Bustin’ Loose Baseball

2024 Season Recap; What the Future Holds Oct 11, 2024

Episode 153, FULL SHOW -- Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer are back to put a bow on the Washington Nationals 2024 season, looking back at stand out performances, and discussing whether the organization hit its goals for the season while developing some of their top prospects and young pitching staff; Now that we've looked back at the 2024 season that was, Grant & Tobi look ahead to what should be a big offseason of decisions for the Nationals organization. Will they look to spend money to take the next step towards competing in the National League, or will they continue to rely on youth to develop to move the organization forward? Plus, Grant & Tobi make their picks for who they think will win the 2024 World Series.

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2024 Season Recap Oct 11, 2024

Episode 153, Segment 1 -- Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer are back to put a bow on the Washington Nationals 2024 season, looking back at stand out performances, and discussing whether the organization hit its goals for the season while developing some of their top prospects and young pitching staff.

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What the Future Holds Oct 11, 2024

Episode 153, Segment 2 -- Now that we've looked back at the 2024 season that was, Grant & Tobi look ahead to what should be a big offseason of decisions for the Nationals organization. Will they look to spend money to take the next step towards competing in the National League, or will they continue to rely on youth to develop to move the organization forward? Plus, Grant & Tobi make their picks for who they think will win the 2024 World Series.

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Looking Ahead with MASN's Bobby Blanco Sep 26, 2024

Episode 152, FULL SHOW -- Tobi Altizer is joined by Bobby Blanco of MASN Sports to talk about the demotion of CJ Abrams, and to look ahead to what's next for the Washington Nationals as they enter the final series of the 2024 regular season.

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BREAKING NEWS: CJ Abrams Demoted Sep 21, 2024

Episode 151, BONUS SEGMENT -- News broke on Saturday morning that All-Star SS CJ Abrams has been demoted to Triple-A Rochester, being replaced on the Major League roster by INF Trey Lipscomb. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer discuss what this means for the future of the Nats young star and whether or not this puts his next steps in his development at a crossroads. Plus, hear from Manager Davey Martinez on the reasoning behind his demotion.

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Championship Pedigree; Building Blocks; Resurging Abrams Sep 20, 2024

Episode 151, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals Low-A Affiliate won their league championship on Wednesday Night, winning for the first time since 2014. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer discuss the milestone feat for the organization, and breakdown the great season by Pitcher of the Year RHP Travis Sykora, who led the team to victory in the deciding game for the Championship; Grant & Tobi go through some of the other contributors to the Fredericksburg Nationals championship run, including Seaver King and Alex Clemmey. And we look ahead to where the Nats fall in potential draft positioning for the 2025 MLB Draft; Back at the Major League level, despite overall team struggles over the past week, one bright spot has been the resurgence of All-Star SS CJ Abrams. Grant & Tobi look at his offensive output since his return from injury and how a strong performance in the final weeks should bode well Abrams’ confidence. Plus, RHP Trevor Williams returns to the rotation on Friday. What does a 6-man rotation do for the young pitchers in the Nats Pitching staff as we close the season out?

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Championship Pedigree Sep 20, 2024

Episode 151, Segment 1 -- The Nationals Low-A Affiliate won their league championship on Wednesday Night, winning for the first time since 2014. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer discuss the milestone feat for the organization, and breakdown the great season by Pitcher of the Year RHP Travis Sykora, who led the team to victory in the deciding game for the Championship.

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Building Blocks Sep 20, 2024

Episode 151, Segment 2 -- Grant & Tobi go through some of the other contributors to the Fredericksburg Nationals championship run, including Seaver King and Alex Clemmey. And we look ahead to where the Nats fall in potential draft positioning for the 2025 MLB Draft.

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Resurging Abrams Sep 20, 2024

Episode 151, Segment 3 -- Back at the Major League level, despite overall team struggles over the past week, one bright spot has been the resurgence of All-Star SS CJ Abrams. Grant & Tobi look at his offensive output since his return from injury and how a strong performance in the final weeks should bode well Abrams' confidence. Plus, RHP Trevor Williams returns to the rotation on Friday. What does a 6-man rotation do for the young pitchers in the Nats Pitching staff as we close the season out?

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Wood Crosses Another Milestone; Pitching With Purpose Sep 16, 2024

Episode 150, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals continued their dominance over the 2024 Miami Marlins, taking 3 of 4 in a weekend series at Nationals Park. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer recap the weekend that was, including James Wood's first 2-HR game on Sunday; Grant & Tobi look back at some of the quality pitching performances from the weekend series versus the Marlins, including another encouraging start for MacKenzie Gore, and the emergence of DJ Herz. Plus, details on the Fredericksburg Nationals as they are playing for the Low-A Championship this week.

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Wood Crosses Another Milestone Sep 16, 2024

Episode 150, Segment 1 -- The Nationals continued their dominance over the 2024 Miami Marlins, taking 3 of 4 in a weekend series at Nationals Park. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer recap the weekend that was, including James Wood's first 2-HR game on Sunday.

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Pitching With Purpose Sep 16, 2024

Episode 150, Segment 2 -- Grant & Tobi look back at some of the quality pitching performances from the weekend series versus the Marlins, including another encouraging start for MacKenzie Gore, and the emergence of DJ Herz. Plus, details on the Fredericksburg Nationals as they are playing for the Low-A Championship this week.

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The 20/20 Club; Finishing Strong; Dylan Crews on Adjusting to the Major Leagues Sep 12, 2024

Episode 149, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals finished their season series with the Atlanta Braves on a high note, as All-Star SS CJ Abrams clubbed his 20th homerun of the year, officially entering the coveted 20 Homerun, 20 Stolen Base club. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer look back at a season of highs and lows in CJ Abrams 2nd full campaign with the organization; As we hit the final weeks of the season, Grant & Tobi analyze three players they want to see strong finishes from before they enter the offseason; Tobi Altizer caught up with Dylan Crews at Nationals Park this week to talk about his adjustment to the Major League level, his move to Right Field, and the success of his former LSU teammate Paul Skenes.

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The 20/20 Club Sep 12, 2024

Episode 149, Segment 1 -- The Nationals finished their season series with the Atlanta Braves on a high note, as All-Star SS CJ Abrams clubbed his 20th homerun of the year, officially entering the coveted 20 Homerun, 20 Stolen Base club. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer look back at a season of highs and lows in CJ Abrams 2nd full campaign with the organization.

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Finishing Strong Sep 12, 2024

Episode 149, Segment 2 -- As we hit the final weeks of the season, Grant & Tobi analyze three players they want to see strong finishes from before they enter the offseason.

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Dylan Crews on Adjusting to the Major Leagues Sep 12, 2024

Episode 149, Segment 3 -- Tobi Altizer caught up with Dylan Crews at Nationals Park this week to talk about his adjustment to the Major League level, his move to Right Field, and the success of his former LSU teammate Paul Skenes.

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Return of the Mac; Prized Jewels; Sykora Reigns Supreme Sep 06, 2024

Episode 148, FULL SHOW -- After a series of struggles for LHP MacKenzie Gore, he's put together a good stretch of 3 games where he's seemed to have fixed his mechanical issues that lead to his rough patch. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer breakdown the Gore's resurgence and look at the rest of the recent performances from the Nats young pitching staff; Grant & Tobi discuss the latest performances from OF Dylan Crews and OF James Wood, and point out why CJ Abrams struggles shouldn't sway you away from having faith in the Shortstops future with the team; Nats Prospect RHP Travis Sykora continues to dominate at the Low-A Level in the Minor Leagues, earning yet another Pitcher of the Month Award. Grant & Tobi look back at his season so far, then look ahead to the rest of the weekend and the next homestand for the Nats.

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Return of the Mac Sep 06, 2024

Episode 148, Segment 1 -- After a series of struggles for LHP MacKenzie Gore, he's put together a good stretch of 3 games where he's seemed to have fixed his mechanical issues that lead to his rough patch. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer breakdown the Gore's resurgence and look at the rest of the recent performances from the Nats young pitching staff.

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Prized Jewels Sep 06, 2024

Episode 148, Segment 2 -- Grant & Tobi discuss the latest performances from OF Dylan Crews and OF James Wood, and point out why CJ Abrams struggles shouldn't sway you away from having faith in the Shortstops future with the team.

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Sykora Reigns Supreme Sep 06, 2024

Episode 148, Segment 3 -- Nats Prospect RHP Travis Sykora continues to dominate at the Low-A Level in the Minor Leagues, earning yet another Pitcher of the Month Award. Grant & Tobi look back at his season so far, then look ahead to the rest of the weekend and the next homestand for the Nats.

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A Sweep of Sloppy Proportions; September Call-Ups; Fair or Foul Sep 02, 2024

Episode 147, FULL SHOW -- After a thrilling series victory versus the Yankees earlier this week, things didn't fare as well against a hot Chicago Cubs team as they came into Nationals Park and took all three games of the weekend series. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer breakdown each game of the series for what went wrong in a weekend full of miscues and missed opportunities; The Nationals added two new members to the Major League Roster over the weekend as the month of September arrived and roster spots became available. #22 Prospect RHP Zach Brzykcy and 2B/OF Darren Baker were the designated September Call-Ups, and both made their debuts on Sunday. Grant & Tobi look back at their first outings for the Major League club and discuss what their long-term outlook could be; Grant & Tobi are joined by Producer Darris as he hosts a round of 'Fair or Foul', asking questions revolving around the future of the Nationals Major League roster.

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A Sweep of Sloppy Proportions Sep 02, 2024

Episode 147, Segment 1 -- After a thrilling series victory versus the Yankees earlier this week, things didn't fare as well against a hot Chicago Cubs team as they came into Nationals Park and took all three games of the weekend series. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer breakdown each game of the series for what went wrong in a weekend full of miscues and missed opportunities.

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September Call-Ups Sep 02, 2024

Episode 147, Segment 2 -- The Nationals added two new members to the Major League Roster over the weekend as the month of September arrived and roster spots became available. #22 Prospect RHP Zach Brzykcy and 2B/OF Darren Baker were the designated September Call-Ups, and both made their debuts on Sunday. Grant & Tobi look back at their first outings for the Major League club and discuss what their long-term outlook could be.

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Fair or Foul Sep 02, 2024

Episode 147, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi are joined by Producer Darris as he hosts a round of 'Fair or Foul', asking questions revolving around the future of the Nationals Major League roster.

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Crewsing to a Series Win; The Future is Now; Baserunning Blunders Aug 30, 2024

Episode 146, FULL SHOW -- Dylan Crews may not have recorded a hit in his Major League debut on Monday, but since then, he's put on display all the tools he'll bring to the Nationals. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer recap the Nats series win over the Yankees and look back at how impactful Dylan Crews proved he can be going forward; The Nationals deployed some of their youngest lineups of the season this week in their home series versus the Yankees. Grant & Tobi discuss why this youth movement has provided a jolt of energy to the organization; In a season full of critical baserunning mistakes from an aggressive baserunning Nats team, Wednesday Night may have been one of the biggest head scratching blunders of the season. Grant & Tobi look back at the wild baserunning mistake from the Bottom of the 8th in the series finale vs the Yankees. Plus, has OF Robert Hassell III become a forgotten prospect? Grant breaks down why he still has plenty of value left.

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Crewsing to a Series Win Aug 30, 2024

Episode 146, Segment 1 -- Dylan Crews may not have recorded a hit in his Major League debut on Monday, but since then, he's put on display all of the tools he'll bring to the Nationals. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer recap the Nats series win over the Yankees and look back at how impactful Dylan Crews proved he can be going forward.

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The Future is Now Aug 30, 2024

Episode 146, Segment 2 -- The Nationals deployed some of their youngest lineups of the season this week in their home series versus the Yankees. Grant & Tobi discuss why this youth movement has provided a jolt of energy to the organization.

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Baserunning Blunders Aug 30, 2024

Episode 146, Segment 3 -- In a season full of critical baserunning mistakes from an aggressive baserunning Nats team, Wednesday Night may have been one of the biggest head scratching blunders of the season. Grant & Tobi look back at the wild baserunning mistake from the Bottom of the 8th in the series finale vs the Yankees. Plus, has OF Robert Hassell III become a forgotten prospect? Grant breaks down why he still has plenty of value left.

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Recapping Dylan Crews' Debut; Wood, Abrams on Reuniting with Dylan Crews; Ryan Zimmerman on Crews' Progression Aug 27, 2024

Episode 145, FULL SHOW -- The Bustin' Loose Baseball Podcast team was in attendance on Monday for full coverage of the Major League debut for Nationals Top Prospect and 2023 #2 Overall Pick, OF Dylan Crews. Grant Paulsen, Tobi Altizer & Producer Darris Dameron react to what they saw and give their first impressions of the former LSU Tiger as he took center stage against Juan Soto, Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees on Monday Night; The last time James Wood, CJ Abrams and Dylan Crews were in the same lineup was back in Spring Training several months ago. Monday would mark the first time the three would be in a Major League lineup together. James Wood and CJ Abrams both joined Grant & Danny on 106.7 The Fan during batting practice to talk about their advice for Dylan Crews ahead of his debut; Mr. National himself Ryan Zimmerman was in attendance on Monday for Dylan Crews' Major League debut. He caught up with Grant & Danny on the field during batting practice on 106.7 The Fan in DC to talk about the former LSU Tigers' rise through the minor league system and how he'll translate his progression into the big leagues. Then, Grant & Danny chat with George Crews, the father of Dylan Crews, about this special night for their family.

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Recapping Dylan Crews' Debut Aug 27, 2024

Episode 145, Segment 1 -- The Bustin' Loose Baseball Podcast team was in attendance on Monday for full coverage of the Major League debut for Nationals Top Prospect and 2023 #2 Overall Pick, OF Dylan Crews. Grant Paulsen, Tobi Altizer & Producer Darris Dameron react to what they saw and give their first impressions of the former LSU Tiger as he took center stage against Juan Soto, Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees on Monday Night.

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Wood, Abrams on Reuniting with Dylan Crews Aug 27, 2024

Episode 145, Segment 2 -- The last time James Wood, CJ Abrams and Dylan Crews were in the same lineup was back in Spring Training several months ago. Monday would mark the first time the three would be in a Major League lineup together. James Wood and CJ Abrams both joined Grant & Danny on 106.7 The Fan during batting practice to talk about their advice for Dylan Crews ahead of his debut.

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Ryan Zimmerman on Crews' Progression Aug 27, 2024

Episode 145, Segment 3 -- Mr. National himself Ryan Zimmerman was in attendance on Monday for Dylan Crews' Major League debut. He caught up with Grant & Danny on the field during batting practice on 106.7 The Fan in DC to talk about the former LSU Tigers' rise through the minor league system and how he'll translate his progression into the big leagues. Then, Grant & Danny chat with George Crews, the father of Dylan Crews, about this special night for their family.

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BREAKING NEWS: Dylan Crews Set to Debut August 26 Aug 23, 2024

Episode 144, BONUS SEGMENT -- In a season of debuts of Top Prospects, news broke on Friday that the former #2 Overall Pick of the 2023 MLB Draft, OF Dylan Crews is officially set to make his Major League debut with the Washington Nationals on Monday, August 26th when they begin a 3-game home series with the New York Yankees at Nationals Park. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer get you ready for Dylan Crews' debut with everything you should know and expect from the Nats Number 1 Prospect.

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Milestones versus Mile High; Minor League Headlines Aug 23, 2024

Episode 144, FULL SHOW -- The Nats took 2 of 3 from the Colorado Rockies in a quick home series, ending their season series with a 4-2 advantage. Despite being shut out in Game 1 of the series, the Nats saw several good performances and a couple of milestones hit. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer recap the series that was, including Patrick Corbin recording his 100th career win, the latest hot streaks from Luis Garcia Jr. and James Wood, and a bounce back performance by Mitchell Parker; Grant & Tobi spin around the Minor League system, highlighting some of the top performers over the last week from the Nationals Minor League Affiliates, including the latest from Travis Sykora, Dylan Crews, and Elijah Green.

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Milestones versus Mile High Aug 23, 2024

Episode 144, Segment 1 -- The Nats took 2 of 3 from the Colorado Rockies in a quick home series, ending their season series with a 4-2 advantage. Despite being shut out in Game 1 of the series, the Nats saw several good performances and a couple of milestones hit. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer recap the series that was, including Patrick Corbin recording his 100th career win, the latest hot streaks from Luis Garcia Jr. and James Wood, and a bounce back performance by Mitchell Parker.

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Minor League Headlines Aug 23, 2024

Episode 144, Segment 2 -- Grant & Tobi spin around the Minor League system, highlighting some of the top performers over the last week from the Nationals Minor League Affiliates, including the latest from Travis Sykora, Dylan Crews, and Elijah Green.

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Pull Party; A Messy Series in Philly; Minor League News & Notes Aug 19, 2024

Episode 143, FULL SHOW -- After lots of discussion over the last couple weeks over the lack of pulling the ball for OF James Wood, the recently graduated top prospect finally put those discussions to rest. Wood took Phillies Reliever Jeff Hoffman deep over the Right Field Wall in Citizen's Bank Park on Sunday and left everyone's jaw dropped. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer admire Wood's majestic homerun from Sunday's win in Philly; Despite the win in the series finale on Sunday, the Nats played some ugly baseball over the course of the 4-game series in Philadelphia. Grant & Tobi look over some of the glaring mistakes from a brutal series loss to the NL leading Phillies; Grant & Tobi deliver the latest news and notes from around the Nationals Minor League system, including an injury update on RHP Brad Lord, Joey Gallo and Robert Hassell's latest rehab games, and more! Plus, a look ahead to the upcoming slate of games, and a prediction on when we could see Top Prospect Dylan Crews in a Nats uniform.

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Pull Party Aug 19, 2024

Episode 143, Segment 1 -- After lots of discussion over the last couple weeks over the lack of pulling the ball for OF James Wood, the recently graduated top prospect finally put those discussions to rest. Wood took Phillies Reliever Jeff Hoffman deep over the Right Field Wall in Citizen's Bank Park on Sunday and left everyone's jaw dropped. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer admire Wood's majestic homerun from Sunday's win in Philly.

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A Messy Series in Philly Aug 19, 2024

Episode 143, Segment 2 -- Despite the win in the series finale on Sunday, the Nats played some ugly baseball over the course of the 4-game series in Philadelphia. Grant & Tobi look over some of the glaring mistakes from a brutal series loss to the NL leading Phillies.

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Minor League News & Notes Aug 19, 2024

Episode 143, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi deliver the latest news and notes from around the Nationals Minor League system, including an injury update on RHP Brad Lord, Joey Gallo and Robert Hassell's latest rehab games, and more! Plus a look ahead to the upcoming slate of games, and a prediction on when we could see Top Prospect Dylan Crews in a Nats uniform.

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Dog Days of August; Coaching Staff Extended; Minor League Check-In Aug 16, 2024

Episode 142, FULL SHOW -- As the 2024 Season is approaching its final month, a pitching staff that was once performing at a high level has hit a stretch of inconsistency. Has the young pitching staff hit a wall as the inning pile up? Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer breakdown their performances over the last week and determine what the next steps are in the development of this group; Manager Davey Martinez announced earlier this week that his entire coaching staff received extensions into the next season, ensuring that there is stability across the staff for the young developing players going into the 2025 season. But many Nats fans seem to be scratching their heads at the decision to retain a staff that coaches a team under .500 with several deficiencies. Grant & Tobi give their thoughts on why some of those deficiencies may be overblown; While there are struggles on the Major League roster, several top prospects are putting up eye popping numbers across the Minor League system. Grant & Tobi have the latest updates on who's heating up across the Nats Minor League Affiliates.

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Dog Days of August Aug 16, 2024

Episode 142, Segment 1 -- As the 2024 Season is approaching its final month, a pitching staff that was once performing at a high level has hit a stretch of inconsistency. Has the young pitching staff hit a wall as the inning pile up? Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer breakdown their performances over the last week and determine what the next steps are in the development of this group.

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Coaching Staff Extended Aug 16, 2024

Episode 142, Segment 2 -- Manager Davey Martinez announced earlier this week that his entire coaching staff received extensions into the next season, ensuring that there is stability across the staff for the young developing players going into the 2025 season. But many Nats fans seem to be scratching their heads at the decision to retain a staff that coaches a team under .500 with several deficiencies. Grant & Tobi give their thoughts on why some of those deficiencies may be overblown.

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Minor League Check-In Aug 16, 2024

Episode 142, Segment 3 -- While there are struggles on the Major League roster, several top prospects are putting up eye popping numbers across the Minor League system. Grant & Tobi have the latest updates on who's heating up across the Nats Minor League Affiliates.

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Opposites Attract; Gore's Regression; Raising Aces Aug 12, 2024

Episode 141, FULL SHOW -- The Nats won a weekend series versus the Los Angeles Angels thanks to walk-off victories on Friday and Saturday Night. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer highlight the offensive heroes from a pair of wild finishes over the Halos. Then, should the lack of pull side power for James Wood be a concern? Grant & Tobi tell you why you shouldn't worry about the 21-year-old's lack of hitting the ball to the pull side with power; The biggest story to come from Sunday's failure to complete the sweep of the Angels was yet another disappointing outing for LHP MacKenzie Gore. What's gone wrong for the promising lefty?; Two of the Nationals top pitching prospects have been putting up ridiculous numbers over the last couple of months. And so far into August, there are no signs of either slowing down. Grant & Tobi look back at another pair of stellar outings for RHP Travis Sykora, and RHP Jarlin Susana.

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Opposites Attract Aug 12, 2024

Episode 141, Segment 1 -- The Nats won a weekend series versus the Los Angeles Angels thanks to walk-off victories on Friday and Saturday Night. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer highlight the offensive heroes from a pair of wild finishes over the Halos. Then, should the lack of pull side power for James Wood be a concern? Grant & Tobi tell you why you shouldn't worry about the 21-year-old's lack of hitting the ball to the pull side with power.

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Gore's Regression Aug 12, 2024

Episode 141, Segment 2 -- The biggest story to come from Sunday's failure to complete the sweep of the Angels was yet another disappointing outing for LHP MacKenzie Gore. What's gone wrong for the promising lefty?

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Raising Aces Aug 12, 2024

Episode 141, Segment 3 -- Two of the Nationals top pitching prospects have been putting up ridiculous numbers over the last couple of months. And so far into August, there are no signs of either slowing down. Grant & Tobi look back at another pair of stellar outings for RHP Travis Sykora, and RHP Jarlin Susana.

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Giant Letdown; Running Out of Gas; Rendon Returns to DC Aug 09, 2024

Episode 140, FULL SHOW -- The Nats failed to take the season series versus the San Francisco Giants after an extra inning collapse in a stop and start affair on Thursday. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer breakdown the series and highlight what we learned about various members of the roster out of the 4-game set versus San Francisco; Grant & Tobi breakdown the latest pitching performances by the Nationals young starters, and question if there should be concerns that Parker, Gore, Irvin and Herz are running out of steam as the season goes on and the innings continue to pile up; For the first time since Game 5 of the 2019 World Series, Anthony Rendon will play baseball at Nationals Park this weekend as the Los Angeles Angels come to town. Grant & Tobi remember the good times, where Rendon was a major part of the Nationals World Series run.

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Giant Letdown Aug 09, 2024

Episode 140, Segment 1 -- The Nats failed to take the season series versus the San Francisco Giants after an extra inning collapse in a stop and start affair on Thursday. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer breakdown the series and highlight what we learned about various members of the roster out of the 4-game set versus San Francisco.

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Running Out of Gas Aug 09, 2024

Episode 140, Segment 2 -- Grant & Tobi breakdown the latest pitching performances by the Nationals young starters, and question if there should be concerns that Parker, Gore, Irvin and Herz are running out of steam as the season goes on and the innings continue to pile up.

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Rendon Returns to DC Aug 09, 2024

Episode 140, Segment 3 -- For the first time since Game 5 of the 2019 World Series, Anthony Rendon will play baseball at Nationals Park this weekend as the Los Angeles Angels come to town. Grant & Tobi remember the good times, where Rendon was a major part of the Nationals World Series run.

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Garcia Jr's Big Weekend; Development Matters; A Pair of Flamethrowers Aug 05, 2024

Episode 139, FULL SHOW -- After a rough end to their recent road trip, the Nats returned home this weekend and win a series vs the NL Central leading Milwaukee Brewers, part in thanks to a big weekend on offense by 2B Luis Garcia Jr. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer recap the offensive outburst by the 24 year old Second Baseman and why this breakout for Garcia Jr. is for real; While the spotlight offensively has been on Luis Garcia Jr and Juan Yepez as of late, James Wood has quietly entered a hot stretch of hitting as well as he continues to develop as a Major League and is set to graduate from his Prospect status later this week. Grant & Tobi breakdown the recent hot streak for Wood, as well as pitching performances from LHP DJ Herz & LHP Mitchell Parker as they each continue their rookie campaigns from the mound; Grant & Tobi discuss what's going right for a pair of young right-handed pitching prospects who are lighting up radar guns and shutting down offenses for their respective minor league teams in RHP Jarlin Susana and RHP Travis Sykora. Plus, a quick look ahead to a 4-game series with the San Francisco Giants.

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Garcia Jr's Big Weekend Aug 05, 2024

Episode 139, Segment 1 -- After a rough end to their recent road trip, the Nats returned home this weekend and win a series vs the NL Central leading Milwaukee Brewers, part in thanks to a big weekend on offense by 2B Luis Garcia Jr. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer recap the offensive outburst by the 24 year old Second Baseman and why this breakout for Garcia Jr. is for real.

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Development Matters Aug 05, 2024

Episode 139, Segment 2 -- While the spotlight offensively has been on Luis Garcia Jr and Juan Yepez as of late, James Wood has quietly entered a hot stretch of hitting as well as he continues to develop as a Major League and is set to graduate from his Prospect status later this week. Grant & Tobi breakdown the recent hot streak for Wood, as well as pitching performances from LHP DJ Herz & LHP Mitchell Parker as they each continue their rookie campaigns from the mound.

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A Pair of Flamethrowers Aug 05, 2024

Episode 139, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi discuss what's going right for a pair of young right-handed pitching prospects who are lighting up radar guns and shutting down offenses for their respective minor league teams in RHP Jarlin Susana and RHP Travis Sykora. Plus, a quick look ahead to a 4-game series with the San Francisco Giants.

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A Week to Forget; Storylines to Watch; Growth of a System Aug 02, 2024

Episode 138, FULL SHOW -- From being No-Hit by the Padres, to back-to-back 9th inning walk-off losses, to a 17-0 blowout loss, and several trades of fan favorite players, it has been quite the rough week for Nationals fans. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer recap the fallout from the MLB Trade Deadline and assess where the Nationals are as they approach the final two months of the 2024 Regular Season; With the Nats now seemingly looking toward next season, what should fans be watching for in the final two months of the regular season as the team looks to progress toward the future? Grant & Tobi give their thoughts on which players performances down the stretch will be most important and which Prospects we could potentially see make Major League debuts sooner rather than later; While looking at some of the latest eye-popping numbers from some of the Nationals top prospects recent performances, Tobi Altizer and Grant Paulsen reflect on how far the Nationals Minor League System has progressed from what it was just a few years ago.

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A Week to Forget Aug 02, 2024

Episode 138, Segment 1 -- From being No-Hit by the Padres, to back-to-back 9th inning walk-off losses, to a 17-0 blowout loss, and several trades of fan favorite players, it has been quite the rough week for Nationals fans. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer recap the fallout from the MLB Trade Deadline and assess where the Nationals are as they approach the final two months of the 2024 Regular Season.

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Storylines to Watch Aug 02, 2024

Episode 138, Segment 2 -- With the Nats now seemingly looking toward next season, what should fans be watching for in the final two months of the regular season as the team looks to progress toward the future? Grant & Tobi give their thoughts on which players performances down the stretch will be most important and which Prospects we could potentially see make Major League debuts sooner rather than later.

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Growth of a System Aug 02, 2024

Episode 138, Segment 3 -- While looking at some of the latest eye-popping numbers from some of the Nationals top prospects recent performances, Tobi Altizer and Grant Paulsen reflect on how far the Nationals Minor League System has progressed from what it was just a few years ago.

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BREAKING NEWS: Lane Thomas Traded to Cleveland Jul 30, 2024

Episode 137, BONUS SEGMENT -- With less than 24 hours to go before the 2024 MLB Trade Deadline, the Nationals have struck yet another deal. This time, it comes at the cost of fan favorite OF Lane Thomas. The 2-time organizational player of the year has been traded to Cleveland in exchange for Guardians prospects LHP Alex Clemmey, INF Rafael Ramirez Jr. & INF Jose Tena. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer have all the information you need to know about the new incoming prospects to the Nats organization, and bid farewell to Thomas.

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Jesse Winker Traded to the Mets; What's Next as Trade Deadline Approaches Jul 29, 2024

Episode 137, FULL SHOW -- After the Nats concluded their victory on Saturday Night in St. Louis, taking two of the first three games of the series, news broke that OF/DH Jesse Winker had been traded to the New York Mets. This marks the 2nd trade the Nats have completed in the last couple of weeks as the trade deadline fast approaches. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer look at the return in the trade of Winker and give a quick recap of the Nats series victory over the Cardinals; The MLB Trade Deadline is Tuesday at 6pm. What other moves will Mike Rizzo and the Nationals Front Office seek to make in what seems to be a competitive trade market? Grant & Tobi breakdown which Nationals they expect to be on the trade block and who potential trade partners could be across the league.

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Jesse Winker Traded to the Mets Jul 29, 2024

Episode 137, Segment 1 -- After the Nats concluded their victory on Saturday Night in St. Louis, taking two of the first three games of the series, news broke that OF/DH Jesse Winker had been traded to the New York Mets. This marks the 2nd trade the Nats have completed in the last couple of weeks as the trade deadline fast approaches. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer look at the return in the trade of Winker, and give a quick recap of the Nats series victory over the Cardinals.

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What's Next As the Trade Deadline Approaches Jul 29, 2024

Episode 137, Segment 2 -- The MLB Trade Deadline is Tuesday at 6pm. What other moves will Mike Rizzo and the Nationals Front Office seek to make in what seems to be a competitive trade market? Grant & Tobi breakdown which Nationals they expect to be on the trade block and who potential trade partners could be across the league.

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Wood You Look at That; Pitching Clinic; Minor League Check-In Jul 22, 2024

Episode 136, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals opened up the unofficial 2nd half of the season with a 3 game series sweep over the Cincinnati Reds. James Wood capped it off with a go-ahead 3-Run Homer to send the Reds packing. Tobi Altizer and Grant Paulsen breakdown James Wood's performance so far and why his hard hit balls on Sunday may lead to him heating up in the coming days and weeks; Despite a rough outing for MacKenzie Gore on Saturday, the rest of the pitching staff started the second half of the season on a high note, led by impressive starts from Patrick Corbin and Jake Irvin. Tobi & Grant chime in on what the Pitching Staff did right to keep the Reds offense in check in their 3 game sweep; The second half of the Minor League season is also underway. Tobi & Grant look back at the first Post All-Star Break series for the Nats Affiliates, then look ahead to the rematch series for the big league club with the San Diego Padres.

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Wood You Look at That Jul 22, 2024

Episode 136, Segment 1 -- The Nationals opened up the unofficial 2nd half of the season with a 3 game series sweep over the Cincinnati Reds. James Wood capped it off with a go-ahead 3-Run Homer to send the Reds packing. Tobi Altizer and Grant Paulsen breakdown James Wood's performance so far and why his hard hit balls on Sunday may lead to him heating up in the coming days and weeks.

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Pitching Clinic Jul 22, 2024

Episode 136, Segment 2 -- Despite a rough outing for MacKenzie Gore on Saturday, the rest of the pitching staff started the second half of the season on a high note, led by impressive starts from Patrick Corbin and Jake Irvin. Tobi & Grant chime in on what the Pitching Staff did right to keep the Reds offense in check in their 3 game sweep.

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Minor League Check-In Jul 22, 2024

Episode 136, Segment 3 -- The second half of the Minor League season is also underway. Tobi & Grant look back at the first Post All-Star Break series for the Nats Affiliates, then look ahead to the rematch series for the big league club with the San Diego Padres.

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Trade Deadline Expectations; Second Half Players to Watch; Back in Action vs Cincinnati Jul 19, 2024

Episode 135, FULL SHOW -- The All-Star Break has come and gone, and the next big date on the MLB Calendar is the Trade Deadline. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer lay out their expectations for who could be on the trade block and what roster moves the Nationals could make if they choose to trade away several players in the coming days; Which Nationals do we need to see the most from in the final 2+ months of the 2024 season? Grant & Tobi list various young Nats that we hope to see more from post All-Star Break; The first series out of the All-Star Break puts the Nationals up against Elly De La Cruz and the Cincinnati Reds. Grant & Tobi preview the series and look ahead to highlights from the recently released 2025 MLB Schedule.

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Trade Deadline Expectations Jul 19, 2024

Episode 135, Segment 1 -- The All-Star Break has come and gone, and the next big date on the MLB Calendar is the Trade Deadline. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer lay out their expectations for who could be on the trade block and what roster moves the Nationals could make if they choose to trade away several players in the coming days.

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Second Half Players to Watch Jul 19, 2024

Episode 135, Segment 2 -- Which Nationals do we need to see the most from in the final 2+ months of the 2024 season? Grant & Tobi list various young Nats that we hope to see more from post All-Star Break.

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Back in Action vs Cincinnati Jul 19, 2024

Episode 135, Segment 3 -- The first series out of the All-Star Break puts the Nationals up against Elly De La Cruz and the Cincinnati Reds. Grant & Tobi preview the series, and look ahead to highlights from the recently released 2025 MLB Schedule.

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Recapping the 2024 MLB Draft; Hit the Break; Put a Bow on It Jul 15, 2024

Episode 134, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals entered Sunday's MLB Draft with 3 picks in the top 44. Producer Darris Dameron and Tobi Altizer are joined by Grant Paulsen who was in attendance for the MLB Draft in Arlington, Texas to break down everything you should know about the newest three additions to the Nationals roster; The Nats won the final series before the All-Star break, taking two of three from the NL Central leading Milwaukee Brewers. Tobi & Darris assess the best and worst from the last series of the first half; Tobi & Darris put a bow on the 1st half of the 2024 MLB season with their final thoughts ahead of the break. Plus, the Savannah Bananas took over Nationals Park over the weekend, and we make our picks for the Home Run Derby.

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Recapping the 2024 MLB Draft Jul 15, 2024

Episode 134, Segment 1 -- The Nationals entered Sunday's MLB Draft with 3 picks in the top 44. Producer Darris Dameron and Tobi Altizer are joined by Grant Paulsen who was in attendance for the MLB Draft in Arlington, Texas to breakdown everything you should know about the newest three additions to the Nationals roster.

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Hit the Break Jul 15, 2024

Episode 134, Segment 2 -- The Nats won the final series before the All-Star break, taking two of three from the NL Central leading Milwaukee Brewers. Tobi & Darris assess the best and worst from the last series of the first half.

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Put a Bow on It Jul 15, 2024

Episode 134, Segment 3 -- Tobi & Darris put a bow on the 1st half of the 2024 MLB season with their final thoughts ahead of the break. Plus, the Savannah Bananas took over Nationals Park over the weekend, and we make our picks for the Home Run Derby.

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BREAKING NEWS: Hunter Harvey Traded to Kansas City Jul 14, 2024

Episode 133, BONUS SEGMENT -- The Nationals have struck their first trade of what is expected to be many more as the team announced on Saturday that RHP Hunter Harvey has been traded to the Kansas City Royals for Third Baseman Prospect Cayden Wallace (#2 in Royals System) and the 39th overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft (A Competitive Balance Pick). Grant Paulsen, Tobi Altizer and Producer Darris breakdown everything you need to know about this trade, plus provide a quick recap of Saturday's thrilling comeback by CJ Abrams and the Nats in Milwaukee, and performances by Dylan Crews & Brady House from the Futures Game festivities in Texas.

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Reeling Toward the Break; Rutledge Gets Another Chance; 2024 MLB Draft Preview Jul 12, 2024

Episode 133, FULL SHOW -- It was another disappointing series against the New York Mets as the Nats were swept in Citi Field. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer assess where the young roster is at, and why the All-Star break may be arriving at a perfect time for the team to get a much-needed reset; With DJ Herz being sent back to Triple-A earlier this week, the Nationals needed a starter for the weekend series versus Milwaukee as the first half ends. Enter, Top 30 Nats Prospect Jackson Rutledge, who has seen previous stints with the Major League roster. What does Rutledge need to do to prove he'll continue to be a part of the Nats future? Plus, a preview of the MLB Futures games, in which both Dylan Crews and Brady House are slated to participate in; The Nationals hold the 10th pick in the MLB Draft this weekend. Who are the Nats poised to select to add to their talented farm system? Grant & Tobi breakdown the potential options.

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Reeling Toward the Break Jul 12, 2024

Episode 133, Segment 1 -- It was another disappointing series against the New York Mets as the Nats were swept in Citi Field. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer assess where the young roster is at, and why the All-Star break may be arriving at a perfect time for the team to get a much-needed reset.

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Rutledge Gets Another Chance Jul 12, 2024

Episode 133, Segment 2 -- With DJ Herz being sent back to Triple-A earlier this week, the Nationals needed a starter for the weekend series versus Milwaukee as the first half ends. Enter, Top 30 Nats Prospect Jackson Rutledge, who has seen previous stints with the Major League roster. What does Rutledge need to do to prove he'll continue to be a part of the Nats future? Plus, a preview of the MLB Futures games, in which both Dylan Crews and Brady House are slated to participate in.

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2024 MLB Draft Preview Jul 12, 2024

Episode 133, Segment 3 -- The Nationals hold the 10th pick in the MLB Draft this weekend. Who are the Nats poised to select to add to their talented farm system? Grant & Tobi breakdown the potential options.

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CJ Abrams Selected for 2024 All-Star Team; The Youth Movement is On; Another Top Prospect Promoted Jul 08, 2024

Episode 132, FULL SHOW -- CJ Abrams is officially an All-Star, as he was named to the 2024 NL All-Star team on Sunday evening. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer look back at a stellar first half of the season for one of the key pieces in the Juan Soto trade; The Nationals made a major statement this week, moving on from veterans on short term contracts in favor of younger players who have been knocking on the door from Triple-A. Why was now the right time to call-up the likes of James Wood, Trey Lipscomb & Juan Yepez? Plus, Grant & Tobi recap an impressive debut week for James Wood, and breakdown MacKenzie Gore's recent stretch of starts; The success of the Nationals Minor League system continues, as yet another Top Prospect gets their chance at the next level. Third Baseman Brady House is on the move as he has been promoted to Triple-A Rochester. Grant & Tobi explain why this was the right time for the move and how soon when we can expect him at the Major League level.

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CJ Abrams Selected for 2024 All-Star Team Jul 08, 2024

Episode 132, Segment 1 -- CJ Abrams is officially an All-Star, as he was named to the 2024 NL All-Star team on Sunday evening. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer look back at a stellar first half of the season for one of the key pieces in the Juan Soto trade.

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The Youth Movement is On Jul 08, 2024

Episode 132, Segment 2 -- The Nationals made a major statement this week, moving on from veterans on short term contracts in favor of younger players who have been knocking on the door from Triple-A. Why was now the right time to call-up the likes of James Wood, Trey Lipscomb & Juan Yepez? Plus, Grant & Tobi recap an impressive debut week for James Wood, and breakdown MacKenzie Gore's recent stretch of starts.

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Another Top Prospect Promoted Jul 08, 2024

Episode 132, Segment 3 -- The success of the Nationals Minor League system continues, as yet another Top Prospect gets their chance at the next level. Third Baseman Brady House is on the move as he has been promoted to Triple-A Rochester. Grant & Tobi explain why this was the right time for the move and how soon when we can expect him at the Major League level.

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A Nationals Pastime; Standouts of the Week; Top 10 Prospect Promoted Jul 05, 2024

Episode 131, FULL SHOW -- There's nothing like baseball on the 4th of July, as the Nationals continue their traditional 11am start on the national holiday. They would go on to deliver the Nation’s Capital a victory over the Mets behind a stellar outing by Jake Irvin, and a clutch Homerun by Jesse Winker. Tobi Altizer & Producer Darris Dameron breakdown the series finale that helped the Nationals salvage a split with their division rival from New York, and then react to the postgame news that 1B/DH Joey Meneses was optioned to Triple-A Rochester; Despite splitting the series with the Mets, the 4-game series versus New York spawned many key moments and big performances. Tobi & Darris highlight the best from the series, including James Wood's first career RBI, CJ Abrams crucial at-bat on Wednesday night, and a big-time power display from Luis Garcia Jr; After putting up dominating numbers over his last six starts, flamethrowing RHP Jarlin Susana has been promoted to High-A Wilmington. Tobi & Darris look back at his hot stretch that led to his promotion. Plus, Tobi makes his case for Jake Irvin to be selected to the 2024 All-Star Roster.

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A Nationals Pastime Jul 05, 2024

Episode 131, Segment 1 -- There's nothing like baseball on the 4th of July, as the Nationals continue their traditional 11am start on the national holiday. They would go on to deliver the Nation’s Capital a victory over the Mets behind a stellar outing by Jake Irvin, and a clutch Homerun by Jesse Winker. Tobi Altizer & Producer Darris Dameron breakdown the series finale that helped the Nationals salvage a split with their division rival from New York, and then react to the postgame news that 1B/DH Joey Meneses was optioned to Triple-A Rochester.

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Standouts of the Week Jul 05, 2024

Episode 131, Segment 2 -- Despite splitting the series with the Mets, the 4-game series versus New York spawned many key moments and big performances. Tobi & Darris highlight the best from the series, including James Wood's first career RBI, CJ Abrams crucial at-bat on Wednesday night, and a big-time power display from Luis Garcia Jr.

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Top 10 Prospect Promoted Jul 05, 2024

Episode 131, Segment 3 -- After putting up dominating numbers over his last six starts, flamethrowing RHP Jarlin Susana has been promoted to High-A Wilmington. Tobi & Darris look back at his hot stretch that led to his promotion. Plus, Tobi makes his case for Jake Irvin to be selected to the 2024 All-Star Roster.

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James Wood Day Recap Jul 02, 2024

Episode 130, BONUS SEGMENT -- James Wood's Major League debut has come and gone, and it was quite the spectacle. Grant Paulsen, Tobi Altizer, and Producer Darris Dameron recap a busy day for Nationals Top Prospect James Wood, the prized Outfielder who came to Washington as a part of the Juan Soto trade with San Diego in 2022. From the pregame festivities, to his final at-bat, Grant, Tobi & Darris detail everything from a day that starts a new era in Washington Nationals history.

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What to Expect from James Wood's Debut; Minor League News & Notes; Abrams, Irvin End June On Fire Jul 01, 2024

Episode 130, FULL SHOW -- James Wood Day is upon us, as the #3 Prospect in all of baseball makes his much anticipated Major League debut on Monday, July 1st. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer go through everything you need to know about the 6'7'' Slugging Outfielder, and what to expect him to provide to a lineup that has seen many ups and downs over the course of the season; As James Wood is set to make his Major League debut, who could be next in line to receive a promotion in the Minor League system? Grant & Tobi dive into recent performances by Dylan Crews, Jarlin Susana and more. Then try to figure out what went wrong in Josiah Gray's latest rehab start, and how it could push his return to the Major League roster back a bit further; As the month of June comes to a close, SS CJ Abrams and RHP Jake Irvin are making their cases to represent the Nationals in the All-Star game in a couple of weeks. Grant & Tobi look back at what's been a scorching hot month for Abrams and Irvin. Plus, a preview of a 4 game home series versus the suddenly streaking New York Mets.

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What To Expect from James Wood's Debut Jul 01, 2024

Episode 130, Segment 1 -- James Wood Day is upon us, as the #3 Prospect in all of baseball makes his much anticipated Major League debut on Monday, July 1st. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer go through everything you need to know about the 6'7'' Slugging Outfielder, and what to expect him to provide to a lineup that has seen many ups and downs over the course of the season.

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Minor League News & Notes Jul 01, 2024

Episode 130, Segment 2 -- As James Wood is set to make his Major League debut, who could be next in line to receive a promotion in the Minor League system? Grant & Tobi dive into recent performances by Dylan Crews, Jarlin Susana and more. Then try to figure out what went wrong in Josiah Gray's latest rehab start, and how it could push his return to the Major League roster back a bit further.

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Abrams, Irvin End June On Fire Jul 01, 2024

Episode 130, Segment 3 -- As the month of June comes to a close, SS CJ Abrams and RHP Jake Irvin are making their cases to represent the Nationals in the All-Star game in a couple of weeks. Grant & Tobi look back at what's been a scorching hot month for Abrams and Irvin. Plus, a preview of a 4 game home series versus the suddenly streaking New York Mets.

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BREAKING: James Wood Set to Debut on July 1st Jun 28, 2024

Episode 129, BONUS SEGMENT -- It's official, Monday July 1st is James Wood Day. As reported by our very own Grant Paulsen, Nationals Top Prospect OF James Wood is set to make his Major League debut on Monday at Nationals Park in the opening game of a series against the New York Mets. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer breakdown what to expect over the weekend as the team prepares for the arrival of their prized Outfield prospect.

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Dave Jageler Details Nationals’ 2019 World Series Run From Radio Booth Perspective | 'The PBP: Voices of Baseball' Jun 28, 2024

From 'The PBP: Voices of Baseball' (subscribe here): This week's episode of "The PBP: Voices of Baseball" features Washington Nationals voice Dave Jageler joining Matt Spiegel. There were multiple stories Jageler told of the Nationals' 2019 World Series run, including two momentous home runs off the bat of Howie Kendrick.

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Not So Classy San Diego; Assessing Abrams; How James Wood Developed His Swing Jun 28, 2024

Episode 129, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals entered San Diego with yet another chance to get their record to .500 and beyond. Unfortunately, they leave San Diego 4 games under .500 after a 3-game sweep at the hands of the Padres. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer look back at the tense series that may have brewed up a new rival for the home team, and how the atmosphere in San Diego may have proved to be too much for a young roster still trying to find their way; CJ Abrams has quickly reemerged as a potential All-Star in his 3rd year as a member of the Nationals. But despite the success with the bat, there does remain some concerns with Abrams mistakes on the basepaths and his defense. Grant & Tobi determine if these concerns can still be corrected. Plus, is the upcoming series at Tampa Bay a pivotal point of the season that could determine trade deadline plans?; Grant was joined by Aram Leighton of 'Just Baseball' on 106.7 The Fan to discuss his extensive research on how James Wood evolved his swing from last year to this year and is inching closer and closer to making his way up to the Major League level. Then, Grant & Tobi close out this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball with a look ahead to the weekend series for the Nationals as they conclude their 3-city road trip in Tampa.

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Not So Classy San Diego Jun 28, 2024

Episode 129, Segment 1 -- The Nationals entered San Diego with yet another chance to get their record to .500 and beyond. Unfortunately, they leave San Diego 4 games under .500 after a 3-game sweep at the hands of the Padres. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer look back at the tense series that may have brewed up a new rival for the home team, and how the atmosphere in San Diego may have proved to be too much for a young roster still trying to find their way.

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Assessing Abrams Jun 28, 2024

Episode 129, Segment 2 -- CJ Abrams has quickly reemerged as a potential All-Star in his 3rd year as a member of the Nationals. But despite the success with the bat, there does remain some concerns with Abrams mistakes on the basepaths and his defense. Grant & Tobi determine if these concerns can still be corrected. Plus, is the upcoming series at Tampa Bay a pivotal point of the season that could determine trade deadline plans?

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How James Wood Developed His Swing Jun 28, 2024

Episode 129, Segment 3 -- Grant was joined by Aram Leighton of 'Just Baseball' on 106.7 The Fan to discuss his extensive research on how James Wood evolved his swing from last year to this year and is inching closer and closer to making his way up to the Major League level. Then, Grant & Tobi close out this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball with a look ahead to the weekend series for the Nationals as they conclude their 3-city road trip in Tampa.

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Elevate to Celebrate; Farm Report; Visiting Slam Diego Jun 24, 2024

Episode 128, FULL SHOW -- It was a wacky series at Coors Field in Colorado for the Nationals, but they escaped the Mile High City with a series win, taking 2 of 3 games from the Rockies. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer breakdown CJ Abrams return to the lineup, the teams recent struggles on the basepaths, how the young Starting Pitching fared in their first career starts at Coors Field, and how the pending returns of Josiah Gray and Cade Cavalli could impact the current Starting Rotation. Plus, Kyle Finnegan was on the wrong side of history in Game 2 of the series, falling victim to the first ever Walk-off Pitch Clock Violation since the Pitch Clock was implemented across the Major Leagues. What happened and can Finnegan fix his issues with Pitch Clock Violations?; With Dylan Crews and Brad Lord being promoted, and the return of James Wood, Triple-A Rochester is the place to be to see some of the Top Prospects compete at a high level. Grant & Tobi look back at recent performances from the last week in Minor League action; After taking 2 of 3 from Colorado, the Nats are headed to San Diego for a 3-game set and look to send 3 lefty starters to the mound to take on the Padres who sit just ahead of them in the Wild Card race. Can the Nats take advantage of a team that has struggled against Left-Handed Starting Pitchers so far in 2024? Grant & Tobi preview the series ahead.

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Elevate to Celebrate Jun 24, 2024

Episode 128, Segment 1 -- It was a wacky series at Coors Field in Colorado for the Nationals, but they escaped the Mile High City with a series win, taking 2 of 3 games from the Rockies. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer breakdown CJ Abrams return to the lineup, the teams recent struggles on the basepaths, how the young Starting Pitching fared in their first career starts at Coors Field, and how the pending returns of Josiah Gray and Cade Cavalli could impact the current Starting Rotation. Plus, Kyle Finnegan was on the wrong side of history in Game 2 of the series, falling victim to the first ever Walk-off Pitch Clock Violation since the Pitch Clock was implemented across the Major Leagues. What happened and can Finnegan fix his issues with Pitch Clock Violations?

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Farm Report Jun 24, 2024

Episode 128, Segment 2 -- With Dylan Crews and Brad Lord being promoted, and the return of James Wood, Triple-A Rochester is the place to be to see some of the Top Prospects compete at a high level. Grant & Tobi look back at recent performances from the last week in Minor League action.

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Visiting Slam Diego Jun 24, 2024

Episode 128, Segment 3 -- After taking 2 of 3 from Colorado, the Nats are headed to San Diego for a 3-game set and look to send 3 lefty starters to the mound to take on the Padres who sit just ahead of them in the Wild Card race. Can the Nats take advantage of a team that has struggled against Left-Handed Starting Pitchers so far in 2024? Grant & Tobi preview the series ahead.

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Snake Bitten; You Get a Promotion; On to the Left Coast Jun 21, 2024

Episode 127, FULL SHOW -- For the first time in a couple of weeks, the Nationals lost a series, losing 2 of 3 to the Diamondbacks. While the pitching staff continues to pitch well, several veterans on offense have hit a wall. Grant Paulsen and Tobi Altizer breakdown the series loss to Arizona and assess what could be up next for some struggling veterans in the lineup; The Nationals Minor League System saw a flurry of promotions for some of their top prospects, including Dylan Crews, Brad Lord & Daylen Lile. Grant & Tobi check-in on some of their recent performances and highlight the return of James Wood from the Injured List; The team is headed out West for six games against the Rockies and Padres before heading back east to finish their road trip in Tampa. Grant & Tobi look ahead to see if the Nats can do enough to determine if they can hang around in the playoff race. Plus, Producer Darris joins with another leftover question from our mailbag episode.

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Snake Bitten Jun 21, 2024

Episode 127, Segment 1 -- For the first time in a couple of weeks, the Nationals lost a series, losing 2 of 3 to the Diamondbacks. While the pitching staff continues to pitch well, several veterans on offense have hit a wall. Grant Paulsen and Tobi Altizer breakdown the series loss to Arizona and assess what could be up next for some struggling veterans in the lineup.

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You Get a Promotion Jun 21, 2024

Episode 127, Segment 2 -- The Nationals Minor League System saw a flurry of promotions for some of their top prospects, including Dylan Crews, Brad Lord & Daylen Lile. Grant & Tobi check-in on some of their recent performances and highlight the return of James Wood from the Injured List.

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On to the Left Coast Jun 21, 2024

Episode 127, Segment 3 -- The team is headed out West for six games against the Rockies and Padres before heading back east to finish their road trip in Tampa. Grant & Tobi look ahead to see if the Nats can do enough to determine if they can hang around in the playoff race. Plus, Producer Darris joins with another leftover question from our mailbag episode.

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Frying the Fish; Buyers or Sellers?; Eastern League Pitcher of the Week Brad Lord Jun 17, 2024

Episode 126, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals are winners of 8 of their last 9 after sweeping a weekend series over the Marlins behind another string of strong pitching from the young pitching staff. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer dig into the numbers behind this recent stretch, including a 10 Strikeout performance by LHP MacKenzie Gore, a 13 Strikeout performance by LHP DJ Herz, and CF Jacob Young's first career Homerun; Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported on Monday that multiple Nationals players are generating trade interest around the league, but that the team isn't yet committed to selling at the upcoming trade deadline. Should the Nationals be looking to continue the rebuild and sell at the trade deadline, or should their current standings put them in buyer territory?; Grant & Tobi get you up to date with the latest performances in the Nats Minor League system. Then, Tobi & Producer Darris are joined by the Brad Lord of the Harrisburg Senators, fresh off being awarded the Eastern League Pitcher of the Week award following 7 innings of scoreless ball where he struck out 10. Plus, breaking news as Dylan Crews has been promoted to Triple-A Rochester. And we preview the upcoming home series versus Arizona.

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Frying The Fish Jun 17, 2024

Episode 126, Segment 1 -- The Nationals are winners of 8 of their last 9 after sweeping a weekend series over the Marlins behind another string of strong pitching from the young pitching staff. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer dig into the numbers behind this recent stretch, including a 10 Strikeout performance by LHP MacKenzie Gore, a 13 Strikeout performance by LHP DJ Herz, and CF Jacob Young's first career Homerun.

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Buyers or Sellers? Jun 17, 2024

Episode 126, Segment 2 -- Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported on Monday that multiple Nationals players are generating trade interest around the league, but that the team isn't yet committed to selling at the upcoming trade deadline. Should the Nationals be looking to continue the rebuild and sell at the trade deadline, or should their current standings put them in buyer territory?

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Eastern League Pitcher of the Week Brad Lord Jun 17, 2024

Episode 126, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi get you up to date with the latest performances in the Nats Minor League system. Then, Tobi & Producer Darris are joined by the Brad Lord of the Harrisburg Senators, fresh off being awarded the Eastern League Pitcher of the Week award following 7 innings of scoreless ball where he struck out 10. Plus, breaking news as Dylan Crews has been promoted to Triple-A Rochester. And we preview the upcoming home series versus Arizona.

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Roller Coaster Ride; Checking on the Kids; Mail Time Jun 14, 2024

Episode 125, FULL SHOW -- The 2024 Nationals score another series win on the road despite a disappointing loss in the series finale out in Detroit. As the team continues its turbulent ways, Grant Paulsen and Tobi Altizer try to figure out if the Nationals can find ways to preserve the likes of Hunter Harvey & Kyle Finnegan by making a key subtraction in the bullpen and assess if trade deadline moves are still in play for several players across the Major League roster; After a stretch of struggles over the last couple of weeks, Nats Top 3B prospect Brady House is back to showing off some of his power. Meanwhile, the 2023 2nd overall pick Dylan Crews is finding consistency at the Double-A level. Is he due for a promotion to Triple-A soon? Grant & Tobi highlight some of the best of the last week in the Minor League system; Grant & Tobi are joined by Producer Darris to dip into some of the leftover questions from our Mailbag episode. Plus, a quick look ahead to the weekend series versus Miami, and some love for another developing arm in the Nationals Minor League system.

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Roller Coaster Ride Jun 14, 2024

Episode 125, Segment 1 -- The 2024 Nationals score another series win on the road despite a disappointing loss in the series finale out in Detroit. As the team continues its turbulent ways, Grant Paulsen and Tobi Altizer try to figure out if the Nationals can find ways to preserve the likes of Hunter Harvey & Kyle Finnegan by making a key subtraction in the bullpen, and assess if trade deadline moves are still in play for several players across the Major League roster.

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Checking on the Kids Jun 14, 2024

Episode 125, Segment 2 -- After a stretch of struggles over the last couple of weeks, Nats Top 3B prospect Brady House is back to showing off some of his power. Meanwhile, the 2023 2nd overall pick Dylan Crews is finding consistency at the Double-A level. Is he due for a promotion to Triple-A soon? Grant & Tobi highlight some of the best of the last week in the Minor League system.

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Mail Time Jun 14, 2024

Episode 125, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi are joined by Producer Darris to dip into some of the leftover questions from our Mailbag episode. Plus, a quick look ahead to the weekend series versus Miami, and some love for another developing arm in the Nationals Minor League system.

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Sitting Down With Top Prospect James Wood | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' Jun 11, 2024

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): If you're looking for the next big thing in Major League Baseball you might want to start following Nationals prospect James Wood. The 6-foot-7 outfielder is on the cusp of entering the big leagues after tearing up Triple-A this season, landing as MLB Pipeline's No. 4 overall prospect. Rob Bradford sits down with Wood to talk about his journey, choosing baseball over basketball, what it was like to get traded, dealing with the new attention, and the experience of going to Game 1 of the NBA Finals. It's a player you are going to want to get to know.

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The Bustin' Loose Baseball Mailbag Episode Jun 10, 2024

Episode 124, FULL SHOW -- For the first time in Bustin' Loose Baseball history, we present to you a Mailbag Episode, featuring your questions as submitted via Twitter/X. Listen in to hear if your question made the show! The Nationals chopped on through the Atlanta Braves yet again taking 3 of 4 from their NL East rivals. Behind strong pitching and recent hot streaks by Jesse Winker and Nick Senzel, the Nationals appear to have the number of Atlanta through 8 matchups so far in 2024. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer look back at the best of from a big weekend series at Nationals Park; Grant & Tobi recap some of the latest notes from the weekend in the organization, including Patrick Corbin's next start being skipped, the results from Josiah Gray's first rehab start, and an interesting next step in the rehab for RHP Cade Cavalli; We put out the Bat Signal and requested your questions for our first mailbag episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball, and you delivered! Grant, Tobi & Producer Darris answer your burning questions revolving around the Nationals, Baseball terminology, the upcoming 2024 MLB Draft, and more! Didn't hear your question in this episode? Don't worry! We'll be doing more Mailbag episodes in the future, and you may even hear one of your mailbag questions at the end of upcoming episodes of the Bustin' Loose Baseball.

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Nats Country Jun 10, 2024

Episode 124, Segment 1 -- The Nationals chopped on through the Atlanta Braves yet again taking 3 of 4 from their NL East rivals. Behind strong pitching and recent hot streaks by Jesse Winker and Nick Senzel, the Nationals appear to have the number of Atlanta through 8 matchups so far in 2024. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer look back at the best of from a big weekend series at Nationals Park.

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News & Notes Jun 10, 2024

Episode 124, Segment 2 -- Grant & Tobi recap some of the latest notes from the weekend in the organization, including Patrick Corbin's next start being skipped, the results from Josiah Gray's first rehab start, and an interesting next step in the rehab for RHP Cade Cavalli.

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The BLB Mailbag Jun 10, 2024

Episode 124, Segment 3 -- We put out the Bat Signal and requested your questions for our first mailbag episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball, and you delivered! Grant, Tobi & Producer Darris answer your burning questions revolving around the Nationals, Baseball terminology, the upcoming 2024 MLB Draft, and more! Didn't hear your question in this episode? Don't worry! We'll be doing more Mailbag episodes in the future, and you may even hear one of your mailbag questions at the end of upcoming episodes of the Bustin' Loose Baseball.

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A Sweeping Letdown; Latest from The Farm; Fair or Foul Jun 06, 2024

Episode 123, FULL SHOW -- The once struggling New York Mets came to Nationals Park this week and looked like a now competent team as they swept the 3-game series versus the Nationals. Grant Paulsen and Tobi Altizer try to figure out what went wrong for the Nationals during this 3-game sweep. Plus, Nationals #12 Prospect LHP DJ Herz made his Major League debut on Tuesday Night in place of the injured Trevor Williams. Did Herz do enough to warrant more starts at the Major League level? And what impact will Trevor Williams injury having going forward?; OF James Wood and RHP Brad Lord were named Players of the Month for their respective leagues. Grant & Tobi look back at their statistics from the month of May and look ahead as several members of the organization received promotions; Grant & Tobi are joined by Producer Darris for a round of 'Fair or Foul', featuring a round of bold statements or questions revolving around the Nats and Major League Baseball.

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A Sweeping Letdown Jun 06, 2024

Episode 123, Segment 1 -- The once struggling New York Mets came to Nationals Park this week and looked like a now competent team as they swept the 3-game series versus the Nationals. Grant Paulsen and Tobi Altizer try to figure out what went wrong for the Nationals during this 3-game sweep. Plus, Nationals #12 Prospect LHP DJ Herz made his Major League debut on Tuesday Night in place of the injured Trevor Williams. Did Herz do enough to warrant more starts at the Major League level? And what impact will Trevor Williams injury having going forward?

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Latest from The Farm Jun 06, 2024

Episode 123, Segment 2 -- OF James Wood and RHP Brad Lord were named Players of the Month for their respective leagues. Grant & Tobi look back at their statistics from the month of May, and look ahead as several members of the organization received promotions.

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Fair or Foul Jun 06, 2024

Episode 123, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi are joined by Producer Darris for a round of 'Fair or Foul', featuring a round of bold statements or questions revolving around the Nats and Major League Baseball.

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Letting Their Guard Down; VP of Player Development Eddie Longosz; A Date with The Mets Jun 03, 2024

Episode 122, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals were able to avoid the sweep in Cleveland on Sunday as their defeated the Guardians in the series finale behind Jake Irvin's 6 innings of 2 run ball. Grant Paulsen and Tobi Altizer recap the 3-game series in Cleveland that saw their Starting Pitching continue to perform at a high level; Back in the offseason, there were several changes amongst the Nationals Front Office and Organizational Staff. One of those moves was the promotion of Eddie Longosz as the new VP of Player Development. He joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to deep dive into many well-known and little-known names throughout the Nationals Minor League system who are progressing and helping lead the farm to being amongst the winningest overall systems in Minor League Baseball; Grant & Tobi get you set for the upcoming homestand, featuring the Nationals first matchup of the season with the struggling New York Mets. Plus, C Drew Millas is back with the big-league club after C Riley Adams was optioned down to Triple-A. What do Grant & Tobi think about Riley Adams being set to get work at First Base during his stint in Rochester?

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Letting Their Guard Down Jun 03, 2024

Episode 122, Segment 1 -- The Nationals were able to avoid the sweep in Cleveland on Sunday as their defeated the Guardians in the series finale behind Jake Irvin's 6 innings of 2 run ball. Grant Paulsen and Tobi Altizer recap the 3-game series in Cleveland that saw their Starting Pitching continue to perform at a high level.

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VP of Player Development Eddie Longosz Jun 03, 2024

Episode 122, Segment 2 -- Back in the offseason, there were several changes amongst the Nationals Front Office and Organizational Staff. One of those moves was the promotion of Eddie Longosz as the new VP of Player Development. He joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to deep dive into many well-known and little-known names throughout the Nationals Minor League system who are progressing and helping lead the farm to being amongst the winningest overall systems in Minor League Baseball

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A Date with The Mets Jun 03, 2024

Episode 122, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi get you set for the upcoming homestand, featuring the Nationals first matchup of the season with the struggling New York Mets. Plus, C Drew Millas is back with the big-league club after C Riley Adams was optioned down to Triple-A. What do Grant & Tobi think about Riley Adams being set to get work at First Base during his stint in Rochester?

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A Pitching Factory; Jake Irvin on His 10 Strikeout Performance; Building A Frontline May 31, 2024

Episode 121, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals are winners of 5 of their last 7 games, winning 3 of 4 in Atlanta versus the Braves this week. And a big factor is the continued emergence of the Nationals Pitching Staff. From the Starting Rotation to the Backend of the Bullpen, the Nationals staff continues to remain amongst the top overall Pitching Staffs across Major League Baseball in several statistics. So, what is leading to the consistency for Nats Pitching? Grant & Tobi recap the week that was and assess how the Pitching Staff keeps on shoving against opposing offenses; Following his 10 Strikeout performance over 6 innings at Atlanta this week, Nats SP Jake Irvin joined Grant Paulsen & Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan in DC to talk about how he's improved so much from his rookie campaign, crediting Sean Doolittle and his fellow veteran teammates; While things are looking good for the Major League Pitching Staff, there is plenty of praise to go around for the Minor League Pitching Staffs as well. Grant & Tobi dive into the latest performances across the Nationals Minor League system, including Dylan Crews, Andrew Pinckney, Daylen Lile, the first Minor League Rehab start for Cade Cavalli, and stellar pitching outings from Brad Lord, Andry Lara, DJ Herz, and more!

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A Pitching Factory May 31, 2024

Episode 121, Segment 1 -- The Nationals are winners of 5 of their last 7 games, winning 3 of 4 in Atlanta versus the Braves this week. And a big factor is the continued emergence of the Nationals Pitching Staff. From the Starting Rotation to the Backend of the Bullpen, the Nationals staff continues to remain amongst the top overall Pitching Staffs across Major League Baseball in several statistics. So what is leading to the consistency for Nats Pitching? Grant & Tobi recap the week that was and assess how the Pitching Staff keeps on shoving against opposing offenses.

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Jake Irvin on His 10 Strikeout Performance May 31, 2024

Episode 121, Segment 2 -- Following his 10 Strikeout performance over 6 innings at Atlanta this week, Nats SP Jake Irvin joined Grant Paulsen & Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan in DC to talk about how he's improved so much from his rookie campaign, crediting Sean Doolittle and his fellow veteran teammates.

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Building a Frontline May 31, 2024

Episode 121, Segment 3 -- While things are looking good for the Major League Pitching Staff, there is plenty of praise to go around for the Minor League Pitching Staffs as well. Grant & Tobi dive into the latest performances across the Nationals Minor League system, including Dylan Crews, Andrew Pinckney, Daylen Lile, the first Minor League Rehab start for Cade Cavalli, and stellar pitching outings from Brad Lord, Andry Lara, DJ Herz, and more!

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Robles Out, Thomas In; Getting Warmed Up; Latest on James Wood Injury May 28, 2024

Episode 120, FULL SHOW -- With Lane Thomas nearing a return from his Rehab Assignment, we knew it was a matter of time before the Nationals had a tough decision to make with the roster to make room for the two-time Organizational Player of the Year. That decision was made on Monday as former World Series Champion OF Victor Robles was Designated for Assignment to open a roster spot for Lane Thomas' return. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer look back at the highs and lows of Victor Robles' Nationals career and assess how Lane Thomas' return impacts the roster going forward; Things are starting to look up for several key pieces on the Major League level for the Nats. Grant & Tobi look at recent hot streaks from CJ Abrams and Keibert Ruiz, as well as great starts from MacKenzie Gore, Mitchell Parker, and Trevor Williams; Nationals Manager Davey Martinez announced that Nats Top 5 Prospect RHP Cade Cavalli will head out for his first official rehab start later this week. Grant & Tobi get to what to expect as Cavalli continues his road back to the Major Leagues. Plus, an update on the latest with James Wood's hamstring injury, a 2023 draft pick getting promoted to High-A Wilmington, and we bid happy retirement to one of the most infamous Umpires in Baseball.

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Robles Out, Thomas In May 28, 2024

Episode 120, Segment 1 -- With Lane Thomas nearing a return from his Rehab Assignment, we knew it was a matter of time before the Nationals had a tough decision to make with the roster to make room for the two-time Organizational Player of the Year. That decision was made on Monday as former World Series Champion OF Victor Robles was Designated for Assignment to open a roster spot for Lane Thomas' return. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer look back at the highs and lows of Victor Robles' Nationals career and assess how Lane Thomas' return impacts the roster going forward.

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Getting Warmed Up May 28, 2024

Episode 120, Segment 2 -- Things are starting to look up for several key pieces on the Major League level for the Nats. Grant & Tobi look at recent hot streaks from CJ Abrams and Keibert Ruiz, as well as great starts from MacKenzie Gore, Mitchell Parker, and Trevor Williams.

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Latest on James Wood Injury May 28, 2024

Episode 120, Segment 3 -- Nationals Manager Davey Martinez announced that Nats Top 5 Prospect RHP Cade Cavalli will head out for his first official rehab start later this week. Grant & Tobi get to what to expect as Cavalli continues his road back to the Major Leagues. Plus, an update on the latest with James Wood's hamstring injury, a 2023 draft pick getting promoted to High-A Wilmington, and we bid happy retirement to one of the most infamous Umpires in Baseball.

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In Need of a Tweak or Few; On the Farm; From the Reviews Section May 23, 2024

Episode 119, FULL SHOW -- As the Nationals continue to struggle with various veterans falling well short of expectations, the fan base is starting to get weary and looking for a new source of a spark to the team. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer try to figure out why the Nationals continue to be patient with struggling veterans, rather than bring up Major League ready reinforcements from the Minors, all while putting a spotlight on the big picture and positives from the first third of the 2024 season; We provide your weekly update on all the latest happening in the Nationals Minor League system, including James Wood continuing to display big time power, Dylan Crews finding his groove, some surprising performances from a group of pitching prospects and more!; Tobi Altizer reminisces on Brady House's recent power display for Double-A Harrisburg. Then, we read our most recent reviews with your comments and questions for Grant & Tobi.

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In Need of a Tweak or Few May 23, 2024

Episode 119, Segment 1 -- As the Nationals continue to struggle with various veterans falling well short of expectations, the fan base is starting to get weary and looking for a new source of a spark to the team. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer try to figure out why the Nationals continue to be patient with struggling veterans, rather than bring up Major League ready reinforcements from the Minors, all while putting a spotlight on the big picture and positives from the first third of the 2024 season.

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On the Farm May 23, 2024

Episode 119, Segment 2 -- We provide your weekly update on all the latest happening in the Nationals Minor League system, including James Wood continuing to display big time power, Dylan Crews finding his groove, some surprising performances from a group of pitching prospects and more!

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From the Reviews Section May 23, 2024

Episode 119, Segment 3 -- Tobi Altizer reminisces on Brady House's recent power display for Double-A Harrisburg. Then, we read our most recent reviews with your comments and questions for Grant & Tobi.

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Bad Body Language; Due Theory; Wood Hitting Lefties May 20, 2024

Episode 118, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals wrapped up their 3-city road trip with 5 straight losses to the White Sox and Phillies. As they prepare the return to Nats Park for a six game homestand, Grant Paulsen and Producer Darris Dameron assess the state of the roster, and try to figure out when some tough decisions will be made as various veterans continue to struggle and provide little to a rebuilding ballclub; Despite the recent struggles of the offense, there's reason to believe various Nats should snap out of their offensive woes soon enough. Grant & Darris look back at some of the recent stretches for the Nats top hitters, and applaud MacKenzie Gore finally getting over his 2nd inning struggles; It wasn't long ago that the word from around the Nats organization was that Top Prospect James Wood needed more work against left handed pitching. Well over the last couple of weeks, the Nationals prized prospect has been getting at-bats against lefties, and he's been holding up very well. Grant & Darris give an update on the latest with James Wood and Dylan Crews recent performances.

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Bad Body Language May 20, 2024

Episode 118, Segment 1 -- The Nationals wrapped up their 3-city road trip with 5 straight losses to the White Sox and Phillies. As they prepare the return to Nats Park for a six game homestand, Grant Paulsen and Producer Darris Dameron assess the state of the roster, and try to figure out when some tough decisions will be made as various veterans continue to struggle and provide little to a rebuilding ballclub.

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Due Theory May 20, 2024

Episode 118, Segment 2 -- Despite the recent struggles of the offense, there's reason to believe various Nats should snap out of their offensive woes soon enough. Grant & Darris look back at some of the recent stretches for the Nats top hitters, and applaud MacKenzie Gore finally getting over his 2nd inning struggles.

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Wood Hitting Lefties May 20, 2024

Episode 118, Segment 3 -- It wasn't long ago that the word from around the Nats organization was that Top Prospect James Wood needed more work against left handed pitching. Well over the last couple of weeks, the Nationals prized prospect has been getting at-bats against lefties, and he's been holding up very well. Grant & Darris give an update on the latest with James Wood and Dylan Crews recent performances.

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Cold as Ice; Why Prospects Struggle; A Weekend at The Bank May 17, 2024

Episode 117, FULL SHOW -- The first two series of a three-city road trip has cooled off a once hot Nationals lineup. Grant & Tobi recap the series that was against the Chicago White Sox and try to figure out what options can help the Nats lineup get more production as some of their hottest hitters in April and early May continue to struggle through the middle portion of the month. And with Joey Gallo's impending return from his rehab assignment, will the team choose to replace one of their everyday veterans?; As we dive into our obligatory James Wood update, Grant & Tobi discuss a recent article by Ken Rosenthal, which detailed why recent Top Prospects appear to struggle to make quick adjustments to the Major League level after dominating the Minor Leagues early in their careers. And a member of the 2023 draft class for the Nats is impressing early across his first couple of starts for Low-A Fredericksburg; The Nationals finish out their 3-city road trip with a weekend series against the Phillies, who just happen to be the best team in the National League. Grant & Tobi preview the upcoming road test.

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Cold as Ice May 17, 2024

Episode 117, Segment 1 -- The first two series of a three-city road trip has cooled off a once hot Nationals lineup. Grant & Tobi recap the series that was against the Chicago White Sox and try to figure out what options can help the Nats lineup get more production as some of their hottest hitters in April and early May continue to struggle through the middle portion of the month. And with Joey Gallo's impending return from his rehab assignment, will the team choose to replace one of their everyday veterans?

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Why Prospects Struggle May 17, 2024

Episode 117, Segment 2 -- As we dive into our obligatory James Wood update, Grant & Tobi discuss a recent article by Ken Rosenthal, which detailed why recent Top Prospects appear to struggle to make quick adjustments to the Major League level after dominating the Minor Leagues early in their careers. And a member of the 2023 draft class for the Nats is impressing early across his first couple of starts for Low-A Fredericksburg.

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A Weekend at The Bank May 17, 2024

Episode 117, Segment 3 -- The Nationals finish out their 3-city road trip with a weekend series against the Phillies, who just happen to be the best team in the National League. Grant & Tobi preview the upcoming road test.

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MLB Saves Leader Kyle Finnegan Talks Entrance Music | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' May 14, 2024

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Rob Bradford catches up with Kyle Finnegan, the Washington closer who leads the majors in saves and is great talking about entrance music.

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Running Out of Boston; Minor League Weekend Recap; Barry Svrluga on the Big Picture for the Nats May 13, 2024

Episode 116, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals spent the weekend at Fenway Park, leaving town with only one win from their three-game series in Boston. Grant Paulsen and Tobi Altizer recap the many blunders from Sunday's series finale, give some well-deserved credit to a pitching staff that's ranking amongst the best over the last several weeks, and question whether it's best for CJ Abrams to be batting in the leadoff spot; It's been a week full of power surges from some of the top prospects in the Nats Minor League system. Grant & Tobi look back at the week that was James Wood, Elijah Green, Brady House, Robert Hassell III, Dylan Crews and more!; Washington Post Columnist Barry Svrluga joined Grant Paulsen & Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan on Friday to discuss his recent article on why the Nats should be ready to bring James Wood to the Major League level, the importance of getting CJ Abrams a contract extension, and if Ted Leonsis is still seeking a chance to bid on the Nationals. Plus, we read your reviews from the last week!

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Running Out of Boston May 13, 2024

Episode 116, Segment 1 -- The Nationals spent the weekend at Fenway Park, leaving town with only one win from their three-game series in Boston. Grant Paulsen and Tobi Altizer recap the many blunders from Sunday's series finale, give some well-deserved credit to a pitching staff that's ranking amongst the best over the last several weeks, and question whether it's best for CJ Abrams to be batting in the leadoff spot.

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Minor League Weekend Recap May 13, 2024

Episode 116, Segment 2 -- It's been a week full of power surges from some of the top prospects in the Nats Minor League system. Grant & Tobi look back at the week that was James Wood, Elijah Green, Brady House, Robert Hassell III, Dylan Crews and more!

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Barry Svrluga on the Big Picture for the Nats May 13, 2024

Episode 116, Segment 3 -- Washington Post Columnist Barry Svrluga joined Grant Paulsen & Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan on Friday to discuss his recent article on why the Nats should be ready to bring James Wood to the Major League level, the importance of getting CJ Abrams a contract extension, and if Ted Leonsis is still seeking a chance to bid on the Nationals. Plus, we read your reviews from the last week!

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A Heavyweight Battle; Jacob Young on his Growing Role; Jesse Winker on How the 2024 Nats Band Together May 09, 2024

Episode 115, FULL SHOW -- If you got a chance to be at Nationals Park for the two-game series between the Nationals and Orioles, then you witnessed a high energy battle between the two clubs as they split their first of two series in 2024. Grant Paulsen and Tobi Altizer were in attendance for both games and breakdown why this series was a major litmus test for this Nationals team and how they rose to the moment against a highly touted Baltimore club. Plus, an update on James Wood, who hit another two HRs for Triple-A Rochester on Wednesday, which has many clamoring for a call up to the Major Leagues; Tobi Altizer caught up with Nationals OF Jacob Young in the clubhouse this week and found out how he's living in the moment with his growing role with the team and how important it is for him be the spark plug ahead of hitters like CJ Abrams and Jesse Winker; Veteran Nationals OF Jesse Winker joined Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan on Wednesday to talk about his start to his Nationals career, the energy in Nationals Park and around the DC area, and how this blend of young players and veterans have come together so quickly.

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A Heavyweight Battle May 09, 2024

Episode 115, Segment 1 -- If you got a chance to be at Nationals Park for the two-game series between the Nationals and Orioles, then you witnessed a high energy battle between the two clubs as they split their first of two series in 2024. Grant Paulsen and Tobi Altizer were in attendance for both games and breakdown why this series was a major litmus test for this Nationals team and how they rose to the moment against a highly touted Baltimore club. Plus, an update on James Wood, who hit another two HRs for Triple-A Rochester on Wednesday, which has many clamoring for a call up to the Major Leagues

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Jacob Young on his Growing Role May 09, 2024

Episode 115, Segment 2 -- Tobi Altizer caught up with Nationals OF Jacob Young in the clubhouse this week and found out how he's living in the moment with his growing role with the team and how important it is for him be the spark plug ahead of hitters like CJ Abrams and Jesse Winker.

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Jesse Winker on How the 2024 Nats Band Together May 09, 2024

Episode 115, Segment 3 -- Veteran Nationals OF Jesse Winker joined Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan on Wednesday to talk about his start to his Nationals career, the energy in Nationals Park and around the DC area, and how this blend of young players and veterans have come together so quickly.

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How Do You Like Your Comeback?; Odd Man Out; Beltway Series Preview May 06, 2024

Episode 114, FULL SHOW -- Your Washington Nationals are the kings of the comeback victory, leading the Major Leagues with 12 comeback wins so far this season. Grant & Tobi take a look back at what went right for the Nationals in their series win over the Toronto Blue Jays, including recent hot streaks by Jacob Young, Luis Garcia Jr, and a potential resurgence for Eddie Rosario; With several members of the Nationals 40 Man roster set to return soon from IL stints and rehab assignments, including Victor Robles, Joey Gallo, & Lane Thomas, Grant & Tobi try to figure out who is the odd man out on the Nats roster. Will the Nats have to cut short Eddie Rosario's potential resurgence? Will they be forced to send a pair of young players back down to the Minor Leagues? Or will they make an even bigger move and potentially part ways with the likes of Joey Meneses?; The Nats are welcoming the Baltimore Orioles to town for a two game series on Tuesday and Wednesday this week, and these birds are on fire. Grant & Tobi preview the upcoming cross-town rivalry, and then finish out this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball with a quick look back at the best of the weekend across the Nationals Minor League System.

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How Do You Like Your Comeback? May 06, 2024

Episode 114, Segment 1 -- Your Washington Nationals are the kings of the comeback victory, leading the Major Leagues with 12 comeback wins so far this season. Grant & Tobi take a look back at what went right for the Nationals in their series win over the Toronto Blue Jays, including recent hot streaks by Jacob Young, Luis Garcia Jr, and a potential resurgence for Eddie Rosario.

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Odd Man Out May 06, 2024

Episode 114, Segment 2 -- With several members of the Nationals 40 Man roster set to return soon from IL stints and rehab assignments, including Victor Robles, Joey Gallo, & Lane Thomas, Grant & Tobi try to figure out who is the odd man out on the Nats roster. Will the Nats have to cut short Eddie Rosario's potential resurgence? Will they be forced to send a pair of young players back down to the Minor Leagues? Or will they make an even bigger move and potentially part ways with the likes of Joey Meneses?

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Beltway Series Preview May 06, 2024

Episode 114, Segment 3 -- The Nats are welcoming the Baltimore Orioles to town for a two game series on Tuesday and Wednesday this week, and these birds are on fire. Grant & Tobi preview the upcoming cross-town rivalry, and then finish out this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball with a quick look back at the best of the weekend across the Nationals Minor League System.

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A Texas Slow-Down; The Farm is Heating Up; Mock Draft Season Begins May 03, 2024

Episode 113, FULL SHOW -- Despite returning home with an overall winning road trip, the confines of Globe Life Field didn't treat the Nationals offense kindly. Grant & Tobi try to figure out how various players of the Nationals offense can break out of some big time slumps ahead of their weekend homestand versus Toronto; As the weather starts to warm up across the East Coast, so have the bats of some of the Nationals Top Prospects in their minor league system. Grant & Tobi breakdown the hot week that was for Robert Hassell III, Brady House, Elijah Green, Daylen Lile, and the return of Dylan Crews to the Double-A Harrisburg lineup; The first major Mock Draft of the season has arrived and Grant & Tobi take a look into which college prospects you should be keeping an eye on as potential future draft options for your Washington Nationals.

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A Texas Slow-Down May 03, 2024

Episode 113, Segment 1 -- Despite returning home with an overall winning road trip, the confines of Globe Life Field didn't treat the Nationals offense kindly. Grant & Tobi try to figure out how various players of the Nationals offense can break out of some big time slumps ahead of their weekend homestand versus Toronto.

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The Farm is Heating Up May 03, 2024

Episode 113, Segment 2 -- As the weather starts to warm up across the East Coast, so have the bats of some of the Nationals Top Prospects in their minor league system. Grant & Tobi breakdown the hot week that was for Robert Hassell III, Brady House, Elijah Green, Daylen Lile, and the return of Dylan Crews to the Double-A Harrisburg lineup.

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Mock Draft Season Begins May 03, 2024

Episode 113, Segment 3 -- The first major Mock Draft of the season has arrived and Grant & Tobi take a look into which college prospects you should be keeping an eye on as potential future draft options for your Washington Nationals.

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How the Nats Got Their Groove Back; Pitching Surge; Down on the Farm Apr 30, 2024

Episode 112, FULL SHOW -- After a rough home series that saw them get swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Nationals hit the road for a 4-game series in Miami. And despite struggles versus the Marlins in recent years, the Nats first series of the year against their NL East rival from South Beach saw them get back in a big-time way, sweeping the 4-game series at Loan Depot Park. Grant & Tobi look back at what went right for the Nationals over the weekend, how some of the young talent continues to break out, and why you should be encouraged by performances from veterans like Jesse Winker and Nick Senzel; The Nationals pitching staff has held up well so far through the first month of the season. Grant & Tobi look back at the last weeks’ worth of pitching performances and highlight who has stood out from the bullpen; It's been a while, so let Grant & Tobi catch you up with the latest in the Nationals Minor League system, highlighting recent performances from Top Hitting Prospects including Robert Hassell III, James Wood, Dylan Crews and Daylen Lile. Plus, our first check in on some of the Top Pitching Prospects, including DJ Herz, Jarlin Susana, and Jackson Rutledge.

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How the Nats Got Their Groove Back Apr 30, 2024

Episode 112, Segment 1 -- After a rough home series that saw them get swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Nationals hit the road for a 4-game series in Miami. And despite struggles versus the Marlins in recent years, the Nats first series of the year against their NL East rival from South Beach saw them get back in a big-time way, sweeping the 4-game series at Loan Depot Park. Grant & Tobi look back at what went right for the Nationals over the weekend, how some of the young talent continues to break out, and why you should be encouraged by performances from veterans like Jesse Winker and Nick Senzel.

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Pitching Surge Apr 30, 2024

Episode 112, Segment 2 -- The Nationals pitching staff has held up well so far through the first month of the season. Grant & Tobi look back at the last weeks' worth of pitching performances and highlight who has stood out from the bullpen.

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Down on the Farm Apr 30, 2024

Episode 112, Segment 3 -- It's been a while, so let Grant & Tobi catch you up with the latest in the Nationals Minor League system, highlighting recent performances from Top Hitting Prospects including Robert Hassell III, James Wood, Dylan Crews and Daylen Lile. Plus, our first check in on some of the Top Pitching Prospects, including DJ Herz, Jarlin Susana, and Jackson Rutledge.

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Houston, We Have a Parker; A Star on the Rise; Room for More? Apr 22, 2024

Episode 111, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals take another series as they win the final 2 games of the weekend versus the Houston Astros. But the story of Sunday's victory was an impressive performance from the Nationals #21 Prospect LHP Mitchell Parker in just his 2nd career start. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer take a look at what worked for Parker that led to an efficient 7 inning outing where he held the Astros scoreless and struck out 8; CJ Abrams continues to be the catalyst for the Nats offense, hitting another Homerun over the weekend, and continuing to rack up extra base hits during his current hit streak. Is it too early to start projecting a higher ceiling for the 23 year old Shortstop? Later, Grant & Tobi discuss how Luis Garcia Jr continues to impress, Joey Meneses breaking out of his hitting slump, and recap the weekend that was at Nationals Park as the team and fans celebrated the 5 year anniversary of the 2019 World Series team; Grant & Tobi take a quick look at some of the recent performances from Top Prospects for the Nationals in the Minor League System, including why they're concerned about former Top 5 Draft Pick OF Elijah Green. Plus, Grant & Tobi try to figure out if there's room OF James Wood to potentially make a debut in the next few weeks, or if the Nationals want to stick with what's working after winning 3 of their last 4 series.

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Houston, We Have a Parker Apr 22, 2024

Episode 111, Segment 1 -- The Nationals take another series as they win the final 2 games of the weekend versus the Houston Astros. But the story of Sunday's victory was an impressive performance from the Nationals #21 Prospect LHP Mitchell Parker in just his 2nd career start. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer take a look at what worked for Parker that led to an efficient 7 inning outing where he held the Astros scoreless and struck out 8.

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A Star on the Rise Apr 22, 2024

Episode 111, Segment 2 -- CJ Abrams continues to be the catalyst for the Nats offense, hitting another Homerun over the weekend, and continuing to rack up extra base hits during his current hit streak. Is it too early to start projecting a higher ceiling for the 23 year old Shortstop? Later, Grant & Tobi discuss how Luis Garcia Jr continues to impress, Joey Meneses breaking out of his hitting slump, and recap the weekend that was at Nationals Park as the team and fans celebrated the 5 year anniversary of the 2019 World Series team.

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Room for More? Apr 22, 2024

Episode 111, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi take a quick look at some of the recent performances from Top Prospects for the Nationals in the Minor League System, including why they're concerned about former Top 5 Draft Pick OF Elijah Green. Plus, Grant & Tobi try to figure out if there's room OF James Wood to potentially make a debut in the next few weeks, or if the Nationals want to stick with what's working after winning 3 of their last 4 series.

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Success on the West; Party Like It's 2019; Prospect Heat Check Apr 18, 2024

Episode 110, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals return home this weekend after a successful West Coast road trip that saw the team win 5 of 9 games, including a series win in Los Angeles versus the almighty Dodgers. Grant & Tobi look back at the series that was, which featured and impressive start from Jake Irvin, and impressive outings on offense for CJ Abrams, Jesse Winker, and Luis Garcia Jr. Plus, is it a big deal that Manager Davey Martinez isn't letting Irvin pitch past 6 innings? And are you concerned about the usage of Relief Pitcher Hunter Harvey?; This weekend, the Nationals will celebrate the 5-year anniversary of winning the World Series. And while many former members of the 2019 roster are expected to return, details seem rather cloudy on whether the 2019 World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg will be in town. Grant & Tobi discuss the known details and how Strasburg's absence could affect the celebration; Nationals #21 Prospect Mitchell Parker made his Major League debut in Game 1 of the three-game series against the Dodgers, and left quite the impression, notching the first win for a Starting Pitcher making their debut for the Nationals since Stephen Strasburg's infamous debut in 2010. Grant & Tobi predict what Parker's contribution could be to the Nats going forward and look around the Minor League system at other notable performances from top 30 prospects.

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Success on the West Apr 18, 2024

Episode 110, Segment 1 -- The Nationals return home this weekend after a successful West Coast road trip that saw the team win 5 of 9 games, including a series win in Los Angeles versus the almighty Dodgers. Grant & Tobi look back at the series that was, which featured and impressive start from Jake Irvin, and impressive outings on offense for CJ Abrams, Jesse Winker, and Luis Garcia Jr. Plus, is it a big deal that Manager Davey Martinez isn't letting Irvin pitch past 6 innings? And are you concerned about the usage of Relief Pitcher Hunter Harvey?

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Party Like It's 2019 Apr 18, 2024

Episode 110, Segment 2 -- This weekend, the Nationals will celebrate the 5-year anniversary of winning the World Series. And while many former members of the 2019 roster are expected to return, details seem rather cloudy on whether the 2019 World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg will be in town. Grant & Tobi discuss the known details and how Strasburg's absence could affect the celebration;

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Prospect Heat Check Apr 18, 2024

Episode 110, Segment 3 -- Nationals #21 Prospect Mitchell Parker made his Major League debut in Game 1 of the three-game series against the Dodgers, and left quite the impression, notching the first win for a Starting Pitcher making their debut for the Nationals since Stephen Strasburg's infamous debut in 2010. Grant & Tobi predict what Parker's contribution could be to the Nats going forward and look around the Minor League system at other notable performances from top 30 prospects.

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Taxed in Oakland; Welcome To The Show Mitchell Parker; He Might Be Ready Apr 15, 2024

Episode 109, FULL SHOW -- 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; 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; 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!

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Taxed in Oakland Apr 15, 2024

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.

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Welcome To The Show Mitchell Parker Apr 15, 2024

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.

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He Might Be Ready Apr 15, 2024

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!

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

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!

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Run Nats, Run! Apr 11, 2024

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.

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Increased Value Apr 11, 2024

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?

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Minor League Report Apr 11, 2024

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!

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

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.

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Stephen Strasburg Officially Retires Apr 08, 2024

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.

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Avoided The Sweep Apr 08, 2024

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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Minor League Check-In Apr 08, 2024

Episode 107, Segment 3 -- 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.

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Gray & Gloomy; One Week In; Minor League Seasons Approaching Apr 05, 2024

Episode 106, FULL SHOW -- The 2024 Season hasn't been kind to most of the Nationals Pitching staff so far. Through two starts, Nats SP Josiah Gray has a disappointing 14.04 ERA and 2.40 WHIP. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer breakdown the concerns around the rough start for Gray and the rest of the pitching staff, and highlight the few members of the staff who have impressed thus far; While it's been a rough start for the Pitching staff, the offense has several bright spots so far, especially from some of the Nationals youngest players. Grant & Tobi highlight some of the top performances on offense through the first full week of the 2024 season, and who to be concerned about. Plus, the latest on OF Victor Robles, who left Wednesday's game with an injury; The Minor League seasons for the Nationals Low-A, High-A and Double-A rosters get underway this weekend. Meanwhile, the Triple-A affiliate hasn't played a game in nearly a week due to weather. Grant & Tobi take a quick look into the Minor League system as some of the top prospects in the system are set to get their 2024 campaigns started. Plus, a quick look ahead to a weekend series at home versus Philadelphia.

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Gray & Gloomy Apr 05, 2024

Episode 106, Segment 1 -- The 2024 Season hasn't been kind to most of the Nationals Pitching staff so far. Through two starts, Nats SP Josiah Gray has a disappointing 14.04 ERA and 2.40 WHIP. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer breakdown the concerns around the rough start for Gray and the rest of the pitching staff, and highlight the few members of the staff who have impressed thus far.

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One Week In Apr 05, 2024

Episode 106, Segment 2 -- While it's been a rough start for the Pitching staff, the offense has several bright spots so far, especially from some of the Nationals youngest players. Grant & Tobi highlight some of the top performances on offense through the first full week of the 2024 season, and who to be concerned about. Plus, the latest on OF Victor Robles, who left Wednesday's game with an injury.

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Minor League Seasons Approaching Apr 05, 2024

Episode 106, Segment 3 -- The Minor League seasons for the Nationals Low-A, High-A and Double-A rosters get underway this weekend. Meanwhile, the Triple-A affiliate hasn't played a game in nearly a week due to weather. Grant & Tobi take a quick look into the Minor League system as some of the top prospects in the system are set to get their 2024 campaigns started. Plus, a quick look ahead to a weekend series at home versus Philadelphia.

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Some Good, Some Bad; Pitching Mixed; Back at the Yard Apr 01, 2024

Episode 105, FULL SHOW -- The first series of the 2024 Regular Season is in the books. But unfortunately for the Nats, it ended in heartbreaking fashion, with RHP Kyle Finnegan failing to secure the save, and giving up a walk-off homerun to give the Reds the series win. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer review the weekend that was for the Nationals offense, and determine if its too early to be worried about some rough starts for key players; While the Bullpen got off to a solid start over the weekend, the starting pitching didn't quite hold up their end of the bargain early on. Grant & Tobi go through the pitching performances from the first series of the season and look ahead to a tough matchup with a smoking hot Pittsburgh Pirates offense; As we close out this episode of Bustin’ Loose Baseball, Grant & Tobi give an update on Top Prospect James Wood, as he's off to a hot start for Triple A Rochester. Then, the guys get you ready to be back at Nationals Park for the 2024 Regular Season with updates on new features at the ballpark, and new food items you'll want to keep an eye out for as you roam the concourse before first pitch.

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Some Good, Some Bad Apr 01, 2024

Episode 105, Segment 1 -- The first series of the 2024 Regular Season is in the books. But unfortunately for the Nats, it ended in heartbreaking fashion, with RHP Kyle Finnegan failing to secure the save, and giving up a walk-off homerun to give the Reds the series win. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer review the weekend that was for the Nationals offense, and determine if its too early to be worried about some rough starts for key players.

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Pitching Mixed Apr 01, 2024

Episode 105, Segment 2 -- While the Bullpen got off to a solid start over the weekend, the starting pitching didn't quite hold up their end of the bargain early on. Grant & Tobi go through the pitching performances from the first series of the season and look ahead to a tough matchup with a smoking hot Pittsburgh Pirates offense.

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Back at the Yard Apr 01, 2024

Episode 105, Segment 3 -- As we close out this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball, Grant & Tobi give an update on Top Prospect James Wood, as he's off to a hot start for Triple A Rochester. Then, the guys get you ready to be back at Nationals Park for the 2024 Regular Season with updates on new features at the ballpark, and new food items you'll want to keep an eye out for as you roam the concourse before first pitch.

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Roughed Up in Cincy Mar 29, 2024

Episode 104, FULL SHOW -- Opening Day has come and gone, and it left quite the mark. Tobi Altizer and Producer Darris Dameron bring you an instant reaction podcast episode, discussing the major injury that sets up the debut of a Top Prospect this weekend, breaking down Josiah Gray's Opening Day start, looking back at how the offense and bullpen performed to open their season, and looking ahead to Games 2 and 3 of the season in Cincinnati.

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Futures Game Recap; From the Red Carpet; Over/Under: Nats 2024 Edition Mar 27, 2024

Episode 103, FULL SHOW -- The Big League club returned to DC for the first time in 2024 for their final tune up ahead of the Regular Season Opener. But this wasn't your traditional exhibition, as the Nats projected Opening Day Roster took the field against an assortment of the Nationals Top Prospects at Nationals Park on Tuesday afternoon. Grant & Tobi attended the game and recap the highlights from an afternoon at the ballpark; The Nationals held their Annual Homecoming Gala on Tuesday, featuring members of the roster walking the Red Carpet in style. Hear interviews from the Red Carpet as Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan in DC were joined by GM Mike Rizzo, Manager Davey Martinez, Opening Day Starting Pitcher Josiah Gray, and No. 1 Prospect in the organization Dylan Crews; Grant & Tobi participate in a game of Over/Under, making predictions on stats for some of your favorite 2024 Nationals, predicting when James Wood will make his Major League debut, and picking the teams final win total as the Regular Season approaches.

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Futures Game Recap Mar 27, 2024

Episode 103, Segment 1 -- The Big League club returned to DC for the first time in 2024 for their final tune up ahead of the Regular Season Opener. But this wasn't your traditional exhibition, as the Nats projected Opening Day Roster took the field against an assortment of the Nationals Top Prospects at Nationals Park on Tuesday afternoon. Grant & Tobi attended the game and recap the highlights from an afternoon at the ballpark.

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From the Red Carpet Mar 27, 2024

Episode 103, Segment 2 -- The Nationals held their Annual Homecoming Gala on Tuesday, featuring members of the roster walking the Red Carpet in style. Hear interviews from the Red Carpet as Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan in DC were joined by GM Mike Rizzo, Manager Davey Martinez, Opening Day Starting Pitcher Josiah Gray, and No. 1 Prospect in the organization Dylan Crews.

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Over/Under: Nats 2024 Edition Mar 27, 2024

Episode 103, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi participate in a game of Over/Under, making predictions on stats for some of your favorite 2024 Nationals players, predicting when James Wood will make his Major League debut, and picking the teams final win total as the Regular Season approaches.

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Best Bullpen Ever?; Infield Conundrum; Future on Display Mar 25, 2024

Episode 102, FULL SHOW -- Spring Training has come to a close in West Palm Beach and the Nationals are headed back up north to get ready for the 2024 Regular Season to begin. But at least one more move remains before the final 26-man roster is considered final. Has INF Trey Lipscomb officially locked in his spot on the Opening Day Roster? Grant & Tobi discuss. Plus, they take a look at the Pitching staff, and try to determine whether the bullpen has a chance to be one of the Nationals deepest bullpens in team history, or if potential flaws could hold them back; With 27 players remaining on the roster and the Pitching Staff seemingly set, Grant & Tobi take a look at the position players that remain as the Opening Day roster takes shape. Are the Nationals bound to let go of their Rule 5 pick in favor of a prospect who took Spring Training by storm? Or could a trade be an option to free up a spot for the young infielder who seems poised to make the roster?; This week, the Nationals return to DC for an exhibition game that will put the potential future stars on display in front of a home crowd as the Nationals present "On Deck: Nationals Futures Game". Grant & Tobi get you ready for the final exhibition before the regular season starts, plus highlight some other news and notes about some of the rest of the top prospects across Major League Baseball.

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Best Bullpen Ever? Mar 25, 2024

Episode 102, Segment 1 -- Spring Training has come to a close in West Palm Beach and the Nationals are headed back up north to get ready for the 2024 Regular Season to begin. But at least one more move remains before the final 26-man roster is considered final. Has INF Trey Lipscomb officially locked in his spot on the Opening Day Roster? Grant & Tobi discuss. Plus, they take a look at the Pitching staff, and try to determine whether the bullpen has a chance to be one of the Nationals deepest bullpens in team history, or if potential flaws could hold them back.

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Infield Conundrum Mar 25, 2024

Episode 102, Segment 2 -- With 27 players remaining on the roster and the Pitching Staff seemingly set, Grant & Tobi take a look at the position players that remain as the Opening Day roster takes shape. Are the Nationals bound to let go of their Rule 5 pick in favor of a prospect who took Spring Training by storm? Or could a trade be an option to free up a spot for the young infielder who seems poised to make the roster?

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Future on Display Mar 25, 2024

Episode 102, Segment 3 -- This week, the Nationals return to DC for an exhibition game that will put the potential future stars on display in front of a home crowd as the Nationals present "On Deck: Nationals Futures Game". Grant & Tobi get you ready for the final exhibition before the regular season starts, plus highlight some other news and notes about some of the rest of the top prospects across Major League Baseball.

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Spring Breakout Recap; Lipscomb Making His Case Mar 21, 2024

Episode 101, FULL SHOW -- Major League Baseball put their bright young talent around the league on display with a series of matchups between teams top prospects. The Nats sent out a roster full of their Top 30 prospects, and plenty of them left big impressions. Grant & Tobi revisit last weeks Spring Breakout game and highlight the best performances from the Nats young talent; Grant & Tobi take a look at some of the biggest storylines revolving around the Nats Big League Camp, including the chances that INF Trey Lipscomb could be making a big push to making the Opening Day Roster, why OF James Wood may start the season in the Minor Leagues, and if you should be concerned about struggles for OF Dylan Crews and 1B Joey Gallo.

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Spring Breakout Recap Mar 21, 2024

Episode 101, Segment 1 -- Major League Baseball put their bright young talent around the league on display with a series of matchups between teams top prospects. The Nats sent out a roster full of their Top 30 prospects, and plenty of them left big impressions. Grant & Tobi revisit last weeks Spring Breakout game and highlight the best performances from the Nats young talent.

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Lipscomb Making His Case Mar 21, 2024

Episode 101, Segment 2 -- Grant & Tobi take a look at some of the biggest storylines revolving around the Nats Big League Camp, including the chances that INF Trey Lipscomb could be making a big push to making the Opening Day Roster, why OF James Wood may start the season in the Minor Leagues, and if you should be concerned about struggles for OF Dylan Crews and 1B Joey Gallo.

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Nats Top Prospect Extravaganza Mar 14, 2024

Episode 100, FULL SHOW -- Bustin' Loose Baseball has made it to Episode 100! If you've been listening from the beginning, we thank you for doing so. If you just found us recently, welcome aboard! What better way to celebrate our 100th episode of BLB than with a Top Prospect Extravaganza -- Featuring interviews from several of the Nats Top 30 Prospects as ranked by MLB.com. Grant & Tobi open Episode 100 with some quick hits on the latest moves the Nats have made. Then, hear interviews from #2 prospect OF James Wood, #1 prospect OF Dylan Crews, and #3 prospect 3B Brady House from Bustin' Loose Baseball's field trip to West Palm Beach; Grant & Tobi caught up with a trio of Top Prospect pitchers during their field trip to Nationals Spring Training, including RHPs Cade Cavalli (#4) and Cole Henry (#25) who detail their recoveries from injuries, plus RHP Jackson Rutledge (#15) who made several starts for the Nats late in the 2023 season and is poised to build on his Major League experience; We round out our Prospect Extravaganza episode with interviews from 2023 3rd Round Pick RHP Travis Sykora, 2023 2nd Round Pick 3B Yohandy Morales, & the #18 Prospect in the Nationals system OF Jacob Young, who made his debut for the big league club late last season. Plus, Grant & Tobi look ahead to the 1st Annual Spring Breakout Game.

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The Big Three Mar 14, 2024

Episode 100, Segment 1 -- Bustin' Loose Baseball has made it to Episode 100! If you've been listening from the beginning, we thank you for doing so. If you just found us recently, welcome aboard! What better way to celebrate our 100th episode of BLB than with a Top Prospect Extravaganza -- Featuring interviews from several of the Nats Top 30 Prospects as ranked by MLB.com. Grant & Tobi open Episode 100 with some quick hits on the latest moves the Nats have made. Then, hear interviews from #2 prospect OF James Wood, #1 prospect OF Dylan Crews, and #3 prospect 3B Brady House from Bustin' Loose Baseball's field trip to West Palm Beach.

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An Arms Race Mar 14, 2024

Episode 100, Segment 2 -- Grant & Tobi caught up with a trio of Top Prospect pitchers during their field trip to Nationals Spring Training, including RHPs Cade Cavalli (#4) and Cole Henry (#25) who detail their recoveries from injuries, plus RHP Jackson Rutledge (#15) who made several starts for the Nats late in the 2023 season and is poised to build on his Major League experience.

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Future Perfect Mar 14, 2024

Episode 100, Segment 3 -- We round out our Prospect Extravaganza episode with interviews from 2023 3rd Round Pick RHP Travis Sykora, 2023 2nd Round Pick 3B Yohandy Morales, & the #18 Prospect in the Nationals system OF Jacob Young, who made his debut for the big league club late last season. Plus, Grant & Tobi look ahead to the 1st Annual Spring Breakout Game.

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The Case For... The Washington Nationals With Andrew Lang | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' Mar 11, 2024

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): The Case For... Series hosted by BIB contributor Reece Green, allowing the biggest fan of every MLB team the chance to state their team's case for the 2024 season, continues with Nationals Fanatic and writer for Talk Nats, Andrew Lang (@TalkNats), who shares very cautious optimism that the Nationals have the necessary youth and pitching to surpass their FanGraphs projected win total, but still expects them miss out on October

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Mike Rizzo Details the Bright Future of the Nationals Roster; Davey Martinez on His New Approach to Coaching; Eddie Longosz & Joey Gallo Mar 08, 2024

Episode 99, FULL SHOW -- Grant & Tobi have returned from their field trip to West Palm Beach with a quick recap of their experience, plus thoughts on the Nats signing of OF Eddie Rosario, and what that means for Outfield prospects such as James Wood. Then, General Manager Mike Rizzo joined Grant & Danny on 106.7 The Fan from Spring Training with his outlook on the future of the organization; World Series Champion Manager Davey Martinez joined Grant Paulsen & Danny Rouhier in West Palm Beach to discuss how he is much more hands-on coaching this year, and his confidence in the young players coming up through the organization; Nationals newly named VP of Player Development Eddie Longosz joined Grant Paulsen & Danny Rouhier at Spring Training in West Palm Beach to discuss his new role with the organization and how far along some of the young prospects in the system are. Plus, we caught up with new Nationals slugger Joey Gallo in the clubhouse with his thoughts on his first Spring Training with the Nats.

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Mike Rizzo Details the Bright Future of the Nationals Roster Mar 08, 2024

Episode 99, Segment 1 -- Grant & Tobi have returned from their field trip to West Palm Beach with a quick recap of their experience, plus thoughts on the Nats signing of OF Eddie Rosario, and what that means for Outfield prospects such as James Wood. Then, General Manager Mike Rizzo joined Grant & Danny on 106.7 The Fan from Spring Training with his outlook on the future of the organization.

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Davey Martinez on His New Approach to Coaching Mar 08, 2024

Episode 99, Segment 2 -- World Series Champion Manager Davey Martinez joined Grant Paulsen & Danny Rouhier in West Palm Beach to discuss how he is much more hands-on coaching this year, and his confidence in the young players coming up through the organization.

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Eddie Longosz & Joey Gallo Mar 08, 2024

Episode 99, Segment 3 -- Nationals newly named VP of Player Development Eddie Longosz joined Grant Paulsen & Danny Rouhier at Spring Training in West Palm Beach to discuss his new role with the organization and how far along some of the young prospects in the system are. Plus, we caught up with new Nationals slugger Joey Gallo in the clubhouse with his thoughts on his first Spring Training with the Nats.

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Field Trip to West Palm Beach; Robert Hassell III & Trey Lipscomb on Growth in Spring Training; Jake Irvin & Stone Garrett on Year 2 Opportunities Mar 04, 2024

Episode 98, FULL SHOW -- Bustin' Loose Baseball is on the road! Grant, Tobi & Producer Darris have made the trip to West Palm Beach, Florida -- The Spring Training home of your Washington Nationals. Grant & Tobi kick off this episode of BLB with their recap of what they've seen in their first couple days at Spring Training, and what they look forward to seeing as the week progresses; Top Prospects OF Robert Hassell III & INF Trey Lipscomb are both off to hot starts in their first chances to be in big league Spring Training. They joined Grant & Tobi in the locker room from West Palm Beach to discuss how they've grown in their time in the Nationals system, and how important it is to have a chance to share the locker room with fellow top prospects and vets on the Major League roster. Plus a round up on how other top prospects are doing so far this Spring; Our coverage from West Palm Beach rolls on as Grant & Tobi catch up with RHP Jake Irvin and OF Stone Garrett, who both are entering their second full season with the Nationals and looking to capitalize on momentum from their solid first year stints with the big league team.

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Field Trip to West Palm Beach Mar 04, 2024

Episode 98, Segment 1 -- Bustin' Loose Baseball is on the road! Grant, Tobi & Producer Darris have made the trip to West Palm Beach, Florida -- The Spring Training home of your Washington Nationals. Grant & Tobi kick off this episode of BLB with their recap of what they've seen in their first couple days at Spring Training, and what they look forward to seeing as the week progresses.

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Robert Hassell III & Trey Lipscomb on Growth in Spring Training Mar 04, 2024

Episode 98, Segment 2 -- Top Prospects OF Robert Hassell III & INF Trey Lipscomb are both off to hot starts in their first chances to be in big league Spring Training. They joined Grant & Tobi in the locker room from West Palm Beach to discuss how they've grown in their time in the Nationals system, and how important it is to have a chance to share the locker room with fellow top prospects and vets on the Major League roster. Plus a round up on how other top prospects are doing so far this Spring.

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Jake Irvin & Stone Garrett on Year 2 Opportunities Mar 04, 2024

Episode 98, Segment 3 -- Our coverage from West Palm Beach rolls on as Grant & Tobi catch up with RHP Jake Irvin and OF Stone Garrett, who both are entering their second full season with the Nationals and looking to capitalize on momentum from their solid first year stints with the big league team.

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The Kids Are Having Fun; The Strasburg Deadline Feb 28, 2024

Episode 97, FULL SHOW -- Spring Training games are underway and it's off to a great start for some of the Nationals top prospects. Grant & Tobi take a look at the hot starts for James Wood, Robert Hassell III, MacKenzie Gore, Josiah Gray and more! Plus, a huge announcement from the crew of Bustin' Loose Baseball; The deadline passed for Major League players to show up to Spring Training, and Stephen Strasburg has not reported, despite the team expecting him to do so. What's next in the saga between the Nats and the former World Series MVP, and will they be able to smooth things over before the teams anniversary celebration of the World Series in April.

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The Kids Are Having Fun Feb 28, 2024

Episode 97, Segment 1 -- Spring Training games are underway and it's off to a great start for some of the Nationals top prospects. Grant & Tobi take a look at the hot starts for James Wood, Robert Hassell III, MacKenzie Gore, Josiah Gray and more! Plus, a huge announcement from the crew of Bustin' Loose Baseball.

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The Strasburg Deadline Feb 28, 2024

Episode 97, Segment 2 -- The deadline passed for Major League players to show up to Spring Training, and Stephen Strasburg has not reported, despite the team expecting him to do so. What's next in the saga between the Nats and the former World Series MVP, and will they be able to smooth things over before the teams anniversary celebration of the World Series in April.

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Spring Training is Here!; Futures in Flux; Prospects to Watch in West Palm Feb 14, 2024

Episode 96, FULL SHOW -- Let the catcher's mitts pop and the bats start cracking, Spring Training 2024 has finally arrived. As Pitchers & Catchers are set to report on February 14th, and Position Players on February 20th, Bustin' Loose Baseball gets you ready for Nationals Spring Training with a recap of the offseason that was. How will new additions like Nick Senzel, Joey Gallo, Dylan Floro and Jesse Winker fit into the Nationals plans in 2024? Tobi Altizer breaks it all down alongside Producer Darris Dameron, who fills in for Grant Paulsen this week; With several of the Nationals top prospects having opportunities to knock on the door of the Major League roster in 2024, Tobi and Darris dive into which players future with the Nationals could be in danger if they fail to live up to expectations as a new season begins; The Nationals recently released a full broadcast schedule for Spring Training, and we're excited to see that there are more games being televised than there had been in recent years. But we're still left with some questions and concerns about our viewing experience. Plus, Tobi and Darris highlight which prospects you should be keeping an eye out for as several non-roster invitees will be suiting up with the big league club through Spring Training.

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Spring Training is Here! Feb 14, 2024

Episode 96, Segment 1 -- Let the catcher's mitts pop and the bats start cracking, Spring Training 2024 has finally arrived. As Pitchers & Catchers are set to report on February 14th, and Position Players on February 20th, Bustin' Loose Baseball gets you ready for Nationals Spring Training with a recap of the offseason that was. How will new additions like Nick Senzel, Joey Gallo, Dylan Floro and Jesse Winker fit into the Nationals plans in 2024? Tobi Altizer breaks it all down alongside Producer Darris Dameron, who fills in for Grant Paulsen this week.

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Futures in Flux Feb 14, 2024

Episode 96, Segment 2 -- With several of the Nationals top prospects having opportunities to knock on the door of the Major League roster in 2024, Tobi and Darris dive into which players future with the Nationals could be in danger if they fail to live up to expectations as a new season begins.

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Prospects to Watch in West Palm Feb 14, 2024

Episode 96, Segment 3 -- The Nationals recently released a full broadcast schedule for Spring Training, and we're excited to see that there are more games being televised than there had been in recent years. But we're still left with some questions and concerns about our viewing experience. Plus, Tobi and Darris highlight which prospects you should be keeping an eye out for as several non-roster invitees will be suiting up with the big league club through Spring Training.

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The Neighbors Sold; Future Nats Cracking Top 100; Joey Gallo Talks Joining Nats Feb 07, 2024

Episode 95, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals shocked everyone with the release of two new jerseys, and the announcement that a new fan favorite will soon be placed in the vault. Grant & Tobi give their thoughts on the new on field look for the Nationals. Then, news broke late last week that our neighbors to the north, the Baltimore Orioles, are being sold. What does a sale of the Orioles mean for the Nationals chances at a sale? And how soon could this sale cause a shake up in the media rights battle?; As Spring Training 2024 quickly approaches, Baseball America released its latest Top 100 Prospects list. Which future Nationals made the cut? Plus, Grant & Tobi break down what to expect from each of the non-roster invitees; New Nationals slugger Joey Gallo joined Grant & Danny on 106.7 The Fan in DC after his introduction to the media. He details how he came to terms with the joining the Nats, talks his strengths and weaknesses, which defensive positions he could be playing this season, and more!

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The Neighbors Sold Feb 07, 2024

Episode 95, Segment 1 -- The Nationals shocked everyone with the release of two new jerseys, and the announcement that a fan favorite will soon be placed in the vault. Grant & Tobi give their thoughts on the new on field look for the Nationals. Then, news broke late last week that our neighbors to the north, the Baltimore Orioles, are being sold. What does a sale of the Orioles mean for the Nationals chances at a sale? And how soon could this sale cause a shake up in the media rights battle?

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Future Nats Cracking Top 100 Feb 07, 2024

Episode 95, Segment 2 -- As Spring Training 2024 quickly approaches, Baseball America released its latest Top 100 Prospects list. Which future Nationals made the cut? Plus, Grant & Tobi break down what to expect from each of the non-roster invitees.

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Joey Gallo Talks Joining Nats Feb 07, 2024

Episode 95, Segment 3 -- New Nationals slugger Joey Gallo joined Grant & Danny on 106.7 The Fan in DC after his introduction to the media. He details how he came to terms with the joining the Nats, talks his strengths and weaknesses, which defensive positions he could be playing this season, and more!

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Joey Gallo Inks Deal with Nats; Doolittle Returns; Baseball America Updates Top 100 Jan 25, 2024

Episode 94, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals have made a signing! The former Gold Glove OF inks a deal with the Nationals to bring some left handed power to the lineup. Grant & Tobi are back on Bustin' Loose Baseball to breakdown how Gallo fits with the team, and what his potential outlook could be. Everyone's favorite relief pitcher has returned to the Nationals Organization once again, but this time, in a front office role. How will Doolittle's new role effect the future of pitching in the organization? Baseball America has updated their Top 100 prospects list ahead of the 2024 Season, but its a ranking of the top Third Base prospects that has caught the attention of Grant Paulsen. Which Nationals have made the cut?

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Joey Gallo Inks Deal with Nats Jan 25, 2024

Episode 94, Segment 1 -- The Nationals have made a signing! The former Gold Glove OF inks a deal with the Nationals to bring some left handed power to the lineup. Grant & Tobi are back on Bustin' Loose Baseball to breakdown how Gallo fits with the team, and what his potential outlook could be.

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Doolittle Returns to the Nats Jan 25, 2024

Episode 94, Segment 2 -- Everyone's favorite relief pitcher has returned to the Nationals Organization once again, but this time, in a front office role. How will Doolittle's new role effect the future of pitching in the organization?

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Baseball America Updates Top 100 Jan 25, 2024

Episode 94, Segment 3 -- Baseball America has updated their Top 100 prospects list ahead of the 2024 Season, but its a ranking of the top Third Base prospects that has caught the attention of Grant Paulsen. Which Nationals have made the cut?

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We Are Presenting Nationals Pitcher Josiah Gray With A Pretty Big Honor | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' Dec 14, 2023

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Josiah Gray had a pretty good year with the Nationals, one which included making the National League All-Star team. But we at Baseball Isn't Boring believe he is going to be the breakout pitcher of 2024. It's a belief that Rob Bradford formalized when having Gray on the podcast, where the two reflected on the past year, what is in store for Josiah - including his birthday Travis Scott concert - and some laughs and opinions along the way. Gray is one to watch for so many reasons, one of which is because he is really good at this thing we call podcasting.

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Soto on the Move...Again?; Making Moves at the Winter Meetings; The Draft Lottery Stinks Dec 07, 2023

Episode 93, FULL SHOW -- Bustin' Loose Baseball is back as the MLB Winter Meetings are underway in Nashville this week. The Winter Meetings brings lots of news, signings and trade talks. But to everyone's surprise, our old friend Juan Soto has stolen the headlines as the Padres have traded him to the New York Yankees. Grant and Tobi are back to break down why this trade went down, how this effects the Nationals, and what this trade means for Soto's legacy; After a quiet start to the Winter Meetings for the Nationals, the team finally made a couple of additions to the roster via the Rule 5 Draft and Free Agency. Grant and Tobi break down what you should know about each of the newest additions to the Nats roster; The MLB held its 2nd annual Draft Lottery this week at the Winter Meetings, and once again, the Nationals and various other teams who finished with bad records, didn't appear to benefit. Grant tells us why he thinks the MLB Draft Lottery arrived at the worst possible time for the Nationals, and why it punishes teams who are trying to build for long term success.

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Soto On The Move...Again? Dec 07, 2023

Episode 93, Segment 1 -- Bustin' Loose Baseball is back as the MLB Winter Meetings are underway in Nashville this week. The Winter Meetings brings lots of news, signings and trade talks. But to everyone's surprise, our old friend Juan Soto has stolen the headlines as the Padres have traded him to the New York Yankees. Grant and Tobi are back to break down why this trade went down, how this effects the Nationals, and what this trade means for Soto's legacy.

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Making Moves at the Winter Meetings Dec 07, 2023

Episode 93, Segment 2 -- After a quiet start to the Winter Meetings for the Nationals, the team finally made a couple of additions to the roster via the Rule 5 Draft and Free Agency. Grant and Tobi break down what you should know about each of the newest additions to the Nats roster.

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The Draft Lottery Stinks Dec 07, 2023

Episode 93, Segment 3 -- The MLB held its 2nd annual Draft Lottery this week at the Winter Meetings, and once again, the Nationals and various other teams who finished with bad records, didn't appear to benefit. Grant tells us why he thinks the MLB Draft Lottery arrived at the worst possible time for the Nationals, and why it punishes teams who are trying to build for long term success.

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Out with the Old, In with the New; One Step Closer; Refreshing the Coaching Staff Nov 16, 2023

Episode 92, FULL SHOW -- Bustin' Loose Baseball is back to give you the latest updates on the Washington Nationals offseason so far. Earlier this week, the team announced several moves ahead of December's Rule 5 Draft, which required them to release and DFA several players, allowing them to make room on their 40-man roster for some of their top prospects. Grant & Tobi begin this episode discussing the DFA of 1B Dominic Smith, RHP Cory Abbott, and the release of RHP Andrés Machado; With 40-Man Roster spots open after recent DFA's and releases, the Nats added some of their top prospects to the roster to protect them from the upcoming Rule 5 Draft in December. Get to know the new additions, including LHP Mitchell Parker, LHP DJ Herz, RHP Cole Henry and RHP Zach Brzykcy; Grant and Tobi dive into the latest updates on coaching staff changes made to start the Nationals offseason, including a former member of the 2019 World Series Roster, now taking a role as the new First Base Coach. Plus, an intriguing promotion from within the organization happened in the front office that has Grant and Tobi quite thrilled.

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Out with the Old, In with the New Nov 16, 2023

Episode 92, Segment 1 -- Bustin' Loose Baseball is back to give you the latest updates on the Washington Nationals offseason so far. Earlier this week, the team announced several moves ahead of December's Rule 5 Draft, which required them to release and DFA several players, allowing them to make room on their 40-man roster for some of their top prospects. Grant & Tobi begin this episode discussing the DFA of 1B Dominic Smith, RHP Cory Abbott, and the release of RHP Andrés Machado.

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One Step Closer Nov 16, 2023

Episode 92, Segment 2 -- With 40-Man Roster spots open after recent DFA's and releases, the Nats added some of their top prospects to the roster to protect them from the upcoming Rule 5 Draft in December. Get to know the new additions, including LHP Mitchell Parker, LHP DJ Herz, RHP Cole Henry and RHP Zach Brzykcy.

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Refreshing the Coaching Staff Nov 16, 2023

Episode 92, Segment 3 -- Grant and Tobi dive into the latest updates on coaching staff changes made to start the Nationals offseason, including a former member of the 2019 World Series Roster, now taking a role as the new First Base Coach. Plus, an intriguing promotion from within the organization happened in the front office that has Grant and Tobi quite thrilled.

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To Spend or Not To Spend; Fall League Spotlight; Chopping Down the 40-Man Roster Oct 26, 2023

Episode 91, FULL SHOW -- As the World Series begins this weekend between the Diamondbacks and Rangers, Grant and Tobi assess the process of how each team got to this point, just a few seasons removed from being 100+ loss teams. They come to the conclusion that spending money helped get here, and inquire whether this offseason is the right time for the Nationals to do the same; Grant and Tobi take a peek at who is hot and who is not as some of the Nats top prospects are in action in the Arizona Fall League. For one player, things are looking great. For some others...not so much; The Nationals recently made some roster moves, releasing Blake Rutherford and Hobie Harris to help get the 40-man roster down closer to the limit. Grant and Tobi try to figure out what other moves could be on the horizon to make space on the roster ahead of next season.

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To Spend or Not To Spend Oct 26, 2023

Episode 91, Segment 1 -- As the World Series begins this weekend between the Diamondbacks and Rangers, Grant and Tobi assess the process of how each team got to this point, just a few seasons removed from being 100+ loss teams. They come to the conclusion that spending money helped get here, and inquire whether this offseason is the right time for the Nationals to do the same.

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Fall League Spotlight Oct 26, 2023

Episode 91, Segment 2 -- Grant and Tobi take a peek at who is hot and who is not as some of the Nats top prospects are in action in the Arizona Fall League. For one player, things are looking great. For some others...not so much.

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Chopping Down the 40-Man Roster Oct 26, 2023

Episode 91, Segment 3 -- The Nationals recently made some roster moves, releasing Blake Rutherford and Hobie Harris to help get the 40-man roster down closer to the limit. Grant and Tobi try to figure out what other moves could be on the horizon to make space on the roster ahead of next season.

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Jealous of Our Exes; Nats in Business; Barry Svrluga Oct 19, 2023

Episode 90, FULL SHOW -- If you've been watching the 2023 MLB Playoffs, you've surely seen a lot of ex-Nationals having success. Grant & Tobi open up this edition of Bustin' Loose Baseball recapping the NLCS and ALCS thus far, and asking if you find yourself rooting for the ex-Nationals players who remain in the postseason, or if you would hate to see them win with another team; It's been a busy couple of weeks for the home team, and it's been capped off with a gold glove nomination for RF Lane Thomas. Grant & Tobi take a look into where Lane Thomas stacks up against the other RF Gold Glove nominees. Plus, we check on top OF prospect Robert Hassell III as he starts hot in the Arizona Fall League, and a plethora of changes amongst Mike Rizzo's staff across the organization; Barry Svrluga of The Washington Post joins Bustin' Loose Baseball with further details on the latest staff changes for the Nationals, and provides the latest on where the potential sale of the Nationals stands as we enter the offseason. Then, Tobi shares his thoughts on who top Third Baseman prospect Brady House compares to, and his stats to back it up are very intriguing.

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Jealous of Our Exes Oct 19, 2023

Episode 90, Segment 1 -- If you've been watching the 2023 MLB Playoffs, you've surely seen a lot of ex-Nationals having success. Grant & Tobi open up this edition of Bustin' Loose Baseball recapping the NLCS and ALCS thus far, and asking if you find yourself rooting for the ex-Nationals players who remain in the postseason, or if you would hate to see them win with another team.

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Nats in Business Oct 19, 2023

Episode 90, Segment 2 -- It's been a busy couple of weeks for the home team, and it's been capped off with a gold glove nomination for RF Lane Thomas. Grant & Tobi take a look into where Lane Thomas stacks up against the other RF Gold Glove nominees. Plus, we check on top OF prospect Robert Hassell III as he starts hot in the Arizona Fall League, and a plethora of changes amongst Mike Rizzo's staff across the organization.

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Barry Svrluga Talks Ownership Updates & More Oct 19, 2023

Episode 90, Segment 3 -- Barry Svrluga of The Washington Post joins Bustin' Loose Baseball with further details on the latest staff changes for the Nationals, and provides the latest on where the potential sale of the Nationals stands as we enter the offseason. Then, Tobi shares his thoughts on who top Third Baseman prospect Brady House compares to, and his stats to back it up are very intriguing.

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Report Card Season for the 2023 Nationals; Hitters on Deck; Pencils Down Pitchers Oct 05, 2023

Episode 89, FULL SHOW -- While the MLB Postseason has begun, the Nationals offseason is underway. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer hand out report cards for the Nationals 2023 season, beginning with grading the Nats Front Office and Coaching Staff; As the Nats 2023 campaign has now officially come to an end, Grant & Tobi hand out grades to each hitter in the Nationals lineup this season, as well as grading their respective contributions defensively; This season report card edition of Bustin' Loose Baseball continues, with Grant & Tobi grading the pitching staff and each of their individual performances from the Nats 2023 season, including each of the starting pitchers from this seasons rotation and various members of the bullpen.

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Report Card Season for the 2023 Nationals Oct 05, 2023

Episode 89, Segment 1 -- While the MLB Postseason has begun, the Nationals offseason is underway. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer hand out report cards for the Nationals 2023 season, beginning with grading the Nats Front Office and Coaching Staff.

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Hitters On Deck Oct 05, 2023

Episode 89, Segment 2 -- As the Nats 2023 campaign has now officially come to an end, Grant & Tobi hand out grades to each hitter in the Nationals lineup this season, as well as grading their respective contributions defensively.

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Pencils Down Pitchers Oct 05, 2023

Episode 89, Segment 3 --This season report card edition of Bustin' Loose Baseball continues, with Grant & Tobi grading the pitching staff and each of their individual performances from the Nats 2023 season, including each of the starting pitchers from this seasons rotation and various members of the bullpen.

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Finishing on a High Note; Growth is Key Oct 02, 2023

Episode 88, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals 2023 season comes to a close, and to our delight, they finish strong, with a series win in versus the Atlanta Braves. Grant & Tobi assess what it means to see the 2023 Nationals finish with over 70 wins in a rebuilding season, and how the timeline for the rebuild has potentially shifted; Grant and Tobi highlight some of the strong performances that topped off the end of the Nationals 2023 season, including CJ Abrams breaking the Nats record for stolen bases in a single season, Lane Thomas reaching the 20 HR, 20 SB plateau, Josiah Gray finishing the season under a 4.00 ERA, and more. Then, the guys make their predictions for who will win the 2023 World Series.

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Finishing on a High Note Oct 02, 2023

Episode 88, Segment 1 -- The Nationals 2023 season comes to a close, and to our delight, they finish strong, with a series win in versus the Atlanta Braves. Grant & Tobi assess what it means to see the 2023 Nationals finish with over 70 wins in a rebuilding season, and how the timeline for the rebuild has potentially shifted.

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Growth is Key Oct 02, 2023

Episode 88, Segment 2 -- Grant and Tobi highlight some of the strong performances that topped off the end of the Nationals 2023 season, including CJ Abrams breaking the Nats record for stolen bases in a single season, Lane Thomas reaching the 20 HR, 20 SB plateau, Josiah Gray finishing the season under a 4.00 ERA, and more. Then, the guys make their predictions for who will win the 2023 World Series.

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And the Award Goes To...; Predicting the Future Rotation Sep 26, 2023

Episode 87, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals handed out their organizational player awards this week. Grant and Tobi recap the seasons for those that were recognized by the Nationals as players of the year at their respective positions, and discuss what their roles will be as we look ahead to the 2024 season; After Jackson Rutledge had another solid start against the Atlanta Braves in the final home stand of the season, Grant and Tobi take a look at what the 2024 Nationals Starting Pitching rotation could look like, featuring the likes of Josiah Gray, MacKenzie Gore, the return of Cade Cavalli and more!

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And the Award Goes To... Sep 26, 2023

Episode 87, Segment 1 -- The Nationals handed out their organizational player awards this week. Grant and Tobi recap the seasons for those that were recognized by the Nationals as players of the year at their respective positions, and discuss what their roles will be as we look ahead to the 2024 season.

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Predicting the Future Rotation Sep 26, 2023

Episode 87, Segment 2 -- After Jackson Rutledge had another solid start against the Atlanta Braves in the final home stand of the season, Grant and Tobi take a look at what the 2024 Nationals Starting Pitching rotation could look like, featuring the likes of Josiah Gray, MacKenzie Gore, the return of Cade Cavalli and more!

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Rutledge & Gray Bounce Back; Minor League Season Wraps Up; Director of Nats Player Development De Jon Watson Sep 21, 2023

Episode 86, FULL SHOW -- In the final home stand of the 2023 season, both Jackson Rutledge and Josiah Gray posted encouraging starts in front of the home crowd. Grant & Tobi discuss why it is a big deal for Josiah Gray to finish the 2023 season strong, after a disappointing stretch from August through early September; The Minor League season has come to an end across just about all levels. Before our interview with Nats Director of Player Development De Jon Watson, Grant & Tobi provide some closing thoughts on some of your most anticipated players in the system; De Jon Watson is the Nationals Director of Player Development, overseeing the Nats Minor League system in its entirety. He joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to give his perspective on some of the Nationals top prospects as their seasons come to a close.

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Rutledge & Gray Bounce Back Sep 21, 2023

Episode 86, Segment 1 -- In the final home stand of the 2023 season, both Jackson Rutledge and Josiah Gray posted encouraging starts in front of the home crowd. Grant & Tobi discuss why it's a big deal for Josiah Gray to finish the 2023 season strong, after a disappointing stretch from August through early September.

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Minor League Season Wraps Up Sep 21, 2023

Episode 86, Segment 2 -- The Minor League season has come to an end across just about all levels. Before our interview with Nats Director of Player Development De Jon Watson, Grant & Tobi provide some closing thoughts on some of your most anticipated players in the system.

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Director of Nats Player Development De Jon Watson Sep 21, 2023

Episode 86, Segment 3 -- De Jon Watson is the Nationals Director of Player Development, overseeing the Nats Minor League system in its entirety. He joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to give his perspective on some of the Nationals top prospects as their seasons come to a close.

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Winding Down; Mike Rizzo Inks Extension with Nationals Sep 18, 2023

Episode 85, FULL SHOW -- Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer are back for a quick recap of the Nats weekend series in Milwaukee. As the MLB season is approaching its final weeks, how have the Nats been faring down the stretch? And the Minor League season is wrapping up across all levels. Grant & Tobi provide some quick thoughts on James Wood and Robert Hassell III, who have each finished strong in their final week of the Double-A season; The Nationals and longtime President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo announced their much anticipated contract extension last week, and we can finally breathe a sigh of relief. Grant & Tobi discuss how it was never in doubt that Mike Rizzo would return to the Nats, and how the resurgence of the Nats Minor League system plays a big part in Rizzo remaining in DC. Plus, Grant marvels at the Atlanta Braves dominance after they clinched yet another NL East Division title over the weekend.

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Winding Down Sep 18, 2023

Episode 85, Segment 1 -- Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer are back for a quick recap of the Nats weekend series in Milwaukee. As the MLB season is approaching its final weeks, how have the Nats been faring down the stretch? And the Minor League season is wrapping up across all levels. Grant & Tobi provide some quick thoughts on James Wood and Robert Hassell III, who have each finished strong in their final week of the Double-A season.

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Mike Rizzo Inks Extension with Nats Sep 18, 2023

Episode 85, Segment 2 -- The Nationals and longtime President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo announced their much anticipated contract extension last week, and we can finally breathe a sigh of relief. Grant & Tobi discuss how it was never in doubt that Mike Rizzo would return to the Nats, and how the resurgence of the Nats Minor League system plays a big part in Rizzo remaining in DC. Plus, Grant marvels at the Atlanta Braves dominance after they clinched yet another NL East Division title over the weekend.

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A Time To Sell?; Charlie Slowes on Nats Youth Breakthrough Sep 12, 2023

Episode 84, FULL SHOW -- Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer open up this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball with a quick look at the Nats opening to a 4 game series in Pittsburgh. Then we discuss Barry Svrluga's (The Washington Post) article on why recent events are more telling than ever that the Lerner family should be looking to sell the Washington Nationals franchise; Charlie Slowes, the radio play by play voice of the Washington Nationals joins Bustin' Loose Baseball, where he breaks down performances from the Nats young rising stars such as CJ Abrams, Keibert Ruiz, and more! Plus, he provides his thoughts on why Josiah Gray may be struggling down the stretch, and the possibility of a top pitching prospect joining the rotation soon.

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A Time To Sell? Sep 12, 2023

Episode 84, Segment 1 -- Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer open up this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball with a quick look at the Nats opening to a 4 game series in Pittsburgh. Then we discuss Barry Svrluga's (The Washington Post) article on why recent events are more telling than ever that the Lerner family should be looking to sell the Washington Nationals franchise.

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Charlie Slowes on Nats Youth Breakthrough Sep 12, 2023

Episode 84, Segment 2 -- Charlie Slowes, the radio play by play voice of the Washington Nationals joins Bustin' Loose Baseball, where he breaks down performances from the Nats young rising stars such as CJ Abrams, Keibert Ruiz, and more! Plus, he provides his thoughts on why Josiah Gray may be struggling down the stretch, and the possibility of a top pitching prospect joining the rotation soon.

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On Second Thought...; Jacob Young on His First Career Walk-off; Britt Ghiroli Details Nats Front Office Moves Sep 08, 2023

Episode 83, FULL SHOW -- In what has already been an odd last couple of weeks for the Nationals, Thursday's news just made things even weirder. The Nationals postponed Stephen Strasburg's originally scheduled retirement press conference that was set for this weekend, with reports that the team is still working out the terms of the retirement with the former World Series MVP. Grant & Tobi try to figure out what's going on with the Nats and Strasburg, and how the continued delay in Mike Rizzo's contract extension raises even more concerns for fans of the team; OF Jacob Young, a former 7th round pick of the Nationals, has risen through the ranks of the minor leagues, and arrived to the big league club a couple weeks ago as the 29th prospect in the Nationals minor league system. Wednesday Night, his multi-hit effort sent fans home happy as he recorded his first career walk-off hit vs the Mets. He joined Grant Paulsen on 106.7 The Fan to talk about his time so far in the majors, his journey through the Minors, and more!; Britt Ghiroli of The Athletic broke the news earlier this week that a number of scouts and members of Mike Rizzo's staff were not being retained by the Nationals. She joined Grant Paulsen & Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan to detail the story and discuss what this means for the future of not only Mike Rizzo, but the Lerner family and their ownership of the franchise. Plus, final thoughts as the Los Angeles Dodgers come to DC for a weekend series with the Nats.

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On Second Thought... Sep 08, 2023

Episode 83, Segment 1 -- In what has already been an odd last couple of weeks for the Nationals, Thursday's news just made things even weirder. The Nationals postponed Stephen Strasburg's originally scheduled retirement press conference that was set for this weekend, with reports that the team is still working out the terms of the retirement with the former World Series MVP. Grant & Tobi try to figure out what's going on with the Nats and Strasburg, and how the continued delay in Mike Rizzo's contract extension raises even more concerns for fans of the team.

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Jacob Young on His First Career Walk-off Sep 08, 2023

Episode 83, Segment 2 -- OF Jacob Young, a former 7th round pick of the Nationals, has risen through the ranks of the minor leagues, and arrived to the big league club a couple weeks ago as the 29th prospect in the Nationals minor league system. Wednesday Night, his multi-hit effort sent fans home happy as he recorded his first career walk-off hit vs the Mets. He joined Grant Paulsen on 106.7 The Fan to talk about his time so far in the majors, his journey through the Minors, and more!

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Britt Ghiroli Details Nats Front Office Moves Sep 08, 2023

Episode 83, Segment 3 -- Britt Ghiroli of The Athletic broke the news earlier this week that a number of scouts and members of Mike Rizzo's staff were not being retained by the Nationals. She joined Grant Paulsen & Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan to detail the story and discuss what this means for the future of not only Mike Rizzo, but the Lerner family and their ownership of the franchise. Plus, final thoughts as the Los Angeles Dodgers come to DC for a weekend series with the Nats.

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Uncharacteristic Tendencies; Front Office Shake Up; Minor League Power Sep 06, 2023

Episode 82, FULL SHOW -- The Nats are as cold as they've been all season, as they get swept by Miami, and get off to a slow start in a short series versus New York. But amidst the struggles of the team as a whole, is the continued regression of All-Star Pitcher Josiah Gray reaching high levels of concern? Grant & Tobi discuss how his disappointing 2nd half of the season could be effecting him emotionally, and why it may be time to skip a start for the young right hander; We patiently await the news that Mike Rizzo has signed an extension to remain in the Front Office of the Washington Nationals. But meanwhile, one long time member of Rizzo's staff resigned this past weekend. What signals does this resignation send, and should it have us worried that Mike Rizzo is considering moving on from the franchise?; Grant & Tobi talk recent performances in the Minor Leagues from Nats top prospects Brady House and Elijah Green, who both hit HRs for the first time in a long time. Plus, why we were robbed of a chance to see Dylan Crews faceoff with his former LSU teammate Paul Skenes.

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Uncharacteristic Tendencies Sep 06, 2023

Episode 82, Segment 1 -- The Nats are as cold as they've been all season, as they get swept by Miami, and get off to a slow start in a short series versus New York. But amidst the struggles of the team as a whole, is the continued regression of All-Star Pitcher Josiah Gray reaching high levels of concern? Grant & Tobi discuss how his disappointing 2nd half of the season could be effecting him emotionally, and why it may be time to skip a start for the young right hander.

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Front Office Shake Up Sep 06, 2023

Episode 82, Segment 2 -- We patiently await the news that Mike Rizzo has signed an extension to remain in the Front Office of the Washington Nationals. But meanwhile, one long time member of Rizzo's staff resigned this past weekend. What signals does this resignation send, and should it have us worried that Mike Rizzo is considering moving on from the franchise?

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Minor League Power Sep 06, 2023

Episode 82, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi talk recent performances in the Minor Leagues from Nats top prospects Brady House and Elijah Green, who both hit HRs for the first time in a long time. Plus, why we were robbed of a chance to see Dylan Crews faceoff with his former LSU teammate Paul Skenes.

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How "See You Later" became Bob Carpenter's go-to home run call | 'The PBP: Voices of Baseball' Sep 02, 2023

From 'The PBP: Voices of Baseball' (subscribe here): Nationals TV voice Bob Carpenter describes how "See You Later!" became his go-to home run call.

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Cooling Off; Small Sample Size; Minor League Check-In Sep 01, 2023

Episode 81, FULL SHOW -- The Nats finally return home after completing a 5-4 road trip. But the back half of the road trip saw the offense of the Nationals start to cool off. Will a home stand help the Nats bats heat back up? Or will it take some September call ups to provide a much needed spark?; Recent call ups by IF Carter Kieboom and OF Jacob Young have provided some spark to an offense that has cooled off in recent weeks. Grant and Tobi discuss whether their small sample sized contributions lead to anything to be excited for going forward, or if you should temper expectations; Grant & Tobi check in on recent performances from some of the top prospects with the Nationals Minor League Affiliates, including Yohandy Morales, Andrew Pickney, Cristhian Vaquero, Mitchell Parker, DJ Herz, & more!

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Cooling Off Sep 01, 2023

Episode 81, Segment 1 -- The Nats finally return home after completing a 5-4 road trip. But the back half of the road trip saw the offense of the Nationals start to cool off. Will a home stand help the Nats bats heat back up? Or will it take some September call ups to provide a much needed spark?

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Small Sample Size Sep 01, 2023

Episode 81, Segment 2 -- Recent call ups by IF Carter Kieboom and OF Jacob Young have provided some spark to an offense that has cooled off in recent weeks. Grant and Tobi discuss whether their small sample sized contributions lead to anything to be excited for going forward, or if you should temper expectations.

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Minor League Check-In Sep 01, 2023

Episode 81, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi check in on recent performances from some of the top prospects with the Nationals Minor League Affiliates, including Yohandy Morales, Andrew Pickney, Cristhian Vaquero, Mitchell Parker, DJ Herz, & more!

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Living The Life As The Guys Traded For Juan Soto | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' Aug 31, 2023

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): MacKenzie Gore and CJ Abrams will forever share a few experiences. Both were high first-round picks by the San Diego Padres. And each were involved in one of the biggest trades in recent memory for Juan Soto. Rob Bradford caught up with each of the current Washington Nationals to discuss their paths and pressures since being identified as a big part of the Nats' foundation.

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What's Your Lead?; Enough Stuff?; Run Abrams Run Aug 29, 2023

Episode 80, FULL SHOW -- After a busy news week for the Nationals last week, all seems much calmer in NatsTown this week. Grant & Tobi open up this weeks episode of Bustin Loose Baseball with their top story that they are keeping their eyes out for as the season winds down, including why Mike Rizzo remains without a contract extension, and what to look for from recent call ups in OF Jacob Young and C Drew Millas; Monday Night in Toronto saw SP Josiah Gray struggle again to get deep into a game, as high pitch counts and high walk totals have plagued Gray since the All-Star break. Grant & Tobi analyze the numbers and discuss why having a start skipped may help the young All-star bounce back and finish the season on a positive note; It's been an electric second half of the season for SS CJ Abrams in 2023. After swiping another 3 stolen bases on Monday Night in Toronto, Grant & Tobi breakdown CJ Abrams total numbers since being moved to the leadoff spot, and how it has opened up his ability to become one of the elite base stealers in all of baseball.

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What's Your Lead? Aug 29, 2023

Episode 80, Segment 1 -- After a busy news week for the Nationals last week, all seems much calmer in NatsTown this week. Grant & Tobi open up this weeks episode of Bustin Loose Baseball with their top story that they are keeping their eyes out for as the season winds down, including why Mike Rizzo remains without a contract extension, and what to look for from recent call ups in OF Jacob Young and C Drew Millas.

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Enough Stuff? Aug 29, 2023

Episode 80, Segment 2 -- Monday Night in Toronto saw SP Josiah Gray struggle again to get deep into a game, as high pitch counts and high walk totals have plagued Gray since the All-Star break. Grant & Tobi analyze the numbers and discuss why having a start skipped may help the young All-star bounce back and finish the season on a positive note.

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Run Abrams Run Aug 29, 2023

Episode 80, Segment 3 -- It's been an electric second half of the season for SS CJ Abrams in 2023. After swiping another 3 stolen bases on Monday Night in Toronto, Grant & Tobi breakdown CJ Abrams total numbers since being moved to the leadoff spot, and how it has opened up his ability to become one of the elite base stealers in all of baseball.

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Stephen Strasburg Set to Retire; Nats Win in NY, Lose Stone Garrett; Barry Svrluga Reflects on Strasburg's Impact Aug 25, 2023

Episode 79, FULL SHOW -- News broke on Thursday afternoon via Barry Svrluga of The Washington Post that Nationals World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg will retire next month at Nationals Park. While many expected that Strasburg could retire due to various battles with injuries, the news comes down on what has already been a big news week for the Nationals. Grant & Tobi reflect on the highs and lows of the illustrious career of the Nationals 1st Overall pick in 2009, Stephen Strasburg; The Nats start their long road trip with yet another series win as they take 2 of 3 from the New York Yankees. But it came at a price as OF Stone Garrett left game 2 of the series with a serious leg injury that left his teammates and fans devastated for him. Grant & Tobi look back at the scene from Wednesday night. Plus, new rumors are swirling around league circles revolving Mike Rizzo being connected to open positions with the Chicago White Sox front office. Could Rizzo really choose to leave DC for Chicago?; Barry Svrluga of The Washington Post broke the story that Stephen Strasburg is set to retire. He joined Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan on Thursday to reflect on the impact that Strasburg had on DC Sports, and Professional Baseball in the Nation's Capital. Plus, final thoughts from Grant & Tobi after a busy news week for the Nats.

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Stephen Strasburg Set to Retire Aug 25, 2023

Episode 79, Segment 1 -- News broke on Thursday afternoon via Barry Svrluga of The Washington Post that Nationals World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg will retire next month at Nationals Park. While many expected that Strasburg could retire due to various battles with injuries, the news comes down on what has already been a big news week for the Nationals. Grant & Tobi reflect on the highs and lows of the illustrious career of the Nationals 1st Overall pick in 2009, Stephen Strasburg.

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Nats Win in NY, Lose Stone Garrett Aug 25, 2023

Episode 79, Segment 2 -- The Nats start their long road trip with yet another series win as they take 2 of 3 from the New York Yankees. But it came at a price as OF Stone Garrett left game 2 of the series with a serious leg injury that left his teammates and fans devastated for him. Grant & Tobi look back at the scene from Wednesday night. Plus, new rumors are swirling around league circles revolving Mike Rizzo being connected to open positions with the Chicago White Sox front office. Could Rizzo really choose to leave DC for Chicago?

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Barry Svrluga Reflects on Strasburg's Impact Aug 25, 2023

Episode 79, Segment 3 -- Barry Svrluga of The Washington Post broke the story that Stephen Strasburg is set to retire. He joined Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan on Thursday to reflect on the impact that Strasburg had on DC Sports, and Professional Baseball in the Nation's Capital. Plus, final thoughts from Grant & Tobi after a busy news week for the Nats.

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Davey Martinez Gets Contract Extension; Rizzo Awaits Extension + Ownership Questions Still Loom; Development is Key Aug 22, 2023

Episode 78, FULL SHOW -- Monday afternoon saw the announcement that the Washington Nationals and Manager Davey Martinez reached an agreement on a contract extension, keeping Davey in Washington through at least the 2025 season. Grant & Tobi explain how this is the right move for the current state of the franchise, and how Davey earned his way to remaining the Managerial face and voice of the Nats rebuild; While not yet official, it is expected that Mike Rizzo will receive a similar contract extension to Manager Davey Martinez. Grant & Tobi evaluate Mike Rizzo's long tenure with the Nationals, and question when we will next hear about a potential sale of the team to new ownership; Grant & Tobi reflect on some of the highs of the rebuild process for the Nationals, and how developing their young talent has been key while the team isn't spending money on high-priced Free Agent additions.

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Davey Martinez Gets Contract Extension Aug 22, 2023

Episode 78, Segment 1 -- Monday afternoon saw the announcement that the Washington Nationals and Manager Davey Martinez reached an agreement on a contract extension, keeping Davey in Washington through at least the 2025 season. Grant & Tobi explain how this is the right move for the current state of the franchise, and how Davey earned his way to remaining the Managerial face and voice of the Nats rebuild.

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Rizzo Awaits Extension + Ownership Questions Still Loom Aug 22, 2023

Episode 78, Segment 2 -- While not yet official, it is expected that Mike Rizzo will receive a similar contract extension to Manager Davey Martinez. Grant & Tobi evaluate Mike Rizzo's long tenure with the Nationals, and question when we will next hear about a potential sale of the team to new ownership.

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Development is Key Aug 22, 2023

Episode 78, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi reflect on some of the highs of the rebuild process for the Nationals, and how developing their young talent has been key while the team isn't spending money on high-priced Free Agent additions.

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Crews Promoted to Harrisburg; Other Movers & Shakers; Nats Shine in Little League Classic Aug 21, 2023

Episode 77, FULL SHOW -- After a successful 14 game run with the Fredericksburg Nationals, the Number 2 Overall pick of the 2023 Draft is moving on up. The Nationals announced on Sunday that OF Dylan Crews has been promoted to Double-A Harrisburg. Grant & Tobi breakdown what this means for each level of the minor league system, why he skips High-A Wilmington, and what this means for Crews' path to the Major Leagues; The promotion of Dylan Crews wasn't the only big move in the Nationals Minor League system announced on Sunday. Two additional members of the Nats 2023 Draft Class are making their way from Low-A Fredericksburg to High-A Wilmington this week. And Grant and Tobi try to figure out when Elijah Green will make his return to Low-A, and if Cristhian Vaquero is ready to make his highly anticipated system debut; The Nationals concluded their weekend series with the Phillies as they took the field for a nationally televised neutral site game in Williamsport, PA for the Annual MLB Little League Classic. And they showed well, pouncing on Phillies SP Zach Wheeler for 4 early runs, and pitching their way to a 4-3 victory to win the series. Grant & Tobi recap all the best from the Nats participation in the annual event. Plus, other highlights from a great weekend for Nationals baseball.

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Crews Promoted to Harrisburg Aug 21, 2023

Episode 77, Segment 1 -- After a successful 14 game run with the Fredericksburg Nationals, the Number 2 Overall pick of the 2023 Draft is moving on up. The Nationals announced on Sunday that OF Dylan Crews has been promoted to Double-A Harrisburg. Grant & Tobi breakdown what this means for each level of the minor league system, why he skips High-A Wilmington, and what this means for Crews' path to the Major Leagues.

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Other Movers & Shakers Aug 21, 2023

Episode 77, Segment 2 -- The promotion of Dylan Crews wasn't the only big move in the Nationals Minor League system announced on Sunday. Two additional members of the Nats 2023 Draft Class are making their way from Low-A Fredericksburg to High-A Wilmington this week. And Grant and Tobi try to figure out when Elijah Green will make his return to Low-A, and if Cristhian Vaquero is ready to make his highly anticipated system debut.

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Nats Shine in Little League Classic Aug 21, 2023

Episode 77, Segment 3 -- The Nationals concluded their weekend series with the Phillies as they took the field for a nationally televised neutral site game in Williamsport, PA for the Annual MLB Little League Classic. And they showed well, pouncing on Phillies SP Zach Wheeler for 4 early runs, and pitching their way to a 4-3 victory to win the series. Grant & Tobi recap all the best from the Nats participation in the annual event. Plus, other highlights from a great weekend for Nationals baseball.

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Witnessing Success of a Rebuild; Standouts of the Week; CJ Abrams & MacKenzie Gore Join BLB Aug 18, 2023

Episode 76, FULL SHOW -- Another home series, another home series victory for the Nats. After taking 2 of 3 from the Boston Red Sox, the Nationals have reached their season win total from a year ago with 40 games remaining in the season. Grant & Tobi look into the key elements of what has made the Nats rebuild a success so far in the 2023 season. Grant & Tobi highlight some surprise performances across the organization this week, including hot streaks from Stone Garrett, Riley Adams, DJ Herz, and the return of Jake Bennett; Tobi caught up with CJ Abrams in the Nationals Locker Room earlier this week to discuss what has clicked since moving to the leadoff spot for the 2nd year Shortstop. Then, Nats LHP MacKenzie Gore joined Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan, the day after his dominant start against the Boston Red Sox.

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Witnessing Success of a Rebuild Aug 18, 2023

Episode 76, Segment 1 -- Another home series, another home series victory for the Nats. After taking 2 of 3 from the Boston Red Sox, the Nationals have reached their season win total from a year ago with 40 games remaining in the season. Grant & Tobi look into the key elements of what has made the Nats rebuild a success so far in the 2023 season.

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Standouts of the Week Aug 18, 2023

Episode 76, Segment 2 -- Grant & Tobi highlight some surprise performances across the organization this week, including hot streaks from Stone Garrett, Riley Adams, DJ Herz, and the return of Jake Bennett.

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CJ Abrams & MacKenzie Gore Join BLB Aug 18, 2023

Episode 76, Segment 3 -- Tobi caught up with CJ Abrams in the Nationals Locker Room earlier this week to discuss what has clicked since moving to the leadoff spot for the 2nd year Shortstop. Then, Nats LHP MacKenzie Gore joined Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan, the day after his dominant start against the Boston Red Sox.

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The Incredible Story Of Red Sox Catcher-Turned-Nationals Reliever Jordan Weems | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' Aug 16, 2023

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): The story of Jordan Weems is one that every baseball player should listen to. The former third-round pick - taken one round before Mookie Betts by the Red Sox in 2011 - who hadn't pitched since Little League, asked to live life on the mound because of his troubles at a position player. Seven years later, Weems lands as once of the best relief pitchers in the game, blowing hitters away with a 99 mph fastball for the Nationals. Rob Bradford sits down with Weems to reflect on his inspirational path.

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Walk-Off Weekend in DC; Crews Gets Hot; Getting to Know Yohandy Morales Aug 15, 2023

Episode 75, FULL SHOW -- It was an entertaining weekend for those that made it to Nationals Park, as the Nats pulled off not only one, but two comeback victories over the Oakland Athletics to complete yet another sweep. Grant & Tobi breakdown how the Nats overcame a five run 9th inning deficit on Sunday, and what exactly makes this Nationals team so "scrappy". Plus, progress reports on Josiah Gray and MacKenzie Gore with just over 40 games remaining in the 2023 season; In this weeks Minor League Check-in, Grant & Tobi highlight the Carolina League Player of the Week, Nats #1 Prospect Dylan Crews, as he churned out big numbers in his first full week with the Fredericksburg Nationals. Plus, updates on James Wood and Brady House, and the latest from Elijah Green's rehab stint in the Florida Complex League; The Nationals selected University of Miami (FL) 3B Yohandy Morales with the 40th overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft. The now ranked 7th Prospect in the Nationals Minor League system joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to detail his journey to the MLB Draft, playing with other members of his draft class, and the development of both his bat and glove.

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Walk-Off Weekend in DC Aug 15, 2023

Episode 75, Segment 1 -- It was an entertaining weekend for those that made it to Nationals Park, as the Nats pulled off not only one, but two comeback victories over the Oakland Athletics to complete yet another sweep. Grant & Tobi breakdown how the Nats overcame a five run 9th inning deficit on Sunday, and what exactly makes this Nationals team so "scrappy". Plus, progress reports on Josiah Gray and MacKenzie Gore with just over 40 games remaining in the 2023 season.

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Crews Gets Hot Aug 15, 2023

Episode 75, Segment 2 -- In this weeks Minor League Check-in, Grant & Tobi highlight the Carolina League Player of the Week, Nats #1 Prospect Dylan Crews, as he churned out big numbers in his first full week with the Fredericksburg Nationals. Plus, updates on James Wood and Brady House, and the latest from Elijah Green's rehab stint in the Florida Complex League.

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Getting to Know Yohandy Morales Aug 15, 2023

Episode 75, Segment 3 -- The Nationals selected University of Miami (FL) 3B Yohandy Morales with the 40th overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft. The now ranked 7th Prospect in the Nationals Minor League system joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to detail his journey to the MLB Draft, playing with other members of his draft class, and the development of both his bat and glove.

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State of the Nationals; Newest Top Prospect Rankings Revealed; To The Comment Section Aug 11, 2023

Episode 74, FULL SHOW -- This edition of Bustin' Loose Baseball opens with a quick recap of the first No-Hitter suffered by the Nationals since before the Montreal Expos moved to the Nations Capital. Then, Grant & Tobi dive into a conversation started back in Episode 73. Would you bring back President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo and Manager Davey Martinez? Each was an integral part of the Nationals World Series in 2019, but with their contracts both coming to an end, questions arise if either or both will remain with the organization in the future; MLB Pipeline revealed it's latest Top 100 Prospects list, and fresh Top 30 Prospects lists for each MLB club. Grant & Tobi assess where Dylan Crews slots in as a member of the Nationals, as well as the biggest risers and fallers in the Nats Minor League system; Grant & Tobi read your comments and reviews from our podcast page, and answer some of your burning questions about the Nationals. If you want your comment or question read on the podcast, leave us a written review wherever you get your podcast and we'll shout you out on an upcoming episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball!

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State of the Nationals Aug 11, 2023

Episode 74, Segment 1 -- This edition of Bustin' Loose Baseball opens with a quick recap of the first No-Hitter suffered by the Nationals since before the Montreal Expos moved to the Nations Capital. Then, Grant & Tobi dive into a conversation started back in Episode 73. Would you bring back President of Baseball Operations Mike Rizzo and Manager Davey Martinez? Each was an integral part of the Nationals World Series in 2019, but with their contracts both coming to an end, questions arise if either or both will remain with the organization in the future.

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Newest Top Prospect Rankings Revealed Aug 11, 2023

Episode 74, Segment 2 -- MLB Pipeline revealed it's latest Top 100 Prospects list, and fresh Top 30 Prospects lists for each MLB club. Grant & Tobi assess where Dylan Crews slots in as a member of the Nationals, as well as the biggest risers and fallers in the Nats Minor League system.

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To The Comment Section Aug 11, 2023

Episode 74, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi read your comments and reviews from our podcast page, and answer some of your burning questions about the Nationals. If you want your comment or question read on the podcast, leave us a written review wherever you get your podcast and we'll shout you out on an upcoming episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball!

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Revenge of the Nats; Field Trip to FXBG; The Best of the Rest Aug 08, 2023

Episode 73, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals fell victim to a sweep by the Reds back in early July on home field. But this past weekend, the Nats got their revenge, sweeping the Reds in three games in Cincinnati. Grant & Tobi breakdown the Nats recent hot streak, including winning 11 of their last 16 games, quality pitching performances from Joan Adon and Jake Irvin, a resurgent bullpen, and a batting duo at the top of the order that is starting to click in CJ Abrams and Lane Thomas; The Bustin' Loose Baseball crew took a field trip down I-95 to Virginia Credit Union Stadium to see the debut of Nationals #2 Overall Pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, Dylan Crews. And while it didn't go the way Crews may have wanted it to, there was still plenty of things to like about his much-anticipated debut. Grant, Tobi and Producer Darris detail their trip to Fredericksburg and Crews' first weekend as a Professional Baseball Player; Grant & Tobi continue to breakdown Bustin' Loose Baseball's field trip to Fredericksburg this past weekend, as they recall performances from other Nats 2023 draft picks that played for the FredNats, including 3B Yohandy Morales and OF Andrew Pinckney, who was named the Carolina League Player of the Week. Plus, we move up to Double-A and check in on the Eastern League Player of the Week, INF Trey Lipscomb, and the latest on 2B Luis Garcia as he begins his stint in Triple-A Rochester.

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Revenge of the Nats Aug 08, 2023

Episode 73, Segment 1 -- The Nationals fell victim to a sweep by the Reds back in early July on home field. But this past weekend, the Nats got their revenge, sweeping the Reds in three games in Cincinnati. Grant & Tobi breakdown the Nats recent hot streak, including winning 11 of their last 16 games, quality pitching performances from Joan Adon and Jake Irvin, a resurgent bullpen, and a batting duo at the top of the order that is starting to click in CJ Abrams and Lane Thomas.

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Field Trip to FXBG Aug 08, 2023

Episode 73, Segment 2 -- The Bustin' Loose Baseball crew took a field trip down I-95 to Virginia Credit Union Stadium to see the debut of Nationals #2 Overall Pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, Dylan Crews. And while it didn't go the way Crews may have wanted it to, there was still plenty of things to like about his much-anticipated debut. Grant, Tobi and Producer Darris detail their trip to Fredericksburg and Crews' first weekend as a Professional Baseball Player.

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The Best of the Rest Aug 08, 2023

Episode 73, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi continue to breakdown Bustin' Loose Baseball's field trip to Fredericksburg this past weekend, as they recall performances from other Nats 2023 draft picks that played for the FredNats, including 3B Yohandy Morales and OF Andrew Pinckney, who was named the Carolina League Player of the Week. Plus, we move up to Double-A and check in on the Eastern League Player of the Week, INF Trey Lipscomb, and the latest on 2B Luis Garcia as he begins his stint in Triple-A Rochester.

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Walk-Offs, Promotions & Demotions; FredNats Welcoming Crews; Minor League Check-In Aug 04, 2023

Episode 72, FULL SHOW -- Wednesday was an active one for the Nationals, on the field and in the front offices. Following a wild walk-off win over the Brewers, the Nats announced the release of OF Corey Dickerson, the demotion of 2B Luis Garcia, and the promotion of OF Blake Rutherford and INF Jeter Downs. Grant & Tobi breakdown the impressive start for MacKenzie Gore in the win over the Brewers, and discuss what the demotion of Luis Garcia means for his future, and what to know about Rutherford and Downs who are in line to debut over the weekend; The much-anticipated debut for the 2023 Number 2 overall pick OF Dylan Crews is finally set for this Saturday with the Fredericksburg Nationals. Grant & Tobi take a look his Florida Coast League debut, and predict what the rest of his 2023 season could look like beyond his FredNats debut; Grant & Tobi spin around the rest of the Nationals Minor League System, highlighting recent big performances from OF James Wood, 3B Brady House, and INF Trey Lipscomb. Plus, final thoughts ahead of a weekend series for the Nationals in Cincinnati.

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Walk-Offs, Promotions & Demotions Aug 04, 2023

Episode 72, Segment 1 -- Wednesday was an active one for the Nationals, on the field and in the front offices. Following a wild walk-off win over the Brewers, the Nats announced the release of OF Corey Dickerson, the demotion of 2B Luis Garcia, and the promotion of OF Blake Rutherford and INF Jeter Downs. Grant & Tobi breakdown the impressive start for MacKenzie Gore in the win over the Brewers, and discuss what the demotion of Luis Garcia means for his future, and what to know about Rutherford and Downs who are in line to debut over the weekend.

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FredNats Welcoming Crews Aug 04, 2023

Episode 72, Segment 2 -- The much-anticipated debut for the 2023 Number 2 overall pick OF Dylan Crews is finally set for this Saturday with the Fredericksburg Nationals. Grant & Tobi take a look his Florida Coast League debut, and predict what the rest of his 2023 season could look like beyond his FredNats debut.

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Minor League Check-In Aug 04, 2023

Episode 72, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi spin around the rest of the Nationals Minor League System, highlighting recent big performances from OF James Wood, 3B Brady House, and INF Trey Lipscomb. Plus, final thoughts ahead of a weekend series for the Nationals in Cincinnati.

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Jeimer Candelario Traded to Chicago; Kyler Glaser on the Trade Return; Mick Gillispie Talks DJ Herz Aug 01, 2023

Episode 71, FULL SHOW -- Grant and Tobi react to the news that 3B Jeimer Candelario was traded to the Chicago Cubs on Monday evening, with two top 20 prospects returning from the Cubs system. We break down everything you need to know about LHP DJ Herz and INF Kevin Made, and remember the best moments from Jeimer Candelario's stint as a member of the Washington Nationals; Kyle Glaser of Baseball America returns to Bustin' Loose Baseball, this time to breakdown the trade between the Cubs and Nationals that sent 3B Jeimer Candelario to Chicago. Glaser provides a national outlook on what to expect from new Nats prospects LHP DJ Herz and INF Kevin Made, and if Nats fans should expect any additional moves ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline; One half of the return for Jeimer Candelario was LHP DJ Herz, who has spent his 2023 campaign with the Cubs Double-A Affiliate, the Tennessee Smokies. The voice of the Smokies, Mick Gillispie joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to give his insight on the 22 year old lefty and what his outlook could be with the Nats. Then, we close out this episode with Grant and Tobi's final thoughts as we approach the final hours before the MLB Trade Deadline.

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Jeimer Candelerio Traded to Chicago Aug 01, 2023

Episode 71, Segment 1 -- Grant and Tobi react to the news that 3B Jeimer Candelario was traded to the Chicago Cubs on Monday evening, with two top 20 prospects returning from the Cubs system. We break down everything you need to know about LHP DJ Herz and INF Kevin Made, and remember the best moments from Jeimer Candelario's stint as a member of the Washington Nationals.

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Kyle Glaser on the Trade Return Aug 01, 2023

Episode 71, Segment 2 -- Kyle Glaser of Baseball America returns to Bustin' Loose Baseball, this time to breakdown the trade between the Cubs and Nationals that sent 3B Jeimer Candelario to Chicago. Glaser provides a national outlook on what to expect from new Nats prospects LHP DJ Herz and INF Kevin Made, and if Nats fans should expect any additional moves ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline.

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Mick Gillispie Talks DJ Herz Aug 01, 2023

Episode 71, Segment 3 -- One half of the return for Jeimer Candelario was LHP DJ Herz, who has spent his 2023 campaign with the Cubs Double-A Affiliate, the Tennessee Smokies. The voice of the Smokies, Mick Gillispie joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to give his insight on the 22 year old lefty and what his outlook could be with the Nats. Then, we close out this episode with Grant and Tobi's final thoughts as we approach the final hours before the MLB Trade Deadline.

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Sellers Seeking Buyers; Best Time to Trade Him is Never; Putting on a Shohei Jul 28, 2023

Episode 70, FULL SHOW -- With only one full series remaining before the MLB Trade Deadline on August 1st, Grant & Tobi get you prepared as to who the Nationals may have on the trade block. Plus a quick recap of the 5-1 home stand where the Nationals took down the Giants and Rockies over the last 6 games; As the trade deadline rumors begin swirling across the league, it turns out that the San Diego Padres could be listening to offers for former Nationals World Series Champion Juan Soto. But do Nats fans care what happens to Soto anymore? Or are fans still following the once beloved All-Star?; We can't help but to spend a few minutes talking about the incredible player that Shohei Ohtani has been this season. On Thursday in a double header vs Detroit, the league's only Two-Way player pitched a complete game shutout in Game 1, and followed up Game 2 with a 2 HR performance. Grant & Tobi marvel over the talent of the Angels superstar. Plus, we close out this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball by kindly asking former Nationals to stop coming to division rivals.

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Sellers Seeking Buyers Jul 28, 2023

Episode 70, Segment 1 -- With only one full series remaining before the MLB Trade Deadline on August 1st, Grant & Tobi get you prepared as to who the Nationals may have on the trade block. Plus a quick recap of the 5-1 home stand where the Nationals took down the Giants and Rockies over the last 6 games.

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Best Time to Trade Him is Never Jul 28, 2023

Episode 70, Segment 2 -- As the trade deadline rumors begin swirling across the league, it turns out that the San Diego Padres could be listening to offers for former Nationals World Series Champion Juan Soto. But do Nats fans care what happens to Soto anymore? Or are fans still following the once beloved All-Star?

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Putting on a Shohei Jul 28, 2023

Episode 70, Segment 3 -- We can't help but to spend a few minutes talking about the incredible player that Shohei Ohtani has been this season. On Thursday in a double header vs Detroit, the league's only Two-Way player pitched a complete game shutout in Game 1, and followed up Game 2 with a 2 HR performance. Grant & Tobi marvel over the talent of the Angels superstar. Plus, we close out this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball by kindly asking former Nationals to stop coming to division rivals.

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Dust Off The Brooms; Introducing Dylan Crews; Keith Law Assesses The Nats Future Jul 24, 2023

Episode 69, FULL SHOW -- For the first time since June 2021, the Washington Nationals have completed a three game series sweep of a team! Behind great pitching performances and exciting offense, the Nats took it to the San Francisco Giants. Grant & Tobi breakdown all the best from the weekend series, and continue to be impressed by CJ Abrams; Saturday afternoon, the Nationals introduced Dylan Crews to the media. Listen to the entire press conference right here, featuring Crews, his Agent Scott Boras, and Nationals GM Mike Rizzo; Keith Law of The Athletic joined Tobi Altizer on 106.7 The Fan over the weekend to discuss the state of the Nationals with as Dylan Crews and the entire 2023 draft class now in the fold. Plus, he provided his thoughts on current young players, including the recent surge by CJ Abrams.

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Dust Off The Brooms Jul 24, 2023

Episode 69, Segment 1 -- For the first time since June 2021, the Washington Nationals have completed a three game series sweep of a team! Behind great pitching performances and exciting offense, the Nats took it to the San Francisco Giants. Grant & Tobi breakdown all the best from the weekend series, and continue to be impressed by CJ Abrams.

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Introducing Dylan Crews Jul 24, 2023

Episode 69, Segment 2 -- Saturday afternoon, the Nationals introduced Dylan Crews to the media. Listen to the entire press conference right here, featuring Crews, his Agent Scott Boras, and Nationals GM Mike Rizzo.

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Keith Law Assesses The Nats Future Jul 24, 2023

Episode 69, Segment 3 -- Keith Law of The Athletic joined Tobi Altizer on 106.7 The Fan over the weekend to discuss the state of the Nationals with as Dylan Crews and the entire 2023 draft class now in the fold. Plus, he provided his thoughts on current young players, including the recent surge by CJ Abrams.

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Yes You Candy; Bullpen Woes; Promotion Day Jul 20, 2023

Episode 68, FULL SHOW -- Jeimer Candelario returned to the lineup after missing a couple of games with a wrist injury, and he picked up where he left off. The Nats 3B continues to slug, and appears to be the top position player candidate to be traded. Grant & Tobi open up this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball discussing the expectation that Candelario could be gone well before the trade deadline, but could be primed to return to the roster again in 2024 as a free agent. (2:00) Plus, Grant & Tobi are excited to see SS CJ Abrams putting his speed to use, and strike some similarities in his game to a former Nationals Shortstop (15:30); After various solid stretches throughout the first half of the season, where it seemed the bullpen could hold itself together, the opening road trip post All-Star Break has proved that isn't quite the case, and that it may only get worse. Grant & Tobi discuss why the trade deadline will be the key for what to expect from the Nats relievers, as they scramble to find arms to help finish games in 2023 (25:00); A couple of the Nats top prospects received promotions this week, as 3B Brady House moves up to Double-A, and OF Daylen Lile moves up to High-A. Tobi details seeing Brady House in action in his Double-A debut earlier this week, and breakdown what the promotion means for the young Infielder's timeline (35:00). Plus, Grant and Tobi talk about the internet's latest obsession, The Immaculate Grid (46:00).

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Yes You Candy Jul 20, 2023

Episode 68, Segment 1 -- Jeimer Candelario returned to the lineup after missing a couple of games with a wrist injury, and he picked up where he left off. The Nats 3B continues to slug, and appears to be the top position player candidate to be traded. Grant & Tobi open up this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball discussing the expectation that Candelario could be gone well before the trade deadline, but could be primed to return to the roster again in 2024 as a free agent. Plus, Grant & Tobi are excited to see SS CJ Abrams putting his speed to use, and strike some similarities in his game to a former Nationals Shortstop.

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Bullpen Woes Jul 20, 2023

Episode 68, Segment 2 -- After various solid stretches throughout the first half of the season, where it seemed the bullpen could hold itself together, the opening road trip post All-Star Break has proved that isn't quite the case, and that it may only get worse. Grant & Tobi discuss why the trade deadline will be the key for what to expect from the Nats relievers, as they scramble to find arms to help finish games in 2023.

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Promotion Day Jul 20, 2023

Episode 68, Segment 3 -- A couple of the Nats top prospects received promotions this week, as 3B Brady House moves up to Double-A, and OF Daylen Lile moves up to High-A. Tobi details seeing Brady House in action in his Double-A debut earlier this week, and breakdown what the promotion means for the young Infielder's timeline. Plus, Grant and Tobi talk about the internet's latest obsession, The Immaculate Grid.

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Abrams the Leadoff Guy; Second Half Expectations; Keith Law Talks Dylan Crews Jul 17, 2023

Episode 67, FULL SHOW -- Right before the All-Star Break, Nationals Manager Davey Martinez made the move to slide SS CJ Abrams up to the top of the batting order, and so far, it has paid off. CJ Abrams has been hot since moving into the leadoff spot, landing him an NL Player of the Week Award (award was announced after the taping of this podcast). Grant & Tobi analyze CJ Abrams' recent breakout and his outlook as the leadoff hitter potentially for the remainder of the season; As the Nats jump into their post All-Star Break schedule, Grant & Tobi discuss which Nats they are watching to have key performances and development in the proverbial second half of the season. Plus, which players they expect will be increasing their trade value as the trade deadline approaches toward the end of the month; Keith Law covers the MLB for The Athletic and joined Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan to talk about the Nationals addition of Dylan Crews, and take a look back at the haul from the Juan Soto trade that took place just about a year ago.

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Abrams The Leadoff Guy Jul 17, 2023

Episode 67, Segment 1 -- Right before the All-Star Break, Nationals Manager Davey Martinez made the move to slide SS CJ Abrams up to the top of the batting order, and so far, it has paid off. CJ Abrams has been hot since moving into the leadoff spot, landing him an NL Player of the Week Award (award was announced after the taping of this podcast). Grant & Tobi analyze CJ Abrams' recent breakout and his outlook as the leadoff hitter potentially for the remainder of the season.

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Second Half Expectations Jul 17, 2023

Episode 67, Segment 2 -- As the Nats jump into their post All-Star Break schedule, Grant & Tobi discuss which Nats they are watching to have key performances and development in the proverbial second half of the season. Plus, which players they expect will be increasing their trade value as the trade deadline approaches toward the end of the month.

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Keith Law Talks Dylan Crews Jul 17, 2023

Episode 67, Segment 3 -- Keith Law covers the MLB for The Athletic and joined Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan to talk about the Nationals addition of Dylan Crews, and take a look back at the haul from the Juan Soto trade that took place just about a year ago.

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Crews-ing to DC; Evaluating the 23' Draft Class; House Meets World Jul 14, 2023

Episode 66, FULL SHOW -- As the 2023 MLB Draft has come to an end, the Washington Nationals got their guy. LSU's star Outfielder Dylan Crews was selected by the Nats with the #2 overall pick, and the fans and the organization couldn't be more ecstatic for the new slugger. Grant and Tobi look ahead to what the addition of Dylan Crews means for the organization's plan, and predict what level he will begin his professional baseball career; The Nationals have been lauded for the top of their 2023 MLB Draft class as they snagged 3 of the top 40 ranked players in their first three picks. Grant and Tobi breakdown what to know about the latest additions to the Nationals farm system and highlight some of the most intriguing picks from the later rounds; The Nationals had two representatives in the MLB All-Star Futures game to kick off the All-Star Week festivities, but it was Brady House who put on a show in all facets to introduce him to the national baseball world. Grant recaps his experience seeing James Wood and Brady House at the All-Star Futures game, as well as his time at the Homerun Derby. Then we close out this episode of Bustin Loose Baseball with two major developments as the Nats closed out their first half with a series win over the Rangers - Did Meneses find his power stroke again? And is CJ Abrams your official new leadoff hitter?

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Crews-ing to DC Jul 14, 2023

Episode 66, Segment 1 -- As the 2023 MLB Draft has come to an end, the Washington Nationals got their guy. LSU's star Outfielder Dylan Crews was selected by the Nats with the #2 overall pick, and the fans and the organization couldn't be more ecstatic for the new slugger. Grant and Tobi look ahead to what the addition of Dylan Crews means for the organization's plan, and predict what level he will begin his professional baseball career.

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Evaluating the 23' Draft Class Jul 14, 2023

Episode 66, Segment 2 -- The Nationals have been lauded for the top of their 2023 MLB Draft class as they snagged 3 of the top 40 ranked players in their first three picks. Grant and Tobi breakdown what to know about the latest additions to the Nationals farm system and highlight some of the most intriguing picks from the later rounds.

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House Meets World Jul 14, 2023

Episode 66, Segment 3 -- The Nationals had two representatives in the MLB All-Star Futures game to kick off the All-Star Week festivities, but it was Brady House who put on a show in all facets to introduce him to the national baseball world. Grant recaps his experience seeing James Wood and Brady House at the All-Star Futures game, as well as his time at the Homerun Derby. Then we close out this episode of Bustin Loose Baseball with two major developments as the Nats closed out their first half with a series win over the Rangers - Did Meneses find his power stroke again? And is CJ Abrams your official new leadoff hitter?

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Previewing the 2023 MLB Draft; Kyle Glaser of Baseball America; How Bonus Pool Allotment Works Jul 06, 2023

Episode 65, FULL SHOW -- We're just days away from the 2023 MLB Draft, where the Nationals hold the 2nd overall pick in the 1st round. But with the Pittsburgh Pirates ahead of them, who will remain on the board for the Nats to choose from? Grant & Tobi breakdown all the possible options, including LSU RHP Paul Skenes, LSU OF Dylan Crews and Florida OF Wyatt Langford (2:00); Grant and Tobi get a detailed breakdown of what to expect at the top of the first round of the 2023 MLB Draft as Senior Writer for Baseball America, Kyle Glaser (@KyleAGlaser on Twitter) joins Bustin' Loose Baseball. Kyle explains why he thinks the Nationals may ultimately end up with their choice of either LSU stars as the Pirates may not take either at number 1 overall (23:00); Grant provides information on how the 'Bonus Pool Allotment' works in the MLB Draft. Plus, final thoughts before the MLB Draft this weekend (41:00)

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Previewing the 2023 MLB Draft Jul 06, 2023

Episode 65, Segment 1 -- We're just days away from the 2023 MLB Draft, where the Nationals hold the 2nd overall pick in the 1st round. But with the Pittsburgh Pirates ahead of them, who will remain on the board for the Nats to choose from? Grant & Tobi breakdown all the possible options, including LSU RHP Paul Skenes, LSU OF Dylan Crews and Florida OF Wyatt Langford.

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Kyle Glaser of Baseball America Jul 06, 2023

Episode 65, Segment 2 -- Grant and Tobi get a detailed breakdown of what to expect at the top of the first round of the 2023 MLB Draft as Senior Writer for Baseball America, Kyle Glaser (@KyleAGlaser on Twitter) joins Bustin' Loose Baseball. Kyle explains why he thinks the Nationals may ultimately end up with their choice of either LSU stars as the Pirates may not take either at number 1 overall.

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How Bonus Pool Allotment Works Jul 06, 2023

Episode 65, Segment 3 -- Grant provides information on how the 'Bonus Pool Allotment' works in the MLB Draft. Plus, final thoughts before the MLB Draft this weekend.

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Hey Now, Gray's An All-Star; Gore Unravels; Josiah Gray Talks Being Named An All-Star Jul 03, 2023

Episode 64, FULL SHOW -- The Nats have their 2023 All-Star! RHP Josiah Gray takes his talents to Seattle as he'll represent the Nats following a strong start to his 2023 season. Grant Paulsen and Tobi Altizer breakdown Gray's 2023 season so far, and assess why OF Lane Thomas wasn't selected to join Gray for the All-Star game; MacKenzie Gore unraveled in his last start versus the Phillies following a mental error in the field. Grant & Tobi discuss how Gore's recent inability to remain calm will require growth from him to continue to push forward in the front of the rotation, and how this compares to early starts in Stephen Strasburg's career. Plus, a preview of the upcoming homestand versus the Reds and Rangers as the All-Star Break approaches; The Nationals newly named All-Star RHP Josiah Gray joined Grant & Danny on 106.7 The Fan on Monday to discuss what it was like when he received word that he was selected to his first career All-Star game. He also recaps his improvements that led to his strong first half of the 2023 MLB Season and more!

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Hey Now, Gray's An All-Star Jul 03, 2023

Episode 64, Segment 1 -- The Nats have their 2023 All-Star! RHP Josiah Gray takes his talents to Seattle as he'll represent the Nats following a strong start to his 2023 season. Grant Paulsen and Tobi Altizer breakdown Gray's 2023 season so far, and assess why OF Lane Thomas wasn't selected to join Gray for the All-Star game.

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Gore Unravels Jul 03, 2023

Episode 64, Segment 2 -- MacKenzie Gore unraveled in his last start versus the Phillies following a mental error in the field. Grant & Tobi discuss how Gore's recent inability to remain calm will require growth from him to continue to push forward in the front of the rotation, and how this compares to early starts in Stephen Strasburg's career. Plus, a preview of the upcoming homestand versus the Reds and Rangers as the All-Star Break approaches.

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Josiah Gray Talks Being Named an All-Star Jul 03, 2023

Episode 64, Segment 3 -- The Nationals newly named All-Star RHP Josiah Gray joined Grant & Danny on 106.7 The Fan on Monday to discuss what it was like when he received word that he was selected to his first career All-Star game. He also recaps his improvements that led to his strong first half of the 2023 MLB Season and more!

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Rising Stars on Display; Jackson Rutledge on his Promotion to Rochester; Brotherly Road Trip Jun 30, 2023

Episode 63, FULL SHOW -- It's been a great week for two of the Nationals top prospects, as both OF James Wood and 3B Brady House were selected to represent the Nationals in the MLB All-Star Futures Game. To cap off their week thus far, both hit home runs for their respective Minor League affiliates on Thursday evening. What's the outlook for the two rising stars as they continue to ascend through the ranks of the MiLB Top Prospects list? (2:00); The Nationals 2019 1st Round Pick, Jackson Rutledge, has had an outstanding start to his 2023 campaign. His recent performance has earned him a promotion to Triple-A Rochester after posting a 3.16 ERA across 12 starts for Double-A Harrisburg. Rutledge joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to detail his journey through the Nationals system (14:20); The Nationals conclude their long road trip as they begin a three game series against the Philadelphia Phillies this weekend. Grant and Tobi give their thoughts ahead of a series featuring the Nats top three pitchers taking the mound. Plus, we read your reviews on the podcast! (42:00)

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Rising Stars on Display Jun 30, 2023

Episode 63, Segment 1 -- It's been a great week for two of the Nationals top prospects, as both OF James Wood and 3B Brady House were selected to represent the Nationals in the MLB All-Star Futures Game. And to cap of their great week so far, both hit home runs for their respective Minor League affiliates on Thursday evening. What's the outlook for the two rising stars as they continue to ascend through the ranks of the MiLB Top Prospects list?

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Jackson Rutledge on His Promotion to Rochester Jun 30, 2023

Episode 63, Segment 2 -- The Nationals 2019 1st Round Pick, Jackson Rutledge, has had an outstanding start to his 2023 campaign. His recent performance has earned him a promotion to Triple-A Rochester after posting a 3.16 ERA across 12 starts for Double-A Harrisburg. Rutledge joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to detail his journey through the Nationals system.

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Brotherly Road Trip Jun 30, 2023

Episode 63, Segment 3 -- The Nationals conclude their long road trip as they begin a three game series against the Philadelphia Phillies this weekend. Grant and Tobi give their thoughts ahead of a series featuring the Nats top three pitchers taking the mound. Plus, we read your reviews on the podcast!

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Catching the Lane Train; Draft Board Shuffle; Green with Concern Jun 28, 2023

Episode 62, FULL SHOW -- Grant Paulsen returns from a trip to Winston Salem, where he details his visit of Wake Forest University's Baseball facilities (3:00). Then, Grant and Tobi dive into the continued success of OF Lane Thomas, who appears destined to represent the Nationals in the upcoming MLB All-Star Game. But will Lane Thomas remain a member of the Nationals after being named an All-Star? (8:00); As the College World Series concludes, and the MLB Draft is right around the corner, draft experts are shuffling their boards with rumors swirling that LSU Pitcher Paul Skenes could be jumping into the number 1 slot. Grant & Tobi discuss the latest movement at the top of the draft board (31:00); With talks of the Nationals potentially getting one of the top Outfielders in the 2023 MLB Draft, fans wonder if there's any such thing as "too much" depth at one position. But Grant and Tobi point out with the struggles of some of the Nats young prospects, that there is no such thing as too much depth. Plus, Tobi provides an incredible stat from MacKenzie Gore's recent start in San Diego (40:00).

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Catching the Lane Train Jun 28, 2023

Episode 62, Segment 1 -- Grant Paulsen returns from a trip to Winston Salem, where he details his visit of Wake Forest University's Baseball facilities. Then, Grant and Tobi dive into the continued success of OF Lane Thomas, who appears destined to represent the Nationals in the upcoming MLB All-Star Game. But will Lane Thomas remain a member of the Nationals after being named an All-Star?

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Draft Board Shuffle Jun 28, 2023

Episode 62, Segment 2 -- As the College World Series concludes, and the MLB Draft is right around the corner, draft experts are shuffling their boards with rumors swirling that LSU Pitcher Paul Skenes could be jumping into the number 1 slot. Grant & Tobi discuss the latest movement at the top of the draft board.

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Green with Concern Jun 28, 2023

Episode 62, Segment 3 -- With talks of the Nationals potentially getting one of the top Outfielders in the 2023 MLB Draft, fans wonder if there's any such thing as "too much" depth at one position. But Grant and Tobi point out with the struggles of some of the Nats young prospects, that there is no such thing as too much depth. Plus, Tobi provides an incredible stat from MacKenzie Gore's recent start in San Diego.

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Go Ballistic!; Skenes Watch Continues; Around the System Jun 23, 2023

Episode 61, FULL SHOW -- Thursday's make up game versus the Arizona Diamondbacks was entertaining in more ways than one despite the 5-3 loss. Manager Davey Martinez gets the most out of his first ejection of the year, and Pitcher Jake Irvin makes a 2nd consecutive impressive start. Grant and Tobi go over what made Davey lose his composure (2:00), how recent time off benefitted Jake Irvin (8:00), and why Riley Adams should be getting more play time (17:00); LSU's Star Pitcher Paul Skenes impresses again as the LSU Tigers continue their run through the College World Series. Grant and Tobi breakdown his latest 8 inning, 120 pitch performance, and try to determine what the plan would be for Skenes if he is available to be selected by the Nationals at number 2 overall in next months MLB Draft (24:00); Grant and Tobi spin around the Nationals Minor League system, spotlighting bright performances from Jackson Rutledge, Andry Lara, Brady House and Jarlin Susana. Plus recent struggles from Robert Hassell III and Elijah Green (38:00).

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Go Ballistic! Jun 23, 2023

Episode 61, Segment 1 -- Thursday's make up game versus the Arizona Diamondbacks was entertaining in more ways than one despite the 5-3 loss. Manager Davey Martinez gets the most out of his first ejection of the year, and Pitcher Jake Irvin makes a 2nd consecutive impressive start. Grant and Tobi go over what made Davey lose his composure, how recent time off benefitted Jake Irvin, and why Riley Adams should be getting more play time.

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Skenes Watch Continues Jun 23, 2023

Episode 61, Segment 2 -- LSU's Star Pitcher Paul Skenes impresses again as the LSU Tigers continue their run through the College World Series. Grant and Tobi breakdown his latest 8 inning, 120 pitch performance, and try to determine what the plan would be for Skenes if he is available to be selected by the Nationals at number 2 overall in next months MLB Draft.

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Around the System Jun 23, 2023

Episode 61, Segment 3 -- Grant and Tobi spin around the Nationals Minor League system, spotlighting bright performances from Jackson Rutledge, Andry Lara, Brady House and Jarlin Susana. Plus recent struggles from Robert Hassell III and Elijah Green.

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Can't Fry These Fish; Skenes Makes His Mark; Minor League Check-In Jun 20, 2023

Episode 60, FULL SHOW -- Grant & Tobi recap a rough home series for the Nationals as they were swept once again by the Miami Marlins. Plus, they take a look into who's stock has risen in recent weeks (2:00), and if players such as Jeimer Candelario and Lane Thomas are primed to be traded before the MLB Trade Deadline (9:00); LSU's star Pitcher Paul Skenes was on full display over the weekend as he struck out 12 while flashing his 100 mph heater in the College World Series. Is there any chance that the Nationals don't draft him if he's available? (24:15); Grant Paulsen provides updates on some of the top prospects in the Nationals Minor League system, including Jake Bennett, Jake Alu, Daylen Lile, & James Wood. Plus a preview of this weeks home series between the Nats and St. Louis Cardinals (35:50).

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Can't Fry These Fish Jun 20, 2023

Episode 60, Segment 1 -- Grant & Tobi recap a rough home series for the Nationals as they were swept once again by the Miami Marlins. Plus, they take a look into who's stock has risen in recent weeks, and if players such as Jeimer Candelario and Lane Thomas are primed to be traded before the MLB Trade Deadline.

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Skenes Makes His Mark Jun 20, 2023

Episode 60, Segment 2 -- LSU's star Pitcher Paul Skenes was on full display over the weekend as he struck out 12 while flashing his 100 mph heater in the College World Series. Is there any chance that the Nationals don't draft him if he's available?

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Minor League Check-In Jun 20, 2023

Episode 60, Segment 3 -- Grant Paulsen provides updates on some of the top prospects in the Nationals Minor League system, including Jake Bennett, Jake Alu, Daylen Lile, & James Wood. Plus a preview of this weeks home series between the Nats and St. Louis Cardinals.

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I'm Over This Play!; Gray Adds A New Pitch; Dave Jageler Recalls 2019 Jun 15, 2023

Episode 59, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals lost game 2 of their midweek series in Houston in a oh-so-familiar fashion on Wednesday Night. Grant & Tobi recall the final moments of game 2 that led to Manager Davey Martinez bursting out with props in his postgame press conference to prove a point that the umpires cost them a chance to remain in the game (2:00); On a positive note from Wednesday Night's contest against the Astros, it appears Josiah Gray found himself with a new pitch added to his arsenal. Grant and Tobi breakdown how the addition of the 'Sweeper' helped Nats SP Josiah Gray get through 7 innings for the first time since May 16th (12:00); One of the radio play-by-play voices of the Washington Nationals, Dave Jageler, joined Grant on 106.7 The Fan to remember the great moments from the last time the Nationals played in Houston, where they won the World Series in 2019 (24:00).

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I'm Over This Play! Jun 15, 2023

Episode 59, Segment 1 -- The Nationals lost game 2 of their midweek series in Houston in a oh-so-familiar fashion on Wednesday Night. Grant & Tobi recall the final moments of game 2 that led to Manager Davey Martinez bursting out with props in his postgame press conference to prove a point that the umpires cost them a chance to remain in the game.

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Gray Adds A New Pitch Jun 15, 2023

Episode 59, Segment 2 -- On a positive note from Wednesday Night's contest against the Astros, it appears Josiah Gray found himself with a new pitch added to his arsenal. Grant and Tobi breakdown how the addition of the 'Sweeper' helped Nats SP Josiah Gray get through 7 innings for the first time since May 16th.

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Dave Jageler Recalls 2019 Jun 15, 2023

Episode 59, Segment 3 -- One of the radio play-by-play voices of the Washington Nationals, Dave Jageler, joined Grant on 106.7 The Fan to remember the great moments from the last time the Nationals played in Houston, where they won the World Series in 2019.

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Who's Hot, Who's Not; Remembering 2019; Stars Align for College World Series Jun 13, 2023

Episode 58, FULL SHOW -- Grant and Tobi kickoff this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball with a progress report on the Nationals position players, and how they've been faring over the last 15 days. As losses begin to pile up, have they regressed to the mean? Or is this just a bump in the road as the schedule gets tougher?; Grant and Tobi continue to give their report cards on the Nats player performances over the last couple of weeks, this time covering the pitching staff (35:00). Then, as the Nats begin a road series in Houston for the first time since winning the 2019 World Series, they take a look back to all the best moments from the run that led to the Nationals first world championship since returning to DC (38:30); The College World Series takes place this upcoming weekend and it will feature lots of the top incoming prospects from the college ranks. Grant and Tobi give you the insight on who to watch for in the College World Series, as many of the young stars could be potential future members of the Nationals organization (48:00).

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Who's Hot, Who's Not Jun 13, 2023

Episode 58, Segment 1 -- Grant and Tobi kickoff this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball with a progress report on the Nationals position players, and how they've been faring over the last 15 days. As losses begin to pile up, have they regressed to the mean? Or is this just a bump in the road as the schedule gets tougher?

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Remembering 2019 Jun 13, 2023

Episode 58, Segment 2 -- Grant and Tobi continue to give their report cards on the Nats player performances over the last couple of weeks, this time covering the pitching staff. Then, as the Nats begin a road series in Houston for the first time since winning the 2019 World Series, they take a look back to all the best moments from the run that led to the Nationals first world championship since returning to DC.

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Stars Align for College World Series Jun 13, 2023

Episode 58, Segment 3 -- The College World Series takes place this upcoming weekend and it will feature lots of the top incoming prospects from the college ranks. Grant and Tobi give you the insight on who to watch for in the College World Series, as many of the young stars could be potential future members of the Nationals organization.

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Prospect Perspective; Teddy Cahill of Baseball America; Betting on Green Jun 08, 2023

Episode 57, FULL SHOW -- Eric Longenhagen of FanGraphs has released their newest Top 31 Nationals Prospects list, providing a fresh perspective on who is performing at a high level in the Nats minor league system. Grant and Tobi highlight the Top 5 according to FanGraphs (2:00); With the Men's College World Series right around the corner, and the MLB Draft just about a month away, Grant and Tobi catch up with Teddy Cahill, College Baseball Writer for Baseball America, to get the latest on the top prospects who will be on the big stage, and who the Nationals could have their eyes set on come draft time in July (14:00); Grant and Tobi continue their look at FanGraphs Top 31 Nationals Prospects list, and assess why the Nats 2022 1st round pick OF Elijah Green is ranked lower than most nationally recognized Prospect rankings (38:00).

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Prospect Perspective Jun 08, 2023

Episode 57, Segment 1 -- Eric Longenhagen of FanGraphs has released their newest Top 31 Nationals Prospects list, providing a fresh perspective on who is performing at a high level in the Nats minor league system. Grant and Tobi highlight the Top 5 according to FanGraphs.

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Teddy Cahill of Baseball America Jun 08, 2023

Episode 57, Segment 2 -- With the Men's College World Series right around the corner, and the MLB Draft just about a month away, Grant and Tobi catch up with Teddy Cahill, College Baseball Writer for Baseball America, to get the latest on the top prospects who will be on the big stage, and who the Nationals could have their eyes set on come draft time in July.

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Betting on Green Jun 08, 2023

Episode 57, Segment 3 -- Grant and Tobi continue their look at FanGraphs Top 31 Nationals Prospects list, and assess why the Nats 2022 1st round pick OF Elijah Green is ranked lower than most nationally recognized Prospect rankings.

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A Philthy End to the Weekend; Tipping the Cap to Strasburg; Bullpen in Shambles Jun 05, 2023

Episode 56, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals lose a weekend series to Philadelphia, and it didn't end pretty. Grant and Tobi dive into the series that was, and breakdown the performances of Josiah Gray and MacKenzie Gore; News broke over the weekend that Stephen Strasburg's rehab has been shut down as he has been hit with another serious setback to his recovery from various injuries. Could this officially signal the end of the career of Strasburg? Grant and Tobi look back at what we will most remember Stephen Strasburg's career; It was a rough weekend for the Nationals bullpen in their three game series versus Philadelphia. Grant and Tobi figure out where the Nats go from here with their struggling bullpen. Plus, we take a look into the Nats minor league system, which had a great weekend all across the organization. And we preview the upcoming three game home stand versus Arizona.

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A Philthy End to the Weekend Jun 05, 2023

Episode 56, Segment 1 -- The Nationals lose a weekend series to Philadelphia, and it didn't end pretty. Grant and Tobi dive into the series that was, and breakdown the performances of Josiah Gray and MacKenzie Gore.

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Tipping the Cap to Strasburg Jun 05, 2023

Episode 56, Segment 2 -- News broke over the weekend that Stephen Strasburg's rehab has been shut down as he has been hit with another serious setback to his recovery from various injuries. Could this officially signal the end of the career of Strasburg? Grant and Tobi look back at what we will most remember Stephen Strasburg's career.

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Bullpen in Shambles Jun 05, 2023

Episode 56, Segment 3 -- It was a rough weekend for the Nationals bullpen in their three game series versus Philadelphia. Grant and Tobi figure out where the Nats go from here with their struggling bullpen. Plus, we take a look into the Nats minor league system, which had a great weekend all across the organization. And we preview the upcoming three game homestand versus Arizona.

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Bringing the Wood; Game of the Year!; Robert Hassell III on His Season So Far Jun 02, 2023

Episode 55, FULL SHOW -- The Bustin' Loose Baseball crew took a road trip to Bowie to see some of the Nats top prospects as the Harrisburg Senators faceoff with the Bowie Baysox. With OFs James Wood and Robert Hassell III in action, and RHP Jackson Rutledge on the mound, Grant and Tobi discuss what they loved from the youngsters and what they'll need to continue to work on as they work their way through the Nats system (2:00); The Nationals finished their road trip with a bang, mashing five homeruns in a 10-6 victory to close the series finale in Los Angeles. Grant and Tobi breakdown the highs of what was the Nats best performance of the year so far (25:30) and look ahead to the weekend series with the Phillies (29:00); One of the faces of the Juan Soto trade is OF Robert Hassell III. He joined Grant & Danny live from the home of the Bowie Baysox as the Harrisburg Senators are in town for a week long series. He talks about his season and development so far, and some of his quirks as he's come up through the Minor Leagues so far (32:00).

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Bringing the Wood Jun 02, 2023

Episode 55, Segment 1 -- The Bustin' Loose Baseball crew took a road trip to Bowie to see some of the Nats top prospects as the Harrisburg Senators faceoff with the Bowie Baysox. With OFs James Wood and Robert Hassell III in action, and RHP Jackson Rutledge on the mound, Grant and Tobi discuss what they loved from the youngsters and what they'll need to continue to work on as they work their way through the Nats system.

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The Game of the Year! Jun 02, 2023

Episode 55, Segment 2 -- The Nationals finished their road trip with a bang, mashing five homeruns in a 10-6 victory to close the series finale in Los Angeles. Grant and Tobi breakdown the highs of what was the Nats best performance of the year so far, and look ahead to the weekend series with the Phillies.

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Robert Hassell III on His Season So Far Jun 02, 2023

Episode 55, Segment 3 -- One of the faces of the Juan Soto trade is OF Robert Hassell III. He joined Grant & Danny live from the home of the Bowie Baysox as the Harrisburg Senators are in town for a week long series. He talks about his season and development so far, and some of his quirks as he's come up through the Minor Leagues so far.

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Everyone Remain Kuhl; Nationals OF Lane Thomas; Dodgers Series Preview + Minor League Promotion May 29, 2023

Episode 54, FULL SHOW -- The Nats went into Kansas City over the weekend and took 2 of 3 from the home team. But it didn't come without its ups and downs. After MacKenzie Gore posted one of his best starts of the season in the series finale, the lead was given up late by a bullpen in distress. Grant & Tobi breakdown why fans should temper expectations for the bullpen and offensive players during what still is considered a rebuilding Nationals team (2:00); OF Lane Thomas has been playing stellar baseball in the month of May, and is potentially making a bid for a player of the month award in the National League. Lane joined Grant & Danny on 106.7 The Fan live from Nationals Park before their series finale vs the Padres on May 25th (34:30); Grant & Tobi preview the Nats left coast series with the Dodgers (49:20). Plus, a Nats top prospect was promoted over the weekend, and if you live in the DC area, you may have a chance to see him play this week (51:00).

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Everyone Remain Kuhl May 29, 2023

Episode 54, Segment 1 -- The Nats went into Kansas City over the weekend and took 2 of 3 from the home team. But it didn't come without its ups and downs. After MacKenzie Gore posted one of his best starts of the season in the series finale, the lead was given up late by a bullpen in distress. Grant & Tobi breakdown why fans should temper expectations for the bullpen and offensive players during what still is considered a rebuilding Nationals team.

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Nationals OF Lane Thomas May 29, 2023

Episode 54, Segment 2 -- OF Lane Thomas has been playing stellar baseball in the month of May, and is potentially making a bid for a player of the month award in the National League. Lane joined Grant & Danny on 106.7 The Fan live from Nationals Park before their series finale vs the Padres on May 25th.

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Dodgers Series Preview + Minor League Promotion May 29, 2023

Episode 54, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi preview the Nats left coast series with the Dodgers. Plus, a Nats top prospect was promoted over the weekend, and if you live in the DC area, you may have a chance to see him play this week.

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Return of the Chosen Juan; On the Field with MacKenzie Gore; Drew Millas May 25, 2023

Episode 53, FULL SHOW -- Juan Soto returned to DC once again this week dawning the unfamiliar brown uniforms of the San Diego Padres. But what is becoming more familiar are the five players the Nationals received in return for Soto. Grant & Tobi breakdown how each of the five former Padres are doing so far as members of the Nats organization (8:30); Tobi Altizer caught up with Nats LHP MacKenzie Gore the day after his start against the Padres earlier this week to chat about his season so far, and what he's hoping to improve upon as his first full season as a member of the Nationals progresses (41:30); Nationals Cather prospect Drew Millas was recently promoted to AAA Rochester. The Nats #29 prospect joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to talk about his scorching hot start to his 2023 campaign, his journey through the Minor League system so far, and some insight on his hobbies in his spare time (44:00).

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Return of the Chosen Juan May 25, 2023

Episode 53, Segment 1 -- Juan Soto returned to DC once again this week dawning the unfamiliar brown uniforms of the San Diego Padres. But what is becoming more familiar are the five players the Nationals received in return for Soto. Grant & Tobi breakdown how each of the five former Padres are doing so far as members of the Nats organization.

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On the Field with MacKenzie Gore May 25, 2023

Episode 53, Segment 2 -- Tobi Altizer caught up with Nats LHP MacKenzie Gore the day after his start against the Padres earlier this week to chat about his season so far, and what he's hoping to improve upon as his first full season as a member of the Nationals progresses.

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Drew Millas May 25, 2023

Episode 53, Segment 3 -- Nationals Cather prospect Drew Millas was recently promoted to AAA Rochester. The Nats #29 prospect joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to talk about his scorching hot start to his 2023 campaign, his journey through the Minor League system so far, and some insight on his hobbies in his spare time.

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Red Hot Candy; A Veterans Presence; Friars Coming to Town May 23, 2023

Episode 52, FULL SHOW -- Who's hotter than Jeimer Candelario? Grant Pauslen and Tobi Altizer are back for a new episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball as they breakdown the numbers from Candelario's recent hot streak. Will hot bats such as Jeimer and Lane Thomas find themselves apart of the rebuilding process going forward, or could they be prime trade candidates come July? (3:00). Plus, is Joey Meneses due for a power surge? (7:00); After looking into the younger rising stars and how they're progressing in our last episode, this week we take a look at the veterans and how they are helping to keep the Nats competitive in 2023, with Patrick Corbin, Trevor Williams and Dominic Smith among those who Grant and Tobi analyze (11:00); Tuesday, the Nats will welcome Juan Soto and the Padres to town for a three game series. Grant and Tobi look ahead to Soto's 2nd return to Nationals Park (29:00). Plus, an update on former 2nd Round Pick RHP Cole Henry, who made his 2nd rehab start in Low A Fredericksburg following TOS Surgery (32:00).

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Red Hot Candy May 23, 2023

Episode 52, Segment 1 -- Who's hotter than Jeimer Candelario? Grant Pauslen and Tobi Altizer are back for a new episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball as they breakdown the numbers from Candelario's recent hot streak. Will hot bats such as Jeimer and Lane Thomas find themselves apart of the rebuilding process going forward, or could they be prime trade candidates come July? Plus, is Joey Meneses due for a power surge?

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A Veterans Presence May 23, 2023

Episode 52, Segment 2 -- After looking into the younger rising stars and how they're progressing in our last episode, this week we take a look at the veterans and how they are helping to keep the Nats competitive in 2023, with Patrick Corbin, Trevor Williams and Dominic Smith among those who Grant and Tobi analyze.

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Friars Coming to Town May 23, 2023

Episode 52, Segment 3 -- Tuesday, the Nats will welcome Juan Soto and the Padres to town for a three game series. Grant and Tobi look ahead to Soto's 2nd return to Nationals Park. Plus, an update on former 2nd Round Pick Cole Henry, who made his 2nd rehab start in Low A Fredericksburg following TOS Surgery.

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Exceeding Expectations; Minor League Stars Shining Bright; Fair or Foul May 19, 2023

Episode 51, FULL SHOW -- Bustin' Loose Baseball is back after a brief hiatus. Grant Paulsen returns alongside new co-host Tobi Altizer of 106.7 The Fan to talk everything Washington Nationals. We open up this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball excited about how well the Nats have been playing so far through the first month and a half of the 2023 season (2:50). Then we take a look at the performances of the Nats pitching staff so far, highlighting the young arms of Josiah Gray and MacKenzie Gore, plus some of the bullpen arms that have surprised thus far (7:30). Grant & Tobi take a deep dive into the stats for some of the biggest stars in the Nationals Minor League system, including OF James Wood, OF Robert Hassell III, OF Elijah Green, RHP Cole Henry and more! (32:15); Grant & Tobi bring in Producer Darris for a series of 'Fair or Foul' questions regarding your 2023 Washington Nationals (55:30)

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Exceeding Expectations May 19, 2023

Episode 51, Segment 1 -- Bustin' Loose Baseball is back after a brief hiatus. Grant Paulsen returns alongside new co-host Tobi Altizer of 106.7 The Fan to talk everything Washington Nationals. We open up this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball excited about how well the Nats have been playing so far through the first month and a half of the 2023 season. Then we take a look at the performances of the Nats pitching staff so far, highlighting the young arms of Josiah Gray and MacKenzie Gore, plus some of the bullpen arms that have surprised thus far.

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Minor League Stars Shining Bright May 19, 2023

Episode 51, Segment 2 -- Grant & Tobi take a deep dive into the stats for some of the biggest stars in the Nationals Minor League system, including OF James Wood, OF Robert Hassell III, OF Elijah Green, RHP Cole Henry and more!

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Fair or Foul May 19, 2023

Episode 51, Segment 3 -- Grant & Tobi bring in Producer Darris for a series of 'Fair or Foul' questions regarding your 2023 Washington Nationals

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Waking Up the Offense; Hot or Not - Pitchers & Minors; Cole Henry Joins BLB Apr 13, 2023

Episode 50, FULL SHOW -- After a trip to Coors Field, it appears the Nats offense may be starting to take shape. Grant Paulsen launches this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball with some 'Hot or Not' for the Nationals major league position players, including how Victor Robles' new offensive approach has him off to the best start in a long time, and how CJ Abrams and Keibert Ruiz are poised to continue to make positive strides (1:30); Grant continues his Hot or Not breakdown after two weeks of Baseball action as he looks to how the Nationals pitching staff has performed so far (17:30). Then, Grant highlights some of the bright performances from a few big names in the Nats minor league system (22:00); The Nationals #13 ranked prospect RHP Cole Henry is progressing well after having surgery to correct his battle with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. He joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to discuss and detail his road to recovery and his excitement to pitch at the Triple A Level in the near future (26:30).

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Waking Up the Offense Apr 13, 2023

Episode 50, Segment 1 -- After a trip to Coors Field, it appears the Nats offense may be starting to take shape. Grant Paulsen launches this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball with some 'Hot or Not' for the Nationals major league position players, including how Victor Robles' new offensive approach has him off to the best start in a long time, and how CJ Abrams and Keibert Ruiz are poised to continue to make positive strides.

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Hot or Not - Pitchers & Minors Apr 13, 2023

Episode 50, Segment 2 -- Grant continues his Hot or Not breakdown after two weeks of Baseball action as he looks to how the Nationals pitching staff has performed so far. Then, Grant highlights some of the bright performances from a few big names in the Nats minor league system.

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Cole Henry Joins BLB to Talk Recovery Apr 13, 2023

Episode 50, Segment 3 -- The Nationals #13 ranked prospect RHP Cole Henry is progressing well after having surgery to correct his battle with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. He joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to discuss and detail his road to recovery and his excitement to pitch at the Triple A Level in the near future.

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A Way Too Early State of the Nats; Reviewing the Pitch Clock; Nats Pitching Coach Jim Hickey & Barry Svrluga Apr 05, 2023

Episode 49, FULL SHOW -- The first series of the MLB 2023 Regular Season is in the books! Grant Paulsen hosts solo this week as he breaks down what's to like and what to be concerned about through the first handful of games for the Nationals, including breakdowns of the Nats offensive and defensive numbers (1:00), and how the Pitching staff held up through their first run in the rotation (14:00). With a full Spring Training all wrapped up and nearly a week of Regular Season baseball in the books, Grant gives his thoughts and impressions on the newly implemented Pitch Clock, and how it will change the game going forward (25:30); Just before first pitch of Opening Day, Grant & Danny got some time to catch up with Nationals Pitching Coach Jim Hickey, who talked about how Spring Training brought together the Nats pitching staff, and expectations for their young developing arms (30:30). Then, Grant & Danny were joined by Washington Post Columnist Barry Svrluga for an assessment of the Nationals, how the fans are handling a rebuild, and the latest with the team being available for sale (37:00).

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A Way Too Early State of the Nats Apr 05, 2023

Episode 49, Segment 1 -- The first series of the MLB 2023 Regular Season is in the books! Grant Paulsen hosts solo this week as he breaks down what's to like and what to be concerned about through the first handful of games for the Nationals, including breakdowns of the Nats offensive and defensive numbers, and how the Pitching staff held up through their first run in the rotation.

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Reviewing the Pitch Clock Apr 05, 2023

Episode 49, Segment 2 -- With a full Spring Training all wrapped up and nearly a week of Regular Season baseball in the books, Grant gives his thoughts and impressions on the newly implemented Pitch Clock, and how it will change the game going forward

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Nats Pitching Coach Jim Hickey & Barry Svrluga Apr 05, 2023

Episode 49, Segment 3 -- Just before first pitch of Opening Day, Grant & Danny got some time to catch up with Nationals Pitching Coach Jim Hickey, who talked about how Spring Training brought together the Nats pitching staff, and expectations for their young developing arms. Then, Grant & Danny were joined by Washington Post Columnist Barry Svrluga for an assessment of the Nationals, how the fans are handling a rebuild, and the latest with the team being available for sale.

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Cade Cavalli Set for Tommy John Surgery; What If Joey Meneses...?; MacKenzie Gore Ready for Nats Debut Mar 21, 2023

Episode 48, FULL SHOW -- After leaving his latest Spring Training start with an elbow injury, the Nationals would go on to announce that RHP Cade Cavalli injured his UCL in his pitching elbow, and is set to get Tommy John Surgery, ending his 2023 season before it started. Grant & Danny open up this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball discussing how Cavalli's injury effects the pitching rotation for 2023 and beyond (3:00)

Joey Meneses continues to perform at a high level as he competes for Team Mexico in the World Baseball Classic. Which brings Grant and Danny to wonder...What if Joey Meneses can keep pace with the hitting numbers he put up during his time in the Nationals in 2022? Would the Nationals consider trading him? Or would he be a core member of a rebuilding franchise? G&D discuss (13:00). Plus, ahead of their interview with MacKenzie Gore, Grant and Danny tell you why you shouldn't be too concerned with Gore's Spring Training numbers as the regular season approaches (25:30)

LHP MacKenzie Gore was acquired as a major part of the trade that sent OF Juan Soto to the Padres, but was shutdown in 2022 by the time be made his way to Washington. He joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to talk about how he's preparing to begin his Nationals career, what techniques he's working through in Spring Training, and what he learned from his hot start to his Major League career (30:00).

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Cade Cavalli Set for Tommy John Surgery Mar 21, 2023

Episode 48, Segment 1 -- After leaving his latest Spring Training start with an elbow injury, the Nationals would go on to announce that RHP Cade Cavalli injured his UCL in his pitching elbow, and is set to get Tommy John Surgery, ending his 2023 season before it started. Grant & Danny open up this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball discussing how Cavalli's injury effects the pitching rotation for 2023 and beyond.

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What If Joey Meneses,,,? Mar 21, 2023

Episode 48, Segment 2 -- Joey Meneses continues to perform at a high level as he competes for Team Mexico in the World Baseball Classic. Which brings Grant and Danny to wonder...What if Joey Meneses can keep pace with the hitting numbers he put up during his time in the Nationals in 2022? Would the Nationals consider trading him? Or would he be a core member of a rebuilding franchise? G&D discuss. Plus, ahead of their interview with MacKenzie Gore, Grant and Danny tell you why you shouldn't be too concerned with Gore's Spring Training numbers as the regular season approaches.

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MacKenzie Gore Ready for Nats Debut Mar 21, 2023

Episode 48, Segment 3 -- LHP MacKenzie Gore was acquired as a major part of the trade that sent OF Juan Soto to the Padres, but was shutdown in 2022 by the time he made his way to Washington. He joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to talk about how he's preparing to begin his Nationals career, what techniques he's working through in Spring Training, and what he learned from his hot start to his Major League career.

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Keeping Our Own; Assessing the Spring Training Roster; Josiah Gray Talks About His New Pitch Mar 15, 2023

Episode 47, FULL SHOW -- Bustin' Loose Baseball is back for the 2023 season! And so is the World Baseball Classic, as Nats Slugger Joey Meneses gets the spotlight on the worldwide stage with his 2 HR performance vs Team USA. Can he carry the momentum into his first full MLB regular season? (2:45) Plus, the Nats ink a long term contract extension with C Keibert Ruiz. Could more long term signings be on the horizon for a franchise that has struggled to retain young talent? (5:10) Spring Training is well underway, Grant & Danny analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the 2023 roster as currently constructed, and make notes of players to watch throughout the season at both the Major League and Minor League levels (15:30). Nationals RHP Josiah Gray joined Grant & Danny from Spring Training to tell how he came about developing his new Cutter, why the Cutter is important in 2023, goals he has for the upcoming season, and give his thoughts on some of the newest rules implemented into Major League Baseball (34:30).

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Keeping Our Own Mar 15, 2023

Episode 47, Segment 1 -- Bustin' Loose Baseball is back for the 2023 season! And so is the World Baseball Classic, as Nats Slugger Joey Meneses gets the spotlight on the worldwide stage with his 2 HR performance vs Team USA. Can he carry the momentum into his first full MLB regular season? Plus, the Nats ink a long term contract extension with C Keibert Ruiz. Could more long term signings be on the horizon for a franchise that has struggled to retain young talent?

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Assessing the Spring Training Roster Mar 15, 2023

Episode 47, Segment 2 -- As Spring Training is well underway, Grant & Danny analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the 2023 roster as currently constructed, and make notes of players to watch throughout the season at both the Major League and Minor League levels.

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Josiah Gray Talks About His New Pitch Mar 15, 2023

Episode 47, Segment 3 -- Nationals RHP Josiah Gray joined Grant & Danny from Spring Training to tell how he came about developing his new Cutter, why the Cutter is important in 2023, goals he has for the upcoming season, and give his thoughts on some of the newest rules implemented into Major League Baseball.

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Is the Stove Getting Hot?; Trevor Williams Joins Bustin' Loose Baseball Dec 14, 2022

Episode 46, FULL SHOW -- As we near the mid point of December, the Nationals finally make a splash move in MLB Free Agency, signing former Mets RHP Trevor Williams to a two year deal. How does Williams fit into the Nationals plans this season in a starting role? Grant and Danny break down what this signing means for the starting rotation and why Williams is a quality fit to go with the Nats young up and coming arms on the mound (2:00). RHP Trevor Williams joins Grant and Danny on Bustin' Loose Baseball after signing with the Nationals. He discusses what the process of signing with a new team, his excitement to return to a starting pitching role, and about how some of his relationships around the league influenced him to coming to DC (16:30).

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Is the Stove Getting Hot? Dec 14, 2022

Episode 46, Segment 1 -- As we near the mid point of December, the Nationals finally make a splash move in MLB Free Agency, signing former Mets RHP Trevor Williams to a two year deal. How does Williams fit into the Nationals plans this season in a starting role? Grant and Danny break down what this signing means for the starting rotation and why Williams is a quality fit to go with the Nats young up and coming arms on the mound.

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Trevor Williams Dec 14, 2022

Episode 46, Segment 2 -- RHP Trevor Williams joins Grant and Danny on Bustin' Loose Baseball after signing with the Nationals. He discusses what the process of signing with a new team, his excitement to return to a starting pitching role, and about how some of his relationships around the league influenced him to coming to DC.

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Lucky Number 2; Still For Sale?; Barry Svrluga Assesses the State of the Nats Dec 08, 2022

Episode 45, FULL SHOW -- For the first time in MLB history, the league held a draft lottery on Tuesday night to determine the draft order for the 2023 draft. Despite losing the most games in the major leagues in 2022, the Nationals wound up with the 2nd overall pick in the Draft Lottery. Grant & Danny open up this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball discussing the quirks of this new Draft Lottery system, and why it could potentially hinder the Nats ability to speed up their rebuilding process (3:00). The latest reports confirm that there is currently no timeline on when the Nationals franchise could be sold. Grant & Danny discuss why this is an eyebrow raising situation, and how the Nats television deal is proving to be a major issue in the process (23:45). Plus, G&D spin around the latest free agency news in the MLB, including where big name free agents such as Trea Turner, Aaron Judge, and Justin Verlander landed (35:00). Washington Post Columnist Barry Svrluga joined Grant & Danny to detail his article on the state of the Washington Nationals, including what roadblocks remain in the process of the team being sold, why the result of the MLB Draft Lottery could be a major pinpoint in the team's rebuilding process, and why it feels like the fan base is afraid to get attached to players after losing so many members of the 2019 World Championship team (39:00).

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Lucky Number 2 Dec 08, 2022

Episode 45, Segment 1 -- For the first time in MLB history, the league held a draft lottery on Tuesday night to determine the draft order for the 2023 draft. Despite losing the most games in the major leagues in 2022, the Nationals wound up with the 2nd overall pick in the Draft Lottery. Grant & Danny open up this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball discussing the quirks of this new Draft Lottery system, and why it could potentially hinder the Nats ability to speed up their rebuilding process.

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Still For Sale? Dec 08, 2022

Episode 45, Segment 2 -- The latest reports confirm that there is currently no timeline on when the Nationals franchise could be sold. Grant & Danny discuss why this is an eyebrow raising situation, and how the Nats television deal is proving to be a major issue in the process. Plus, G&D spin around the latest free agency news in the MLB, including where big name free agents such as Trea Turner, Aaron Judge, and Justin Verlander landed.

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Barry Svrluga Assesses the State of the Nats Dec 08, 2022

Episode 45, Segment 3 -- Washington Post Columnist Barry Svrluga joined Grant & Danny to detail his article on the state of the Washington Nationals, including what roadblocks remain in the process of the team being sold, why the result of the MLB Draft Lottery could be a major pinpoint in the team's rebuilding process, and why it feels like the fan base is afraid to get attached to players after losing so many members of the 2019 World Championship team.

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Are Combined No-Hitters Real?; Back at the Park; Roadblocks for Ownership Nov 04, 2022

Episode 44, FULL SHOW -- As the the intense nature of this years World Series reaches its peak, Grant and Danny break down the series so far, discuss the successes of former Nationals Dusty Baker, Bryce Harper, and Kyle Schwarber, and debate whether or not a Combined No-Hitter should count as a No-Hitter; Grant and Danny got the chance to host a season ticket holder event at Nationals Park, joined by several players and Manager Davey Martinez. The guys detail their experience and share a nugget that Davey Martinez revealed as a part of the teams potential offseason plans; Barry Svrluga of The Washington Post reported earlier this week that Major League Baseball is getting involved in the potential sale of the Nationals, and their continued bout with the MASN deal. Will the MASN deal ultimately end up being a deal breaker for any new suitors for the Nationals?

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Are Combined No-Hitters Real? Nov 04, 2022

Episode 44, Segment 1 -- As the the intense nature of this years World Series reaches its peak, Grant and Danny break down the series so far, discuss the successes of former Nationals Dusty Baker, Bryce Harper, and Kyle Schwarber, and debate whether or not a Combined No-Hitter should count as a No-Hitter.

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Back at the Park Nov 04, 2022

Episode 44, Segment 2 -- Grant and Danny got the chance to host a season ticket holder event at Nationals Park, joined by several players and Manager Davey Martinez. The guys detail their experience and share a nugget that Davey Martinez revealed as a part of the teams potential offseason plans.

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Roadblocks For Ownership Nov 04, 2022

Episode 44, Segment 3 -- Barry Svrluga of The Washington Post reported earlier this week that Major League Baseball is getting involved in the potential sale of the Nationals, and their continued bout with the MASN deal. Will the MASN deal ultimately end up being a deal breaker for any new suitors for the Nationals?

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Watching Our Friends from Afar; New Ownership Abound; Offseason Business Oct 21, 2022

Episode 43, FULL SHOW -- With the MLB Postseason reaching the Championship Series, Grant & Danny take a look at some of the great former Nationals who are working to get their respective teams into the 2022 World Series. Yes...we're just as sad as you are about it. What's the latest with the potential sale of the Washington Nationals? G&D discuss the latest rumors involving who could be the next owner of the DC's professional baseball franchise. Grant and Danny dive into some of the biggest player personnel questions of the Nationals offseason, including what to do with Patrick Corbin, who to spend money on, which young players need to take the next step, and more!

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Watching Our Friends from Afar Oct 21, 2022

Episode 43, Segment 1 -- With the MLB Postseason reaching the Championship Series, Grant & Danny take a look at some of the great former Nationals who are working to get their respective teams into the 2022 World Series. Yes...we're just as sad as you are about it.

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New Ownership Abound Oct 21, 2022

Episode 43, Segment 2 -- What's the latest with the potential sale of the Washington Nationals? G&D discuss the latest rumors involving who could be the next owner of the DC's professional baseball franchise.

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Offseason Business Oct 21, 2022

Episode 43, Segment 3 -- Grant and Danny dive into some of the biggest player personnel questions of the Nationals offseason, including what to do with Patrick Corbin, who to spend money on, and which young players need to take the next step.

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So This is Where We're At?; Running It Back; Judge Hits 62 Oct 05, 2022

Episode 42, FULL SHOW -- Grant and Danny start this edition of Bustin' Loose Baseball with a recap of the Nats Player of the Year Awards as voted by the local media, and why the recipient of the awards is a notion to how rough a season it was in a rebuilding year. Nats Manager Davey Martinez announced that he intends to bring back his entire coaching staff for the 2023 season. Is this the right move? Or should the skipper be looking to bring in some fresh voices as the team moves forward in it's current rebuild? Plus, the latest on Stephen Strasburg's attempt to rehab toward his return next season, and Grant and Danny play a game of "Should They Be on the Team Next Year?". Yankees All-Star Aaron Judge hit home run number 62 on Tuesday night in Texas. Grant and Danny react. Plus, we give our picks for who we're rooting for in the debut of the MLB's newest postseason format, and reading your latest 5-star reviews of Bustin' Loose Baseball.

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So This is Where We're At? Oct 05, 2022

Episode 42, Segment 1 -- Grant and Danny start this edition of Bustin' Loose Baseball with a recap of the Nats Player of the Year Awards as voted by the local media, and why the recipient of the awards is a notion to how rough a season it was in a rebuilding year.

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Running It Back Oct 05, 2022

Episode 42, Segment 2 -- Nats Manager Davey Martinez announced that he intends to bring back his entire coaching staff for the 2023 season. Is this the right move? Or should the skipper be looking to bring in some fresh voices as the team moves forward in it's current rebuild? Plus, the latest on Stephen Strasburg's attempt to rehab toward his return next season, and Grant and Danny play a game of "Should They Be on the Team Next Year?".

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Judge Hits 62 Oct 05, 2022

Episode 42, Segment 3 -- Yankees All-Star Aaron Judge hit home run number 62 on Tuesday night in Texas. Grant and Danny react. Plus, we give our picks for who we're rooting for in the debut of the MLB's newest postseason format, and reading your latest 5-star reviews of Bustin' Loose Baseball.

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No Gore To See Here; Running Into Outs; And The Award Goes To... Oct 01, 2022

Episode 41, FULL SHOW -- Manager Davey Martinez made it official that we won't see the team debut of LHP MacKenzie Gore, the top prospect acquired in the Summer blockbuster trade with San Diego. Grant and Danny assess the future of the rotation that could feature Gore, alongside Josiah Gray and Cade Cavalli (2:30). Then, the spotlight in on SS CJ Abrams as he finishes the month of September on a hot streak, including his walk-off single to end the series versus the Atlanta (21:00). Grant hosts a quick game of "Guess Which Nationals Player Has His Own Clothing Line?" as recently seen in a MLB.com Nationals Newsletter (24:30). Then, the guys vent their frustrations with Victor Robles, who continues to make major mistakes as a baserunner (33:00). As the Minor League seasons across the system have come to a close, we go through some of the recently recognized award winners in the Nationals Minor League System, spotlighting the best players of the year, and perhaps a glimpse of the talent to come (37:00). Danny tells the story of how he injured his finger (50:00).

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No Gore To See Here Oct 01, 2022

Episode 41, Segment 1 -- Manager Davey Martinez made it official that we won't see the team debut of LHP MacKenzie Gore, the top prospect acquired in the Summer blockbuster trade with San Diego. Grant and Danny assess the future of the rotation that could feature Gore, alongside Josiah Gray and Cade Cavalli. Then, the spotlight in on SS CJ Abrams as he finishes the month of September on a hot streak, including his walk-off single to end the series versus the Atlanta.

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Running Into Outs Oct 01, 2022

Episode 41, Segment 2 -- Grant hosts a quick game of "Guess Which Nationals Player Has His Own Clothing Line?" as recently seen in a MLB.com Nationals Newsletter. Then, the guys vent their frustrations with Victor Robles, who continues to make major mistakes as a baserunner.

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And The Award Goes To... Oct 01, 2022

Episode 41, Segment 3 -- As the Minor League seasons across the system have come to a close, we go through some of the recently recognized award winners in the Nationals Minor League System, spotlighting the best players of the year, and perhaps a glimpse of the talent to come. Danny tells the story of how he injured his finger.

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Admiring the Champs; Give Me Gore; Running Out of Gas Sep 28, 2022

Episode 40, FULL SHOW -- With the Braves in town on the Nats final home stand of the year, Grant and Danny have some questions about the Nationals team building process, how the Braves have built themselves into a consistent contender, and why the Nationals should aspire to rebuild in a similar fashion (2:00). Plus the latest performances from Joey Meneses, CJ Abrams and Mason Thompson (13:00). Mackenzie Gore made yet another rehab start in Rochester, but this time, it didn't go so well. Is there any chance he makes one Major League start before the regular season ends? (29:00) Plus updates on Yadiel Hernandez, who is likely to miss the remainder of the year. Is Luis Garcia running out of steam down the stretch? Grant and Danny analyze why his numbers have taken a dive since the All-Star Break (35:00). Plus, with the Braves and Mets fighting for the NL East, we give our predictions for which team will come out on top at the end of the regular season (40:00).

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Admiring the Champs Sep 28, 2022

Episode 40, Segment 1 -- With the Braves in town on the Nats final home stand of the year, Grant and Danny have some questions about the Nationals team building process, how the Braves have built themselves into a consistent contender, and why the Nationals should aspire to rebuild in a similar fashion. Plus the latest performances from Joey Meneses, CJ Abrams and Mason Thompson.

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Give Me Gore Sep 28, 2022

Episode 40, Segment 2 -- Mackenzie Gore made yet another rehab start in Rochester, but this time, it didn't go so well. Is there any chance he makes one Major League start before the regular season ends? Plus updates on Yadiel Hernandez, who is likely to miss the remainder of the year.

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Running Out of Gas Sep 28, 2022

Episode 40, Segment 3 -- Is Luis Garcia running out of steam down the stretch? Grant and Danny analyze why his numbers have taken a dive since the All-Star Break. Plus, with the Braves and Mets fighting for the NL East, we give our predictions for which team will come out on top at the end of the regular season.

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Is It All About the Money?; This Week in Nats; Gore on the Way Sep 22, 2022

Episode 39, FULL SHOW -- As the MLB Postseason approaches, what does it really take to become a consistent contender? One recent article pointed out that the majority of this years Postseason contenders rank amongst the top in highest payrolls. But is it that the ultimate fix for success? Grant breaks down the numbers and why potential new ownership for the Nationals could produce quick success (3:00); Then, Grant highlights recent performances from Luke Voit, Joey Meneses, Victor Robles and Patrick Corbin as the Nats season nears the end for 2022 (28:00); LHP MacKenzie Gore has made a series of rehab starts and could be in line to make his Nationals debut soon. Grant details the latest on the young lefty who was acquired in the Juan Soto trade package from San Diego (40:00). We also bid farewell to a former member of the Nationals World Series team who is set to retire at the end of this season (43:00).

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Is It All About the Money? Sep 22, 2022

Episode 39, Segment 1 -- As the MLB Postseason approaches, what does it really take to become a consistent contender? One recent article pointed out that the majority of this years Postseason contenders rank amongst the top in highest payrolls. But is it that the ultimate fix for success? Grant breaks down the numbers and why potential new ownership for the Nationals could produce quick success.

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This Week in Nats Sep 22, 2022

Episode 39, Segment 2 -- Grant highlights recent performances from Luke Voit, Joey Meneses, Victor Robles and Patrick Corbin as the Nats season nears the end for 2022.

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Gore on the Way Sep 22, 2022

Episode 39, Segment 3 -- LHP MacKenzie Gore has made a series of rehab starts and could be in line to make his Nationals debut soon. Grant details the latest on the young lefty who was acquired in the Juan Soto trade package from San Diego. We also bid farewell to a former member of the Nationals World Series team who is set to retire at the end of this season.

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Behind the Beltway Series; Playoff Rutledge; The Look Ahead Sep 16, 2022

Episode 38, FULL SHOW -- With the Orioles leaving town after sweeping the Nats, Danny breaks down what he thinks the deeper meaning is behind the Beltway Series, and why the Nats/O's rivalry is much deeper than two teams in the same region (2:00). Plus breakdowns of recent performances by Riley Adams, Israel Pineda, and Patrick Corbin (10:00); Grant toys around with a Draft Lottery simulator as he dreams of the Nationals having the number 1 overall pick in the first ever MLB Draft Lottery (22:00). Then, Grant and Danny dive into the Game 1 of the Fredericksburg Nationals playoff series, as former first round pick RHP Jackson Rutledge put on a stellar performance in a win (28:00); We read one of your latest 5-star reviews, and then take a peek into the upcoming series' for the Nats vs some NL East rivals (31:00).

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Behind the Beltway Series Sep 16, 2022

Episode 38, Segment 1 -- With the Orioles leaving town after sweeping the Nats, Danny breaks down what he thinks the deeper meaning is behind the Beltway Series, and why the Nats/O's rivalry is much deeper than two teams in the same region. Plus breakdowns of recent performances by Riley Adams, Israel Pineda, and Patrick Corbin.

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Playoff Rutledge Sep 16, 2022

Episode 38, Segment 2 -- Grant toys around with a Draft Lottery simulator as he dreams of the Nationals having the number 1 overall pick in the first ever MLB Draft Lottery. Then, Grant and Danny dive into the Game 1 of the Fredericksburg Nationals playoff series, as former first round pick RHP Jackson Rutledge put on a stellar performance in a win.

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The Look Ahead Sep 16, 2022

Episode 38, Segment 3 -- We read one of your latest 5-star reviews, and then take a peek into the upcoming series' for the Nats vs some NL East rivals.

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The CJ Abrams Experience; Check Your Rule Book; The Week Ahead Sep 14, 2022

Episode 37, FULL SHOW -- Grant and Danny recap the weekend that was for the Nats as they return home following a road series in Philadelphia, where CJ Abrams flashed a series of stellar defensive plays from the Shortstop position, including one that got him the Electric Play of the Week Award as recognized by Major League Baseball (2:00); Major League Baseball recently announced a plethora of new rules that will be introduced in 2023, including larger bases, pitch clocks, limitations to the shift, and more. Grant & Danny break it all down and predict how this will affect the game of Baseball going forward (25:30); Grant and Danny preview the week ahead for the Nationals organization, including a home stand for the Nats vs Baltimore and Miami, a playoff series for the Fred Nats, and a nationally broadcasted showcase for Robert Hassell III and the Harrisburg Senators (43:30).

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The CJ Abrams Experience Sep 14, 2022

Episode 37, Segment 1 -- Grant and Danny recap the weekend that was for the Nats as they return home following a road series in Philadelphia, where CJ Abrams flashed a series of stellar defensive plays from the Shortstop position, including one that got him the Electric Play of the Week Award as recognized by Major League Baseball.

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Check Your Rule Book Sep 14, 2022

Episode 37, Segment 2 -- Major League Baseball recently announced a plethora of new rules that will be introduced in 2023, including larger bases, pitch clocks, limitations to the shift, and more. Grant & Danny break it all down and predict how this will affect the game of Baseball going forward.

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The Week Ahead Sep 14, 2022

Episode 37, Segment 3 -- Grant and Danny preview the week ahead for the Nationals organization, including a home stand for the Nats vs Baltimore and Miami, a playoff series for the Fred Nats, and a nationally broadcasted showcase for Robert Hassell III and the Harrisburg Senators.

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One of a Kind; Around the Majors; Latest from the Farm Sep 09, 2022

Episode 36, FULL SHOW -- On Wednesday night, the Nats suffered a one of a kind loss in 2022, becoming the first team to surrender a 4-run lead in the bottom of the 9th in their loss to the Cardinals. Grant & Danny try to figure out why closers don't do well in non-save situations, and analyze the future of the bullpen. How well has Luke Voit fit in with the Nationals so far? Grant & Danny look at his time with the Nats so far, and then spin around the Major Leagues biggest stories, including thoughts on the NL and AL Wild Card races as the end of the regular season quickly approaches. Grant and Danny dive into the numbers from recent performances for some of the top players in the Nationals Minor League System, including Jarlin Susana, Robert Hassell III, Mitchell Parker, and more!

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One of a Kind Sep 09, 2022

Episode 36, Segment 1 -- On Wednesday night, the Nats suffered a one of a kind loss in 2022, becoming the first team to surrender a 4-run lead in the bottom of the 9th in their loss to the Cardinals. Grant & Danny try to figure out why closers don't do well in non-save situations, and analyze the future of the bullpen.

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Around the Majors Sep 09, 2022

Episode 36, Segment 2 -- How well has Luke Voit fit in with the Nationals so far? Grant & Danny look at his time with the Nats so far, and then spin around the Major Leagues biggest stories, including thoughts on the NL and AL Wild Card races as the end of the regular season quickly approaches.

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Latest from the Farm Sep 09, 2022

Episode 36, Segment 3 -- Grant and Danny dive into the numbers from recent performances for some of the top players in the Nationals Minor League System, including Jarlin Susana, Robert Hassell III, Mitchell Parker, and more!

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Not Your Average Rookie; Matt Weyrich Sep 07, 2022

Episode 35, FULL SHOW -- After winning 6 of their last 8 games, the Nats are hot and their young players are at the forefront of this recent stretch. Grant and Danny analyze the recent success of infielders CJ Abrams and Luis Garcia (1:30), catcher Keibert Ruiz (14:00), and how Joey Meneses has been the hottest hitter on the planet since his major league debut (22:00). Then, Matt Weyrich covers the Nationals for NBC Sports Washington, and joins Bustin' Loose Baseball with a reporter's perspective on the state of the Nationals (33:00).

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Not Your Average Rookie Sep 07, 2022

Episode 35, Segment 1 -- After winning 6 of their last 8 games, the Nats are hot and their young players are at the forefront of this recent stretch. Grant and Danny analyze the recent success of infielders CJ Abrams and Luis Garcia, catcher Keibert Ruiz, and how Joey Meneses has been the hottest hitter on the planet since his major league debut.

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Matt Weyrich of NBC Sports Washington Sep 07, 2022

Episode 35, Segment 2 -- Matt Weyrich covers the Nationals for NBC Sports Washington, and joins Bustin' Loose Baseball with a reporter's perspective on the state of the Nationals.

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Final Perspective Sep 07, 2022

Episode 35, Segment 3 -- Grant and Danny close out this episode with some perspective on what the Nats recent hot streak means in the grand scheme of the state of the franchise.

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Can We Have Nice Things?; Not Your Average Rookie Sep 02, 2022

Episode 34, FULL SHOW -- Days after his highly anticipated Major League debut, RHP Cade Cavalli lands on the Injured List with shoulder discomfort. Grant and Danny try to set expectations of whether or not to expect to see the young righty return before the end of the season. Plus, is CJ Abrams starting to figure it out at the plate? The numbers may indicate he's due to breakout sooner than later; Joey Meneses continues to impress as he's knocking out rookie records for the Nationals one by one. Is this sustainable? Is there a future for Meneses with the Nats? Grant and Danny discuss.

NOTE -- Technical difficulties resulted in an abrupt end to our second and third segment. We apologize for the abrupt end to this episode and look forward to providing you a full episode with a continued deep dive into the latest happenings in the Nationals Minor League system when we return next week for Episode 35. Thank you for understanding.

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Can We Have Nice Things? Sep 02, 2022

Episode 34, Segment 1 -- Days after his highly anticipated Major League debut, RHP Cade Cavalli lands on the Injured List with shoulder discomfort. Grant and Danny try to set expectations of whether or not to expect to see the young righty return before the end of the season. Plus, is CJ Abrams starting to figure it out at the plate? The numbers may indicate he's due to breakout sooner than later.

NOTE -- Technical difficulties resulted in an abrupt end to our second and third segment. We apologize for the abrupt end to this episode and look forward to providing you a full episode with a continued deep dive into the latest happenings in the Nationals Minor League system when we return next week for Episode 35. Thank you for understanding.

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Not Your Average Rookie Sep 02, 2022

Episode 34, Segment 2 -- Joey Meneses continues to impress as he's knocking out rookie records for the Nationals one by one. Is this sustainable? Is there a future for Meneses with the Nats? Grant and Danny discuss.

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Reviewing Cavalli's Debut; Grant's Trip to Fredericksburg Aug 30, 2022

Episode 33, FULL SHOW -- Cade Cavalli Day has come and gone, and on paper, it wasn't pretty. But Grant and Danny tell you why his Major League debut wasn't as bad as it seems, and how Cavalli should be poised to bounce back in starts to come this season (1:30). Grant was in Fredericksburg to see the Single-A debut of Nationals #8 Prospect RHP Jarlin Susana. Hear his thoughts on seeing the 6'6'' hurler in person (28:00), as well as impressions of seeing OF James Wood (#3 Prospect) for the first time (40:00).

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Reviewing Cavalli's Debut Aug 30, 2022

Episode 33, Segment 1 -- Cade Cavalli Day has come and gone, and on paper, it wasn't pretty. But Grant and Danny tell you why his Major League debut wasn't as bad as it seems, and how Cavalli should be poised to bounce back in starts to come this season.

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Grant's Field Trip to Fredericksburg Aug 30, 2022

Episode 33, Segment 2 -- Grant was in Fredericksburg to see the Single-A debut of Nationals #8 Prospect RHP Jarlin Susana. Hear his thoughts on seeing the 6'6'' hurler in person, as well as impressions of seeing OF James Wood (#3 Prospect) for the first time.

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It's Cade Cavalli Day! Aug 26, 2022

Episode 32, FULL SHOW -- In this quick edition of Bustin' Loose Baseball, Danny Rouhier breaks down what to expect as Nationals number 1 prospect, Cade Cavalli is set to make his debut Friday Night under the lights at Nats Park.

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Assessing the Newbies; Status on the Mound; Checking in on the Farm Aug 23, 2022

Episode 31, FULL SHOW -- On this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball, Grant and Danny shuffle through the Nats roster and Minor League system to see who's performing at a high level. First up, the guys assess the newcomers at the plate, including Joey Meneses, Ildemaro Vargas, and the pending return of Luis Garcia and his role going forward alongside CJ Abrams. Our player round-up of the Nats Major League roster continues as we look at the numbers and stats for the current pitching staff for the Nats. Has Patrick Corbin turned a corner? Which current members of the bullpen have a future in the rebuild? Grant and Danny close out the show by checking in on some of the numbers for the young rising stars in the Nationals Minor League system, including Cade Cavalli, James Wood, Elijah Green and more!

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Assessing the Newbies Aug 23, 2022

Episode 31, Segment 1 -- On this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball, Grant and Danny shuffle through the Nats roster and Minor League system to see who's performing at a high level. First up, the guys assess the newcomers at the plate, including Joey Meneses, Ildemaro Vargas, and the pending return of Luis Garcia and his role going forward alongside CJ Abrams.

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Status on the Mound Aug 23, 2022

Episode 31, Segment 2 -- Our player round-up of the Nats Major League roster continues as we look at the numbers and stats for the current pitching staff for the Nats. Has Patrick Corbin turned a corner? Which current members of the bullpen have a future in the rebuild?

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Checking in on the Farm Aug 23, 2022

Episode 31, Segment 3 -- Grant and Danny close out the show by checking in on some of the numbers for the young rising stars in the Nationals Minor League system, including Cade Cavalli, James Wood, Elijah Green and more!

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The First Radio Voice of the Nationals, Charlie Slowes Aug 20, 2022

Episode 30, FULL SHOW -- In this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball, Grant Paulsen is joined by the one half of the Radio Play-By-Play booth for the Nationals, Charlie Slowes. He details how he got it start with the Nationals, his transition from Tampa Bay to the District of Columbia, life on the road as a radio broadcaster, and stories from his tenure with the ball club.

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Top Pitching Prospect Cole Henry Out for Season, Details His Upcoming Major Procedure Aug 17, 2022

Episode 29, Bonus Interview -- After a dominant start to his 2022 season, Nationals Pitching prospect Cole Henry (Currently ranked #6 in the Nationals Minor League System) is out for the remainder of the year. Cole Henry joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to detail his battles with injuries that led to the discovery that he's suffering from Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, and that he'll undergo a procedure to correct it in the coming weeks.

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CJ Abrams Debuts; Cavalli Stays Hot; We Love Fired Up Gray Aug 16, 2022

Episode 29, FULL SHOW -- One of the major pieces the Nats received from the Padres in the Juan Soto trade, made his Nationals debut on Monday Night. Grant Paulsen breaks down the debut of Shortstop CJ Abrams, and what to expect from the young infielder through the remainder of the season. Plus, updates on the injury to Luis Garcia, and how Joey Meneses continues to flourish in his first few weeks as a major leaguer. Nationals top pitching prospect Cade Cavalli continues to impress as he struck out 11 batters over the weekend. Grant questions when we'll finally see Cavalli at the major league level. In Monday Night's win versus the Cubs, Josiah Gray found himself in a pinch late in the 6th inning. Grant and Producer Darris explain why this pivotal moment could instill confidence in the young starter going forward.

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CJ Abrams Debuts Aug 16, 2022

Episode 29, Segment 1 -- One of the major pieces the Nats received from the Padres in the Juan Soto trade, made his Nationals debut on Monday Night. Grant Paulsen breaks down the debut of Shortstop CJ Abrams, and what to expect from the young infielder through the remainder of the season. Plus, updates on the injury to Luis Garcia, and how Joey Meneses continues to flourish in his first few weeks as a major leaguer.

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Cavalli Stays Hot Aug 16, 2022

Episode 29, Segment 2 -- Nationals top pitching prospect Cade Cavalli continues to impress as he struck out 11 batters over the weekend. Grant questions when we'll finally see Cavalli at the major league level.

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We Love Fired Up Gray Aug 16, 2022

Episode 29, Segment 3 -- In Monday Night's win versus the Cubs, Josiah Gray found himself in a pinch late in the 6th inning. Grant and Producer Darris explain why this pivotal moment could instill confidence in the young starter going forward.

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Being Joey Meneses; Eric Bach; Gray Bounces Back Aug 11, 2022

Episode 28, FULL SHOW -- It's been a big first week in the major leagues for 30 year old DH/1B Joey Meneses as he hit his 4th HR with the Nats in his first 7 games. Grant Paulsen and Producer Darris discuss the big first week for Meneses and Luke Voit, and where Voit may fit in the future of the Nationals plans going forward.

Things are getting fun in Fredericksburg! Broadcast and Media Relations Assistant for the Fredericksburg Nationals, Eric Bach, joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to discuss the latest additions to the ball club, including OF James Wood and IF Trey Lipscomb, who each hit homeruns in their debuts with the team.

After a rough outing in Philadelphia last week, Josiah Gray bounced back with a strong 6+ inning start, only surrendering 1 homerun to the Cubs on Wednesday. Grant asks if fans are being too hard on the young starter as he navigates through his first full major league season.

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Being Joey Meneses Aug 11, 2022

Episode 28, Segment 1 -- It's been a big first week in the major leagues for 30 year old DH/1B Joey Meneses as he hit his 4th HR with the Nats in his first 7 games. Grant Paulsen and Producer Darris discuss the big first week for Meneses and Luke Voit, and where Voit may fit in the future of the Nationals plans going forward.

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Eric Bach Aug 11, 2022

Episode 28, Segment 2 -- Things are getting fun in Fredericksburg! Broadcast and Media Relations Assistant for the Fredericksburg Nationals, Eric Bach, joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to discuss the latest additions to the ball club, including OF James Wood and IF Trey Lipscomb, who each hit homeruns in their debuts with the team.

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Gray Bounces Back Aug 11, 2022

Episode 28, Segment 3 -- After a rough outing in Philadelphia last week, Josiah Gray bounced back with a strong 6+ inning start, only surrendering 1 homerun to the Cubs on Wednesday. Grant asks if fans are being too hard on the young starter as he navigates through his first full major league season.

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Now That The Dust Has Settled; Kiley McDaniel; What to Watch This Week Aug 09, 2022

Episode 27, FULL SHOW -- It's been a full week since the MLB Trade Deadline. With the face of the franchise now on the left coast, what reasons should you be watching the Nationals for the remainder of the 2022 season? Grant Paulsen breaks down players to watch in the final months of the season. Plus, with Patrick Corbin's struggles reaching new lows with each start, is it time to move Corbin to the bullpen? ESPN Baseball Insider Kiley McDaniel joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to breakdown how the the package of prospects the Nationals received from the Padres has skyrocketed the Nats Minor League system rankings. Grant and Producer Darris briefly discuss what to look out for from the Nats this week, including the return of Juan Soto and Josh Bell this coming weekend.

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Now That The Dust Has Settled Aug 09, 2022

Episode 27, Segment 1 -- It's been a full week since the MLB Trade Deadline. With the face of the franchise now on the left coast, what reasons should you be watching the Nationals for the remainder of the 2022 season? Grant Paulsen breaks down players to watch in the final months of the season. Plus, with Patrick Corbin's struggles reaching new lows with each start, is it time to move Corbin to the bullpen?

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Kiley McDaniel Aug 09, 2022

Episode 27, Segment 2 -- ESPN Baseball Insider Kiley McDaniel joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to breakdown how the the package of prospects the Nationals received from the Padres has skyrocketed the Nats Minor League system rankings.

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What to Watch This Week Aug 09, 2022

Episode 27, Segment 3 -- Grant and Producer Darris briefly discuss what to look out for from the Nats this week, including the return of Juan Soto and Josh Bell this coming weekend.

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JUAN SOTO EMERGENCY POD; Best of Reactions from Interviews Aug 03, 2022

Episode 26, FULL SHOW -- The time has come. The MLB Trade Deadline has come and gone, and the Nationals have officially traded Juan Soto and Josh Bell to San Diego in return for a mega haul of young talent and prospects. Grant and Danny react to the deal, breakdown the newly acquired players that are coming to Washington, and try make sense of what the future of the Nationals looks like post-Juan Soto. It was a busy day on the Grant & Danny Show on 106.7 The Fan. Hear the best of various interviews from today's show, featuring appearances by Barry Svrluga of The Washington Post (40:00), Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline (46:00), New Nats LHP Mackenzie Gore (57:00), David Aldridge of The Athletic (1:01:00), and Former Nats Outfielder and member of the 2019 World Series Roster Adam Eaton (1:09:00). Grant and Danny close out this emergency episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball with thoughts from Producer Darris, who himself is a Nats fan trying to process the fallout from the big trade.

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JUAN SOTO EMERGENCY POD Aug 03, 2022

Episode 26, Segment 1 -- The time has come. The MLB Trade Deadline has come and gone, and the Nationals have officially traded Juan Soto and Josh Bell to San Diego in return for a mega haul of young talent and prospects. Grant and Danny react to the deal, breakdown the newly acquired players that are coming to Washington, and try make sense of what the future of the Nationals looks like post Juan Soto.

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Best Of Reactions from Interviews Aug 03, 2022

Episode 26, Segment 2 -- It was a busy day on the Grant & Danny Show on 106.7 The Fan. Hear the best of various interviews from today's show, featuring appearances by Barry Svrluga of The Washington Post (1:00), Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline (7:00), New Nats LHP Mackenzie Gore (17:40), David Aldridge of The Athletic (22:00), and Former Nats Outfielder and member of the 2019 World Series Roster Adam Eaton (30:00).

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Final Thoughts on Soto to SD Aug 03, 2022

Episode 26, Segment 3 -- Grant and Danny close out this emergency episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball with thoughts from Producer Darris, who himself is a Nats fan trying to process the fallout from the big trade.

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Day 16 of Soto Watch; Who's In? Who's Out?; Listener Reviews Aug 01, 2022

Episode 25, FULL SHOW -- The clock is ticking as the MLB Trade deadline quickly approaches. Grant and Danny discuss the latest rumors circling around the Nats and various teams who could be suitors for the 23 year old All-Star (3:00). Grant and Danny determine if they would be disappointed if a trade involving Soto doesn't happen at this point. Plus, they discuss the latest in who could likely be moved from the Nats by the Tuesday trade deadline (20:00). Then, Grant and Danny read your 5-star reviews of Bustin' Loose Baseball, and we try to decipher if one of them is actually a relative of a former Bustin' Loose Baseball guest (38:00).

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Day 16 of Soto Watch Aug 01, 2022

Episode 25, Segment 1 -- The clock is ticking as the MLB Trade deadline quickly approaches. Grant and Danny discuss the latest rumors circling around the Nats and various teams who could be suitors for the 23 year old All-Star.

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Who's In? Who's Out? Aug 01, 2022

Episode 25, Segment 2 -- Grant and Danny determine if they would be disappointed if a trade involving Soto doesn't happen at this point. Plus, they discuss the latest in who could likely be moved from the Nats by the Tuesday trade deadline.

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Listener Reviews Aug 01, 2022

Episode 25, Segment 3 -- Grant and Danny read your 5-star reviews of Bustin' Loose Baseball, and we try to decipher if one of them is actually a relative of a former Bustin' Loose Baseball guest.

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Trade Deadline Looms; J.J. Cooper; Minor League Roundup Jul 29, 2022

Episode 24, FULL SHOW -- With only a few days left before the MLB Trade Deadline, teams around the league are ringing the phone off the hook at the Nationals offices. Grant and Danny discuss how likely it is that a deal is made by the deadline (3:00), and what other Nats we could see traded away by August 2nd (27:00). If the Nats do end up trading Juan Soto, who are some of the big name prospects that we could expect to see exchanged for the All-Star? J.J. Cooper of Baseball America joins the show to highlight prospects from the Dodgers, Cardinals, Yankees and more! (32:00). Grant and Danny close out this edition of Bustin' Loose Baseball by checking in on the numbers for some of the hot prospects in the Nationals Minor League system (53:00).

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Trade Deadline Looms Jul 29, 2022

Episode 24, Segment 1 -- With only a few days left before the MLB Trade Deadline, teams around the league are ringing the phone off the hook at the Nationals offices. Grant and Danny discuss how likely it is that a deal is made by the deadline, and what other Nats we could see traded away by August 2nd.

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J.J. Cooper of Baseball America Jul 29, 2022

Episode 24, Segment 2 -- If the Nats do end up trading Juan Soto, who are some of the big name prospects that we could expect to see exchanged for the All-Star? J.J. Cooper of Baseball America joins the show to highlight prospects from the Dodgers, Cardinals, Yankees and more!

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Minor League Roundup Jul 29, 2022

Episode 24, Segment 3 -- Grant and Danny close out this edition of Bustin' Loose Baseball by checking in on the numbers for some of the hot prospects in the Nationals Minor League system.

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Jim Bowden on Juan Soto Jul 26, 2022

Episode 23, BONUS SEGMENT -- Former GM and Current MLB Analyst Jim Bowden joined the Grant and Danny Show on 106.7 The Fan and provided gave his thoughts on the inevitability that Juan Soto will be traded by August 2nd. He also provided some insight on why the Nats shouldn't attach Patrick Corbin in a Soto Deal, which teams he would prefer to deal with, and why the potential new owner of the Nats likely prefers Soto to be gone before taking on the Nationals Franchise.

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The Juan Soto Saga Continues; Kevin Blackistone Jul 25, 2022

Episode 23, FULL SHOW -- Grant Paulsen is back from Los Angeles to give his reactions to all of the buzz surrounding Juan Soto. Will he be traded before the August 2nd deadline? What could a potential deal look like? Would any trade be enough to satisfy fans? Grant and Danny break down the continuation of the Juan Soto saga (3:00). Then, Kevin Blackistone of ESPN and the Washington Post joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to detail his latest article, where he asks why Nats fans should stick around if the team moves on from Juan Soto (37:00).

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The Juan Soto Saga Continues Jul 25, 2022

Episode 23, Segment 1 -- Grant Paulsen is back from Los Angeles to give his reactions to all the buzz surrounding Juan Soto. Will he be traded before the August 2nd deadline? What could a potential deal look like? Would any trade be enough to satisfy fans? Grant and Danny break down the continuation of the Juan Soto saga.

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Kevin Blackistone Jul 25, 2022

Episode 23, Segment 2 -- Kevin Blackistone of ESPN and the Washington Post joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to detail his latest article, where he asks why Nats fans should stick around if the team moves on from Juan Soto.

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Final Thoughts Jul 25, 2022

Episode 23, Segment 3 -- Grant and Danny give their final thoughts on Kevin Blackistone's article, and where the Juan Soto saga goes over the next couple of weeks.

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The Summer of Soto; Barry Svrluga Jul 20, 2022

Episode 22, FULL SHOW -- As the week has gone on and the All-Star Week festivities have passed, more details continue to emerge around the leaked contract talks between Juan Soto and the Nationals. Danny breaks down the latest details (2:00). Barry Svrluga of The Washington Post joined Danny on the Grant & Danny Show this week to discuss how the Nationals got to this point with Juan Soto, and how this ultimately will effect the fan base and the franchise going forward (34:00).

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The Summer of Soto Jul 20, 2022

Episode 22, Segment 1 -- As the week has gone on and the All-Star Week festivities have passed, more details continue to emerge around the leaked contract talks between Juan Soto and the Nationals. Danny breaks down the latest details.

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Barry Svrluga Jul 20, 2022

Episode 22, Segment 2 -- Barry Svrluga of The Washington Post joined Danny on the Grant & Danny Show this week to discuss how the Nationals got to this point with Juan Soto, and how this ultimately will effect the fan base and the franchise going forward.

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What Lies Ahead? Jul 20, 2022

Episode 22, Segment 3 -- Danny closes out the show with what lies ahead in these next couple of weeks for the Nationals.

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The Soto Podcast; Britt Ghiroli; How Does It End? Jul 19, 2022

Episode 21, Segment 1 -- With news breaking over the weekend that Nats All-Star OF Juan Soto declined the teams most recent offer of $440 Million over 15 years, Danny Rouhier reacts to the fallout and tries to make sense of this time of despair for the franchise (2:00). Then, Britt Ghiroli of The Athletic wrote that trading Juan Soto is inevitable at this point. She joined Danny on Monday's Grant & Danny Show to detail her story (31:00). Danny and Darris predict how long the Juan Soto saga could go on, and what the end of it could look like (47:30).

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The Soto Podcast Jul 18, 2022

Episode 21, Segment 1 -- With news breaking over the weekend that Nats All-Star OF Juan Soto declined the teams most recent offer of $440 Million over 15 years, Danny Rouhier reacts to the fallout and tries to make sense of this time of despair for the franchise.

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Britt Ghiroli Jul 18, 2022

Episode 21, Segment 2 -- Britt Ghiroli of The Athletic wrote that trading Juan Soto is inevitable at this point. She joined Danny on Monday's Grant & Danny Show to detail her story.

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How Does This End? Jul 18, 2022

Episode 21, Segment 3 -- Danny and Darris predict how long the Juan Soto saga could go on, and what the end of it could look like.

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Let's Play Two; Steve Bernhardt; Teddy Cahill Jul 14, 2022

Episode 20, FULL SHOW -- The Nats drop both ends of Wednesday's double-header with Seattle. Grant and Danny breakdown their takeaways from the twin bill, including Juan Soto continuing to heat up, and how important Erick Fedde is to the pitching rotation going forward (2:00). Our draft week coverage continues as Steve Bernhardt joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to provide info on the top high school prospects available in the 2022 MLB Draft, and if the Nationals could be targeting any of the young stars of the future (12:00). Then, after getting insight on some of the best high school prospects in this weekends draft, Grant and Danny chat with Teddy Cahill of Baseball America to get insight on the best college prospects to look out for (34:00).

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Let's Play Two Jul 14, 2022

Episode 20, Segment 1 -- The Nats drop both ends of Wednesday's double-header with Seattle. Grant and Danny breakdown their takeaways from the twin bill, including Juan Soto continuing to heat up, and how important Erick Fedde is to the pitching rotation going forward.

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Steve Bernhardt Jul 14, 2022

Episode 20, Segment 2 -- Our draft week coverage continues as Steve Bernhardt joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to provide info on the top high school prospects available in the 2022 MLB Draft, and if the Nationals could be targeting any of the young stars of the future.

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Teddy Cahill Jul 14, 2022

Episode 20, Segment 3 -- After getting insight on some of the best high school prospects in this weekends draft, Grant and Danny chat with Teddy Cahill of Baseball America to get insight on the best college prospects to look out for.

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Hey Now, Juan's An All-Star; Eric Longenhagen; Keith Law Jul 11, 2022

Episode 19, FULL SHOW -- Juan Soto has been named to the NL All-Star Team for the 2nd straight year in his young career. Grant and Danny breakdown why Soto is having a better year than you think (2:00), and how Josh Bell can potentially still make his way onto the All-Star Roster (12:00). Plus, G&D hand out their mid-season awards for the Nats (15:30). Then, FanGraphs Lead Prospect Analyst Eric Longenhagen stops by Bustin' Loose Baseball to detail his article on the weaknesses of the Nationals Minor League system, and spotlight some of the top prospects in this weekends MLB Draft (24:20). Keith Law of The Athletic joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to provide insight on his latest Mock Draft ahead of the 2022 MLB Draft this coming weekend (50:30).

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Hey Now, Juan's an All-Star Jul 11, 2022

Episode 19, Segment 1 -- Juan Soto has been named to the NL All-Star Team for the 2nd straight year in his young career. Grant and Danny breakdown why Soto is having a better year than you think, and how Josh Bell can potentially still make his way onto the All-Star Roster. Plus, G&D hand out their mid-season awards for the Nats.

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Eric Longenhagen Jul 11, 2022

Episode 19, Segment 2 -- FanGraphs Lead Prospect Analyst Eric Longenhagen stops by Bustin' Loose Baseball to detail his article on the weaknesses of the Nationals Minor League system, and spotlight some of the top prospects in this weekends MLB Draft.

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Keith Law Jul 11, 2022

Episode 19, Segment 3 -- Keith Law of The Athletic joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to provide insight on his latest Mock Draft ahead of the 2022 MLB Draft this coming weekend.

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Fixing the System; All Aboard the Gray Train; Fair or Foul Jul 07, 2022

Episode 18, Segment 1 -- FanGraphs reviewed the Nationals Minor League system, and ranked only one player in their above average category. With the MLB Draft on the horizon, Danny Rouhier takes a look at 1st round draft picks of the Nationals past and why this year's draft is as important as ever to replenish a talent-laden system (2:00). Following a career performance on Wednesday night in Philadelphia, Josiah Gray's development this season has been a treat to watch. Danny explains how Gray is making adjustments and pushing to be a top of the rotation starter for years to come (20:00). Danny plays a game of 'Fair or Foul' with Producer Darris, featuring burning questions revolving around the Nats. We close out this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball with your 5-star reviews (26:00).

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Fixing the System Jul 07, 2022

Episode 18, Segment 1 -- FanGraphs reviewed the Nationals Minor League system, and ranked only one player in their above average category. With the MLB Draft on the horizon, Danny Rouhier takes a look at 1st round draft picks of the Nationals past and why this year's draft is as important as ever to replenish a talent-laden system.

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All Aboard the Gray Train Jul 07, 2022

Episode 18, Segment 2 -- Following a career performance on Wednesday night in Philadelphia, Josiah Gray's development this season has been a treat to watch. Danny explains how Gray is making adjustments and pushing to be a top of the rotation starter for years to come.

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Fair or Foul Jul 07, 2022

Episode 18, Segment 3 -- Danny plays a game of 'Fair or Foul' with Producer Darris, featuring burning questions revolving around the Nats. We close out this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball with your 5-star reviews.

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A Renaissance and a Man Down; No More Fish; The Bell Keeps on Ringing Jul 06, 2022

Episode 17, FULL SHOW -- Patrick Corbin has put together another set of back to back quality starts. While he may have found a groove, Grant and Danny break down why Corbin remains far from his 2019 form (5:00). Then, following a rough outing vs the Marlins, Jackson Tetreault found himself on the Injured List earlier this week. What does this mean for Tetreault and the rotation going forward? (15:00). After another sweep by the Marlins, Grant and Danny try to figure out why exactly Miami have the Nats number (26:00). The Nats first baseman Josh Bell remains hot to start the month of July. How far is he pushing his asking price in a potential trade later this month? (30:00)

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A Renaissance and a Man Down Jul 06, 2022

Episode 17, Segment 1 -- Patrick Corbin has put together another set of back to back quality starts. While he may have found a groove, Grant and Danny break down why Corbin remains far from his 2019 form. Then, following a rough outing vs the Marlins, Jackson Tetreault found himself on the Injured List earlier this week. What does this mean for Tetreault and the rotation going forward?

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No More Fish Jul 06, 2022

Episode 17, Segment 2 -- After another sweep by the Marlins, Grant and Danny try to figure out why exactly Miami have the Nats number.

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The Bell Keeps on Ringing Jul 06, 2022

Episode 17, Segment 3 -- The Nats first baseman Josh Bell remains hot to start the month of July. How far is he pushing his asking price in a potential trade later this month?

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A Messy Wednesday at the Park; Jackson Rutledge; Superlative of the Week Jul 01, 2022

Episode 16, FULL SHOW -- The Nationals wrapped up a series versus the Pirates, in which they won the series, but ended on a sour note after a flurry of mistakes and one of the weirdest sequences seen in Baseball this year. Grant and Danny try to make sense of it all (1:00). Then, Grant and Danny take a look into Josh Bell's numbers and inquire if the 1st Baseman has a chance to make the All-Star Game (8:00). 2019 1st Round Pick Jackson Rutledge joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to discuss his recent hot stretch with the Fredericksburg Nationals, overcoming injuries early in his career, and answers some 'Get to Know You' questions from Grant and Danny (13:00). Grant and Danny end this week of Bustin' Loose Baseball by handing out our Superlative of the Week (42:00).

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A Messy Wednesday at the Park Jul 01, 2022

Episode 16, Segment 1 -- The Nationals wrapped up a series versus the Pirates, in which they won the series, but ended on a sour note after a flurry of mistakes and one of the weirdest sequences seen in Baseball this year. Grant and Danny try to make sense of it all. Then, Grant and Danny take a look into Josh Bell's numbers and inquire if the 1st Baseman has a chance to make the All-Star Game.

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Jackson Rutledge Jul 01, 2022

Episode 16, Segment 2 -- 2019 1st Round Pick Jackson Rutledge joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to discuss his recent hot stretch with the Fredericksburg Nationals, overcoming injuries early in his career, and answers some 'Get to Know You' questions from Grant and Danny.

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Superlative of the Week Jul 01, 2022

Episode 16, Segment 3 -- Grant and Danny end this week of Bustin' Loose Baseball by handing out our Superlative of the Week.

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National Power Outage; Jackson Tetreault; Studs & Duds Jun 27, 2022

Episode 15, FULL SHOW -- It's a new week on Bustin' Loose Baseball! Grant and Danny kick off this episode discussing an impressive string of starts for SP Jackson Tetreault (1:00). Then, with only two home runs in the last week, G&D dive deeper into the lack of Home Run power by the Nationals offense (14:00). Following 6 Innings of 1-Run ball, Nationals Starting Pitcher Jackson Tetreault joins Grant and Danny to talk about the start his major league career, his pitching repertoire, and more (23:00). Grant, Danny and Producer Darris hand out their awards for the Studs and Duds of the week that was, where the Nats faced off with the Orioles and Rangers (44:00).

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National Power Outage Jun 27, 2022

Episode 15, Segment 1 -- It's a new week on Bustin' Loose Baseball! Grant and Danny kick off this episode discussing an impressive string of starts for SP Jackson Tetreault. Then, with only two home runs in the last week, G&D dive deeper into the lack of Home Run power by the Nationals offense.

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Jackson Tetreault Jun 27, 2022

Episode 15, Segment 2 -- Following 6 Innings of 1-Run ball, Nationals Starting Pitcher Jackson Tetreault joins Grant and Danny to talk about the start his major league career, his pitching repertoire, and more!

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Studs & Duds of the Week Jun 27, 2022

Episode 15, Segment 3 -- Grant, Danny and Producer Darris hand out their awards for the Studs and Duds of the week that was, where the Nats faced off with the Orioles and Rangers.

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A Weekend in Texas; Dave Jageler; Superlative of the Week Jun 25, 2022

Episode 14, FULL SHOW -- Grant & Danny take a peek into the Nats first series in Texas since 2005 as the Nats take on the Rangers for a weekend Interleague series (1:00). One half of the Radio play-by-play booth, Dave Jageler, joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to give us insight on life on the road as an MLB Broadcaster. He discusses what it's like to prepare to call a game, traveling across the country, what it was like to call games during the pandemic, and more! (4:30). We read off the latest 5-star reviews of Bustin' Loose Baseball, and hit our Superlative of the Week, which asks, which current Nats player would make a good NBA prospect? (36:30)

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A Weekend in Texas Jun 25, 2022

Episode 14, Segment 1 -- Grant & Danny take a peek into the Nats first series in Texas since 2005 as the Nats take on the Rangers for a weekend Interleague series.

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Dave Jageler Jun 25, 2022

Episode 14, Segment 2 -- One half of the Radio play-by-play booth, Dave Jageler, joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to give us insight on life on the road as an MLB Broadcaster. He discusses what it's like to prepare to call a game, traveling across the country, what it was like to call games during the pandemic, and more!

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Superlative of the Week Jun 25, 2022

Episode 14, Segment 3 -- We read off the latest 5-star reviews of Bustin' Loose Baseball, and hit our Superlative of the Week, which asks, which current Nats player would make a good NBA prospect?

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Zimmerman Weekend Was a Huge Success; Ryan Zimmerman; Previewing the Beltway Series Jun 21, 2022

Episode 13, FULL SHOW -- Grant and Danny give kudos to the Nationals Organization for putting on a hugely successful weekend in celebration of everyone's favorite Employee #11, Ryan Zimmerman (1:00). Then, the man himself Ryan Zimmerman joined Grant and Danny last week on 106.7 The Fan. Hear the full interview right here on Bustin' Loose Baseball (16:30). We close out this early week edition of Bustin' Loose Baseball looking ahead to the Beltway Series between the Nats and Orioles, and what impact the Orioles will have locally as their arrow trends upward (40:10).

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Zimmerman Weekend Was a Huge Success Jun 21, 2022

Episode 13, Segment 1 -- Grant and Danny give kudos to the Nationals Organization for putting on a great weekend to celebrate everyone's favorite Employee #11, Ryan Zimmerman.

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Ryan Zimmerman Jun 21, 2022

Episode 13, Segment 2 -- Grant and Danny kicked off Ryan Zimmerman Weekend by having the man himself on their show on 106.7 The Fan last week. Hear that interview in full right here on Bustin' Loose Baseball!

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Garcia Gets the Nod; Tripp Keister; Fair or Foul Jun 16, 2022

Episode 12, FULL SHOW -- Manager Davey Martinez makes it official, that Luis Garcia will remain the primary starter at Shortstop, despite Alcides Escobar's pending return. Grant and Danny provide their thoughts on Garcia's hot start (1:40), plus check-in on where Erick Fedde falls into this current rebuild for the home team (5:30). Double-A Harrisburg Manager Tripp Keister joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to give us insight on some of the talent that is working their way up through the Nationals Minor League system, and some of the players who have recently made the Major Leagues that previously made stops through Harrisburg (8:00). To close out the show, Grant and Danny play a game of 'Fair or Foul' with Producer Darris, featuring a series of statements and predictions for some of your favorite Nationals players (50:30).

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Garcia Gets the Nod Jun 16, 2022

Episode 12, Segment 1 -- Manager Davey Martinez makes it official, that Luis Garcia will remain the primary starter at Shortstop, despite Alcides Escobar's pending return. Grant and Danny provide their thoughts on Garcia's hot start, plus check-in on where Erick Fedde falls into this current rebuild for the home team.

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Tripp Keister Jun 16, 2022

Episode 12, Segment 2 -- Double-A Harrisburg Manager Tripp Keister joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to give us insight on some of the talent that is working their way up through the Nationals Minor League system, and some of the players who have recently made the Major Leagues that previously made stops through Harrisburg.

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Fair or Foul Jun 16, 2022

Episode 12, Segment 3 -- Grant and Danny play a game of 'Fair or Foul' with Producer Darris, featuring a series of statements and predictions for some of your favorite Nationals players.

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Strasmas Ends Early; Nats To-Do List; Studs and Duds of the Week Jun 14, 2022

Episode 11, FULL SHOW -- News broke that Stephen Strasburg is headed back to the Injured List with discomfort in his ribs. Grant and Danny react and try to figure out how this could impact the future of Strasburg and the Nationals (1:00). In a season of rebuilding, Grant and Danny create a to-do list of things to look out for over the next several weeks, including whether or not Lane Thomas is a potential long term player (19:50), if Patrick Corbin has re-invented himself (26:20), continued evaluation on Infielder Luis Garcia (32:30), and if the Nats should be pitching Evan Lee over Paolo Espino going forward (39:10). Grant and Danny finish out this episode as they hand out their awards for Studs and Duds for the week that was as the Nats faced off with the Marlins and Brewers (45:00).

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Strasmas Ends Early Jun 14, 2022

Episode 11, Segment 1 -- News broke that Stephen Strasburg is headed back to the Injured List with discomfort in his ribs. Grant and Danny react and try to figure out how this could impact the future of Strasburg and the Nationals.

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Nats To-Do List Jun 14, 2022

Episode 11, Segment 2 -- In a season of rebuilding, Grant and Danny create a to-do list of things to look out for over the next several weeks, including whether or not Lane Thomas is a potential long term player, if Patrick Corbin has re-invented himself, continued evaluation on Infielder Luis Garcia, and if the Nats should be pitching Evan Lee over Paolo Espino going forward.

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Studs and Duds of the Week Jun 14, 2022

Episode 11, Segment 3 -- Grant and Danny hand out their awards for Studs and Duds for the week that was as the Nats faced off with the Marlins and Brewers.

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Merry Strasmas!; Dave Jageler + Lane Thomas; Superlative of the Week Jun 10, 2022

Episode 10, FULL SHOW -- Stephen Strasburg has returned to the major leagues! Grant and Danny break down his return vs the Marlins (1:00), and then discuss what his return means for the future of the franchise. Plus, we take a look at the rest of the pitching staff so far this season (11:00), and inquire whether or not Tanner Rainey could be a trade candidate this summer (20:15). Later, One of the Radio Play-By-Play voices of the Washington Nationals, Dave Jageler joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to discuss the outlook for Stephen Strasburg now that he's returned (32:15). Then, Nats Outfielder Lane Thomas joins Grant and Danny following his big series in Cincinnati, where he mashed 3 homeruns in one game (45:15). To end the show, Grant and Danny hand out their Superlative of the Week, and read off some of your 5-Star reviews! (1:02:40)

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Merry Strasmas! Jun 10, 2022

Episode 10, Segment 1 -- Stephen Strasburg has returned to the major leagues! Grant and Danny break down his return vs the Marlins, and then discuss what his return means for the future of the franchise. Plus, we take a look at the rest of the pitching staff so far this season, and inquire whether or not Tanner Rainey could be a trade candidate this summer.

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Dave Jageler + Lane Thomas Jun 10, 2022

Episode 10, Segment 2 -- One of the Radio Play-By-Play voices of the Washington Nationals, Dave Jageler joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to discuss the outlook for Stephen Strasburg now that he's returned. Then, Nats Outfielder Lane Thomas joins Grant and Danny following his big series in Cincinnati, where he mashed 3 homeruns in one game.

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Superlative of the Week Jun 10, 2022

Episode 10, Segment 3 -- Grant and Danny hand out their Superlative of the Week, and read off some of your latest 5-star reviews!

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Stay Hot Nelson Cruz; Ben Strauss; Studs & Duds Jun 07, 2022

Episode 9, FULL SHOW -- After a rough series versus the Mets, the Nats broke out in a big way winning 3 of 4 in Cincinnati. Grant and Danny take a look at big series for Juan Soto and Lane Thomas, as well as the resurgence of Nelson Cruz, and some concerns behind the numbers for Josiah Gray (6:00). Plus, it was a big weekend in Triple-A Rochester as Strasburg, Cavalli, and Henry put up strong outings in consecutive days. Hear Grant and Danny's takeaways from a big weekend for some Nationals arms (27:10). Later, Ben Strauss of the Washington Post joined Grant and Danny to discuss his story on how the MASN deal with the Orioles could play a big factor in the sale of the Nationals franchise (33:00). Then we close out the show with our Studs and Duds of the week that was as the Nats faced the Mets and Reds (43:00).

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Stay Hot Nelson Cruz Jun 07, 2022

Episode 9, Segment 1 -- After a rough series versus the Mets, the Nats broke out in a big way winning 3 of 4 in Cincinnati. Grant and Danny take a look at big series for Juan Soto and Lane Thomas, as well as the resurgence of Nelson Cruz and some concerns behind the numbers of Josiah Gray. Plus, it was a big weekend in Triple-A Rochester as Strasburg, Cavalli, and Henry put up strong outings in consecutive days. Hear Grant and Danny's takeaways from a big weekend for some Nationals arms.

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Studs & Duds of the Week Jun 07, 2022

Episode 9, Segment 3 -- Grant, Danny and Producer Darris give their picks for Studs and Duds from the week that was as the Nats took on the Mets and Reds.

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Luis Garcia, Evan Lee Arrive; Josh Whetzel; Superlative of the Week Jun 02, 2022

Episode 8, FULL SHOW -- Injuries and recent DFA's have opened the way for the Nationals to call upon some of their top prospects in their Minor League system. Grant and Danny breakdown the debuts of IF Luis Garcia and LHP Evan Lee (2:00). Then, we get the scouting report on Garcia and many more of the Nationals Triple-A prospects from the Play-by-Play voice of the Rochester Red Wings, Josh Whetzel (14:00). Plus, Grant and Danny choose which Nationals player they would want to have their back in a brawl (48:00).

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Luis Garcia, Evan Lee Arrive to the Big Leagues Jun 02, 2022

Episode 8, Segment 1 -- Injuries and recent DFA's have opened the way for the Nationals to call upon some of their top prospects in their Minor League system. Grant and Danny breakdown the debuts of IF Luis Garcia and LHP Evan Lee.

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Josh Whetzel Jun 02, 2022

Episode 8, Segment 2 -- With the recent call-up of Infielder Luis Garcia, Grant and Danny get the scouting report on Garcia and many more Triple-A Prospects from the Play-by-Play voice of the Rochester Red Wings, Josh Whetzel.

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Superlative of the Week Jun 02, 2022

Episode 8, Segment 3 -- Grant and Danny's Superlative of the Week asks, which National would you most want to have your back in a brawl? Plus, Producer Darris reads your reviews!

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Evan Lee Gets the Call; Jon Heyman on Soto; Studs & Duds of the Week Jun 01, 2022

Episode 7, FULL SHOW -- With the recent release of RHP Aaron Sanchez, the Nationals find themselves with an open rotation spot. In comes LHP Evan Lee. A 15th Round selection by the Nats in 2018, Lee will make his major league debut as he's set to start at New York on Wednesday. Grant and Danny set the expectations for Evan Lee's debut and what the move means for the organization (4:10). Jon Heyman spoke on his podcast about Juan Soto and the likelihood that he will remain in DC as a big part of the potential sale of the Washington Nationals franchise. Grant and Danny react to Heyman's comments (12:30). Plus, Grant and Danny round up the latest in injuries for the Nationals, including Strasburg's recent rehab start, and bad news for Joe Ross and Carter Kieboom (28:20). And is it too early to look at potential trade deadline candidates? (42:30). Grant and Danny close out the week that was by selecting their Studs & Duds from the Nats recent series vs the Dodgers and Rockies (45:30).

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Evan Lee Gets the Call Jun 01, 2022

Episode 7, Segment 1 -- With the recent release of RHP Aaron Sanchez, the Nationals find themselves with an open rotation spot. In comes LHP Evan Lee. A 15th Round selection by the Nats in 2018, Lee will make his major league debut as he's set to start at New York on Wednesday. Grant and Danny set the expectations for Evan Lee's debut and what the move means for the organization.

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Jon Heyman on Soto + Injury Updates Jun 01, 2022

Episode 6, Segment 2 -- Jon Heyman spoke on his podcast about Juan Soto and the likelihood that he will remain in DC as a big part of the potential sale of the Washington Nationals franchise. Grant and Danny react to Heyman's comments. Plus, Grant and Danny round up the latest in injuries for the Nationals, including Strasburg's recent rehab start, and bad news for Joe Ross and Carter Kieboom. And is it too early to look at potential trade deadline candidates?

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Studs & Duds of the Week Jun 01, 2022

Episode 7, Segment 3 -- Grant and Danny close out the week that was by selecting their Studs & Duds from the Nats recent series vs the Dodgers and Rockies.

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Assessing Strasburg's Return to the Mound; Brady House; Superlative of the Week May 26, 2022

Episode 6, FULL SHOW -- Grant and Danny breakdown the first of what could be many Minor League Rehab starts for former World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg (4:30). Plus, Grant gives his impressions of 18 year old Shortstop prospect Brady House after seeing him display his talents for the Fredericksburg Nationals (14:40). Then, Grant interviews Nationals 1st Round Pick from 2021, SS Brady House, ahead of a big night in Fredericksburg as Stephen Strasburg is in town to pitch for the 'Fred Nats' (24:20). Grant and Danny discuss the return of 2018 1st Round Pick Mason Denaburg, and Josiah Gray's recent start versus his former team, the Los Angeles Dodgers (31:20). Then, we wrap up the show with our Superlative of the Week, and reading listener reviews of the podcast (37:40).

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Assessing Strasburg's Return to the Mound May 26, 2022

Episode 6, Segment 1 -- Grant and Danny breakdown the first of what could be many Minor League Rehab starts for former World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg. Plus, Grant gives his impressions of 18 year old Shortstop prospect Brady House after seeing him display his talents for the Fredericksburg Nationals.

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Brady House May 26, 2022

Episode 6, Segment 2 -- Grant interviews Nationals 1st Round Pick from 2021, SS Brady House, ahead of a big night in Fredericksburg as Stephen Strasburg is in town to pitch for the 'Fred Nats'.

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Superlative of the Week May 26, 2022

Episode 6, Segment 3 -- Grant and Danny discuss the return of 2018 1st Round Pick Mason Denaburg, and Josiah Gray's recent start versus his former team, the Los Angeles Dodgers. Then, we wrap up the show with our Superlative of the Week, and reading listener reviews of the podcast!

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Futures of Rizzo & Davey? + Trea Turner Returns to DC; Barry Svrluga; Studs & Duds May 24, 2022

Episode 5, FULL SHOW -- With Nationals GM Mike Rizzo and Manager Davey Martinez reaching the end of their current contracts, what's next for the Nationals and their World Series GM/Coach tandem? (4:00) Plus, Trea Turner returns to DC this week as the Dodgers are in town. Grant & Danny revisit the trade that sent Turner to Los Angeles (24:00). And Juan Soto has been moved to batting 3rd in the lineup. Will this be the move that gets his bat rolling? Later, Barry Svrluga of the Washington Post recently joined us on the Grant & Danny Show on 106.7 The Fan. Hear Svrluga's takes on the development of Victor Robles, potential sale of the Nationals franchise, and the swirling rumors that Juan Soto could be traded this summer (36:00). And to end the show, Grant & Danny and Producer Darris make their selections for their Studs & Duds from the week that was for the Nationals vs the Marlins and Brewers (52:00).

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Future of Rizzo & Davey + Trea Turner Returns to DC May 24, 2022

Episode 5, Segment 1 -- With Nationals GM Mike Rizzo and Manager Davey Martinez reaching the end of their current contracts, what's next for the Nationals and their World Series GM/Coach tandem? Plus, Trea Turner returns to DC this week as the Dodgers are in town. Grant & Danny revisit the trade that sent Turner to Los Angeles. And Juan Soto has been moved to batting 3rd in the lineup. Will this be the move that gets his bat rolling?

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Barry Svrluga May 24, 2022

Episode 5, Segment 2 -- Barry Svrluga of the Washington Post recently joined us on the Grant & Danny Show on 106.7 The Fan. Hear Svrluga's takes on the development of Victor Robles, potential sale of the Nationals franchise, and the swirling rumors that Juan Soto could be traded this summer.

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Studs & Duds of the Week May 24, 2022

Episode 5, Segment 3 -- Grant & Danny and Producer Darris make their selections for their Studs & Duds from the week that was for the Nationals vs the Marlins and Brewers

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Too Much Pressure on Soto?; Joel Hanrahan; Superlative of the Week May 19, 2022

With two hitless games to start the series versus the Marlins this week, and his overall struggles with Runners in Scoring Position, Grant & Danny inquire if there's too much pressure on Juan Soto to carry the team? (3:06) Then, Former Nationals Relief Pitcher and current Pitching Coach for the Fredericksburg Nationals, Joel Hanrahan, joins Grant & Danny to discuss his transition from pitching in the Major Leagues, to coaching in the Minors, and provide insight on some of the young talent currently playing for Low-A Fredericksburg (16:28). Episode Four concludes with our Superlative of the Week (52:48).

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Too Much Pressure on Juan Soto? May 19, 2022

With two hitless games to start the series versus the Marlins this week, and his overall struggles with Runners in Scoring Position, Grant & Danny inquire if there's too much pressure on Juan Soto to carry the team?

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Joel Hanrahan May 19, 2022

Former Nats Relief Pitcher and current Pitching Coach for the Nats Low-A Affiliate Fredericksburg Nationals, Joel Hanrahan, joins Grant & Danny to discuss his transition from pitching in the Major League, to coaching in the Minors. And he gives us his impressions of some of the young talent current playing in Fredericksburg.

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Superlative of the Week May 19, 2022

Our 'Superlative of the Week' asks, which current National do you think would make a great broadcaster when their career is done?

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Where is Stephen Strasburg?; Kevin Frandsen; Studs and Duds May 17, 2022

Grant & Danny continue to analyze Patrick Corbin's recent resurgence (2:37). Plus, is Stephen Strasburg getting closer to returning? (11:34) And we get a sneak peek into the latest mock drafts to see who the Nats could be looking to draft with the 5th overall pick this coming July (22:48). Then, Nats Television Color Analyst Kevin Frandsen joins the show to discuss his transition from broadcasting in Philadelphia, to now broadcasting in Washington DC (28:30). Then we finish up with our Studs and Duds of the Week that was with series' against the Mets and Astros in the rear view mirror (50:46)).

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Where is Stephen Strasburg? May 17, 2022

Grant & Danny continue to analyze Patrick Corbin's recent resurgence. Plus, is Stephen Strasburg getting closer to returning? And we get a sneak peek into the latest mock drafts to see who the Nats could be looking to draft with the 5th overall pick this coming July.

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Kevin Frandsen May 17, 2022

Grant & Danny catch up with Nats Color Analyst Kevin Frandsen on his transition from broadcasting in Philadelphia to now broadcasting in Washington, and much more!

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Studs and Duds of the Week May 17, 2022

Grant & Danny select their Studs and Duds from the Nats series' vs the Mets and Astros. Plus, our podcast review of the week!

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Prospect Roundup; Cole Henry; Superlative of the Week May 12, 2022

Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier kick off this episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball by checking in on the latest with several top prospects in the Minor Leagues for the Nationals, including Cade Cavalli, Jackson Rutledge, and Brady House. Then, has Patrick Corbin regained his 2019 form? Numbers from last three starts indicate he may be figuring it out. Plus, Grant & Danny chat with former 2nd Round Pick from the 2020 MLB Draft -- RHP Cole Henry -- who currently pitches for Nationals Double-A Affiliate Harrisburg Senators. Finally, this weeks edition of Superlative of the Week asks the question: Which National's player would you want to be stuck on an elevator with?

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Prospect Roundup + Patrick Corbin's Turnaround May 12, 2022

Grant & Danny open episode 2 of Bustin' Loose Baseball by checking in on the latest with several top prospects in the Minor Leagues for the Nationals. Then, has Patrick Corbin regained his 2019 form? Numbers from last three starts indicate he may be figuring it out.

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Cole Henry May 12, 2022

Grant & Danny chat with former 2nd Round Pick from the 2020 MLB Draft -- RHP Cole Henry -- who currently pitches for Nationals Double-A Affiliate Harrisburg Senators.

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Superlative of the Week May 12, 2022

Each week, Grant & Danny will select a different superlative regarding your Nationals. This week we ask, which Nationals player would you want to be stuck on an elevator with?

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Welcome to Bustin' Loose Baseball; Joe West; Studs & Duds May 09, 2022

Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier welcome you to the first episode of Bustin' Loose Baseball. Grant & Danny take their first look at 2022 Nationals through 30 games. Then, former Major League Umpire Joe West joins the show to share stories and insight from his time as the all time leader in Major League games umpired. Plus, Grant & Danny debut a weekly segment, Studs & Duds, highlighting the best and worst from the week that was for the Nats.

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Welcome to Bustin' Loose Baseball May 09, 2022

Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier introduce you to Bustin' Loose Baseball, and take their first look at the Nationals season so far through 30 games.

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Former MLB Umpire Joe West May 09, 2022

Former MLB Umpire Joe West joins Grant & Danny as he shares stories from his time as the all time leader in MLB games umpired.

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Studs and Duds of the Week May 09, 2022

Grant & Danny give out their first round of Studs and Duds from the last week for the Nationals.

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The Bustin’ Loose Baseball, Podcast hosted by Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier, is your must have place for Washington Nationals news, talk, analysis and debate.

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