's game are encouraged to wear green and participate in ...
The Washington Nationals today announced the following medical updates for third baseman Ryan Zimmerman and first baseman Nick Johnson. Ryan Zimmerman underwent a gadolinium enhanced MRI of his injured left, non-throwing shoulder today and was then evaluated by Dr. Benjamin Shaffer, team orthopedist. The MRI exam revealed a small labral ...
The Washington Nationals Monthly Health Initiative for June is Cancer Awareness. The team has partnered with organizations such as the American Association of Dermatologists, Children's National Medical Center, The George Washington University's Cancer Institute, Komen National Race For The Cure, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and the Prostate Cancer Foundation to ...
The Washington Nationals will host the first of two Ladies Night Out and Home Run Happy Hour promotions on Thursday, June 5 when the Nationals take on the St. Louis Cardinals at 7:05pm. The happy hour will take place at 5:00pm in the Grand Plaza, located at 1st Street & ...
