Bang-bang, Nats fall in Cleveland
Cleveland's Drew Stubbs slides in ahead of the tag of Kurt Suzuki. (AP)
Washington’s offense struggles once again, striking out 13 times and losing on a play at the plate in the ninth, 2-1.
Baseball memories
...I never cried as a baby, but made up for it during Little League. I cried after strikeouts, after errors, after losses... It felt reflexive. Swing, miss and cry...
—Prewitt
Taking my 6 month old son to Opening Day at Nationals Park. I never did it with my Dad, feels good to start a tradition. Can't wait til next week.
—dasilva_ryan
...Being able to take my Dad back to Fenway, to hear his stories one more time... I hold that trip close to my heart, even though the damn Yankees won...
—Revdrbuck
The next pitch--the first my daughter ever saw in her life--disappeared into the haze for a 2-run HR.
—Justin Perras, Brooklyn, NY via Vienna, VA
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Nationals-Indians lineups: Anthony Rendon hitting second
Rendon is hitting second for the first time this season.
Mike Rizzo on the new bullpen, changing roles
On opening the season with one left-handed reliever: "It certainly didn't turn out the way we'd hoped," the GM said.
Bang-bang, Nats fall in Cleveland
Washington’s offense struggles once again, striking out 13 times and losing on a play at the plate in the ninth, 2-1.
Nationals-Indians lineups
Ryan Zimmerman will play his fifth career game at DH; Steve Lombardozzi is playing second base instead of Anthony Rendon.
Best Week in D.C.: Ross Ohlendorf
Thanks to a great start and a quirky wind up, Ross Ohlendorf is having the best week.
Mark Turgeon at Orioles game, man in RGIII jersey at Rockies game
If the headline isn't descriptive enough, I'm not sure what more this blurb could add. Because really this is just about Mark Turgeon at the Orioles game, and man in an RGIII jersey at the Rockies game.
Ross Ohlendorf explains the purpose of his delivery
Nats pitcher with old-school throwing motion says he realized 'if I had more movement, my body would figure out the best path to take.'
Former Nationals lefty Zach Duke signs with the Reds
The former left-handed long reliever inks a deal with a new team.
Beautifully routine
Batting practice pitchers and coaches carefully watching behind the cage and relievers shagging flies are just part of baseball’s pregame ritual.
The art and order of BP
A baseball season is defined by its grinding rhythm, and there is no more metronomic element than the 50-minute pregame ritual.
The art of batting practice
Most every Major League Baseball game is preceded by a carefully-orchestrated set of exercises that, when combined, create a rhythmic choreography that is commonly known as batting practice.
Does Ian Desmond deserve to be in the All-Star Game?
As he continues his recent tear, the Nationals shortstop is making a case to be considered an all-star.
Nats win series against Rockies
Ross Detwiler returns, Ian Desmond has four hits and Ryan Zimmerman delivers three crucial RBI.
Ross Ohlendorf to move to the overhauled bullpen as long reliever
The veteran right-hander will stay on as a long reliever -- and not just for this week.
Strasburg throws clean bullpen
The right-handed starter was cleared by trainers after morning session.
Krol again fooled by Nats schedule
Nats reliever has been brilliant on the mound since getting called up. He could use some work on the game times, though.
Nationals-Rockies lineups
Ross Detwiler returns to the rotation today for the first time since May 15.
Expos fan sees Nats for first time in Denver
Longtime Expos fan from Edmonton wears a Gary Carter jersey and Nats hat in Coors Field. Weird.
Donte Stallworth balloon accident
The newly signed Redskins wide receiver talked about his hot air balloon accident.
Observations from a memorable win
Ross Ohlendorf shines, Ian Desmond continues his recent surge and Anthony Rendon makes a case to move up in the batting order.
Ohlendorf steps in, steps up for Nats
Journeyman Ross Ohlendorf makes his first start for Washington count, throwing six strong innings in a victory in Colorado.
Ross Detwiler excited, ready to return to rotation
The left-handed starter hasn't pitched since May 15.
Danny Espinosa to begin rehab at Syracuse
The second baseman is expected to begin his minor league rehab assignment on Thursday.
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