By Bill Ladson / MLB.com
From a personal standpoint, Nationals third baseman Ryan Zimmerman had a season to remember in 2009, leading the team in RBIs with 106 and making his first All-Star appearance.
A little more than a month after the season ended, Zimmerman, 25, won his first Gold Glove and Silver Slugger Awards.
But reaching personal goals is not enough for Zimmerman in 2010. He wants the Nationals to have a winning percentage over .500 and reach the postseason for the first time in their history.
Will Zimmerman get his wishes? Before playing golf in Florida on Sunday afternoon, Zimmerman expressed his opinion on the topics in an interview with MLB.com.
Q&A: Zimmerman talks Nats' moves....
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Sunday, January 17, 2010
Hudson: Nationals still in mix
By Bill Ladson / MLB.com
WASHINGTON -- Free-agent second baseman Orlando Hudson said Friday afternoon that the Nationals are still in the mix to acquire his services.
Hudson: Nationals still in mix....
WASHINGTON -- Free-agent second baseman Orlando Hudson said Friday afternoon that the Nationals are still in the mix to acquire his services.
Hudson: Nationals still in mix....
Friday, January 15, 2010
Morgan wants Hudson to join Nats
By Bill Ladson / MLB.com
WASHINGTON -- Nationals center fielder Nyjer Morgan said Thursday that he would love to have free-agent second baseman Orlando Hudson as a teammate.
Morgan wants Hudson to join Nats....
WASHINGTON -- Nationals center fielder Nyjer Morgan said Thursday that he would love to have free-agent second baseman Orlando Hudson as a teammate.
Morgan wants Hudson to join Nats....
Nats' Guzman could stay at shortstop
By Bill Ladson / MLB.com
If the Nationals are able to sign Orlando Hudson or Adam Kennedy to play second base, Cristian Guzman most likely will remain at shortstop.
Nats' Guzman could stay at shortstop....
If the Nationals are able to sign Orlando Hudson or Adam Kennedy to play second base, Cristian Guzman most likely will remain at shortstop.
Nats' Guzman could stay at shortstop....
Nationals have interest in Kennedy
By Bill Ladson / MLB.com
If the Nationals are not able to sign Orlando Hudson, look for them to set their sights on Adam Kennedy to play second base, according to a baseball source.
Nationals have interest in Kennedy....
If the Nationals are not able to sign Orlando Hudson, look for them to set their sights on Adam Kennedy to play second base, according to a baseball source.
Nationals have interest in Kennedy....
Desmond ready to take over at shortstop
By Bill Ladson / MLB.com
When the name Ian Desmond comes up in a conversation, the feelings in the Nationals organization are mixed when it comes to his abilities on the field.
Desmond ready to take over at shortstop....
When the name Ian Desmond comes up in a conversation, the feelings in the Nationals organization are mixed when it comes to his abilities on the field.
Desmond ready to take over at shortstop....
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Nats were in Chapman race until end
By Bill Ladson / MLB.com
WASHINGTON -- The Nationals tried hard to acquire left-hander Aroldis Chapman until Saturday night, when Chapman decided to sign a six-year, $30 million deal with the Reds.
Nats were in Chapman race until end....
WASHINGTON -- The Nationals tried hard to acquire left-hander Aroldis Chapman until Saturday night, when Chapman decided to sign a six-year, $30 million deal with the Reds.
Nats were in Chapman race until end....
Davis has interest in Nationals
By Bill Ladson / MLB.com
Free-agent pitcher Doug Davis said Sunday night he would like to play for the Nationals and help their young pitching staff, but he doesn't think he will play in Washington. Why? He was informed that the team had to address other needs such as finding a second baseman.
Davis has interest in Nationals....
Free-agent pitcher Doug Davis said Sunday night he would like to play for the Nationals and help their young pitching staff, but he doesn't think he will play in Washington. Why? He was informed that the team had to address other needs such as finding a second baseman.
Davis has interest in Nationals....
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Winn unaware of interest from Nats
By Bill Ladson / MLB.com
Published reports have indicated that the Nationals have interest in signing free-agent outfielder Randy Winn. On Friday evening, however, Winn said he has not heard anything about the Nationals having interest in him.
Winn unaware of interest from Nats....
Published reports have indicated that the Nationals have interest in signing free-agent outfielder Randy Winn. On Friday evening, however, Winn said he has not heard anything about the Nationals having interest in him.
Winn unaware of interest from Nats....
Friday, January 8, 2010
Nats outright Garate to Triple-A
By Alden Gonzalez / MLB.com
In order to clear space on the 40-man roster for the recently signed Matt Capps, the Nationals outrighted left-hander Victor Garate to Triple-A Syracuse on Friday.
Nats outright Garate to Triple-A....
In order to clear space on the 40-man roster for the recently signed Matt Capps, the Nationals outrighted left-hander Victor Garate to Triple-A Syracuse on Friday.
Nats outright Garate to Triple-A....
Nats' Winter Caravan, Natsfest return
By Alden Gonzalez / MLB.com
The Nationals' Winter Caravan is back.
The club announced on Thursday its schedule for the 2010 version, a four-day slate that will take members of the Nationals through Washington, D.C.'s, metropolitan area, then conclude with the second annual Natsfest at Nationals Park.
The tour will start Wednesday, Jan. 27, and finish Jan. 30. The following day -- a Sunday -- will be Natsfest. Nationals manager Jim Riggleman will be there, and so will players Ryan Zimmerman, Ivan Rodriguez, Nyjer Morgan, Adam Dunn, John Lannan, Josh Willingham, Brian Bruney, Matt Capps, Tyler Clippard, Danny Espinosa, Ryan Speier, Craig Stammen and Drew Storen, as well as broadcaster Rob Dibble.
Nats' Winter Caravan, Natsfest return....
The Nationals' Winter Caravan is back.
The club announced on Thursday its schedule for the 2010 version, a four-day slate that will take members of the Nationals through Washington, D.C.'s, metropolitan area, then conclude with the second annual Natsfest at Nationals Park.
The tour will start Wednesday, Jan. 27, and finish Jan. 30. The following day -- a Sunday -- will be Natsfest. Nationals manager Jim Riggleman will be there, and so will players Ryan Zimmerman, Ivan Rodriguez, Nyjer Morgan, Adam Dunn, John Lannan, Josh Willingham, Brian Bruney, Matt Capps, Tyler Clippard, Danny Espinosa, Ryan Speier, Craig Stammen and Drew Storen, as well as broadcaster Rob Dibble.
Nats' Winter Caravan, Natsfest return....
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Capps, Nats finalize one-year deal
By Bill Ladson / MLB.com
WASHINGTON -- After agreeing to terms on a one-year deal right before Christmas, right-hander Matt Capps signed a contract with the Nationals on Wednesday.
Capps, Nats finalize one-year deal....
WASHINGTON -- After agreeing to terms on a one-year deal right before Christmas, right-hander Matt Capps signed a contract with the Nationals on Wednesday.
Capps, Nats finalize one-year deal....
Dukes' expectations raised for 2010
By Bill Ladson / MLB.com
Call July 1, 2009, the day Nationals right fielder Elijah Dukes was humbled. It was in Miami, where Washington general manager Mike Rizzo informed Dukes that he was being optioned to Triple-A Syracuse.
The Nationals felt Dukes made too many fundamental mistakes in the outfield and on the bases.
Dukes' expectations raised for 2010....
Call July 1, 2009, the day Nationals right fielder Elijah Dukes was humbled. It was in Miami, where Washington general manager Mike Rizzo informed Dukes that he was being optioned to Triple-A Syracuse.
The Nationals felt Dukes made too many fundamental mistakes in the outfield and on the bases.
Dukes' expectations raised for 2010....
Jim Riggleman to have pregame segment on radio
Nationals manager Jim Riggleman will have a pregame segment on WFED Federal News Radio starting April 5, when his team faces the Phillies at Nationals Park. Riggleman is the first Nationals manager to have such a segment.
Jim Riggleman to have pregame segment on radio....
Jim Riggleman to have pregame segment on radio....
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Norris nabs MiLBY for advanced approach
By Jonathan Mayo / MLB.com
Getting through that first year of full-season professional baseball is hard enough. Try doing it while spending 100 games squatting behind the plate, learning the nuances of catching.
Norris nabs MiLBY for advanced approach....
Getting through that first year of full-season professional baseball is hard enough. Try doing it while spending 100 games squatting behind the plate, learning the nuances of catching.
Norris nabs MiLBY for advanced approach....
Nationals have higher hopes for 2010
By Bill Ladson / MLB.com
General manager Mike Rizzo has done his best to improve the Nationals this offseason, signing free agents like catcher Ivan Rodriguez and pitchers Jason Marquis, Matt Capps and Eddie Guardado. They also traded for reliever Brian Bruney.
But there are still 10 burning questions about Washington heading into Spring Training. MLB.com answers those questions and provides insight on what might happen to the team in 2010.
Nationals have higher hopes for 2010....
General manager Mike Rizzo has done his best to improve the Nationals this offseason, signing free agents like catcher Ivan Rodriguez and pitchers Jason Marquis, Matt Capps and Eddie Guardado. They also traded for reliever Brian Bruney.
But there are still 10 burning questions about Washington heading into Spring Training. MLB.com answers those questions and provides insight on what might happen to the team in 2010.
Nationals have higher hopes for 2010....
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Guardado hopes to have impact with Nationals
Left-hander Eddie Guardado said Tuesday he signed a Minor League deal with the Nationals because they showed the most interest in acquiring his services.
Guardado hopes to have impact with Nationals....
Guardado hopes to have impact with Nationals....
Lannan happy Marquis joined Nationals
Left-hander John Lannan is one person who is pleased the Nationals signed right-hander Jason Marquis to a two-year, $15 million contract last week. Lannan is expected to learn a lot from the 10-year veteran.
Lannan happy Marquis joined Nationals....
Lannan happy Marquis joined Nationals....
Monday, December 28, 2009
Bruney eager for 'challenge' with Nats
By Bill Ladson / MLB.com
In acquiring right-hander Brian Bruney from the Yankees on Dec. 7, the Nationals picked up a power arm who could pitch in the late innings. Bruney will battle right-hander Matt Capps for the closer role.
Bruney, who was selected by Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo in the 2000 First-Year Player Draft when Rizzo was with the D-backs, was 5-0 with a 3.92 ERA in 44 appearances as the Yanks' setup man in '09.
However, Bruney, 27, was left off the Yankees' playoff roster in the first two rounds before being activated for the World Series against the Phillies.
MLB.com caught up with Bruney recently to talk about his future with the Nationals, his relationship with Rizzo and his last year with the Yankees.
Bruney eager for 'challenge' with Nats....
In acquiring right-hander Brian Bruney from the Yankees on Dec. 7, the Nationals picked up a power arm who could pitch in the late innings. Bruney will battle right-hander Matt Capps for the closer role.
Bruney, who was selected by Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo in the 2000 First-Year Player Draft when Rizzo was with the D-backs, was 5-0 with a 3.92 ERA in 44 appearances as the Yanks' setup man in '09.
However, Bruney, 27, was left off the Yankees' playoff roster in the first two rounds before being activated for the World Series against the Phillies.
MLB.com caught up with Bruney recently to talk about his future with the Nationals, his relationship with Rizzo and his last year with the Yankees.
Bruney eager for 'challenge' with Nats....
Nats bring aboard Whitesell, Bruntlett
By Bill Ladson / MLB.com
WASHINGTON -- The Nationals agreed to terms with first baseman Josh Whitesell and infielder Eric Bruntlett on 2010 Minor League contracts on Monday. Both players have been invited to Spring Training.
Nats bring aboard Whitesell, Bruntlett....
WASHINGTON -- The Nationals agreed to terms with first baseman Josh Whitesell and infielder Eric Bruntlett on 2010 Minor League contracts on Monday. Both players have been invited to Spring Training.
Nats bring aboard Whitesell, Bruntlett....
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