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Nats lose; Zimmerman contract talks heat up; Guzman to DL

Pleasant Shifts, But Another LossThe Post
Mistakes continue to haunt NationalsThe 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 DealThe Post
Zimmerman out of contract talks loopThe 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.

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