In Defeat, Zimmerman Keeps Winning Support – The Post
Had it not been for Ryan Zimmerman, last night’s game probably would have been a completely meaningless 7-3 loss to Atlanta. However, the rookie of the year candidate hit his 19th homer and knocked in his 99th run. I think he comes in second to the Marlin’s Dan Uggla, who benefits from playing on an overachieving team. Jim Bowden wants to talk about it (The Wash. Examiner) too.
P Ramon Ortiz struggled and now has 15 loses, tops in the NL.
More from The Wash. Times: Ortiz continues to struggle
Boxscore – ESPN
Columbus Will Take Over as Top Farm Club – The Post
Those hoping for Norfolk to become the new home of the Nats AAA team have had those hopes dashed. It appears that Peter Angelo$ has grabbed that city. Instead, Columbus gets the call for the next two years. Also, Hagerstown is now a Nats affiliate too, which is a step in the right direction. Visit the online journalists at Nationals Farm Authority for more.
More from The Wash. Times: Clippers on board to replace Zephyrs
It’s not over for Nats, according to Dr. Phil – The Wash. Times
Dr. Phil was at RFK to throw out the first pitch. When asked if the TV self-help television show host would talk to the team, Frank Robinson quipped “Too late. Where was he when I needed him?”
Alfonso Soriano Regrets Joining 40-40 Club After Meeting Other Members – The Onion
Looks like Soriano is going to have a start up a 45-45 club.