http://masnsports.com/ The Official Website of the Mid-Atlantic Sports Network en Copyright 2009 Thu, 31 Dec 2009 12:04:00 -0500 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification The Major League All-Star game, set in St. Louis on Tuesday July 14, is still more than a week away and we don't know who from the Nationals will be selected, but we do know who will represent the organization in the Triple-A and Double-A games.... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/calling-all-stars.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/calling-all-stars.html Nationals News Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:01:15 -0500 I know we're not at the official half-way point of the season, but three months are in the history books and I thought I'd crunch some numbers at how the season has transpired from month-to-month-to-month.... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/inside-the-numbers-1.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/inside-the-numbers-1.html Nationals News Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:51:42 -0500 Bucc-ing the System The newest members of the Nationals, former Pittsburgh Pirates OF Nyjer Morgan and LHP Sean Burnett, began their day on Wednesday at 4:00 a.m. in Pittsburgh and made it to Miami in time for the Nats' finale in Florida against the Marlins. Burnett admitted he was a bit excited in his Washington debut but he was able to settle down and contribute. He's been working on a slider that is effective against lefties. Morgan will likely... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/welcoming-new-nats-and-wishing.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/welcoming-new-nats-and-wishing.html Cheap Seats Nationals Debbi Taylor MASNblogs Debbi Taylor Nationals Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:49:36 -0500 Monday: Power Rankings, more on Martis | Tuesday: Milledge, Hanrahan traded to Pittsburgh | Wednesday: Dukes demoted to Triple-A Syracuse... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/what-theyre-saying-about-the-n-48.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/what-theyre-saying-about-the-n-48.html Saying Nationals Jeff Wolfson What they're saying about the Nationals Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:42:13 -0500 I can't help but think that if the Marlins were the Nationals and vice-versa, seats at Nats Park would be a very hot ticket.... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/fish-fans-mia-trade-reaction-i.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/fish-fans-mia-trade-reaction-i.html Phil Wood Lastings Milledge Marlins Nationals Nyjer Morgan Phil Wood Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:54:16 -0500 Washington's inability to get a hit with runners in scoring position and their bullpen's ineffectiveness ultimately cost them in this afternoon's 5-3 loss to the Marlins, their ninth straight against their NL East foe.... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/nats-drop-ninth-straight-to-ma.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/nats-drop-ninth-straight-to-ma.html Nationals News Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:47:49 -0500 Welcome to the Nationals Mr. Burnett, you have now been cursed like the rest of the bullpen.... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/rude-welcome.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/rude-welcome.html Nationals News Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:01:20 -0500 Right-hander Jordan Zimmermann notched his second straight and fifth quality start of the season.... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/zimmermanns-solid-day.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/zimmermanns-solid-day.html Nationals News Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:37:42 -0500 For the second straight game, rain is going to delay the Nationals and Marlins in the seventh inning.... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/another-rain-delay.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/another-rain-delay.html Nationals News Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:17:48 -0500 The Nationals had Marlins starter Josh Johnson reeling all afternoon and couldn't take advantage of his ineffectiveness.... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/not-taking-advantage.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/not-taking-advantage.html Nationals News Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:32:01 -0500 Jordan Zimmermann had all his pitches working for him the first time thru the Marlins lineup this afternoon.... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/second-time-around.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/second-time-around.html Nationals News Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:21:33 -0500 For the second time in as many games, Nationals pitchers have helped their own cause.... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/helping-himself.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/helping-himself.html Nationals News Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:44:28 -0500 Third baseman Ryan Zimmerman's throwing problems continue as he made another error in the first inning today.... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/zimmermans-throwing-woes-conti.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/zimmermans-throwing-woes-conti.html Nationals News Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:30:48 -0500 Monday: Power Rankings, more on Martis | Tuesday: Milledge, Hanrahan traded to Pittsburgh... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/what-theyre-saying-about-the-n-47.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/what-theyre-saying-about-the-n-47.html Saying Nationals Jeff Wolfson What they're saying about the Nationals Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:49:34 -0500 Acting GM Mike Rizzo and manager Manny Acta spoke to the media prior to this afternoon's game about the decision to send outfielder Elijah Dukes to Triple-A Syracuse.... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/rizzo-acta-on-dukes-demotion.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/rizzo-acta-on-dukes-demotion.html Nationals News Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:40:01 -0500 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 Tuesday from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for outfielder Lastings Milledge and right-handed pitcher Joel Hanrahan. The 28 year-old Morgan was batting .277 (77-for-278) with six doubles, five triples, two... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/nationals-add-outfielder-nyjer.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/nationals-add-outfielder-nyjer.html News Releases Nationals Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:24:40 -0500 Willie Harris returns to center field and the lead-off spot for the series finale this afternoon.... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/nats-marlins-lineups.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/nats-marlins-lineups.html Nationals News Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:23:15 -0500 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 Presidents Club, this is the single largest offering of complimentary tickets to military since baseball returned to the Nation's Capital in 2005. "It is our hope that hosting military at... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/washington-nationals-donate-ov.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/washington-nationals-donate-ov.html News Releases Nationals Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:18:31 -0500 The Nationals optioned outfielder Elijah Dukes to Triple-A Syracuse, making room on the 25-man roster for outfielder Nyjer Morgan and left-hander Sean Bunrett.... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/dukes-sent-to-aaa.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/dukes-sent-to-aaa.html Nationals News Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:50:58 -0500 Sure -- a few weeks ago he wasn't sure what blogs were -- but Adam has decided to jump into the deep end by starting a blog here at MASNsports.com. Perhaps experienced bloggers like Collin Balester and Ryan Zimmerman will show him the way. Beginning sometime soon, Dunn will write a monthly blog and host a weekly video blog, where he will answer your questions. "To talk to fans directly, answer their questions and be able to explain what we... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/masnsportscom-welcomes-adam-du.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/masnsportscom-welcomes-adam-du.html Nationals Buzz Adam Dunn Kristen Hudak Nationals Buzz Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:57:31 -0500 A defensive meltdown, shoddy pitching from the bullpen and Mother Nature cost the Nationals in their 7-5, seven-inning, loss to the Marlins.... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/nats-hope-zimmermann-can-end-m.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/nats-hope-zimmermann-can-end-m.html Nationals News Wed, 01 Jul 2009 03:39:42 -0500 The Nationals tied a season-high by committing four errors in their rain-shortened 7-5 loss to the Marlins, their eighth straight this season.... http://masnsports.com/2009/07/nats-drop-eighth-straight-to-m.html http://masnsports.com/2009/07/nats-drop-eighth-straight-to-m.html Nationals News Wed, 01 Jul 2009 02:37:23 -0500 Four Nationals errors, three by third baseman Ryan Zimmerman, cost Washington as they dropped their eighth straight game to the Marlins, 7-5, in a rain-shortened affair in Florida.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/four-nats-errors-cost-them-in.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/four-nats-errors-cost-them-in.html Nationals News Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:33:38 -0500 A slow, steady rain turned into a torrential downpour in a matter of seconds at Land Shark Stadium, bringing the game to a halt in the bottom of the seventh.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/rain-halts-game-in-7th-fish-le.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/rain-halts-game-in-7th-fish-le.html Nationals News Tue, 30 Jun 2009 21:52:19 -0500 After six full innings, the Nationals cling to a 5-4 lead.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/nats-lead-5-4-in-7th.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/nats-lead-5-4-in-7th.html Nationals News Tue, 30 Jun 2009 21:17:37 -0500 Rookie right-hander Craig Stammen has only allowed two hits thru three innings, but Ryan Zimmerman's throwing error allowed former Nat Emilio Bonifacio to score the tying run.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/nats-marlins-tied-at-1-thru-th.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/nats-marlins-tied-at-1-thru-th.html Nationals News Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:08:55 -0500 Elijah Dukes is back in the starting lineup for manager Manny Acta... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/tonights-lineups-18.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/tonights-lineups-18.html Nationals News Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:39:16 -0500 It's not going to shake the foundations of the National League East, but I like the deal Mike Rizzo made with the Pirates today.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/lets-make-a-deal-1.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/lets-make-a-deal-1.html Phil Wood Joel Hanrahan Lastings Milledge Nationals Nyjer Morgan Phil Wood Pirates Sean Burnett Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:33:25 -0500 Happy, as usual, to hear from fans of baseball and the Nationals, Manny Acta recently took a few minutes to respond to a series of fan questions on his posts about his favorite new ballparks and the ins and outs of Interleague Play. Read on to find out how Manny feels about the strength of the National League and the setup at Nationals Park.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/a-trip-back-to-the-ballpark-re.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/a-trip-back-to-the-ballpark-re.html MASNblogs Manny Acta Manny Acta Nationals Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:36:10 -0500 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 (77-for-278) with six doubles, five triples, two home runs and 27 RBI in 71 games with Pittsburgh prior to the trade. Thanks to a career-high 29 walks and a .351... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/washington-acquires-outfielder.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/washington-acquires-outfielder.html News Releases Nationals Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:58:05 -0500 The Nationals 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.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/nats-acquire-morgan-burnett-fo.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/nats-acquire-morgan-burnett-fo.html Nationals News Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:30:53 -0500 Everything! Willie is the complete pro who comes to the ballpark every day ready to give it his best shot. If Manny Acta wants leadership, Willie will give it to him.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/what-do-i-like-about-willie-harris.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/what-do-i-like-about-willie-harris.html Johnny Holliday MASNblogs Johnny Holliday Nationals Willie Harris Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:53:08 -0500 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 been chosen by fans across the nation for his work as an oncologist as a UCLA Professor of Medicine. Dr. Glaspy will be honored during the pre-game ceremony at the... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/mlb-people-and-washington-nati.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/mlb-people-and-washington-nati.html News Releases Nationals Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:53:53 -0500 Former Marlins Face Old Friends In Florida Scott Olsen threw well enough for the Nationals to beat the Marlins. Unfortunately, the bullpen could not hold on. After Monday's game in Miami, Scott credited the Nats training staff for helping him get back on track. He said he's been doing different exercises and he's used 5-8 pound weights which has helped to strengthen his arm.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/facing-friends-from-former-tea.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/facing-friends-from-former-tea.html Debbi Taylor MASNblogs Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:35:37 -0500 Monday: Power Rankings, more on Martis | Wednesday: Dukes demoted to Triple-A Syracuse... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/what-theyre-saying-about-the-n-46.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/what-theyre-saying-about-the-n-46.html Saying Nationals Jeff Wolfson What they're saying about the Nationals Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:02:13 -0500 As you contemplate an off-season re-do of the Nats' bullpen, perhaps you'd like to see what's going to be available.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/not-exactly-alka-seltzer.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/not-exactly-alka-seltzer.html Phil Wood Nationals Phil Wood Tue, 30 Jun 2009 10:47:23 -0500 Last night, the Nationals dropped their seventh straight game to the Marlins when reliever Ron Villone gave up a sac fly in the bottom of the eighth of a 2-2 game. Florida would ad an insurance run to take the series opener 4-2.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/stammen-looks-to-end-winless-s.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/stammen-looks-to-end-winless-s.html Nationals News Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:30:34 -0500 Left-hander Scott Olsen tossed seven solid innings in his first start since coming off the disabled list.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/olsens-tremendous-outing-goes.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/olsens-tremendous-outing-goes.html Nationals News Mon, 29 Jun 2009 22:40:08 -0500 The Nationals bullpen, actually Ron Villone, wasted a great outing from left-hander Scott Olsen, as Washington remains winless against the Marlins in 2009.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/nats-cant-solve-nolasco-marlin.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/nats-cant-solve-nolasco-marlin.html Nationals News Mon, 29 Jun 2009 22:19:54 -0500 Since the Nationals two-run, three-hit second inning, Marlins starter Ricky Nolasco has retired 13 of the last 14 and seven straight.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/olsens-settling-in-to-a-nice-g.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/olsens-settling-in-to-a-nice-g.html Nationals News Mon, 29 Jun 2009 21:18:59 -0500 Right-hander Garrett Mock won a pair of starts this week by posting a 0.60 ERA in a League-best 15 innings pitched to earn International League Pitcher of the Week.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/mock-spradlin-honored.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/mock-spradlin-honored.html Nationals News Mon, 29 Jun 2009 21:01:39 -0500 Lefty Scott Olsen looked pretty good in the first two innings, but he struggled in the third, allowing two runs on four hits.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/olsen-has-mixed-results-thru-t.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/olsen-has-mixed-results-thru-t.html Nationals News Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:36:17 -0500 Ryan Zimmerman jumped on Ricky Nolasco's first pitch of the second inning, a 91-MPH fastball, and crushed it to left for his 13th homer of the season.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/zimm-nives-give-nats-2-0-lead.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/zimm-nives-give-nats-2-0-lead.html Nationals News Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:23:35 -0500 The Nationals and Marlins are just underway at Land Shark Stadium in Florida after a 37 minute rain delay.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/nats-marlins-underway.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/nats-marlins-underway.html Nationals News Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:47:12 -0500 The tarp is on the field at Land Shark Stadium, with a steady rain falling.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/rain-delays-start-of-game.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/rain-delays-start-of-game.html Nationals News Mon, 29 Jun 2009 18:44:55 -0500 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 Career Gear includes the collection of suits and ties from on-field personnel and front office staff. Additionally, Career Gear will identify a beneficiary to receive a suit made by a... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/nationals-fans-donate-over-110.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/nationals-fans-donate-over-110.html News Releases Nationals Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:50:38 -0500 Manny Acta keeps the hot hitting Josh Willingham in the lineup. Against the Orioles this past weekend, Willingham went 6-11 with three doubles, four runs, a walk and a stolen base.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/nats-lineup-vs-marlins.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/nats-lineup-vs-marlins.html Nationals News Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:45:31 -0500 The Nationals signed second-round draft pick Jeffrey Kobernus, a second baseman from the University of California.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/nats-ink-2nd-round-pick-kobern.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/nats-ink-2nd-round-pick-kobern.html Nationals News Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:38:59 -0500 For the second straight year, MASN used the innovative approach of sharing announcers for our two Interleague series with the Nats and Orioles. We hope you enjoyed it - now let me tell you what makes it work.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/jim-jim-and-rob-bob.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/jim-jim-and-rob-bob.html Bob Carpenter MASNblogs Bob Carpenter Nationals Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:48:39 -0500 Nationals left hander Matt Chico enjoyed a rehab assignment with the Harrisburg Senators Saturday, he started and went 3 innings, allowing 1 run but no earned runs and 2 hits, walking 2 and striking out 1. So 4 games in the minors in the books and in 14 innings he has allowed 3 earned runs, 2 homers and 9 strikeouts, with 2 walks for a crispy 1.93 era.... http://masnsports.com/2009/06/chico-working-to-get-back.html http://masnsports.com/2009/06/chico-working-to-get-back.html Byron Kerr MASNblogs Matt Chico Steve McCatty Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:28:28 -0500