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Taxed in Oakland Apr 15, 2024

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Episode 109, Segment 1 -- The Nationals came up short in the rubber match of a 3 game series in Oakland over the weekend, thanks to a rough 6th inning on Sunday where Trevor Williams and the Bullpen failed to hold a 5 run lead for the team. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer breakdown what went wrong and why the Nationals Bullpen may already be overworked just three weeks into the regular season. Plus, highlights from good starts from RHP Jake Irvin and LHP MacKenzie Gore, and why Joey Meneses' struggles may eventually put the team in a position to potentially move away from him as the team's primary Designated Hitter.

Welcome To The Show Mitchell Parker Apr 15, 2024

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Episode 109, Segment 2 -- In what could be a season of many Major League debuts for members of the Nationals Top 30 Prospects list (according to MLB Pipeline), fans will get their first look at one of them as LHP Mitchell Parker (#21 Nationals Prospect) is set to make his debut in the opening game of a road series versus the Los Angeles Dodgers. Grant & Tobi give you everything you need to know about the 24 year old lefty before he takes the mound against a tough Dodgers lineup.

He Might Be Ready Apr 15, 2024

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Episode 109, Segment 3 -- It was a big week for Nationals Top Prospect OF James Wood, who slugged his first two homeruns of the season, flashed his defensive skills, and maintained a batting average over .360 in a weeklong series versus Buffalo in Triple-A. Is it time for fans to start planning to see James Wood make his Major League debut soon? Grant & Tobi map out when that debut could be. Plus, we read your reviews from our Podcast page!

Run Nats, Run!; Increased Value; Minor League Report Apr 11, 2024

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Episode 108, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals begin their West Coast road trip with a series win in San Francisco despite dropping the finale on Wednesday. But the biggest news of the week came in the form of injury news for All-Star SP Josiah Gray. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer give you the latest update on Josiah Gray as he lands on the 15-Day Injured List. Plus, SS CJ Abrams returned to the lineup in Game 2 of the series, and quickly reminded us why he's a catalyst for the team. Is Abrams approaching superstar status? Then, Grant & Tobi dive into the stunning numbers behind the Nationals surge in stolen bases to start the 2024 season; Despite a low, but unsurprising batting average to start his season, 1B Joey Gallo is off to a near 40 Homerun pace to begin his campaign. Grant & Tobi dive into why good starts from Joey Gallo, Luis Garcia and Jesse Winker are encouraging signs in the Nationals continued effort to rebuild. Plus, 3B Nick Senzel is currently on a Minor League Rehab assignment. What does this mean for young 3B Trey Lipscomb's near future?; It's been a good week among most of the Top Prospects in the Nationals Minor League system. Grant & Tobi highlight performances from James Wood, Dylan Crews and Cristhian Vaquero. Plus, a new Nationals prospect enters MLB Pipelines Top 100 Prospects!

Run Nats, Run! Apr 11, 2024

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Episode 108, Segment 1 -- The Nationals begin their West Coast road trip with a series win in San Francisco despite dropping the finale on Wednesday. But the biggest news of the week came in the form of injury news for All-Star SP Josiah Gray. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer give you the latest update on Josiah Gray as he lands on the 15-Day Injured List. Plus, SS CJ Abrams returned to the lineup in Game 2 of the series, and quickly reminded us why he's a catalyst for the team. Is Abrams approaching superstar status? Then, Grant & Tobi dive into the stunning numbers behind the Nationals surge in stolen bases to start the 2024 season.

Increased Value Apr 11, 2024

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Episode 108, Segment 2 -- Despite a low, but unsurprising batting average to start his season, 1B Joey Gallo is off to a near 40 Homerun pace to begin his campaign. Grant & Tobi dive into why good starts from Joey Gallo, Luis Garcia and Jesse Winker are encouraging signs in the Nationals continued effort to rebuild. Plus, 3B Nick Senzel is currently on a Minor League Rehab assignment. What does this mean for young 3B Trey Lipscomb's near future?

Minor League Report Apr 11, 2024

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Episode 108, Segment 3 -- It's been a good week among most of the Top Prospects in the Nationals Minor League system. Grant & Tobi highlight performances from James Wood, Dylan Crews and Cristhian Vaquero. Plus, a new Nationals prospect enters MLB Pipelines Top 100 Prospects!

Stephen Strasburg Officially Retires; Avoided The Sweep; Minor League Check-In Apr 08, 2024

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Episode 107, FULL SHOW -- Several months ago, everyone thought that Stephen Strasburg had retired, and he was set to say his farewells to the fanbase. But behind the scenes, things didn't go as planned and his scheduled retirement did not happen. Following Saturday's game against the Phillies, Mark Zuckerman of MASN Sports reported that the Nationals and Stephen Strasburg officially came to an agreement on the financial terms of his retirement. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer reflect on the special career of the 2019 World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg, as his illustrious career comes to an end; The Phillies were in town for a weekend series, and took the first two games of the series, keeping the Nats offense relatively quiet. But MacKenzie Gore took the mound for the home team on Sunday and put forth a strong performance to help lift the Nats to a win to avoid being swept by Philadelphia. Grant & Tobi recap the series that was and highlight the best and worst from the weekend; James Wood and the Rochester Red Wings are finally playing games again after 4 days worth of postponed games. Grant & Tobi take a look at how the Nationals top Minor Leaguers are performing as their seasons are underway across the system. Plus, some recognition for OF Jesse Winker, who has supplied the Nationals with a surprising attribute that not many were expecting from the former All-Star slugger.

Stephen Strasburg Officially Retires Apr 08, 2024

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Episode 107, Segment 1 -- Several months ago, everyone thought that Stephen Strasburg had retired, and he was set to say his farewells to the fanbase. But behind the scenes, things didn't go as planned and his scheduled retirement did not happen. Following Saturday's game against the Phillies, Mark Zuckerman of MASN Sports reported that the Nationals and Stephen Strasburg officially came to an agreement on the financial terms of his retirement. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer reflect on the special career of the 2019 World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg, as his illustrious career comes to an end.

Avoided The Sweep Apr 08, 2024

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Episode 107, Segment 2 -- The Phillies were in town for a weekend series, and took the first two games of the series, keeping the Nats offense relatively quiet. But MacKenzie Gore took the mound for the home team on Sunday and put forth a strong performance to help lift the Nats to a win to avoid being swept by Philadelphia. Grant & Tobi recap the series that was and highlight the best and worst from the weekend.

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