DC Sports Bog: Nationals


Posted at 11:27 AM ET, 04/25/2013

Nats pitchers' Ninja Turtles shirts
By Sarah Kogod
The Nats pitching staff seems to love those fan photoshops.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:27 AM ET, 04/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Gio Gonzalez, Nationals, Nats, Ross Detwiler

Posted at 09:58 AM ET, 04/24/2013

Nats players visit Walter Reed
By Sarah Kogod
The annual trip was humbling for these players.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:58 AM ET, 04/24/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Chad Tracy, Nationals, Nats, Ryan Mattheus

Posted at 01:40 PM ET, 04/23/2013

Jayson Werth made Anthony Rendon carry his bag
By Sarah Kogod
It looks like the veteran wasted no time in giving Rendon rookie duties.

By Sarah Kogod  |  01:40 PM ET, 04/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Anthony Rendon, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 08:24 PM ET, 04/18/2013

Bryce Harper upset at the sale of his opening day jersey
By Sarah Kogod
It's been a tough week for Harper.

By Sarah Kogod  |  08:24 PM ET, 04/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Bryce Harper, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 09:25 AM ET, 04/18/2013

Bryce Harper has a 'flu game'
By Sarah Kogod
Apparently Harper plays well with the flu.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:25 AM ET, 04/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Bryce Harper, Davey Johnson, Kevin Seraphin, Morning pixels, Nationals, Nats, Wizards

Posted at 11:14 AM ET, 04/16/2013

Nats fans join forces to end the wave
By Sarah Kogod
Some fans are getting serious about trying to end this ballpark tradition.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:14 AM ET, 04/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Fans, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 10:42 AM ET, 04/15/2013

Mascot pandemonium at Nats presidents race
By Sarah Kogod
G-Wiz using Slapshot to launch himself at Teddy wins the day.

By Sarah Kogod  |  10:42 AM ET, 04/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  mascots, Nationals, Nats, Presidents Race, Racing Presidents

Posted at 07:58 AM ET, 04/11/2013

Bryce Harper's incredible solo home run (Video)
By Sarah Kogod
The Nats slugger hit his fourth home run of the season Wednesday. The longball went an estimated 420 feet.

By Sarah Kogod  |  07:58 AM ET, 04/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Bryce Harper, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 12:57 PM ET, 04/10/2013

Davey Johnson suggests shooting Bryce Harper with a dart gun to slow him down
By Sarah Kogod
The Nats manager has an interesting solution to Harper's aggressiveness.

By Sarah Kogod  |  12:57 PM ET, 04/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Bryce Harper, Davey Johnson, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 03:07 PM ET, 04/09/2013

Bryce Harper, Davey Johnson honored by D.C. Council (Video)
By Sarah Kogod
Video of the Nats star being honored at City Hall.

By Sarah Kogod  |  03:07 PM ET, 04/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Bryce Harper, Davey Johnson, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 11:11 AM ET, 04/09/2013

Bryce Harper honored by D.C. Council
By Sarah Kogod
A ceremonial resolution for Bryce Harper.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:11 AM ET, 04/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Bryce Harper, Davey Johnson, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 09:06 AM ET, 04/04/2013

Morning Pixels: Stop comparing Bryce Harper to LeBron
By Sarah Kogod
Stop it. Stop it now.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:06 AM ET, 04/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Bryce Harper, Josh Morgan, LeBron James, Morning pixels, Nationals, Nats, Niles Paul, Ryan Matthews

Posted at 10:47 PM ET, 04/03/2013

Gio Gonzalez: 'I felt like I was making love to my hand'
By Sarah Kogod
The Nats pitcher's postgame interview set Twitter on fire.

By Sarah Kogod  |  10:47 PM ET, 04/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Gio Gonzalez, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 02:11 PM ET, 03/29/2013

We're live-streaming the Nats game
By Sarah Kogod
If you're stuck at work, we've got you covered.

By Sarah Kogod  |  02:11 PM ET, 03/29/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Nationals, Nats

Posted at 12:16 PM ET, 03/29/2013

Nats put up NL East Champions signs, Philly blogger objects
By Sarah Kogod
Of course he does.

By Sarah Kogod  |  12:16 PM ET, 03/29/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Nationals, Nats

Posted at 11:25 AM ET, 03/29/2013

Jayson Werth banner replaces Ryan Zimmerman banner at Nats Park
By Dan Steinberg
A banner of Jayson Werth's magic playoff moment has replaced Ryan Zimmerman's walk-off at Nationals Park.

By Dan Steinberg  |  11:25 AM ET, 03/29/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Jayson Werth, Nationals Park, Nats, Ryan Zimmerman

Posted at 03:38 PM ET, 03/04/2013

Nats players use Drake LaRoche to get them out of batting practice
By Sarah Kogod
The Nats use an adorable messenger to tell Johnson it was too cold to hit.

By Sarah Kogod  |  03:38 PM ET, 03/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam LaRoche, Davey Johnson, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 01:43 PM ET, 01/10/2013

Bryce Harper hissing with a rose in his mouth
By Sarah Kogod
This kid really wants that video game cover.

By Sarah Kogod  |  01:43 PM ET, 01/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Bryce Harper, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 10:45 AM ET, 01/10/2013

Bryce Harper campaigning for MLB 13 cover
By Sarah Kogod
The Nats rookie is campaigning pretty hard

By Sarah Kogod  |  10:45 AM ET, 01/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Bryce Harper, Nationals, Nats, Wilson Ramos

Posted at 09:33 AM ET, 01/10/2013

Morning Pixels: Dallas Cowboys twitter blunder
By Sarah Kogod
Perhaps the Cowboys could learn some things from Washington D.C. teams.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:33 AM ET, 01/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Capitals, Caps, DeJon Gomes, John Wall, Morning pixels, Nationals, Nats, Nicklas Backstrom, Redskins, Troy Brouwer, Wizards

Posted at 09:21 AM ET, 12/21/2012

Morning Pixels: Happy Holidays
By Sarah Kogod
Safe travels, everyone!

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:21 AM ET, 12/21/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Capitals, Caps, Danny Espinosa, Denard Span, Jay Beagle, Morning pixels, Nationals, Nats, Redskins, Wizards

Posted at 09:44 AM ET, 12/19/2012

Morning Pixels: Redskins playoff chatter
By Sarah Kogod
A lot needs to happen to clinch a spot this week. But anything's possible.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:44 AM ET, 12/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Gio Gonzalez, Jordan Black, Morning pixels, Nationals, Nats, Randy Wittman, Redskins, Wizards

Posted at 03:27 PM ET, 12/18/2012

Adam LaRoche in seatbelt safety video
By Sarah Kogod
The Nats first baseman says seatbelts are for everyone.

By Sarah Kogod  |  03:27 PM ET, 12/18/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam LaRoche, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 05:13 PM ET, 12/14/2012

Denard Span making himself at home in D.C.
By Sarah Kogod
The new Nats outfielder is going to fit in nicely here.

By Sarah Kogod  |  05:13 PM ET, 12/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Denard Span, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 11:14 AM ET, 12/12/2012

Racing Presidents in the Nutcracker again
By Sarah Kogod
The running mascots grace the stage for the third year.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:14 AM ET, 12/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Nationals, Nats, Racing Presidents

Posted at 02:56 PM ET, 12/10/2012

Michael Morse's honeymoon video
By Sarah Kogod
Morse was kind enough to offer a glimpse into his honeymoon adventures.

By Sarah Kogod  |  02:56 PM ET, 12/10/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Michael Morse, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 10:31 AM ET, 12/06/2012

Beast Appreciation Day for Michael Morse
By Sarah Kogod
Some Nats fans have decided to dedicate this day to Michael Morse.

By Sarah Kogod  |  10:31 AM ET, 12/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Michael Morse, Nationals, Natitude, Nats

Posted at 09:40 AM ET, 12/06/2012

Morning Pixels: Hotel giving 'special consideration' to applicants with initials 'RGIII'
By Sarah Kogod
A hotel staffed with all RGIIIs could make some cash.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:40 AM ET, 12/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  A.J. Price. Shaun Livingston, DeJon Gomes, Gio Gonzalez, Morning pixels, Nationals, Nats, Redskins, RGIII, Robert Griffin III, Wizards

Posted at 12:29 AM ET, 12/04/2012

D.C. athletes tuned in for Redskins-Giants
By Sarah Kogod
RGIII has fellow DMV athletes buzzing about the Redskins.

By Sarah Kogod  |  12:29 AM ET, 12/04/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Bill Hamid, Denard Span, Gio Gonzalez, Kevin Seraphin, Michael Morse, Nationals, Nats, Redskins, Stephen Strasburg, Steve Lombardozzi, Tyler Moore, Wizards

Posted at 08:58 AM ET, 11/30/2012

Morning Pixels: RGIII on his own marketability
By Sarah Kogod
The Redskins rookie says it's not what you look like, but what you represent.

By Sarah Kogod  |  08:58 AM ET, 11/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Denard Span, Morning pixels, Nationals, Nats, Niles Paul, Redskins, RGIII, Robert Griffin III, Wizards

Posted at 10:42 AM ET, 11/26/2012

D.C. sports personalities at Wizards games
By Sarah Kogod
A winless Wizards team still draws support from local athletes.

By Sarah Kogod  |  10:42 AM ET, 11/26/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Ben Olsen, Josh Morgan, Kedric Golston, Mike Rizzo, Nationals, Redskins, Ryan Kerrigan, Wizards

Posted at 01:00 PM ET, 11/19/2012

Michael Morse's wedding photos
By Sarah Kogod
The proud groom was kind enough to share his big day with his fans.

By Sarah Kogod  |  01:00 PM ET, 11/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Michael Morse, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 09:52 AM ET, 11/16/2012

Morning Pixels: Athletes plus Twitter equals free stuff
By Sarah Kogod
Athletes have Twitter all figured out.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:52 AM ET, 11/16/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Caps, Josh Morgan, Michal Neuvirth, Morning pixels, Nationals, Nats, Niles Paul, Pierre Garcon, Redskins, RGIII, Robert Griffin III, Steve Lombardozzi, Wizards

Posted at 02:08 PM ET, 11/15/2012

Mark DeRosa: Nats need Stephen Strasburg
By Dan Steinberg
Former Nats utility man says no team could have stayed with the Nats over seven games if Strasburg were pitching.

By Dan Steinberg  |  02:08 PM ET, 11/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Mark DeRosa, Nationals, Nats, Stephen Strasburg

Posted at 11:59 AM ET, 11/15/2012

Davey Johnson getting himself and his boat in shape
By Sarah Kogod
Johnson returned to Florida postseason to discover his boat had some new tenants.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:59 AM ET, 11/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Davey Johnson, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 04:31 PM ET, 11/14/2012

Byron Leftwich addresses the media in a Nats hat
By Dan Steinberg
New Steelers starting quarterback pays homage to his D.C. roots when addressing the media on Wednesday.

By Dan Steinberg  |  04:31 PM ET, 11/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Byron Leftwich, Nationals, Nats, Steelers

Posted at 04:18 PM ET, 11/12/2012

Nats license plates coming to D.C. and Maryland
By Sarah Kogod
The Nats have announced that team license plates are on the way. Just not if you live in Virginia.

By Sarah Kogod  |  04:18 PM ET, 11/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Nationals, Nats

Posted at 11:25 AM ET, 11/08/2012

Davey Johnson wins a fishing tournament
By Sarah Kogod
Davey Johnson is good at everything.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:25 AM ET, 11/08/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Davey Johnson, Gio Gonzalez, Michael Morse, Mike Rizzo, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 09:41 AM ET, 11/07/2012

Morning Pixels: Dress warmly, D.C. United fans
By Sarah Kogod
Mother nature sure isn't making it easy for United and their fans.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:41 AM ET, 11/07/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Bill Hamid, Bradley Beal, Chris Pontius, D.C. United, Gio Gonzalez, Kedric Golston, Mike Shanahan, Morning pixels, Nationals, Nats, Redskins, Wizards

Posted at 12:02 PM ET, 11/01/2012

Bryce Harpers new commercial is intense
By Sarah Kogod
This new Bryce Harper commercial might be painful for some Nats fans.

By Sarah Kogod  |  12:02 PM ET, 11/01/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Bryce Harper, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 09:22 AM ET, 10/25/2012

Morning Pixels: Top young D.C. athletes
By Sarah Kogod
The list of the best D.C. athletes under 25 is definitely hot for debate.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:22 AM ET, 10/25/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Andy Najar, Bryce Harper, Caps, Cartier Martin, Crystal Langhorne, John Wall, Michael Morse, Morning pixels, Mystics, Nationals, Nats, Redskins, RGIII, Robert Griffin III, Stephen Strasburg, United, Wizards

Posted at 09:17 AM ET, 10/24/2012

Morning Pixels: Show us your pumpkins
By Sarah Kogod
Share pictures of your DMV sports-inspired Halloween celebrations.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:17 AM ET, 10/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Alfred Morris, Brandon Banks, Caps, Halloween, Maryland, Michael Morse, Mike Shanahan, Morning pixels, Nationals, Nats, Redskins, Terps, Wizards

Posted at 12:06 PM ET, 10/19/2012

Nationals on ‘Life After Top Chef’
By Sarah Kogod
An engagement dinner for Ryan Zimmerman was filmed for the Bravo show "Life After Top Chef."

By Sarah Kogod  |  12:06 PM ET, 10/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Craig Stammen, Drew Storen, Mark DeRosa, Michael Morse, Nationals, Nats, Ryan Zimmerman, Tyler Clippard

Posted at 11:39 AM ET, 10/17/2012

Listen to Adam Kilgore hang up on Mike Wise
By Dan Steinberg
After three minutes talking Nats on 106.7 The Fan, The Post's Adam Kilgore got an important phone call and bolted.

By Dan Steinberg  |  11:39 AM ET, 10/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Kilgore, Davey Johnson, Media, Mike Wise, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 05:05 PM ET, 10/16/2012

Drew Storen vs. Yadier Molina
By Dan Steinberg
Honestly, there's not any reason whatsoever for you to look at this post about pitch location in the top of the ninth of Game 5. I have no idea why I'm writing it.

By Dan Steinberg  |  05:05 PM ET, 10/16/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Drew Storen, Nationals, Nats, Yadier Molina

Posted at 02:35 PM ET, 10/16/2012

Ian Desmond ponders the future of baseball in D.C.
By Sarah Kogod
The Nats shortstop found himself thinking about the future of the fans, and took to Twitter to share his concerns.

By Sarah Kogod  |  02:35 PM ET, 10/16/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Ian Desmond, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 04:09 PM ET, 10/15/2012

White House press secretary on Nats loss and RGIII
By Dan Steinberg
Jay Carney said watching Game 5 'felt as if my heart had been torn out and stomped on, on the sidewalk.'

By Dan Steinberg  |  04:09 PM ET, 10/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Barack Obama, Cardinals, Jay Carney, Nationals, Nats, Redskins, RGIII, Robert Griffin III

Posted at 11:47 AM ET, 10/15/2012

Nats players praise fans after loss
By Sarah Kogod
As the pain of the loss fades, Nats fans can take comfort in knowing that the players noticed how great D.C. really is as a sports town.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:47 AM ET, 10/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam LaRoche, Craig Stammen, Mike Rizzo, Nationals, Nats, Ryan Mattheus, Stephen Strasburg

Posted at 10:26 AM ET, 10/15/2012

Morning Pixels: RGIII on the Nats
By Dan Steinberg
The contrast between Friday's Nats meltdown and Sunday's Redskins victory made for some odd sports-talk radio.

By Dan Steinberg  |  10:26 AM ET, 10/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Morning pixels, Nationals, Nats, Redskins

Posted at 01:41 PM ET, 10/13/2012

Automated email to Nats fans about World Series tickets a ‘stunningly stupid error’
By Dan Steinberg
As if the crushing Game 5 loss to the Cardinals wasn't painful enough, many Nats fans were greeted with an early-morning gut punch in their inbox Saturday morning.

By Dan Steinberg  |  01:41 PM ET, 10/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Nationals, Nats

Posted at 06:05 PM ET, 10/12/2012

Edwin Jackson at Ben’s Chili Bowl
By Sarah Kogod
Nationals’ pitcher pays a good luck visit to the legendary restaurant.

By Sarah Kogod  |  06:05 PM ET, 10/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Edwin Jackson, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 06:04 PM ET, 10/12/2012

Mike Wise reenacts Jayson Werth home run with bobblehead
By Sarah Kogod
If you liked Werth's homerun and you're amused by the antics of Mike Wise, then you'll love this.

By Sarah Kogod  |  06:04 PM ET, 10/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Jayson Werth, Mike Wise, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 12:12 PM ET, 10/12/2012

Jayson Werth cupcake is amazing
By Sarah Kogod
This tribute cupcake is a work of art.

By Sarah Kogod  |  12:12 PM ET, 10/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Jayson Werth, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 11:46 AM ET, 10/12/2012

Nats fans sing ‘Take On Me’ in Game 4
By Dan Steinberg
Thursday brought one of the loudest A-ha moments in Nats Park history. Friday will be louder.

By Dan Steinberg  |  11:46 AM ET, 10/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Michael Morse, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 11:26 AM ET, 10/12/2012

Military family reunites during Nats game (Video)
By Sarah Kogod
Thursday's Nats game is one that the Banda family will never forget.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:26 AM ET, 10/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Nationals, Nats

Posted at 10:42 AM ET, 10/12/2012

Nats fans line up for standing room tickets
By Dan Steinberg
Here's what the line looked like outside Nats Park Friday morning, plus other bits of Natitude

By Dan Steinberg  |  10:42 AM ET, 10/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Nationals Park, Natitude, Nats

Posted at 09:49 AM ET, 10/12/2012

Morning Pixels: Nats players show appreciation for the fans
By Sarah Kogod
The crowd at Nats Park last night was electric, and the players noticed.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:49 AM ET, 10/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Chad Tracy, Jayson Werth, Nationals, Nats, Nick Sundberg, RGIII, Robert Griffin III, Ross Detwiler, Ryan Kerrigan, Ryan Zimmerman

Posted at 03:58 PM ET, 10/11/2012

Fans offer to do Nats’ laundry in exchange for stolen bases
By Lindsay Applebaum
Fans with Natitude will go to great lengths for a victory.

By Lindsay Applebaum  |  03:58 PM ET, 10/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Nationals, Nats

Posted at 02:51 PM ET, 10/11/2012

The Nats TV ratings for Game 3 on MLB Network
By Dan Steinberg
The blowout, the start time, the network all conspired to make Game 3 the least watched Nats playoff game thus far.

By Dan Steinberg  |  02:51 PM ET, 10/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Media, MLB Network, Nationals, Nats, TV ratings

Posted at 11:39 AM ET, 10/11/2012

The winning run of the 1924 World Series
By Dan Steinberg
Here's what it looked like when the Senators were moments away from winning the 1924 World Series over the Giants.

By Dan Steinberg  |  11:39 AM ET, 10/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Nationals, Nats, Senators

Posted at 09:37 AM ET, 10/11/2012

Morning Pixels: Everybody stay calm
By Sarah Kogod
The Nats say that now is not the time to panic.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:37 AM ET, 10/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Davey Johnson, Ian Desmond, Jayson Werth, Mark DeRosa, Mike Rizzo, Nationals, Nats, Ross Detwiler, Ryan Mattheus

Posted at 02:41 PM ET, 10/10/2012

Teddy wins again
By Dan Steinberg
For the second time in a week, Racing Teddy has won the race and basked in the cheers.

By Dan Steinberg  |  02:41 PM ET, 10/10/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Nationals, Racing Presidents, Teddy

Posted at 09:04 AM ET, 10/10/2012

Morning Pixels: Welcoming playoff baseball to D.C.
By Sarah Kogod
It's a big day for baseball fans in the District.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:04 AM ET, 10/10/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Bryce Harper, Ian Desmond, Michael Morse, Morning pixels, Nationals, Nats, Orioles, Redskins, RGIII, Robert Griffin III, Stephen Strasburg

Posted at 04:24 PM ET, 10/09/2012

Ad for Cardinal Bank near Nats Park has odd timing
By Sarah Kogod
Thanks to fate, this ad now has some unfortunate timing.

By Sarah Kogod  |  04:24 PM ET, 10/09/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 03:39 PM ET, 10/09/2012

Leo Mazzone rips Nationals again
By Dan Steinberg
Former Braves pitching coach again criticizes the Nationals for shutting down Strasburg, says he's rooting against them

By Dan Steinberg  |  03:39 PM ET, 10/09/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Leo Mazzone, Mike Rizzo, Nationals, Nats, Stephen Strasburg

Posted at 11:28 AM ET, 10/09/2012

Gio Gonzalez has a new T-shirt line
By Sarah Kogod
Gio can now add "fashion designer" to his growing list of accomplishments.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:28 AM ET, 10/09/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Gio Gonzalez, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 05:04 PM ET, 10/08/2012

Local bars address Nats vs. NFL issue
By Sarah Kogod
Some local bars are learning how to let the Nats and football coexist in their establishments.

By Sarah Kogod  |  05:04 PM ET, 10/08/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Nationals, Nats

Posted at 12:34 PM ET, 10/08/2012

Nats set D.C. baseball ratings record
By Dan Steinberg
Washington's first MLB playoff game since 1933 is the Nationals' highest-rated local TV broadcast.

By Dan Steinberg  |  12:34 PM ET, 10/08/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Nationals, Redskins, TV ratings

Posted at 10:29 AM ET, 10/05/2012

Morning Pixels: Some Nats predictions
By Sarah Kogod
A few outside predictions on how the Nats will fare in the playoffs

By Sarah Kogod  |  10:29 AM ET, 10/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Morning pixels, Nationals, Nats, RGIII, Robert Griffin III, Trent Williams

Posted at 10:33 AM ET, 10/02/2012

Gio Gonzalez calls Mark Lerner ‘The pimp with the limp’
By Sarah Kogod
The pitcher, referring to Mark Lerner's hobble after foot surgery in July, calls the Nats owner "The pimp with the limp."

By Sarah Kogod  |  10:33 AM ET, 10/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Gio Gonzalez, Mark Lerner, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 04:13 PM ET, 09/25/2012

‘Teddy in 2012’ series coming
By Dan Steinberg
With a series in his honor coming, the racing mascot was seen training with the Army at Fort McNair.

By Dan Steinberg  |  04:13 PM ET, 09/25/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Teddy Roosevelt, Presidents Race, Nationals Park

Posted at 03:36 PM ET, 09/24/2012

A look at the Sun Monster
By Dan Steinberg
Want to imagine what it’s like trying to catch a baseball in center field of Nats Park during a matinee? Check this out.

By Dan Steinberg  |  03:36 PM ET, 09/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Sun Monster, Bryce Harper, Jayson Werth, Nationals Park

Posted at 12:40 PM ET, 09/24/2012

David Gregory and Bruce Springsteen shout out the Nats
By Dan Steinberg
The Meet the Press host shows off his Playoffs hat, and the singer mentions the baseball team at Nats Park.

By Dan Steinberg  |  12:40 PM ET, 09/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  David Gregory, Wolf Blitzer, Bruce Springsteen, Nationals Park

Posted at 04:44 PM ET, 09/20/2012

Lou Diamond Phillips at the Nats game
By Dan Steinberg
Just can’t keep celebrities away from Nationals Park nowadays. They’re everywhere. Like the political reporters.

By Dan Steinberg  |  04:44 PM ET, 09/20/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Lou Diamond Phillips, Nationals Park

Posted at 10:26 PM ET, 09/05/2012

Nats announce they’ll limit season-ticket sales in 2013
By Dan Steinberg
A letter from the Lerner family sets a 20,000-seat cap on next year's season ticket sales.

By Dan Steinberg  |  10:26 PM ET, 09/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Lerner family, Nationals Park, Natitude

Posted at 02:31 PM ET, 09/05/2012

The Nats and the wave
By Dan Steinberg
Fans seem split on whether Nats Park should banish the wave, so we got a few players to chime in.

By Dan Steinberg  |  02:31 PM ET, 09/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park, Drew Storen, Ryan Mattheus, Tyler Clippard, John Lannan, Craig Stammen

Posted at 12:36 PM ET, 08/03/2012

The Nats are playing ‘Nuts About the Nats’
By Dan Steinberg
Cheeseball anthem from 2008 is now a Nats Park staple, which is awesome.

By Dan Steinberg  |  12:36 PM ET, 08/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park, Charlie Brotman

Posted at 04:35 PM ET, 08/02/2012

Joe Biden adds to list of Nats’ high-powered visitors
By Dan Steinberg
Veep joins at least five Supreme Court justices and five Cabinet members in visiting the home of the first-place Nats.

By Dan Steinberg  |  04:35 PM ET, 08/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park, Supreme Court, Joe Biden, Natitude

Posted at 03:19 PM ET, 08/02/2012

Mike Rizzo: ‘People don’t know what the hell they’re talking about’
By Dan Steinberg
Nats GM gets increasingly feisty as he answers Strasburg Shutdown questions number 1,013 and 1,014.

By Dan Steinberg  |  03:19 PM ET, 08/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Mike Rizzo, Stephen Strasburg, Nationals

Posted at 09:13 AM ET, 08/01/2012

Morning pixels: Nats set July attendance mark
By Dan Steinberg
Having settled in first place for weeks, the Nats are now setting franchise attendance marks.

By Dan Steinberg  |  09:13 AM ET, 08/01/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Caps, Nats, Redskins | Tags:  Nationals Park, Ryan Zimmerman, Bryce Harper, Alex Ovechkin, Mike Shanahan, Kirk Cousins

Posted at 11:13 AM ET, 07/31/2012

Nats will offer 2012 playoff ticket option to 2013 season ticket holders
By Dan Steinberg
Team is leveraging this season’s success to drive up next season’s ticket holding base.

By Dan Steinberg  |  11:13 AM ET, 07/31/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park, Natitude

Posted at 09:48 AM ET, 07/31/2012

Morning pixels: The Phillies are coming
By Dan Steinberg
The first time they visited D.C. this season, Nats fans were told to Take Back the Park. This time, they can stifle laughter.

By Dan Steinberg  |  09:48 AM ET, 07/31/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats, Redskins | Tags:  Leonard Hankerson, Nationals Park

Posted at 02:56 PM ET, 07/24/2012

Potomac Nationals choose replacement mascot
By Sarah Kogod
Sadly, the P Nats fans did not choose The Pickle.

By Sarah Kogod  |  02:56 PM ET, 07/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Minor League Baseball | Tags:  Potomac Nationals

Posted at 01:39 PM ET, 07/13/2012

First-half Natitude, in pictures
By Dan Steinberg
The Nats’ surge into first place has led to team spirit among a bunch of happy fans.

By Dan Steinberg  |  01:39 PM ET, 07/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park, Natitude

Posted at 01:57 PM ET, 07/12/2012

Potomac Nationals to have mascot faceoff
By Sarah Kogod
With more than thirty responses to their call for help, the P-Nats will let the fans decide on the replacement mascot.

By Sarah Kogod  |  01:57 PM ET, 07/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Minor League Baseball, D.C. United | Tags:  Potomac Nationals

Posted at 12:40 PM ET, 07/12/2012

Mark Lerner on the Nats’ first-half attendance
By Dan Steinberg
With the Nats set for their best-attended season since 2005, principal owner says ‘it’ll get tougher to get tickets as the season goes on.’

By Dan Steinberg  |  12:40 PM ET, 07/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Mark Lerner, Nationals Park

Posted at 10:34 AM ET, 07/11/2012

Nats wounded warriors and the celebrity softball game
By Dan Steinberg
Wearing a Curly W cap, Matt Kinsey went 3-for-3 and earned MVP honors at the MLB celebrity softball game.

By Dan Steinberg  |  10:34 AM ET, 07/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Gio Gonzalez, Wounded Warriors, Nationals Park

Posted at 04:30 PM ET, 07/06/2012

Potomac Nationals place mascot on the DL
By Sarah Kogod
The P-Nats are looking for volunteer mascots to fill in for the injured Uncle Slam.

By Sarah Kogod  |  04:30 PM ET, 07/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Minor League Baseball | Tags:  Potomac Nationals

Posted at 02:05 PM ET, 07/05/2012

The Nationals on their popularity in D.C.
By Dan Steinberg
Ryan Zimmerman confirms that the public reaction players receive is different than during the 100-loss years.

By Dan Steinberg  |  02:05 PM ET, 07/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park, Natitude, Ryan Zimmerman, Gio Gonzalez, Drew Storen

Posted at 12:02 PM ET, 07/05/2012

Nats will use 1924 baseball before turn back the clock night
By Dan Steinberg
With the team outfitted in uniforms from the World Series year, the first pitch will involve a World Series ball.

By Dan Steinberg  |  12:02 PM ET, 07/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Phil Wood, Nationals Park, Walter Johnson

Posted at 11:07 AM ET, 07/05/2012

July 4th Natitude
By Dan Steinberg
With attendance booming, Nats fans are acting increasingly weird. Natitude, or whatever.

By Dan Steinberg  |  11:07 AM ET, 07/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Natitude, Nationals Park

Posted at 10:16 PM ET, 07/03/2012

Nats put 1924 throwbacks on sale at team store
By Dan Steinberg
Get a World Series replica jersey with a 19-year old’s name on it for $125 this week.

By Dan Steinberg  |  10:16 PM ET, 07/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park

Posted at 03:50 PM ET, 06/28/2012

Nats will wear 1924 uniforms on turn-back-the-clock night
By Dan Steinberg
July 5 game against the Giants will also feature throwback scorecards, and cheap-o refreshments.

By Dan Steinberg  |  03:50 PM ET, 06/28/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park, Washington Senators

Posted at 10:24 AM ET, 06/28/2012

Nats merchandise sales up 60 percent
By Dan Steinberg
The team’s record and TV ratings aren’t the only things way up over the past 12 months.

By Dan Steinberg  |  10:24 AM ET, 06/28/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park, Andy Feffer

Posted at 11:20 AM ET, 06/20/2012

Nats-Orioles trash talk video
By Sarah Kogod
To commemorate this weekends Battle of the Beltway, here is a Nats fan and an Orioles fan trading insults.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:20 AM ET, 06/20/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats, Orioles | Tags:  Nationals, Orioles, Nats

Posted at 03:15 PM ET, 06/19/2012

Ian Desmond invites RGIII and ‘any other Skins’ to a future Nats game
By Sarah Kogod
The Redskins superstar rookie quarterback accepts Desmond’s offer of a night at the ballpark.

By Sarah Kogod  |  03:15 PM ET, 06/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats, Redskins | Tags:  Redskins, Nats, Nationals, Robert Griffin III, Ian Desmond

Posted at 09:50 AM ET, 06/18/2012

Steve McCatty coaching Steve Urkel
By Dan Steinberg
Before Jaleel White threw out the first pitch on Saturday, he got some top-level Nats coaching.

By Dan Steinberg  |  09:50 AM ET, 06/18/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Steve Urkel, Steve McCatty, Nationals Park, Natitude

Posted at 09:18 AM ET, 06/18/2012

Batting stance guy makes Nats trading cards
By Dan Steinberg
While hosting a charity event for Ryan Zimmerman, the famous impersonator busts out some large trading cards.

By Dan Steinberg  |  09:18 AM ET, 06/18/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Batting Stance Guy, Nationals Park, Ryan Zimmerman, Bryce Harper, Stephen Strasburg, Jayson Werth

Posted at 08:29 AM ET, 06/18/2012

Morning pixels: John Sterling on Nats fans
By Dan Steinberg
When some of the home team fans took off during extra innings Saturday, the Yankees’ radio team was not impressed.

By Dan Steinberg  |  08:29 AM ET, 06/18/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park, John Sterling, Natitude, Stephen Strasburg

Posted at 12:26 AM ET, 06/17/2012

Nats-Yankees: Tyler Moore was safe
By Dan Steinberg
Crucial call in 8th inning of Washington’s loss on Saturday went against the home team. Replay now.

By Dan Steinberg  |  12:26 AM ET, 06/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Adam LaRoche, Nationals Park, MASN, Tyler Moore

Posted at 01:24 PM ET, 06/15/2012

Nats-Yankees tickets, attendance and hype
By Dan Steinberg
A few nuggets of information as the most eagerly anticipated D.C. baseball series in Nats Park history approaches.

By Dan Steinberg  |  01:24 PM ET, 06/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park

Posted at 11:29 AM ET, 06/15/2012

Ian Desmond wants Nats anthem tradition
By Sarah Kogod
Desmond has vowed to lead the charge on a new Nats anthem tradition.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:29 AM ET, 06/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nats, Nationals, Ian Desmond

Posted at 09:10 AM ET, 06/15/2012

Morning pixels: Bryce Harper inspired beer
By Sarah Kogod
A special Clown Question brew, A-Rod on the Nats and a Father’s Day ditty.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:10 AM ET, 06/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats, Wizards, Redskins | Tags:  Nationals, Nats, Wizards, Mystics, Redskins, Bryce Harper, Stephen Strasburg, Brandon Banks

Posted at 03:08 PM ET, 06/14/2012

Gio Gonzalez deletes Twitter date request
By Sarah Kogod
It appears the Nats pitcher has had a change of heart and is no longer looking for a date.

By Sarah Kogod  |  03:08 PM ET, 06/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nats, Nationals, Gio Gonzalez

Posted at 11:38 AM ET, 06/13/2012

Bryce Harper’s monstrous home run
By Sarah Kogod
Harper crushes the ball, hugs Gonzalez.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:38 AM ET, 06/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nats, Nationals, Bryce Harper

Posted at 09:54 AM ET, 06/13/2012

Bryce Harper: ‘That’s a clown question, bro’ [Video]
By Sarah Kogod
Harper’s response to a media question is the most Harper thing ever.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:54 AM ET, 06/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nats, Nationals, Bryce Harper

Posted at 09:34 AM ET, 06/13/2012

Morning pixels: Athletes need love, too, Redskins’ Josh Wilson says
By Sarah Kogod
Redskins cornerback Josh Wilson deals with detractors and Bryce Harper shuts down a media member.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:34 AM ET, 06/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats, Redskins | Tags:  Redskins, Nationals, Nats, Bryce Harper, Josh Wilson, Ian Desmond

Posted at 04:52 PM ET, 06/11/2012

Gio Gonzalez needs a date
By Sarah Kogod
Personable Nats pitcher Gio Gonzalez took to Twitter to find a date for Saturday’s Dream Gala.

By Sarah Kogod  |  04:52 PM ET, 06/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nats, Nationals, Gio Gonzalez

Posted at 12:27 PM ET, 06/11/2012

Nats fans who fill out thousands of all-star ballots
By Dan Steinberg
What does it take to fill out 5,000 All-Star ballots in support of the Nats? I found out.

By Dan Steinberg  |  12:27 PM ET, 06/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Jayson Werth, Nationals Park, Michael Morse

Posted at 03:59 PM ET, 06/07/2012

Could you complete 10,000 All-Star Game Ballots?
By Dan Steinberg
The Nats are offering incentives to fans who polish off huge numbers of ballots. This could be you.

By Dan Steinberg  |  03:59 PM ET, 06/07/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park, Bryce Harper

Posted at 11:17 AM ET, 06/07/2012

The Nats, Metro and extra innings
By Dan Steinberg
Some fans were unhappy when they had to leave Tuesday night’s game early to catch a train. Here’s the explanation.

By Dan Steinberg  |  11:17 AM ET, 06/07/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park, WMATA, Metro

Posted at 09:08 AM ET, 06/07/2012

Morning pixels: Leonsis responds to being called ‘cheap’
By Sarah Kogod
Leonsis responds and saying goodbye to Mike Knuble.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:08 AM ET, 06/07/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Caps, Mystics, Nats, Redskins, Wizards | Tags:  Redskins, Wizards, Capitals, Caps, Nationals, Nats, Dan Dnyder, Ted Leonsis, Mike Wise, Mike Knuble, Mystics, Matee Ajavon, Natasha Lacey

Posted at 10:44 AM ET, 06/06/2012

Man in Beast costume pays tribute to Michael Morse
By Dan Steinberg
With Beast Mode back in the lineup, one fan has gone to extraordinary lengths to pay his respects.

By Dan Steinberg  |  10:44 AM ET, 06/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Michael Morse, Beast Mode, Nationals Park

Posted at 11:46 AM ET, 06/05/2012

Drew Storen schools Darren Rovell
By Sarah Kogod
The Nats injured closer took the time to explain the intricacies of player travel to an uninformed Rovell.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:46 AM ET, 06/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nats, Nationals, Drew Storen

Posted at 10:23 AM ET, 06/05/2012

Bryce Harper’s hits now aiding in environmental awareness
By Sarah Kogod
We’re not the only ones who see the value of using the words Bryce Harper in a headline.

By Sarah Kogod  |  10:23 AM ET, 06/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nats, Nationals, Bryce Harper

Posted at 02:59 PM ET, 06/04/2012

Adam LaRoche: Nats have a ‘few rednecks’
By Sarah Kogod
The Nats first baseman shares his thoughts on why Gio Gonzalez would make an awful hunter.

By Sarah Kogod  |  02:59 PM ET, 06/04/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals, Nats, Adam LaRoche, Gio Gonzalez, Stephen Strasburg

Posted at 10:55 AM ET, 06/04/2012

Hundreds of trombonists at Nationals Park
By Dan Steinberg
The pursuit of a world record brought more than 300 trombone players to the warning track before a game that would not be played.

By Dan Steinberg  |  10:55 AM ET, 06/04/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park

Posted at 12:56 PM ET, 06/01/2012

Don’t walk down the aisles during play at Nats games
By Dan Steinberg
New policy at Nats Park will keep fans from walking to their seats during the action.

By Dan Steinberg  |  12:56 PM ET, 06/01/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park

Posted at 09:37 AM ET, 06/01/2012

Morning pixels: Spelling is a sport?
By Sarah Kogod
At what point did spelling bees become an ESPN program covered by sports people?

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:37 AM ET, 06/01/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats, Redskins, Terps | Tags:  Redskins, Robert Griffin III, Terps, Maryland, Nationals, Nats

Posted at 12:46 PM ET, 05/31/2012

Ryan Perry button fail, Adam LaRoche kiss cam
By Sarah Kogod
Between missing a button on his uniform and giving up a home run, it’s safe to assume that Ryan Perry was distracted last night.

By Sarah Kogod  |  12:46 PM ET, 05/31/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nats, Nationals, Ryan Perry, Adam LaRoche

Posted at 10:02 AM ET, 05/31/2012

Gio Gonzalez talks Chewbacca and his happy place
By Sarah Kogod
Gio’s reaction to a naughty question from Betty White might be the best part of this video.

By Sarah Kogod  |  10:02 AM ET, 05/31/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals, Nats, Gio Gonzalez

Posted at 09:10 AM ET, 05/31/2012

Morning pixels: Wizards secure third overall pick in the draft
By Sarah Kogod
Who the Wizards will take with the third overall pick is anyone’s guess.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:10 AM ET, 05/31/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats, Wizards | Tags:  Wizards, Nationals, Bryce Harper, Davey Johnson, Chris Pontius

Posted at 03:22 PM ET, 05/30/2012

Nats attempting to set trombone record
By Sarah Kogod
Consider this fair warning if you’re offended by the idea of 500 trombones at Nats Park.

By Sarah Kogod  |  03:22 PM ET, 05/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals

Posted at 11:40 AM ET, 05/30/2012

Cal Ripken Jr. gives edge to Nats over Orioles
By Sarah Kogod
The famed Oriole says the Nats’ pitching depth gives them the edge.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:40 AM ET, 05/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats, Orioles | Tags:  Nats, Nationals, Bryce Harper

Posted at 10:59 AM ET, 05/30/2012

Bryce Harper inspired roommate prank
By Sarah Kogod
A painted tribute to Harper on your wall makes a good birthday present.

By Sarah Kogod  |  10:59 AM ET, 05/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats, Orioles | Tags:  Nats, Nationals, Bryce Harper, Orioles, Adam Jones

Posted at 12:14 PM ET, 05/29/2012

Gio Gonzalez calls for more ‘Chicken Mode stuff’
By Sarah Kogod
The Nats pitcher has called for a rubber chicken sacrifice to benefit the catchers.

By Sarah Kogod  |  12:14 PM ET, 05/29/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals, Nats, Gio Gonzalez

Posted at 12:50 PM ET, 05/25/2012

Morning pixels: DMV sports headed into some lean times
By Sarah Kogod
D.C. athletes kept themselves busy on a collective night off.

By Sarah Kogod  |  12:50 PM ET, 05/25/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats, Redskins | Tags:  Redskins, Nationals, Robert Griffin III, Brandon Banks, Niles Paul, Brian Orakpo, Ryan Zimmerman, Adam LaRoche, Bryce Harper

Posted at 09:24 AM ET, 05/24/2012

Morning pixels: Female sports fans are in the spotlight this week
By Sarah Kogod
A new show is creating controversy, Bryce Harper on ESPN and John Wall takes in a Mystics game.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:24 AM ET, 05/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats, Wizards, Redskins, Mystics | Tags:  Nationals, Redskins, Wizards, Mystics, Bryce Harper, John Wall, Mystics

Posted at 02:17 PM ET, 05/23/2012

Gio Gonzalez gives personalized headphones to Nats rotation
By Sarah Kogod
He is adding to the list of reasons why he’s one of the DMV’s most likeable athletes.

By Sarah Kogod  |  02:17 PM ET, 05/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals, Gio Gonzalez

Posted at 10:21 AM ET, 05/23/2012

Morning pixels: Redskins still lose cap space
By Sarah Kogod
What the latest ruling means and Tyler Clippard on winning in Philly.

By Sarah Kogod  |  10:21 AM ET, 05/23/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Redskins, Nats, Mystics | Tags:  Redskins, Nationals, Tyler Clippard, Roy Helu, Jr., Ivan Carter, John Wall, Mystics

Posted at 12:48 PM ET, 05/18/2012

Davey Johnson not a fan of Orioles fans anthem tradition
By Sarah Kogod
The Nationals manager asks that you leave your ‘O!’ at home.

By Sarah Kogod  |  12:48 PM ET, 05/18/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Redskins, Orioles | Tags:  Nationals, Orioles, Davey Johnson

Posted at 10:41 AM ET, 05/17/2012

Giant Bryce Harper head at Nats Park
By Dan Steinberg
Giant head fad continues with a giant head starring the Nats phenom outfielder.

By Dan Steinberg  |  10:41 AM ET, 05/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Bryce Harper, Jayson Werth, Nationals Park

Posted at 09:41 AM ET, 05/17/2012

Morning pixels: Mascots, Michael Morse and remembering a legend
By Sarah Kogod
Wizards mascot G-Wiz ranked as one of NBA’s best.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:41 AM ET, 05/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Redskins, Wizards, Nationals, United

Posted at 06:30 PM ET, 05/16/2012

Michael Morse says Stephen Strasburg Hot Stuff incident didn’t happen
By Sarah Kogod
With Stephen Strasburg denying the incident, Ointment-Gate continues.

By Sarah Kogod  |  06:30 PM ET, 05/16/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats, D.C. Sports Bog | Tags:  Nationals, Stephen Strasburg, Michael Morse

Posted at 01:05 PM ET, 05/16/2012

Nationals fans sacrifice a rubber chicken at Nats Park
By Dan Steinberg
Davey Johnson talked about chicken sacrifice to solve the injury woes. Here’s the next best thing.

By Dan Steinberg  |  01:05 PM ET, 05/16/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Davey Johnson, Nationals Park

Posted at 10:55 AM ET, 05/16/2012

Bryce Harper takes in UFC card at Patriot Center
By Sarah Kogod
Getting to sit cageside and have your picture taken with a Playboy Playmate means it’s good to be Bryce Harper.

By Sarah Kogod  |  10:55 AM ET, 05/16/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals, Edwin Jackson, Bryce Harper

Posted at 08:39 AM ET, 05/16/2012

Rob Dibble still telling Stephen Strasburg to suck it up
By Sarah Kogod
No one likes to criticize the Nats and Strasburg more than Rob Dibble.

By Sarah Kogod  |  08:39 AM ET, 05/16/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals, Stephen Strasburg

Posted at 01:21 PM ET, 05/15/2012

Bryce Harper’s mom made cookies for Gio Gonzalez
By Sarah Kogod
The Nats pitcher talks about Mama Harper’s cookies and ‘Dumb and Dumber.’

By Sarah Kogod  |  01:21 PM ET, 05/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals, Bryce Harper, Gio Gonzalez

Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 05/11/2012

Screech skydives with the Golden Knights
By Sarah Kogod
Nationals mascot Screech has learned to fly.

By Sarah Kogod  |  12:00 PM ET, 05/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals, Screech

Posted at 11:32 AM ET, 05/11/2012

MSNBC: Bryce Harper hit by pitch because of his beard
By Sarah Kogod
Cole Hamels possibly intimidated by Harper’s ‘jaw thrusting behaviors’.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:32 AM ET, 05/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Nationals, Bryce Harper

Posted at 03:32 PM ET, 05/09/2012

Bryce Harper potentially worth $400 million, says ‘someone’
By Sarah Kogod
The idea of Bryce Harper making $400 million in pinstripes makes my head hurt.

By Sarah Kogod  |  03:32 PM ET, 05/09/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals, Bryce Harper

Posted at 09:23 AM ET, 05/09/2012

Morning pixels: Talking about beanball is not OK
By Sarah Kogod
Who is really old-school, America’s most beautiful city and what to do if you see a dinosaur in the woods.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:23 AM ET, 05/09/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Caps, Nats | Tags:  Nationals, Capitals, Bryce Harper, Brooks Laich

Posted at 04:56 PM ET, 05/08/2012

Andy Feffer on Take Back the Park weekend
By Dan Steinberg
The Nats COO reflects on one of the most highly hyped series in Nationals Park history

By Dan Steinberg  |  04:56 PM ET, 05/08/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park, Andy Feffer, Natitude

Posted at 10:55 AM ET, 05/08/2012

Screech throws Phillies fans out of Natmobile
By Dan Steinberg
With the Nats-Phillies rival in full bloom, here’s a video of Screech transporting Philly fans back to Citizens Bank Park.

By Dan Steinberg  |  10:55 AM ET, 05/08/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Screech, Nationals Park

Posted at 11:22 AM ET, 05/07/2012

Nats replace Philly Steak Sandwich with Natitude Steak Sandwich
By Dan Steinberg
Nationals Park wasn’t the only baseball thing renamed over one glorious weekend in May.

By Dan Steinberg  |  11:22 AM ET, 05/07/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park, Natitude

Posted at 09:47 AM ET, 05/07/2012

Morning pixels: Natitude takes over
By Dan Steinberg
For most of a three-day weekend, the Nats’ marketing slogan was an inescapable buzzword. That’s a marketing win.

By Dan Steinberg  |  09:47 AM ET, 05/07/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Caps, Redskins, Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park, Bryce Harper, Dale Hunter, Robert Griffin III, Cole Hamels, Bryce Harper

Posted at 09:11 PM ET, 05/06/2012

Bryce Harper steals home
By Sarah Kogod
The Nationals young phenom steals home. This kid isn’t playing around.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:11 PM ET, 05/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals, Bryce Harper

Posted at 09:20 AM ET, 05/04/2012

The Natitude Park sign
By Dan Steinberg
With Take Back the Park weekend finally here, the Nats go all in with a new sign outside the center field gate.

By Dan Steinberg  |  09:20 AM ET, 05/04/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Natitude, Nationals Park

Posted at 08:57 AM ET, 05/04/2012

Morning pixels: Philly paper promises ‘March on Washington’
By Dan Steinberg
If you thought Phillies fans would take the Take Back the Park’ campaign quietly, think again.

By Dan Steinberg  |  08:57 AM ET, 05/04/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Andy Feffer, Bryce Harper, Nationals Park, Mike Rizzo

Posted at 11:06 AM ET, 05/03/2012

Vincent Gray declares ‘Natitude Weekend’ in D.C.
By Dan Steinberg
With the much-hyped Phillies series finally here, Washington’s mayor gets in on the hype.

By Dan Steinberg  |  11:06 AM ET, 05/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park, Vincent Gray

Posted at 01:16 PM ET, 05/02/2012

The attendance at Bryce Harper’s home debut
By Dan Steinberg
Yet again, a sub-par fan showing at a big Nats game has media folks tut-tutting.

By Dan Steinberg  |  01:16 PM ET, 05/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Bryce Harper, Nationals Park

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 05/02/2012

Gio Gonzalez flies his barber in from Oakland
By Sarah Kogod
There’s certainly a barber in the DMV that is good enough to save Gio the airfare.

By Sarah Kogod  |  08:00 AM ET, 05/02/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals, Gio Gonzalez

Posted at 03:52 PM ET, 05/01/2012

Tom Willis to throw first pitch at Nats game
By Dan Steinberg
D.C. native and longtime Washington baseball fan will throw Wednesday night’s first pitch. Also, he was born without arms.

By Dan Steinberg  |  03:52 PM ET, 05/01/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Tom Willis, Nationals Park

Posted at 09:03 AM ET, 05/01/2012

Morning pixels: Ovi’s time on ice
By Sarah Kogod
Even in a win, Ovi’s lack of playing time is the story of the night.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:03 AM ET, 05/01/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Caps, Nats, Terps, Redskins, Wizards | Tags:  Capitals, Alex Ovechkin, Nationals, Wizards, Redskins

Posted at 03:43 PM ET, 04/30/2012

Nats will honor usher injured in dog attack on children
By Dan Steinberg
After Andre Hawthorne threw himself in between kids and dogs on his way home from Nats Park, the team will honor him on Tuesday.

By Dan Steinberg  |  03:43 PM ET, 04/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park

Posted at 09:21 AM ET, 04/20/2012

Morning pixels: Robert Griffin III is ‘selfish’
By Sarah Kogod
An anonymous scout from an anonymous report anonymously claims that RGIII doesn’t treat people well.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:21 AM ET, 04/20/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Caps, Nats, Redskins, Wizards | Tags:  Redskins, Nationals, Caps, Robert Griffin III, Wizards

Posted at 11:19 AM ET, 04/18/2012

Davey Johnson is calm under fire (alarm)
By Sarah Kogod
The Nationals manager is like a captain willing to go down with his ship.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:19 AM ET, 04/18/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals, Davey Johnson

Posted at 09:56 AM ET, 04/16/2012

Images from the Potomac Nationals’ Titanic Day
By Dan Steinberg
Check out the string quartet and the giant iceberg the P-Nats used to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Titanic disaster.

By Dan Steinberg  |  09:56 AM ET, 04/16/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Potomac Nationals, Chick-fil-A

Posted at 09:54 AM ET, 04/12/2012

The StrasBurger comes with a $59 price tag
By Sarah Kogod
The monster burger is the perfect snack for you and seven of your closest friends.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:54 AM ET, 04/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals, Stephen Strasburg

Posted at 09:05 AM ET, 04/12/2012

Morning pixels: Nationals Home Opener
By Sarah Kogod
The Nationals open at home, the Caps start the playoff on the road and it’s National Grilled Cheese Day.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:05 AM ET, 04/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Caps, Nats, Terps, Wizards, Redskins | Tags:  Wizards, Nationals, Drew Storen, Redskins, RGIII, Maryland, Stephen Strasburg

Posted at 09:05 AM ET, 04/06/2012

Morning pixels: Enjoy being a D.C. sports fan today
By Sarah Kogod
The pressure is off fans, if only for a moment.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:05 AM ET, 04/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Caps, Nats, Redskins, Wizards | Tags:  Nationals, Capitals, Redskins, Wizards, Gregg Williams

Posted at 09:00 AM ET, 04/05/2012

Morning pixels: Happy Nats Opening Day
By Sarah Kogod
Today we begin to see if the Nationals are the playoff contenders we’ve been told they are.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:00 AM ET, 04/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats, Redskins | Tags:  Nationals, Redskins, Howard University, RGIII, John Lannan

Posted at 11:32 AM ET, 03/30/2012

Nats have an omelet station in the locker room
By Sarah Kogod
Storen reveals the new culinary delight during a locker room tour.

By Sarah Kogod  |  11:32 AM ET, 03/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats, What You Need to Know | Tags:  Nationals, Drew Storen

Posted at 09:00 AM ET, 03/28/2012

Morning pixels: Desperate times for Capitals
By Sarah Kogod
The Caps are in a bad way, former D.C. sports folks are making news and beware of geese.

By Sarah Kogod  |  09:00 AM ET, 03/28/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Caps, Redskins, Nats, Terps, Wizards | Tags:  Capitals, Wizards, Nationals, Redskins, Mike Shanahan, Morning Pixels, Terps

Posted at 10:42 AM ET, 02/07/2012

Nats ‘Take Back the Park’ campaign hits front page of Philadelphia Inquirer
By Dan Steinberg
It might have been a D2 Sports Bog story in D.C., but it was front page news in Philly.

By Dan Steinberg  |  10:42 AM ET, 02/07/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Andy Feffer, Take Back the Park, Nationals Park

Posted at 03:55 PM ET, 02/01/2012

Why Nats Park was glowing green
By Dan Steinberg
The scoreboard was being tested this week. No St. Patrick’s Day celebrations of alien landings.

By Dan Steinberg  |  03:55 PM ET, 02/01/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Nats | Tags:  Nationals Park