Strasburg impressive in third spring start
(Fri, 19 Mar 2010 20:27:00 EDT)
Nationals right-hander Stephen Strasburg made his third Spring Training start on Friday against the Cardinals at Space Coast Stadium, and it was a solid one.

Rizzo rebukes claim of dislike of Dukes
(Fri, 19 Mar 2010 19:30:00 EDT)
Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo reiterated Friday afternoon that outfielder Elijah Dukes was given his unconditional release two days ago because of lack of performance on the field.

Six candidates want fifth-starter job
(Thu, 18 Mar 2010 19:24:00 EDT)
The Nationals already know who four starters will be in their rotation. But the Nationals still need to find out who their fifth starter will be. There are at least six candidates.

Olsen, Chico throw in intrasquad game
(Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:37:00 EDT)
Nationals left-handers Scott Olsen and Matt Chico pitched in Minor League intrasquad games Thursday, and both had fine outings.

Zimmerman gets close with Caveman
(Thu, 18 Mar 2010 19:44:00 EDT)
What did Nationals third baseman Ryan Zimmerman do during his off-day Thursday? He spent three hours shooting a Geico commercial with "The Caveman" at Space Coast Stadium. No date has been set on when the commercial will air.

Mets not interested in Nats' Guzman
(Wed, 17 Mar 2010 20:55:00 EDT)
The Nationals may be looking to trade shortstop Cristian Guzman, but don't look for the Mets to acquire his services, according to a baseball source. The Mets have issued no statement regarding Guzman.

Dukes, expected to start, released by Nats
(Wed, 17 Mar 2010 18:03:00 EDT)
The Nationals released outfielder Elijah Dukes and right-hander Logan Kensing on Wednesday. Dukes entered Spring Training as the favorite to start in right field.

Taveras homers, Marquis struggles
(Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:34:00 EDT)
Willy Taveras went 2-for-3 with a homer and Josh Willingham also homered, but Jason Marquis allowed eight runs as the Nats fell to the Astros, 11-2, on Wednesday.

Strasburg talks pitching with fans
(Wed, 17 Mar 2010 14:35:00 EDT)
Nationals prospect Stephen Strasburg answered questions from fans during a live chat on Nationals.com. He revealed his goals for the season and pitching idols during the session.

No decision yet on Strasburg
(Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:45:00 EDT)
No decision has been made on where Stephen Strasburg will start the season, but general manager Mike Rizzo is leaning toward an assignment to the Minor Leagues.

Back spasms force Dunn out of game
(Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:15:00 EDT)
Nationals first baseman Adam Dunn left Tuesday's game against the Marlins because of lower back spasms. He is listed as day-to-day.

Nats hit three homers against Fish
(Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:45:00 EDT)
The Nats unloaded on the Marlins on Tuesday, getting homers from Ryan Zimmerman, Cristian Guzman, Kevin Mench, and Willie Harris in a 12-3 victory.

Lannan overcomes miscues in sharp start
(Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:15:00 EDT)
John Lannan turned in four strong innings, yielding two runs, but none earned, in the Nats' 4-2 victory over the Cards on Tuesday afternoon.

Inbox: Will Strasburg make club?
(Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EDT)
Will Stephen Strasburg and Drew Storen break camp with the Nationals? Could Aasron Thompson make the team? Beat reporter Bill Ladson answers these questions and more in the latest Inbox.

Nats break through in Grapefruit League
(Tue, 16 Mar 2010 18:45:00 EDT)
It's only Spring Training, but it bothered manager Jim Riggleman that the Nationals lost their first 11 exhibition games.

Nationals Park to rock with Eagles
(Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:38:00 EDT)
The Nationals announced on Tuesday that The Eagles, one of the most popular bands of all-time, will headline Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., on June 15. They will share the stage with special guests the Dixie Chicks and Keith Urban.