Nats Win With New Cast of PlayersThe Post
The Nats “played the kids” yesterday and reaped the dividends. The only “regular” in the lineup was Tony Kornheiser’s boy, Ryan Church.

P Hector Carrasco had another good start, going 5 2/3’s without giving up a run. As much as it pains us to do so, we must acknowledge that Jim Bowden looks awfully smart for the Carasco signing.

More from The Wash. Times: Rookies lead way against Giants

BoxscoreESPN.com


Rita threatens Patterson’s hometownThe Wash. Times
P John Patterson’s hometown looks to take a direct hit from Hurricane Rita. Gary Majewski has family in Houston too.

More from The Post: Patterson’s Thoughts Are in Texas


DICK HELLERNats’ first year is worth savoringThe Wash. Times