Washington Nationals: What happened to Ian Desmond’s career?
Ian Desmond, a lifelong National, now moves onto a new team and position in Texas. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports Well, Ian Desmond finally signed. Over the weekend, the Nationals’...
View ArticleWashington Redskins: Why the Kirk Cousins deal is perfect for both sides
QB Kirk Cousins is back in the burgundy and gold after being franchised by the Redskins. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports The Washington Redskins have placed the franchise tag on...
View ArticleMore than money: Why Washington Redskins needed to cut ties with RG3
Quarterback Robert Griffin III will no longer be donning the burgundy and gold, as the Washington Redskins officially released him on Monday. While Griffin’s star burned incredibly bright in 2012, his...
View ArticleWashington Nationals: New bullpen key to 2016 success
In 2015, the Washington Nationals’ bullpen was massively flawed, loaded with failed starters and underperforming former prospects. The bullpen struggles were arguably the biggest reason the team...
View ArticleWashington Nationals: Will Bronson Arroyo’s shoulder cost him a chance at the...
When the Washington Nationals signed 39-year-old Bronson Arroyo to a one-year, $2 million deal in January, it appeared they were just taking a flier on a veteran pitcher, as he had not thrown in major...
View ArticleWashington Redskins: Two under-the-radar signings which will strengthen the...
Earlier this week, the Washington Redskins agreed to deals with two defensive free agents: linebacker Junior Galette and safety David Bruton. While neither player commanded top dollar, both Galette and...
View ArticleWashington Nationals: Will the real Anthony Rendon please stand up?
Just a year ago, Washington Nationals third baseman Anthony Rendon was the toast of DC. In 2014, Rendon had just made the leap from top prospect to potential superstar, when he finished fifth in...
View ArticleWashington Nationals: Stephen Strasburg is the most underrated pitcher in...
Maybe it’s because he was drafted with the expectation of being the next Nolan Ryan. Maybe it’s because his 2010 debut is still his most memorable performance in a Washington Nationals uniform. Maybe...
View ArticleBest and worst case for the Washington Nationals heading into 2016
After entering the last three seasons as prohibitive favorites in the NL East, the Washington Nationals face much more uncertainty in 2016. The Nats stayed fairly quiet this offseason, only bringing in...
View ArticleWhat are the Washington Nationals doing?
Late Friday night, the Washington Nationals finalized their roster. RHP Trevor Gott has been sent to Triple A, with righties Blake Treinen and Matt Belisle sticking to the major league roster. While...
View ArticleReactions to the Washington Nationals’ Opening Day win
The Washington Nationals kicked off the 2016 season by defeating the Atlanta Braves 4-3 on Monday. Bryce Harper reminded us that he is still BRYCE FREAKING HARPER by drilling a first inning homer, and...
View ArticleWashington Nationals: Importance of April success
In 2015, the Washington Nationals dug themselves a massive hole in the first month of the season. The Mets were sitting pretty at 15-8 on April 30, while the Nats stumbled to a 10-13 record. April...
View ArticleGio Gonzalez’s surprising consistency keeps the Washington Nationals going
Nine days and six games into the Washington Nationals’ season, Gio Gonzalez will finally make his debut. Nationals’ fans have been largely disappointed with Gonzalez’s production during his time in DC;...
View ArticleEarly reactions to the Washington Redskins 2016 schedule
Even though the Washington Redskins have known this year’s opponents since the end of 2015, last night’s schedule release gives the organization and fans a more complete look at the ‘Skins upcoming...
View ArticleWashington Nationals: How Bryce Harper has been even better in 2016
In 2015, Bryce Harper finally posted the breakout season the Washington Nationals had been waiting for, throwing up an ungodly .330/.460/.649 slash line en route to a National League MVP. But somehow,...
View ArticleWashington Nationals: October Murphy is gone, but April Murphy is here to stay
Washington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo received a fair amount of backlash when he handed second baseman Daniel Murphy a three-year, $37.5 million contract this offseason. It looked like he was...
View ArticleWashington Redskins’ Seven-Round Simulated Mock Draft
With the NFL Draft later this week, it is time to unveil my completely unscientific Washington Redskins’ mock draft. Through a site called Fanspeak.com, I used their simulator to draft for the...
View ArticleWhy the Josh Doctson pick is great for the Washington Redskins
I absolutely love the Josh Doctson pick. Love it, love it, love it! The kid is a star. I love the player. I love the skills. I love the lack of off-field issues. I love his head coach at TCU. I love...
View ArticleWashington Nationals: Ryan Zimmerman’s quest to break franchise records
Earlier this week, Washington Nationals closer Jonathan Papelbon moved into a tie for tenth place all-time in saves. Papelbon is now tied with Troy Percival with 358 career saves, and sits nine saves...
View ArticleWashington Nationals: What’s wrong with Max Scherzer?
Max Scherzer has officially become a problem for the Washington Nationals. After giving up four home runs to the Chicago Cubs yesterday, he now sports an unsightly 4.60 ERA and leads the majors in...
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