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Nationals reportedly interested in veteran starter Bronson Arroyo

Nationals reportedly interested in veteran starter Bronson Arroyo
Even with the departures of right-handers Jordan Zimmermann and Doug Fister through free agency, the Nationals haven't been aggressively pursuing starting pitchers this offseason. "I like the rotation as it is," Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo said earlier this month. "We have a very talented, quality starting rotation." Rizzo reportedly flirted with righty Mike Leake and left-hander Scott Kazmir before the free agents signed with the Cardinals and Dodgers, respectively. According to...
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You can't always get what you want

You can't always get what you want
Whether it was a surprise or not, the Nationals chased free agent outfielder Yoenis Cespedes last week before the slugger opted to return to the Mets. The part that was hard to swallow for most Nats fans was why Cespedes chose a three-year deal with New York instead of the five-year offer on the table in Washington. Even more difficult was that the scenario seems to be replaying itself over and over this offseason. Last month, general manager Mike Rizzo laid a reported $200 million on the...
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Bryce Harper presented with MVP award (with video)

Bryce Harper presented with MVP award (with video)
In November, Bryce Harper became the youngest unanimous Most Valuable Player winner in baseball history, capturing National League honors for his record-breaking season. In a snowy New York City, the Baseball Writers' Association of America formally presented Harper with the hardware at an awards ceremony on Saturday evening. At 22 years, 335 days old, Harper became the sixth-youngest player in major league history to hit 40 home runs in a season, behind Mel Ott (1929; 20 years, 203 days),...
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Yoenis Cespedes chooses Mets over Nats, agreeing to three-year deal

Yoenis Cespedes chooses Mets over Nats, agreeing to three-year deal
The balance of power in the National League East shifted considerably late Friday as slugger Yoenis Cespedes signed with the Mets over the Nationals. Washington had reportedly offered Cespedes a five-year deal in the neighborhood of $100 million. But according to FOXSports.com's Ken Rosenthal, Cespedes opted for a three-year contract with the Mets worth $75 million that includes an opt-out after the 2016 season. The Nationals held a three-game lead over the Mets late last July when New York...
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If Nats land Yoenis Cespedes, how is Jayson Werth affected?

If Nats land Yoenis Cespedes, how is Jayson Werth affected?
Last season, the National League East seemingly was decided by one player. OK, that may be a bit of an exaggeration, but the Mets' addition of Yoenis Cespedes minutes before the trade deadline completely changed the complexion of their lineup. New York went from a bottom of the barrel offense to pouring in runs behind Cespedes' violent bat. The Nationals inquired about a trade with the Tigers for Cespedes as well, but the slugger ended up with the Mets. New York evened up the division with a...
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#TBT: Chris Davis gets just enough for milestone homer

#TBT: Chris Davis gets just enough for milestone homer
Earlier today on our Facebook page, we asked fans how many homers they thought Chris Davis would end up hitting over the course of his career. // When it's all said and done, where will Adam Jones and Chris Davis end up on the Baltimore Orioles' all-time home run... Posted by MASN Orioles on Thursday, January 21, 2016 While Davis has a long way to go to catch up to some Oriole greats - including Boog Powell, Eddie Murray and Cal Ripken Jr. - he'll have seven years to move up the...
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Yo! Are the Nationals serious about Cespedes?

Yo! Are the Nationals serious about Cespedes?
When the Nationals made a serious run at Jason Heyward in December - reportedly offering a $200 million deal to the three-time Gold Glove Award winner - there was clear indication they intended on upgrading the outfield in 2016. There was some chatter about a potential trade with Colorado for Carlos Gonzalez, but not much connected the Nationals to this winter's other two major free agent outfielders, Justin Upton and Yoenis Cespedes. It seemed even less likely the Nationals would get involved...
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Orioles launch Health & Fitness Challenge program with Sarasota County schools

Orioles launch Health & Fitness Challenge program with Sarasota County schools
O's EVP @JohnPAngelos, @1brianroberts & more discuss the O's Health & Fitness Challenge program w/ @sarasotaschools. https://t.co/imlQcWbK1w -- Baltimore Orioles (@Orioles) January 20, 2016 While opening day in Birdland is still a few months away, opening day for the Orioles Health & Fitness Challenge kicked off Tuesday, Jan. 19 in Sarasota, Fla. The new program, developed in partnership with Health Fit - Powered by Sarasota Memorial Hospital, helps motivate middle school-aged...
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Nationals reportedly have interest in Yoenis Cespedes

Nationals reportedly have interest in Yoenis Cespedes
The one-year anniversary of the Nationals shocking the baseball world by signing right-hander Max Scherzer to blockbuster seven-year, $210 million contract just passed. At the time, the deal had many scratching their heads, with the Nats already boasting the National League's top rotation from top to bottom. Fast-forward to this January and rumors of another free agent signing has left some baffled. USA Today's Bob Nightengale reports that the Nationals showed interest in Justin Upton before...
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Game times announced for Nationals' 2016 schedule

Game times announced for Nationals' 2016 schedule
You can now officially map out your road trips, plan your holidays and get the excuses ready for your bosses. The Nationals schedule was announced last September, but today Major League Baseball released the game times. The Nationals begin the season in Atlanta on April 4 at 4:10 p.m. Three days later, opening day is celebrated at Nationals Park with a 4:05 p.m. matinee against the Marlins. The defending National League Central Champion Cardinals travel to D.C. for a four-game series over...
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Are the Nats looking for a new catcher?

Are the Nats looking for a new catcher?
There has been speculation about the Nationals potentially looking to upgrade at catcher this winter. Wilson Ramos, 28, is coming off his most durable season in the majors, but also his least productive at the plate. Ramos slumped to a career-low .229/.258/.358 slash line with 101 strikeouts in 504 plate appearances. He also hit into 16 double plays in 128 games. And despite being named as a Gold Glove finalist in 2015, there remain concerns with his defense, particularly on plays at the plate....
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Oliver Perez likes Nationals' chances second time around

Oliver Perez likes Nationals' chances second time around
After starting 195 games from 2002-2010 for three different teams, left-hander Oliver Perez found himself out of the majors. He ended up at Double-A Harrisburg, where Nationals pitching coordinator Spin Williams made a recommendation that eventually resurrected his career. "Williams talked to me a lot," Perez said. "I say thanks to him. I know him from the Pirates. He told me, 'You pitch really good against lefties. As soon as you get to the big leagues, go to the bullpen and figure out...
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Deep and healthy, the Nationals outfield appears set

Deep and healthy, the Nationals outfield appears set
Multiple injuries had the Nationals experimenting in the outfield most of last season. Danny Espinosa and Clint Robinson, both career infielders, logged several innings in the outfield for the first time in the majors. Michael A. Taylor was expected to receive more seasoning in the minors. Instead, he ended up as the opening day center fielder and leadoff hitter, and appeared in 138 games. Even Reed Johnson and Matt den Dekker, who were acquired in the final days of spring training, made the...
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Mike Rizzo: "I think we've balanced our lineup"

Mike Rizzo: "I think we've balanced our lineup"
Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo finalized salaries for all of his arbitration-eligible players heading into the 2016 season. So the roster is set? Not so fast. Last year's Nationals headed to Viera, Fla., seemingly with a full roster. Yet, because of widespread injuries, non-roster invitees Clint Robinson and Dan Uggla made the team along with late spring training additions Matt den Dekker and Reed Johnson. Once again, Rizzo appears to have established his 25-man roster before the...
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Danny Espinosa, Ben Revere are the last to avoid arbitration with Nationals

Danny Espinosa, Ben Revere are the last to avoid arbitration with Nationals
The Nationals have agreed to terms with all of their arbitration-eligible players. Infielder Danny Espinosa and outfielder Ben Revere were the final two to settle with the Nationals, both deals coming together late this afternoon. Espinosa, 28, will make $2.875 million while Revere gets $6.25 million in 2016, according to baseball insider Jon Heyman. After combing to hit just .200/.255/.326 from 2013-2014, Espinosa's offense experienced a resurgence in 2015. He slashed .240/.311/.409 with 13...
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Nationals avoid arbitration with Anthony Rendon

Nationals avoid arbitration with Anthony Rendon
The Nationals avoided arbitration with infielder Anthony Rendon today, agreeing to terms on a reported salary of $2.8 million for the 2016 season. MLBTradeRumors.com was first to report earlier this offseason that Rendon was granted an extra year of arbitration after qualifying as a Super Two player. The Nationals have made it clear Rendon will move back to third base in 2016. He started 59 of his 80 games at second base last season while Yunel Escobar played third. But with Escobar traded,...
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Daniel Murphy, Ben Revere aiming to help Nats get back to division crown

Daniel Murphy, Ben Revere aiming to help Nats get back to division crown
Daniel Murphy and Ben Revere entered 2015 on ballclubs with different outlooks for the season. Murphy's Mets were seen as on the rise, especially with an assembly of dominant young starters, while Revere's Phillies figured to battle for last place in the National League East during a rebuilding phase. But neither team was expected to challenge the Nationals, who had been predicted to run away with the division. Obviously, we know what happened. The Phillies tanked, fired everyone and had a...
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The eighth-inning picture after Storen's departure

The eighth-inning picture after Storen's departure
One of the main downfalls of the Nationals' disappointing 2015 campaign was the inability to consistently identify an eighth-inning set-up man. A glaring void was left once general manager Mike Rizzo traded reliable reliever Tyler Clippard for infielder Yunel Escobar last offseason. Rizzo opted to sign former Blue Jays closer Casey Janssen to bridge the gap until Drew Storen took over in the ninth. Shoulder tendinitis prevented Janssen's season from getting started until late May. Once he...
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#TBT: Nats hit four homers, outslug Bronx Bombers

#TBT: Nats hit four homers, outslug Bronx Bombers
If you missed it, MASN's spring training broadcast schedule was announced yesterday, bringing us just one step closer to the return of baseball. Whether it's from Viera, Fla., or from the broadcast booth at Nats Park, we're excited hear Bob Carpenter's "See you later!" call once again in 2016. And on a May night last season, we got to hear Carpenter call not just one home run, but four! Facing the Yankees, Ian Desmond, Bryce Harper and Wilson Ramos had all homered, but the game was tied...
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Nationals avoid arbitration with Wilson Ramos (Davis and Hill outrighted to Syracuse)

Nationals avoid arbitration with Wilson Ramos (Davis and Hill outrighted to Syracuse)
The Nationals avoided arbitration with catcher Wilson Ramos, agreeing to terms on a reported salary of $5.35 million in 2016. Ramos, 28, is entering the final year of his contract with Washington. Injuries limited Ramos to a combined total of 191 games played from 2012-2014. But Ramos avoided the disabled list last season, starting a career-high 123 games behind the plate. Despite his durability, Ramos experienced one of his toughest seasons offensively. His .229 batting average, .258 on-base...
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