Robinson to Return As Nationals Manager – The Post
Frank Robinson signed a one-year contract to stay on as Nats manager.
The decision, though, was agonizing for both sides, according to sources with knowledge of the situation. Some high-ranking Nationals front-office members occasionally became frustrated with Robinson’s strategic maneuvers.
Pitching coach Randy St. Claire and bench coach Eddie Rodriguez stick around; hitting coach Tom McCraw, first base coach Don Buford, third base coach Dave Huppert, bullpen coach Bob Natal and roving instructor Jack Voigt will not.
I like Robinson as a man and a competitor, but he cannot handle pitchers and makes dubious gameday decisions. Hopefully, he will improve this year, because to get to 81 wins again, he is going have to get better.
More from The Wash. Times: Nats bring Robinson back
DICK HELLER – Nats could do worse than Griffith – The Wash. Times
Heller pens what will probably not be remembered as his best column. It has something to do with Griffith Stadium and old Senators.
LOOSE LIPS – Play Ball – CityPaper
Another rundown of council votes on the ballpark lease. I hope this one is also correct.
So do you like the Nats? Do you want them to stick around? Maybe you ought to show up at Mayor Williams’ rally on Ballpark Lease Eve:
It’s a great catch for DC!
Join
Mayor Anthony A. Williams
for a Baseball Rally
Monday, December 19, 2005
Noon – 12:30pm
Freedom Plaza
Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
I cannot make it because I work outside the Beltway, but if you can, show up and give some support.