Tuesday, rain washed out the series opener in St. Louis, meaning that for the sixth time in 20 days since the season started, the Nationals did not play.

By Adam Kilgore | 10:52 PM ET, 04/19/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:31 PM ET, 04/19/2011

Game 16 discussion thread: Nationals at Cardinals

By Adam Kilgore

The Nationals, if weather allows, will try to match their longest winning streak from all of last season.

By Adam Kilgore | 07:31 PM ET, 04/19/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:21 PM ET, 04/19/2011

Adam LaRoche feeling ‘better’ about his throwing shoulder

By Adam Kilgore

Despite an odd throw Sunday, Adam LaRoche’s shoulder is showing improvement.

By Adam Kilgore | 07:21 PM ET, 04/19/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:32 PM ET, 04/19/2011

Ryan Zimmerman not traveling with the Nationals

By Adam Kilgore

Ryan Zimmerman remained in Washington so he could treat his strained abdominal muscle, another sign he’ll spend more than the minimum amount of time on the DL.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:32 PM ET, 04/19/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:40 PM ET, 04/19/2011

MLB comments on Yerwi Guillen’s death

By Adam Kilgore

A league official expresses sorrow for the death of Yerwi Guillen, the 18-year-old who died Friday of bacterial meningitis.

By Adam Kilgore | 04:40 PM ET, 04/19/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:15 PM ET, 04/19/2011

Today’s Nationals-Cardinals lineups

By Adam Kilgore

Opening their series in St. Louis, the Nationals are going with what’s been their standard lineup recently.

By Adam Kilgore | 04:15 PM ET, 04/19/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/19/2011

Will the Nationals’ rotation keep this up?

By Adam Kilgore

Examining the Nationals’ rotation’s chances to keep up their excellent start

By Adam Kilgore | 06:00 AM ET, 04/19/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:59 PM ET, 04/18/2011

Nationals not rushing Henry Rodriguez

By Adam Kilgore

The Nationals are pleased with Rodriguez’s progress at Class AAA, but they’re in no rush to bring him to Washington.

By Adam Kilgore | 05:59 PM ET, 04/18/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:06 PM ET, 04/18/2011

Jayson Werth’s effect on the Nationals’ plate patience

By Adam Kilgore

Jayson Werth has brought a new level of plate discipline to the Nationals

By Adam Kilgore | 01:06 PM ET, 04/18/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/18/2011

Jason Marquis bounces back

By Adam Kilgore

Jason Marquis is showing why the Nationals believed he could provide a reliable piece of their rotation.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:00 AM ET, 04/18/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:10 PM ET, 04/17/2011

Danny Espinosa makes his impact felt — from the left side

By Adam Kilgore

Danny Espinosa has generally been a better right-handed hitter than left-handed, but Sunday he drove in six runs from the left side.

By Adam Kilgore | 11:10 PM ET, 04/17/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:03 PM ET, 04/17/2011

Jayson Werth misses first Nationals game with ‘aches and pains’

By Adam Kilgore

Jayson Werth missed a game for the first time, but he will return to the lineup Tuesday.

By Adam Kilgore | 10:03 PM ET, 04/17/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:12 PM ET, 04/17/2011

Game 15 discussion thread: Nationals vs. Brewers

By Adam Kilgore

Talk about Game 2 of today’s doubelheader as the Nationals try for a sweep with Livan Hernandez on the mound.

By Adam Kilgore | 05:12 PM ET, 04/17/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:25 PM ET, 04/17/2011

Game 14 discussion thread: Nationals vs. Brewers

By Adam Kilgore

Jason Marquis will face the Brewers and Yovani Gallardo in Game 1 of a straight doubleheader.

By Adam Kilgore | 01:25 PM ET, 04/17/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:02 PM ET, 04/17/2011

Todd Coffey will come back quick, but Collin Balester isn’t worried about that

By Adam Kilgore

Todd Coffey’s left calf strain will not hold him out for long, but Collin Balester won’t worry about a potentially short stay.

By Adam Kilgore | 01:02 PM ET, 04/17/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:36 AM ET, 04/17/2011

Todd Coffey placed on disabled list, Collin Balester called up

By Adam Kilgore

Todd Coffey is out with a left calf strain and will be replaced by Collin Balester.

By Adam Kilgore | 10:36 AM ET, 04/17/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:50 PM ET, 04/16/2011

Nationals earn extra day off; Riggleman talks strengths

By James Wagner

Sean Burnett is pitching well, Manager Jim Riggleman says. Aggressive team baserunning is paying off, and Jason Marquis and Livan Hernandez will pitch Sunday.

By James Wagner | 12:50 PM ET, 04/16/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:57 AM ET, 04/16/2011

Nationals game postponed; doubleheader against Brewers on Sunday

By James Wagner

The Nationals will play a doubleheader on Sunday, starting with the first game at 1:35. The second game will follow 30 minutes after the first.

By James Wagner | 10:57 AM ET, 04/16/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:44 AM ET, 04/16/2011

Nationals Dominican prospect Yerwi Guillen dies of bacterial meningitis

By Adam Kilgore

The Nationals were shocked, saddened by the passing of Yerwi Guillen, 18, who died Friday morning of bacterial meningitis.

By Adam Kilgore | 12:44 AM ET, 04/16/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:13 PM ET, 04/15/2011

Game 13 discussion thread: Brewers at Nationals

By Paul Tenorio

The Washington Nationals just finished dealing with the Philadelphia Phillies and aces Roy Halladay and Cliff Lee and should be due for a break. Instead they will see Milwaukee’s Chris Narveson, who is 1-0 with a 0.00 ERA.

By Paul Tenorio | 07:13 PM ET, 04/15/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:03 PM ET, 04/15/2011

Nyjer Morgan returns to Washington

By Paul Tenorio

On the same day the Washington Nationals made a change at the top of their lineup, Nyjer Morgan, the at times controversial outfielder who formerly held that place, returned to Nationals Park.

By Paul Tenorio | 07:03 PM ET, 04/15/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:32 PM ET, 04/15/2011

Struggling Ian Desmond slides down in lineup

By Paul Tenorio

With Washington Nationals shortstop Ian Desmond struggling to produce in the leadoff spot, manager Jim Riggleman shook up the lineup on Friday, moving second baseman Danny Espinosa into the top spot and shifting Desmond down to seventh.

By Paul Tenorio | 06:32 PM ET, 04/15/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:32 PM ET, 04/15/2011

Today’s Nationals lineup

By Paul Tenorio

With former leadoff man Nyjer Morgan set to make his return to Washington on Friday at Nationals Park, Danny Espinosa will step into the leadoff spot for the first time all season while Ian Desmond, hitting just .180, drops to seventh in the lineup. It is the first time that Desmond has started and not hit leadoff.

By Paul Tenorio | 03:32 PM ET, 04/15/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:52 AM ET, 04/15/2011

Jayson Werth, Adam LaRoche underscore Nationals’ offensive woes

By Gene Wang

New acquistions Jayson Werth, Adam LaRoche are contributing to Nationals’ slow start offensively

By Gene Wang | 09:52 AM ET, 04/15/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:39 AM ET, 04/15/2011

Ian Desmond trying to gain footing in leadoff spot

By Gene Wang

Shortstop’s batting average falls to .180 after going 0 for 4 against Phillies

By Gene Wang | 12:39 AM ET, 04/15/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:11 PM ET, 04/14/2011

Game 12 discussion thread: Phillies at Nationals

By Gene Wang

Nationals face 2008 Cy Young winner Cliff Lee in rubber match.

By Gene Wang | 06:11 PM ET, 04/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:01 PM ET, 04/14/2011

Michael Morse back in the starting lineup

By Gene Wang

Left fielder mired in slump to start regular season after eye-popping spring training.

By Gene Wang | 06:01 PM ET, 04/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:46 PM ET, 04/14/2011

The Nationals’ draft haul for losing Adam Dunn

By Adam Kilgore

The Nationals picked up two draft picks for losing Adam Dunn in free agency, and they now have three of the first 34 picks.

By Adam Kilgore | 01:46 PM ET, 04/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:40 PM ET, 04/14/2011

Today’s Nationals lineup

By Adam Kilgore

Michael Morse returns and Rick Ankiel will stay in against left-hander Cliff Lee.

By Adam Kilgore | 01:40 PM ET, 04/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:05 PM ET, 04/14/2011

Long toss: Too soon for JFK?

By Washington Post editors

What did you think of Kennedy joining the racing presidents at Nationals Park last night?

By Washington Post editors | 12:05 PM ET, 04/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:10 AM ET, 04/14/2011

Henry Rodriguez’s rehab moves to Syracuse

By Adam Kilgore

After an impressive stint in Class AA Harrisburg, Henry Rodriguez heads to Class AAA Syracuse

By Adam Kilgore | 11:10 AM ET, 04/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:49 AM ET, 04/14/2011

When Drew Storen met Brad Lidge

By Adam Kilgore

Drew Storen met idol Brad Lidge last season and had a conversation that still sticks with him.

By Adam Kilgore | 01:49 AM ET, 04/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 08:29 PM ET, 04/13/2011

Stephen Strasburg yet to throw off a mound

By Adam Kilgore

Stephen Strasburg hasn’t thrown off a mound, which is not a bad sign for his recovery but might mean he’s more likely to return to the majors next year than in 2011.

By Adam Kilgore | 08:29 PM ET, 04/13/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:47 PM ET, 04/13/2011

Game 11 discussion thread: Phillies at Nationals

By Adam Kilgore

Nationals face Roy Halladay in Game 2 of this series.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:47 PM ET, 04/13/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:20 PM ET, 04/13/2011

Why Michael Morse is out and Adam LaRoche is in

By Adam Kilgore

Why the Nationals decided to let Adam LaRoche back in the lineup but kept Michael Morse out in place of Laynce Nix

By Adam Kilgore | 06:20 PM ET, 04/13/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:06 PM ET, 04/13/2011

Today’s Nationals-Phillies lineups: John Lannan gets another crack at the Phillies

By Adam Kilgore

John Lannan gets another chance against the Phillies

By Adam Kilgore | 03:06 PM ET, 04/13/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:38 AM ET, 04/13/2011

Derek Norris’s injury not serious

By Adam Kilgore

Top prospect will miss the minimum number of games after being placed the seven-day disabled list

By Adam Kilgore | 10:38 AM ET, 04/13/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/13/2011

Livan Hernandez’s surprise squeeze bunt and his devious curveball

By Adam Kilgore

Two plays defined Livan Hernandez’s first win of the season. Plus, the usual minor league updates.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:00 AM ET, 04/13/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:45 PM ET, 04/12/2011

Game 10 discussion thread: Phillies at Nationals

By Adam Kilgore

The Phillies visit the Nationals in the first of 18 games this season.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:45 PM ET, 04/12/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:37 PM ET, 04/12/2011

Nationals not going to rush Ryan Zimmerman back

By Adam Kilgore

Manager Jim Riggleman hopes Ryan Zimmerman can resume baseball activities within 10 days, but that may be too optimistic.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:37 PM ET, 04/12/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:08 PM ET, 04/12/2011

Adam LaRoche wanted to play

By Adam Kilgore

Adam LaRoche tried talking his way into tonight’s lineup

By Adam Kilgore | 06:08 PM ET, 04/12/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:50 PM ET, 04/12/2011

Jim Riggleman feeling good about unique Nationals lineup

By Adam Kilgore

The Nationals are without three regulars, including their best player, but their manager isn’t worried.

By Adam Kilgore | 05:50 PM ET, 04/12/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:27 PM ET, 04/12/2011

Tonight’s lineups

By Washington Post editors

Matt Stairs and his 11-year-old glove will play first base.

By Washington Post editors | 04:27 PM ET, 04/12/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:45 AM ET, 04/12/2011

Jesus Flores gets the call

By Adam Kilgore

Move to replace Ryan Zimmerman gives the Nats three catchers and returns Flores to the majors for the first time since September 2009.

By Adam Kilgore | 11:45 AM ET, 04/12/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:45 AM ET, 04/12/2011

Without Ryan Zimmerman, the Nationals will try to stay afloat

By Adam Kilgore

The Nationals will try to stay afloat without Ryan Zimmerman starting tonight.

By Adam Kilgore | 07:45 AM ET, 04/12/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:20 PM ET, 04/11/2011

Ryan Zimmerman headed to disabled list

By Adam Kilgore

Third baseman Ryan Zimmerman will be placed on the 15-day disabled list with a strained abdominal muscle.

By Adam Kilgore | 04:20 PM ET, 04/11/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:54 AM ET, 04/11/2011

What would the Nationals look like without Ryan Zimmerman?

By Adam Kilgore

The Nationals has been so-so with Ryan Zimmerman, and without him it could struggle.

By Adam Kilgore | 11:54 AM ET, 04/11/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:55 AM ET, 04/11/2011

Nationals leaning on Tyler Clippard, Drew Storen and Sean Burnett

By Adam Kilgore

The Nationals are relying heavily on Tyler Clippard, Drew Storen and Sean Burnett, but they’ll need help soon.

By Adam Kilgore | 07:55 AM ET, 04/11/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:34 PM ET, 04/10/2011

Ryan Zimmerman uncertain about return

By Adam Kilgore

Ryan Zimmerman is not sure when he’ll return from his abdominal strain, but Adam LaRoche expects to play Tuesday.

By Adam Kilgore | 07:34 PM ET, 04/10/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:00 PM ET, 04/10/2011

Game 9 discussion thread: Nationals at Mets

By Adam Kilgore

Discuss the game as the Nationals try to end their road trip with a .500 record.

By Adam Kilgore | 01:00 PM ET, 04/10/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:03 PM ET, 04/10/2011

Ryan Zimmerman out with strained abdominal muscle

By Adam Kilgore

Ryan Zimmerman aggravated an abdominal strain that first surfaced in spring training Saturday night.

By Adam Kilgore | 12:03 PM ET, 04/10/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:40 AM ET, 04/10/2011

Ryan Zimmerman is out of today’s Nationals’ lineup

By Adam KilgoreRy

Third baseman Ryan Zimmerman will not play today, possibly because he hurt himself sliding head first last night.

By Adam KilgoreRy | 10:40 AM ET, 04/10/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:25 AM ET, 04/10/2011

Nationals notes: Ian Desmond’s rebound, why Brian Broderick pitched, Michael Morse’s ‘scary’ moment

By Adam Kilgore

Ian Desmond hits his first home run, Brian Broderick pitches in a tight spot and Michael Morse has a scary hit by pitch.

By Adam Kilgore | 12:25 AM ET, 04/10/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:32 PM ET, 04/09/2011

Game 8 discussion thread: Nationals at Mets

By Adam Kilgore

Tom Gorzelanny is making his first start as the Nationals look to guarantee a series win against the Mets.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:32 PM ET, 04/09/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:03 PM ET, 04/09/2011

Ivan Rodriguez’s influence on Drew Storen

By Adam Kilgore

Drew Storen marvels at how much he’s learned about pitching from playing with and talking to Ivan Rodriguez.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:03 PM ET, 04/09/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:31 PM ET, 04/09/2011

Adam LaRoche out after he took ‘a few steps backward’ with shoulder injury

By Adam Kilgore

After two setbacks, Adam LaRoche feels back to where he started with the torn labrum in his left shoulder.

By Adam Kilgore | 05:31 PM ET, 04/09/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:15 PM ET, 04/09/2011

Today’s Nationals lineup

By Adam Kilgore

With a left-hander starting for the Mets, Jerry Hairston will make his first start of the season in center fielder.

By Adam Kilgore | 03:15 PM ET, 04/09/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:16 PM ET, 04/08/2011

Stan Kasten: Rob Dibble’s account of his firing ‘fictional’ and ‘sad’

By Adam Kilgore

Stan Kasten discredits Rob Dibble’s account of his firing from MASN, calling it ‘fictional’ and ‘sad’

By Adam Kilgore | 06:16 PM ET, 04/08/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:35 PM ET, 04/08/2011

Game 7 discussion thread: Nationals at Mets

By Adam Kilgore

Follow along as Jordan Zimmermann starts in the Mets’ home opener

By Adam Kilgore | 03:35 PM ET, 04/08/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:34 PM ET, 04/08/2011

Nationals trying to solidify bullpen roles

By Adam Kilgore

The Nationals want to established clear roles for their relievers to pitch the late innings.

By Adam Kilgore | 03:34 PM ET, 04/08/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:06 PM ET, 04/08/2011

Wilson Ramos will play ‘more and more’

By Adam Kilgore

Wilson Ramos has split time with Ivan Rodriguez, but the Nationals want him to start playing more often.

By Adam Kilgore | 03:06 PM ET, 04/08/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:57 PM ET, 04/08/2011

Nationals-Mets lineups

By Adam Kilgore

The Nationals send Jordan Zimmerman to the mound to face the Mets on the home opener at Citi Field.

By Adam Kilgore | 12:57 PM ET, 04/08/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:59 AM ET, 04/08/2011

Harper to see time in CF, beginning this weekend

By Dave Sheinin

Bryce Harper, the Washington Nationals’ 18-year-old phenom, will receive significant playing time in center field, beginning this weekend.

By Dave Sheinin | 07:59 AM ET, 04/08/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/08/2011

Last night’s Nationals leftovers

By Adam Kilgore

A look at two key plays and more on a dominant performance by the Nationals’ bullpen.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:00 AM ET, 04/08/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:56 PM ET, 04/07/2011

Live blog: Bryce Harper’s minor league debut

By Dave Sheinin

Nationals top prospect Bryce Harper makes his minor league debut tonight for the Class A Hagerstown Suns.

By Dave Sheinin | 06:56 PM ET, 04/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:50 PM ET, 04/07/2011

Game 6 discussion thread: Nationals at Marlins

By Adam Kilgore

The Nats try to avoid a sweep against Josh Johnson with John Lannan starting for them.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:50 PM ET, 04/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:46 PM ET, 04/07/2011

Michael Morse ‘over-anxious,’ confident he’ll break his slump

By Adam Kilgore

Michael Morse started the year with a slump, but he knows he can turn it around.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:46 PM ET, 04/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:29 PM ET, 04/07/2011

Roger Bernadina will miss time with a family issue

By Adam Kilgore

As Class AAA Syracuse’s season begins, Roger Bernadina will miss the first few games with a family issue.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:29 PM ET, 04/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:03 PM ET, 04/07/2011

Henry Rodriguez to begin rehab assignment tonight

By Adam Kilgore

The Nationals’ hard-throwing reliever will pitch two innings tonight in Class AA Harrisburg, but his major league appearance may still be far off.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:03 PM ET, 04/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:24 PM ET, 04/07/2011

Today’s Nationals-Marlins lineups

By Adam Kilgore

Michael Morse gets a day off after his 2-for-17 start to the season.

By Adam Kilgore | 03:24 PM ET, 04/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:48 PM ET, 04/07/2011

Sorting out the Nationals radio broadcast schedule

By Adam Kilgore

Sorting out the Nationals’ radio broadcast schedule

By Adam Kilgore | 02:48 PM ET, 04/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:31 AM ET, 04/07/2011

The Nationals’ bullpen a ‘work in progress’

By Adam Kilgore

The Nationals have been too reliant on their three best relievers, an issue that has hurt their best strength from 2010.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:31 AM ET, 04/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:35 PM ET, 04/06/2011

Game 5 discussion thread: Nationals at Marlins

By Adam Kilgore

Livan Hernandez makes his second start of the season while Washingtion tries to even its series in Florida.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:35 PM ET, 04/06/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:33 PM ET, 04/06/2011

Drew Storen’s velocity returns

By Adam Kilgore

Drew Storen had one of his best outings of the year despite taking the loss Tuesday night.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:33 PM ET, 04/06/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:50 PM ET, 04/06/2011

Why Ian Desmond is leading off tonight

By Adam Kilgore

Jim Riggleman believes Ian Desmond handle the weight of his 0-for-13 start while leading off.

By Adam Kilgore | 05:50 PM ET, 04/06/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:29 PM ET, 04/06/2011

Ian Desmond will return to leadoff after all

By Adam Kilgore

Manager Jim Riggleman changed his mind about moving Danny Espinosa to leadoff and will stick with Ian Desmond.

By Adam Kilgore | 02:29 PM ET, 04/06/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:30 AM ET, 04/06/2011

Leftovers from a brutal Nationals loss

By Adam Kilgore

The Nationals feel they need to learn one another better on the field, but they’ve been getting strong pitching.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:30 AM ET, 04/06/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:45 PM ET, 04/05/2011

Game 4 discussion thread: Nationals at Marlins

By Adam Kilgore

Jason Marquis surrenders 2 runs in 6 1/3 innings in his first start of the year but the Nationals fall in Florida.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:45 PM ET, 04/05/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:24 PM ET, 04/05/2011

Adam LaRoche not 100 percent, but feeling improvement in labrum

By Adam Kilgore

The slight tear is his labrum is still making Adam LaRoche throw less than 100 percent, but he’s felt steady improvement.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:24 PM ET, 04/05/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 PM ET, 04/05/2011

Danny Espinosa will replace Ian Desmond as Nationals’ leadoff hitter

By Adam Kilgore

After Ian Desmond started the season for 0 for 13, the Nationals will switch him in the lineup with Danny Espinosa.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:00 PM ET, 04/05/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:17 PM ET, 04/05/2011

Alex Cora, Jerry Hairston in today’s Nationals lineup

By Adam Kilgore

In a twist, Alex Cora and Jerry Hairston will form the Nationals’ middle infield against the Marlins.

By Adam Kilgore | 03:17 PM ET, 04/05/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:06 PM ET, 04/05/2011

Jayson Werth is off and running

By Adam Kilgore

Jayson Werth has made an early with his base running, a part of the game he takes pride in.

By Adam Kilgore | 12:06 PM ET, 04/05/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:30 AM ET, 04/05/2011

The Marlins have owned the Nationals

By Adam Kilgore

Over the past three seasons, no team has dominated the Nationals like the Marlins, against whom they begin a three-game series tonight.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:30 AM ET, 04/05/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:10 PM ET, 04/04/2011

Drew Storen’s stuff ‘is still there’

By Adam Kilgore

It was easy not to notice, but Drew Storen took a step in the right direction late in Sunday’s blowout loss.

By Adam Kilgore | 04:10 PM ET, 04/04/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:30 PM ET, 04/04/2011

Nationals minor league updates: Robbie Ray, A.J. Cole, Oliver Perez, Sammy Solis, rosters, etc.

By Adam Kilgore

Updates on where notable Nationals minor leaguers will start 2011, including Robbie Ray, A.J. Cole, Sammy Solis, Oliver Perez and a bunch more.

By Adam Kilgore | 12:30 PM ET, 04/04/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:30 AM ET, 04/04/2011

What are last year’s Nationals doing?

By Adam Kilgore

By Adam Kilgore | 06:30 AM ET, 04/04/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:41 PM ET, 04/03/2011

Brian Broderick’s rough debut

By Adam Kilgore

In his maiden major league outing, Brian Broderick allowed four runs, includuing one on a bizarre balk.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:41 PM ET, 04/03/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:35 PM ET, 04/03/2011

Jerry Hairston to play shortstop Tuesday, but the Nationals are sticking with Ian Desmond

By Adam Kilgore

Jerry Hairston will replace Ian Desmond for one game, but it is not a reflection of the Nationals’ confidence in Desmond as a leadoff hitter.

By Adam Kilgore | 02:35 PM ET, 04/03/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:08 PM ET, 04/03/2011

Game 3 discussion thread: Braves at Nationals

By Adam Kilgore

Talk about the Nationals’ rubber game against the Braves at Nationals Park

By Adam Kilgore | 01:08 PM ET, 04/03/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:49 PM ET, 04/03/2011

Tyler Clippard focused on stranding inherited runners

By Adam Kilgore

Tyler Clippard made improving his ability to keep inherited runners from scoring a focus, and early on he’s off to a good start.

By Adam Kilgore | 12:49 PM ET, 04/03/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:16 AM ET, 04/03/2011

Nationals-Braves lineups

By Adam Kilgore

The Nationals will use the same lineup as opening day as Jordan Zimmermann makes his 2011 debut.

By Adam Kilgore | 10:16 AM ET, 04/03/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 08:15 PM ET, 04/02/2011

Tom Gorzelanny not concerned with his long layoff

By Adam Kilgore

Tom Gorzelanny will go 15 days between his final start of the spring and first start of the season, but he’s not worried about the time off.

By Adam Kilgore | 08:15 PM ET, 04/02/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:30 PM ET, 04/02/2011

Game 2 discussion thread: Braves at Nationals

By Adam Kilgore

Chat about today’s Nationals-Braves game as John Lannan faces Tommy Hanson.

By Adam Kilgore | 01:30 PM ET, 04/02/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:46 PM ET, 04/02/2011

Nationals-Braves delayed

By Adam Kilgore

Rain at Nats Park has postponed this afternoon’s game against the Braves

By Adam Kilgore | 12:46 PM ET, 04/02/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:41 PM ET, 04/02/2011

Ivan Rodriguez accepts splitting time with Wilson Ramos

By Adam Kilgore

Wilson Ramos embraces his new opportunity as Ivan Rodriguez accepts his diminshed role after a conversation with Jim Riggleman.

By Adam Kilgore | 12:41 PM ET, 04/02/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:05 PM ET, 04/02/2011

Open thread: Nationals vs. Braves

By Adam Kilgore

By Adam Kilgore | 12:05 PM ET, 04/02/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:08 AM ET, 04/02/2011

Today’s Nationals-Braves lineups

By Adam Kilgore

Wilson Ramos will start, replacing Ivan Rodriguez for today, as John Lannan faces Tommy Hanson

By Adam Kilgore | 10:08 AM ET, 04/02/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:45 PM ET, 04/01/2011

Your opening day experience

By Washington Post editors

We asked for it, and you shared a few stories, tweets and photos.

By Washington Post editors | 12:45 PM ET, 04/01/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 04/01/2011

Livan Hernandez still can’t get any run support

By Adam Kilgore

Livan Hernandez could not get the win, but he gave an early reminder of what makes him uniuqely effective.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:00 AM ET, 04/01/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:34 PM ET, 03/31/2011

Without a closer, the Nationals’ bullpen can role with it

By Adam Kilgore

The Nationals bullpen dominates again despite having yet to establish clearly defined roles.

By Adam Kilgore | 07:34 PM ET, 03/31/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:55 PM ET, 03/31/2011

Why Laynce Nix pinch-hit instead of Matt Stairs

By Adam Kilgore

At a pivotal point in today’s 2-0 loss to the Braves, the Nationals left their most potent pinch-hitter on the bench.

By Adam Kilgore | 06:55 PM ET, 03/31/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:50 PM ET, 03/31/2011

Opening day live blog

By Gene Wang

Nationals, Braves play opener at Nationals Park

By Gene Wang | 01:50 PM ET, 03/31/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:32 PM ET, 03/31/2011

Is it hard to pitch in the cold?

By Adam Kilgore

After six weeks of perfect weather, the Nationals’ pitching staff will adjust to chilly temperatures.

By Adam Kilgore | 12:32 PM ET, 03/31/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:01 PM ET, 03/31/2011

Brian Broderick, Mike Rizzo have different perspectives on opening day

By Adam Kilgore

Brian Broderick and Mike Rizzo own divergent perspectives in baseball, but opening day means something similar to both of them.

By Adam Kilgore | 12:01 PM ET, 03/31/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:42 AM ET, 03/31/2011

Nationals-Braves opening day lineups

By Adam Kilgore

It’s cold but not rainy at Nationals Park pregame as the Nationals and Braves are set to begin the 2011 season.

By Adam Kilgore | 10:42 AM ET, 03/31/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Stats, scores and schedules

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Nationals Journal: April, 2011