It’s time to deal with Zimmerman

(John McDonnell / THE WASHINGTON POST)

OPINION | Both Ryan Zimmerman and the Nationals’ front office want to push to get a contract extension completed by Zimmerman’s self-imposed Saturday deadline. The stakes are high for both parties.

Davey: Age not an issue for Harper

Davey Johnson reminds everyone — from reporters to this GM — to keep an open mind on Brcye Harper making the team.

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Nats are coming together, early

Nats are coming together, early

OPINION | With a homegrown team that’s grown close-knit and arrived early to spring training, there’s reason to be excited about this year’s Nationals.

DC Sports Bog &
Baseball Insider

Tom Boswell says TV and radio hosts contribute to D.C. not being a baseball town

In a Wash Post chat, the mild baseball fan says most local broadcasters 'can’t even find the stadium.’”

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 Dan Steinberg

Edwin Jackson has a nice car

New Nationals starter shows up in Viera with a customized Aston Martin Rapide.”

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 Dan Steinberg

Reporters with dog at Spring Training

Going to Viera is different from other local sports assignments. Dogs.”

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 Dan Steinberg

Pitchers, catchers, Jayson Werth’s beard report to Viera

Nationals.com video might get you a little bit excited. Especially if you like facial hair.”

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 Dan Steinberg

Charlie Slowes on the Nats

Team’s longtime radio play-by-play man sees a new era on the horizon.”

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 Dan Steinberg

Nationals videos

Post Sports Live:  How many wins for Nats this year? (3:10)

Post Sports Live: How many wins for Nats this year? (3:10)

The Washington Post's Jason Reid joins the Post Sports Live crew to debate whether the Nationals will win more than 85 games this year.
Post Sports Live:  Nationals, NFL combine and Terps-Hoyas spat (35:32)

Post Sports Live: Nationals, NFL combine and Terps-Hoyas spat (35:32)

The Washington Post's Jason Reid joins LaVar Arrington, Dan Steinberg and host Jonathan Forsythe to discuss heightened expectations for the Nationals, Redskins priorities at the NFL combine, what the Kevin Anderson decision means for the potential of future Maryland-Georgetown games and what lies ahead for Jeremy Lin and the Knicks.
Mascot hopefuls enter 'presidential race' (1:19)

Mascot hopefuls enter 'presidential race' (1:19)

The Washington Nationals held tryouts for the racing presidents mascots on Saturday. The mascots are a key fixture at Nationals Park and run a race during the fourth inning. (Feb. 19)
Post Sports Live:  Does Bryce Harper need to 'grow up'? (5:18)

Post Sports Live: Does Bryce Harper need to 'grow up'? (5:18)

The Washington Post's Adam Kilgore joins the Post Sports Live crew to discuss Bryce Harper's maturity level and debate whether or not he needs to "grow up."
Post Sports Live:  Peyton rumors, Bryce Harper and Jeremy Lin

Post Sports Live: Peyton rumors, Bryce Harper and Jeremy Lin

The Washington Post's LaVar Arrington, Dan Steinberg, Adam Kilgore and Jonathan Forsythe discuss the likelihood of Peyton Manning joining the Redskins and preview spring training for the Nationals with all eyes on Bryce Harper.
Josh Hamilton confirms alcohol relapse (1:37)

Josh Hamilton confirms alcohol relapse (1:37)

Texas Rangers outfielder and recovering drug addict Josh Hamilton said Friday that he had a relapse that started with "three or four" drinks at a Dallas-area bar this week. (Feb. 3)
Prince Fielder, Tigers agree to deal (0:52)

Prince Fielder, Tigers agree to deal (0:52)

Free agent first baseman Prince Fielder and the Detroit Tigers agreed Tuesday on a nine-year, $214 million contract that fills the AL Central champions' need for a power hitter, a person familiar with the deal said. (Jan. 24)
Wizards fire Saunders, promote Wittman (0:57)

Wizards fire Saunders, promote Wittman (0:57)

Flip Saunders was fired Tuesday as coach of the NBA-worst Washington Wizards and replaced by assistant Randy Wittman. The Wizards are an NBA-worst 2-15. (Jan. 24)
Posada to retire after 17 seasons (1:49)

Posada to retire after 17 seasons (1:49)

Flanked by his wife and children, with five World Series trophies sitting on a table to his right, New York Yankees catcher Jorge Posada announced his retirement Tuesday. (Jan. 24)
Rangers introduce Japanese pitcher Yu Darvish (1:55)

Rangers introduce Japanese pitcher Yu Darvish (1:55)

The Texas Rangers introduced recently-signed Japanese pitching sensation Yu Darvish who discussed his upcoming transition to playing in the majors. (Jan. 20)

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