Pleasant Shifts, But Another Loss – The Post
Mistakes continue to haunt Nationals – The Wash. Times
John Lannan had his first quality start of the season last night, but the bullpen faltered and the Nats lost 3-2 to the Marlins in the 10 innings. Manny Acta got ejected too.
Zimmerman, Nats Appear Close to Deal – The Post
Zimmerman out of contract talks loop – The Wash. Times
Remember when 3B Ryan Zimmerman said he would not negotiate a contract during the season? Reports are that a 5 year, $45 million contract is close to being finalized. Zimmerman denies being involved at this point.
Guzman Placed On 15-Day DL – Nationals Journal, The Post
SS Cristian Guzman becomes the first National of 2009 to go from day-to-day to the 15 day DL. He strained his hamstring in the ninth inning of the home opener.
Washington Natinals – Nationals Journal, The Post
Thru 3: Two 0s, missing two Os – Chatter, The Wash. Times
Adam Dunn and Ryan Zimmerman’s jerseys spelled NATINALS for several innings. Oops.
Today is going to be a beautiful day — wish I had not had to turn down tickets to the 1:35 game this afternoon, but we couldn’t get a babysitter. We’ll still get lots of time outside though.
