Evans: No need for $20M for D.C. – The Wash. Times
Jack Evans (D-Ward 2) says that the District “does not need it and at this stage should drop it.” The “it” is the request for $20 million from MLB for the ballpark. Jim Graham (D, Ward 1) disagrees. More of the same from the D.C. council.
MARC FISHER: Grinches Try to Steal Baseball – The Post
Fisher blames the council for the lease problems. T(h)om Loverro of The Wash. Times agrees with Fisher and actually makes some decent points for a change until he starts saying Maryland should chip in. It’s a little late to be suggesting a regional stadium authority now, isn’t it?
National Disgrace Bud Selig is not helping matters though, he is sending a letter to the mayor (AP/WJLA) about their concern for the lack of progress on the lease.
Selig Meeting With Potential Nationals Owners This Week – The Post
Oh, how thoughtful of Selig to meet with Yusef Jackson. I think he has two ownership groups left to meet with 14 months after the team was awarded to D.C. Now that is progress!
Nationals will play 15 games in Viera – Florida Today
Actual team news — the spring training schedule has been released.