Nationals, Fister avoid arbitration

The Nationals agreed to terms with Doug Fister, leaving only Tyler Clippard among players they need to avoid arbitration with.

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Nats pack up for spring training

Nats pack up for spring training

Here are photos of trucks being loaded up with baseball equipment.

A look at the Nats’ payroll

A look at the Nats’ payroll

The Nationals may have another move left, but it would add to a payroll that’s already more than $125 million.

Nationals, Fister avoid arbitration

Nationals, Fister avoid arbitration

The Nationals agreed to terms with Doug Fister, leaving only Tyler Clippard among players they need to avoid arbitration with.

Competition for spots will be fierce

Competition for spots will be fierce

Ross Detwiler (pictured), Tanner Roark, Ross Ohlendorf and Ryan Mattheus will be in a battle for the final spot in the Nationals’ rotation or in already crowded bullpen.

Rendon faces second base competition

Rendon faces second base competition

“It’s not my decision in the end. If they feel that I help the team, then it’s gonna be me. If not, I’ll be cheering on the other teammates.”

Nats Park gets red concourses

Nats Park gets red concourses

Take a look at the new surface of the Nats Park concourses, which Mark Lerner says looks ‘absolutely fantastic.’

Nats schedule: Seven bobbleheads and a gnome

Nats schedule: Seven bobbleheads and a gnome

If you like bobbleheads, you’re gonna love Nationals Park in 2014.

Bryce Harper wears Captain America

Bryce Harper wears Captain America

New Under Armour retail advertising shows Bryce Harper, in a Captain America shirt, acting superhero-ish.

Solis is ready for anything

Solis is ready for anything

“It’s up to the team,” said Sammy Solis, a bullpen candidate. “I’m a starting pitcher, but I’ll relieve, catch, whatever.“

Cal Ripken on talking about Nats’ job with Mike Rizzo

Cal Ripken on talking about Nats’ job with Mike Rizzo

Orioles great says ‘certainly there was an exploration’ between him and the Nationals for their vacant job.

Blevins reunites with college friend Stammen

Blevins reunites with college friend Stammen

Entertaining left-handed reliever Jerry Blevins and his ex-Dayton teammate, Craig Stammen, are back together.

Matt Williams on Nats’ facial-hair policy

Matt Williams on Nats’ facial-hair policy

The new skipper explains that he can’t grow hair, suggests he will want his team to follow suit, then throws the whole thing out.

Chipper Jones rescues Freddie Freeman in Atlanta storm

Chipper Jones rescues Freddie Freeman in Atlanta storm

Former Braves player put his ATV to good use.

Doug Fister meets his new teammates

Doug Fister meets his new teammates

The Nationals new right-handed starter got to meet most of his new teammates recently.

Mark Lerner: Nats will be more disciplined in 2014

Mark Lerner: Nats will be more disciplined in 2014

Nats owner talks about some changes that will be instituted by new Manager Matt Williams.

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Seeking some legislative help

Seeking some legislative help

The long dry spells of the local pro teams and their downturns of late bring a call for special legislation.

Help this boy find his signed Jayson Werth jersey

Help this boy find his signed Jayson Werth jersey

One 10-year old got his picture in the paper when Jayson Werth signed his jersey. What happened next prompted a blog item.

Matt Williams has mapped out every day of Nationals spring training

Matt Williams has mapped out every day of Nationals spring training

The new manager has all 41 days of spring training mapped out down to the minute detail. And some players welcome that approach.

Nats announce new foods for 2014

Nats announce new foods for 2014

Sushi, noodles, veggie burritos, more local beers and concession analytics.

Werth confident Nationals can bounce back

Werth confident Nationals can bounce back

Jayson Werth believes the Nats learned their lesson from last season’s disappointment and are capable of big things this year.

Harper’s title goals

Harper’s title goals

Harper has one main goal for his career. As many rings as possible.

Gio has been throwing to Posada

Gio has been throwing to Posada

Gio Gonzalez has developed a friendship with former Yankees star Jorge Posada in Miami and learned from him.

Storen hopes to build on strong finish

Storen hopes to build on strong finish

Right-handed reliever Drew Storen has also put on 15 pounds this offseason by working out more.

Kid questions Strasburg, Rendon

Kid questions Strasburg, Rendon

Well, someone has to ask the tough questions.

Denard Span says he can prolong RGIII’s career

Denard Span says he can prolong RGIII’s career

Nats’ center fielder offers sliding help to the Redskins’ quarterback.

Hernandez, Nats to reunite

Hernandez, Nats to reunite

Mike Rizzo wants Livan Hernandez to be part of the Nationals again.

Stephen Strasburg on elbow, surgery and rehab

Stephen Strasburg on elbow, surgery and rehab

After completing rehab, the right-hander starter says he doesn’t see any reason why he should be held back in spring training.

Espinosa eyes starting job, faults Nats for play

Espinosa eyes starting job, faults Nats for play

After a broken wrist was misdiagnosed last year, Danny Espinosa believes he will earn back his starting job this season.

Harper focuses on having a healthy season

Harper focuses on having a healthy season

Bryce Harper feels great, but he’s not making a priority out of being ready for the start of spring training.

Goodwin among non-roster camp invitees

Goodwin among non-roster camp invitees

The Nationals will invite 18 players not on the 40-man roster to big league camp.

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