http://www.newsvine.com/gio-gonzalezNewsvine - gio-gonzalezen-usCopyright 2013Tue, 16 Apr 2013 04:11:36 +0000Thu, 23 May 2013 06:39:47 +0000http://www.newsvine.comhttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/04/15/17768021-zimmermann-zimmerman-lead-nats-past-marlins-10-3http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/04/15/17768021-zimmermann-zimmerman-lead-nats-past-marlins-10-3mlbsportsmarlinsnationalswashington-nationalsgio-gonzalezjordan-zimmermannstephen-strasburgmiami-marlinsTue, 16 Apr 2013 01:45:51 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals' Ian Desmond slides into home plate as Miami Marlins catcher Rob Brantly waits for the throw during the first inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 15, 2013 in Miami. Desmond and Ryan Zimmerman scored on a single by Tyler Moore. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Washington Nationals players wear No. 42 in honor of Jackie Robinson during the singing of the national anthem before the start of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Monday, April 15, 2013 in Miami. Baseball is celebrating its fifth Jackie Robinson Day — the 66th anniversary of his breaking baseball's racial barrier with the Brooklyn Dodgers. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Norman Berman, who was a Brooklyn Dodgers ballboy during Jackie Robinson's rookie season, celebrates after throwing out a ceremonial first pitch before the start of a baseball game between the Miami Marlins and the Washington Nationals, Monday, April 15, 2013 in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Washington Nationals pitcher Jordan Zimmermann, left, and catcher Kurt Suzuki celebrate after the Nationals defeated the Miami Marlins 10-3 in a baseball game, Monday, April 15, 2013, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Washington Nationals catcher Kurt Suzuki attempts to catch a ball hit by Miami Marlins' Donovan Solano during the sixth inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 15, 2013 in Miami. The Nationals defeated the Marlins 10-3. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/04/03/17590987-nats-beat-marlins-6-1-for-3-game-sweep-reds-nexthttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/04/03/17590987-nats-beat-marlins-6-1-for-3-game-sweep-reds-nextmlbsportsmarlinsnationalswashington-nationalsgio-gonzalezryan-zimmermanmiami-marlinsleft-hander-gio-gonzalezright-hander-jordan-zimmermannThu, 4 Apr 2013 01:44:38 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez (47) celebrates with his teammates after his solo home run during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins at Nationals Park on Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins at Nationals Park on Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez (47) celebrates with third base coach Trent Jewett as he runs the bases after his solo home run during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins at Nationals Park on Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Miami Marlins starting pitcher Kevin Slowey throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>A fan is bundled up against the cold during a baseball game between the Washington Nationals and the Miami Marlins at Nationals Park on Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper hits a single during the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins at Nationals Park on Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals left fielder Bryce Harper (34) celebrates teammates after scoring during the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins at Nationals Park, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper reacts after sliding safely into home during the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins at Nationals Park, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins at Nationals Park, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Miami Marlins relief pitcher Wade LeBlanc throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Miami Marlins' Justin Ruggiano, left, celebrates his solo home run with teammate Rob Brantly during the second inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals right fielder Jayson Werth (28) celebrates with teammates after a baseball game against the Miami Marlins at Nationals Park, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Washington. Werth hit a three-run home run and the Nationals won 6-1. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/28/17505160-gonzalez-sharp-as-nationals-top-metshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/28/17505160-gonzalez-sharp-as-nationals-top-metsmlbsportsmetsnew-york-metsworld-baseball-classicnationalswashington-nationalsgio-gonzalezThu, 28 Mar 2013 20:08:25 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/23/17431428-nats-gonzalez-sharp-for-6-innings-mets-win-3-1http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/23/17431428-nats-gonzalez-sharp-for-6-innings-mets-win-3-1mlbsportsmetsnew-york-metsworld-baseball-classicnationalsgio-gonzalezSat, 23 Mar 2013 20:14:11 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>New York Mets' Lucas Duda watches his solo home run during the seventh inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Saturday, March 23, 2013, in Port St. Lucie, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>Washington Nationals center fielder Carlos Rivero dives to catch a ball hit by New York Mets' Marlon Byrd to end the third inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game, Saturday, March 23, 2013, in Port St. Lucie, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>New York Mets starting pitcher Rafael Montero throws during the first inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Saturday, March 23, 2013, in Port St. Lucie, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/12/17289761-figueroa-helps-puerto-rico-oust-us-from-wbc-4-3http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/12/17289761-figueroa-helps-puerto-rico-oust-us-from-wbc-4-3sportspuerto-ricounited-statesworld-baseball-classicbbiwbcteam-usagio-gonzalezdavid-wrightWed, 13 Mar 2013 03:37:23 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>United States' Ryan Braun (8) slides safely into home to score on a double by Joe Mauer against Puerto Rico catcher Yadier Molina during the first inning of a second-round World Baseball Classic game, Tuesday, March 12, 2013, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>United States' Ryan Vogelsong delivers a pitch during the first inning of the second-round elimination game of the World Baseball Classic against Puerto Rico, Friday, March 15, 2013 in Miami. (AP Photo/Andrew Innerarity, Pool)</p><p>Puerto Rico's Nelson Figueroa delivers a pitch during the first inning of the second round elimination game of the World Baseball Classic against the United States, Friday, March 15, 2013 in Miami. (AP Photo/Andrew Innerarity, Pool)</p><p>United States fans, foreground, look on during the first inning of the second round elimination game of the World Baseball Classic against Puerto Rico, Friday, March 15, 2013 in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Puerto Rico players celebrate after defeating the United States 4-3 during a second-round elimination game of the World Baseball Classic, Friday, March 15, 2013, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Puerto Rico pitching coach Ricky Bones, left, and manager Edwin Rodriguez, second from right, congratulate catcher Yadier Molina, second from left, and pitcher Nelson Figueroa, right, after defeating the United States 4-3 in a second-round elimination game of the World Baseball Classic, Friday, March 15, 2013, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Puerto Rico pitcher Nelson Figueroa holds up his flag as he celebrates after Puerto Rico defeated the United States 4-3 during a second-round elimination game of the World Baseball Classic, Friday, March 15, 2013, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Puerto Rico's Luis Figueroa celebrates after getting a base hit during the ninth inning of the second-round elimination game of the World Baseball Classic against the United States, Friday, March 15, 2013, in Miami. Puerto Rico defeated the U.S. 4-3. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/11/17272425-gonzalez-starts-for-us-against-puerto-rico-in-wbchttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/11/17272425-gonzalez-starts-for-us-against-puerto-rico-in-wbcsportspuerto-ricomiamiunited-statesworld-baseball-classicbbiwbcteam-usagio-gonzalezMon, 11 Mar 2013 20:17:19 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals pitcher Gio Gonzalez throws against the Houston Astros during the first inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game Thursday, March 7, 2013, in Kissimmee, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)</p><p>Washington Nationals pitcher Gio Gonzalez throws against the Houston Astros during the first inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game Thursday, March 7, 2013, in Kissimmee, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)</p><p>Washington Nationals pitcher Gio Gonzalez throws against the Houston Astros during the first inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game Thursday, March 7, 2013, in Kissimmee, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/07/17226896-gonzalez-has-3-scoreless-innings-in-nats-losshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/07/17226896-gonzalez-has-3-scoreless-innings-in-nats-lossmlbsportsastrosunited-stateshouston-astrosworld-baseball-classicnationalswashington-nationalsgio-gonzalezThu, 7 Mar 2013 21:11:19 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals pitcher Gio Gonzalez throws against the Houston Astros during the first inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game Thursday, March 7, 2013, in Kissimmee, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)</p><p>Houston Astros' Fernando Martinez, right, hits as Washington Nationals cactcher Kurt Suzuki, left, works behind the plate during the sixth inning an exhibition spring training baseball game Thursday, March 7, 2013, in Kissimmee, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)</p><p>Houston Astros' Rick Ankiel, right, watches his ground ball as Washington Nationals cactcher Kurt Suzuki, left, works behind the plate during the sixth inning an exhibition spring training baseball game Thursday, March 7, 2013, in Kissimmee, Fla. Ankiel was out at second and Carlos Pena scored from third on the play. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/02/23/17069955-gonzalez-pitches-2-hitless-innings-nats-beat-metshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/02/23/17069955-gonzalez-pitches-2-hitless-innings-nats-beat-metsmlbsportsmetsmajor-league-baseballnew-york-metsnationalswashington-nationalsgio-gonzalezstephen-strasburgSat, 23 Feb 2013 20:49:29 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg throws a pitch during the first inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game in Port St. Lucie, Fla., Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, in (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)</p><p>Washington Nationals outfielder Corey Brown dives but is unable to catch a ball hit by New York Mets non-roster invitee catcher Landon Powell during the sixth inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game in Port St. Lucie, Fla., Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, in (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)</p><p>New York Mets pitcher Zack Wheeler throws a pitch during the fourth inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game against the Washington Nationals in Port St. Lucie, Fla., Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)</p><p>New York Mets relief pitcher Bobby Parnell, right, celebrates with teammates after beating the Washington Nationals 5-3 in an exhibition spring training baseball game in Port St. Lucie, Fla., Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013. The Mets won 5-3. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)</p><p>New York Mets relief pitcher Bobby Parnell throws a pitch during the ninth inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game against the Washington Nationals in Port St. Lucie, Fla., Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013. The Mets won 5-3. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)</p><p>New York Mets non-roster invitee outfielder Marlon Byrd (6) slides in with a run past Washington Nationals catcher Chris Snyder (7) on an RBI single by Jordany Valdespin during the fourth inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game in Port St. Lucie, Fla., Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, in (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)</p><p>New York Mets shortstop Ruben Tejada rounds the bases after hitting a home run off Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg during the first inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game in Port St. Lucie, Fla., Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, in (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/02/12/16938098-gonzalez-maintains-he-hasnt-used-pedshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/02/12/16938098-gonzalez-maintains-he-hasnt-used-pedsmlbsportsdruginvestigationmajor-league-baseballwashington-nationalsgonzalezgio-gonzalezTue, 12 Feb 2013 16:29:57 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/10/10/14347659-cards-score-4-in-9th-beat-nats-9-7-reach-nlcshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/10/10/14347659-cards-score-4-in-9th-beat-nats-9-7-reach-nlcsmlbsportsnldscardinalspoliticslouis-cardinalsnationalswashington-nationalschris-carpentercarlos-beltrangio-gonzalezjayson-werthbryce-harperWed, 10 Oct 2012 20:44:25 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Chris Carpenter throws against the Washington Nationals in the first inning of Game 3 of the National League division baseball series on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Chris Carpenter reacts after hitting a double in the fifth inning of Game 3 of the National League division baseball series against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Pete Kozma hits a three-run home run in the second inning of Game 3 of the National League division baseball series against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, in Washington. Watching behind the plate are home plate umpire Joe West and Nationals catcher Kurt Suzuki. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Pete Kozma, right, high-fives teammates David Freese and Daniel Descalso after batting them with on a three-run home run in the second inning of Game 3 of the National League division baseball series against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>Washington Nationals manager Davey Johnson, right, protests a call with first base umpire Jim Joyce after Washington's Danny Espinosa was called out at first base in the first inning of Game 3 of the National League division baseball series on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Pete Kozma watches his three-run home run as he runs down the first base line in the second inning of Game 3 of the National League division baseball series against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, in Washington. Daniel Descalso and David Freese scored on the play. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals third baseman David Freese fields a ground ball that was hit by Washington Nationals' Danny Espinosa in the second inning of Game 3 of the National League division baseball series on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, in Washington. Espinosa was thrown out at first. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals pitching coach Steve McCatty, left, approaches catcher Kurt Suzuki and starting pitcher Edwin Jackson after a three-run home run by St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Pete Kozma in the second inning of Game 3 of the National League division baseball series on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>A fan waves a towel in the stands during Game 3 of the National League division baseball series between the Washington Nationals and the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals right fielder Carlos Beltran catches a fly ball that was hit by Washington Nationals' Jayson Werth in the third inning of Game 3 of the National League division baseball series on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)</p><p>Fans wave towels and cheer before Game 3 of the National League division baseball series between the Washington Nationals and the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)</p><p>Former Washington Nationals manager Frank Robinson throws out the ceremonial first pitch before Game 3 of the National League division baseball series between the Nationals and the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Matheny, left, and Washington Nationals manager Davey Johnson shake hands before Game 3 of the National League division baseball series on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Chris Carpenter, left, is greeted by third base coach Jose Oquendo and teammates in the dugout after being relieved in the sixth inning of Game 3 of the National League division baseball series against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals right fielder Carlos Beltran catches a fly ball that was hit by Washington Nationals' Jayson Werth in the third inning of Game 3 of the National League division baseball series on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Kyle Lohse throws to the Washington Nationals in the second inning of Game 4 of the National League division baseball series on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Ross Detwiler throws to the St. Louis Cardinals in the first inning of Game 4 of the National League division baseball series on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Adam LaRoche hits a solo home run in the second inning of Game 4 of the National League division baseball series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Carlos Beltran hits a sacrifice fly in the third inning of Game 4 of the National League division baseball series against the Washington Nationals on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2012, in Washington. The Cardinals' Pete Kozma scored on the play. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Frank Howard, a former member of the Washington Senators, throws out the ceremonial first pitch before Game 4 of the National League division baseball series between the Washington Nationals and the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Adam LaRoche, right, is greeted by teammate Michael Morse after hitting a solo home run in the second inning of Game 4 of the National League division baseball series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Pete Kozma slides across home plate for a run on a sacrifice fly by Carlos Beltran in the third inning of Game 4 of the National League division baseball series against the Washington Nationals on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals manager Davey Johnson walks out of the clubhouse to the dugout before Game 4 of the National League division baseball series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Adam LaRoche (25) high-fives teammates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run in the second inning of Game 4 of the National League division baseball series against the St. Louis Cardinals, Thursday, Oct. 11, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Adam LaRoche, left, rounds the bases past St. Louis Cardinals third baseman David Freese after hitting a solo home run in the second inning of Game 4 of the National League division baseball series on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Jayson Werth, right, reacts as he rounds the bases after hitting the game-winning solo home run in the ninth inning of Game 4 of the National League division baseball series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2012, in Washington. Washington won 2-1. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Jayson Werth points to the Nationals dugout as he rounds the bases after hitting the game-winning solo home run in the ninth inning of Game 4 of the National League division baseball series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2012, in Washington. Washington won 2-1. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Jayson Werth watches his game-winning solo home run in the ninth inning of Game 4 of the National League division baseball series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2012, in Washington. Washington won 2-1. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman, center, high-fives teammates Adam LaRoche, left, Michael Morse and Bryce Harper after hitting a two-run home run in the first inning of Game 5 of the National League division baseball series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, in Washington. Harper scored on the homer. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>Nationals Park is reflected in the sunglasses of Washington Nationals' Jayson Werth before Game 5 of the team's National League division baseball series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez throws to a St. Louis Cardinals batter during the first inning of Game 5 of the National League division baseball series on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)</p><p>Gen. Martin Dempsey, left, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, removes his uniform to reveal a Washington Nationals jersey before throwing out the first pitch before Game 5 of the National League division baseball series between the Nationals and the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)</p><p>Washington Nationals second baseman Danny Espinosa, left, holds up his glove with the ball after tagging out St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese on a steal attempt in the second inning of Game 5 of the National League division baseball series Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper, right, reacts after crossing home plate on a solo home run, next to St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina in the third inning of Game 5 of the National League division baseball series on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals third baseman David Freese throws out Washington Nationals' Michael Morse in the sixth inning of Game 5 of the National League division baseball series on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Jason Motte throws to the Washington Nationals in the eighth inning of Game 5 of the National League division baseball series on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)</p><p>Washington Nationals first baseman Adam LaRoche, center, prepares to tag out St. Louis Cardinals' Skip Schumaker as Nationals relief pitcher Sean Burnett watches during the sixth inning of Game 5 of the National League division baseball series on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright, left, walks off the field after being relieved in the third inning of Game 5 of the National League division baseball series against the Washington Nationals on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, in Washington. At right are St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Matheny, catcher Yadier Molina and third baseman David Freese. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright watches from the dugout after being relieved in the third inning of Game 5 of the National League division baseball series against the Washington Nationals on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Michael Morse watches his two-run home run in the third inning of Game 5 of the National League division baseball series†against the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper, right, low-fives Adam LaRoche after scoring on a home run by Ryan Zimmerman in the first inning of Game 5 of the National League division baseball series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Members of the St. Louis Cardinals react after Pete Kozma batted in David Freese and Daniel Descalso on a single in the ninth inning of Game 5 of the National League division baseball series against the Washington Nationals early Saturday, Oct 13, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Jason Motte, front, and third baseman David Freese react after Game 5 of the National League division baseball series against the Washington Nationals on Saturday, Oct 13, 2012, in Washington. St. Louis won 9-7. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese, right, reacts as he and Daniel Descalso score on a single by Pete Kozma in the ninth inning of Game 5 of the National League division baseball series against the Washington Nationals early Saturday, Oct 13, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>Members of the St. Louis Cardinals celebrate after Game 5 of the National League division baseball series against the Washington Nationals on Saturday, Oct 13, 2012, in Washington. St. Louis won 9-7. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>Washington Nationals relief pitcher Drew Storen, left, looks on from the dugout after Game 5 of the National League division baseball series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday, Oct 13, 2012, in Washington. St. Louis won 9-7. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Members of the St. Louis Cardinals celebrate in the locker room after Game 5 of the National League division baseball series against the Washington Nationals on Saturday, Oct 13, 2012, in Washington. St. Louis won 9-7. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Members of the St. Louis Cardinals celebrate after Game 5 of the National League division baseball series against the Washington Nationals on Saturday, Oct 13, 2012, in Washington. St. Louis won 9-7. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Jayson Werth looks on after Game 5 of the National League division baseball series St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday, Oct 13, 2012, in Washington. St. Louis won 9-7. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals relief pitcher Drew Storen sits by his locker after Game 5 of the National League division baseball series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday, Oct 13, 2012, in Washington. St. Louis won 9-7. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)</p><p>Members of the St. Louis Cardinals celebrate after Game 5 of the National League division baseball series against the Washington Nationals on Saturday, Oct 13, 2012, in Washington. St. Louis won 9-7. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/10/01/14175088-teddy-wins-1st-nationals-win-majors-high-98thhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/10/01/14175088-teddy-wins-1st-nationals-win-majors-high-98thmlbphilliessportsnationalswashington-nationalsphiladelphia-philliesgio-gonzaleznl-eastteddy-rooseveltryan-zimmermanadam-larocheted-lernernationals-parkbryce-harperpresidents-raceTue, 2 Oct 2012 02:05:00 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher John Lannan delivers during the second inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Washington, Monday, Oct. 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Kyle Kendrick delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals in Washington, Monday, Oct. 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)</p><p>Washington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo, center fielder Bryce Harper, starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez and left fielder Michael Morse celebrate with teammates after clinching the National League East division title following their 2-0 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies in a baseball game, Monday, Oct. 1, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)</p><p>Washington Nationals right fielder Jayson Werth, center, celebrates with teammates after clutching the National League East division title following a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Washington, Monday, Oct. 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)</p><p>Washington Nationals first baseman Adam LaRoche (25) is doused as he is interviewed by a television reporter, right, during the Nationals' celebration after clutching the National League East division title following their baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Washington, Monday, Oct. 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)</p><p>Washington Nationals fans cheer as it is announced during a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies that the Atlanta Braves lost to the Pittsburgh Pirates making the Nationals the National League East division champion in Washington, Monday, Oct. 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)</p><p>Washington Nationals General Manager Mike Rizzo celebrates after the Nationals clutches the National League East division title following a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Washington, Monday, Oct. 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)</p><p>Washington Nationals fans celebrate after the Nationals clutched the National League East division title following a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Washington, Monday, Oct. 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Sandy Leon (41) breaks his bat during the second inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Washington, Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2012. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Darin Ruf (18) is congratulated by teammates after hitting a home run during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals in Washington, Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2012. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)</p><p>Teddy Roosevelt, one of the Washington Nationals racing president, celebrates after crossing the finish line winning the Presidents Race for the first time in the event’s seven year history at Nationals Park during a baseball game between the Washington Nationals and Philadelphia Phillies in Washington, Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)</p><p>Washington Nationals starter Edwin Jackson throws a pitch during the second inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Washington, Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starter Cliff Lee throws a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals in Washington, Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/09/21/14020690-sun-monster-zimmermann-lead-nats-over-brewershttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/09/21/14020690-sun-monster-zimmermann-lead-nats-over-brewersmlbsportsbrewersmilwaukee-brewersnationalswashington-nationalsaramis-ramirezgio-gonzaleznl-eastwalter-johnsonjayson-werthtyler-clippardryan-braunnationals-parkjonathan-lucroySat, 22 Sep 2012 02:18:17 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Edwin Jackson delivers against the Milwaukee Brewers during the second inning of a baseball game at Nationals Park in Washington on Friday, Sept. 21, 2012. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)</p><p>Milwaukee Brewers Carlos Gomez, left, congratulates Jonathan Lucroy (20) after Lucroy scored with a home run against the Washington Nationals during the second inning of a baseball game at Nationals Park in Washington on Friday, Sept. 21, 2012. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)</p><p>Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Shaun Marcum delivers against the Washington Nationals during the second inning of a baseball game at Nationals Park in Washington on Friday, Sept. 21, 2012. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Nationals Park Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Milwaukee Brewers catcher Martin Maldonado, left, talks with starting pitcher Wily Peralta on the mound during the second inning of a baseball game at Nationals Park Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez, center, is dunked with gatorade by relief pitcher Drew Storen, right, after a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Nationals Park Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, in Washington. It was Gonzalez's 20th win of the season, and the Nationals won 10-4. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez slips and falls as he throws during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Nationals Park Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, in Washington. The Nationals won 10-4. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez acknowledges the crowd after a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Nationals Park Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, in Washington. It was Gonzalez's 20th win of the season, and the Nationals won 10-4. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez pauses in the dugout during a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Nationals Park Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, in Washington. It was Gonzalez's 20th win of the season, and the Nationals won 10-4. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman hits a three-run home run during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Nationals Park Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, in Washington. The Nationals won 10-4. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals center fielder Bryce Harper (34), and Washington Nationals right fielder Roger Bernadina (2), and others, celebrate after a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Nationals Park Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, in Washington. The Nationals won 10-4. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez, hugs fellow pitcher Edwin Jackson during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Nationals Park Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, in Washington. It was Gonzalez's 20th win of the season, and the Nationals won 10-4. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Milwaukee Brewers second baseman Rickie Weeks throws to first but not in time as Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman is safe during the first inning of a baseball game at Nationals Park Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Chien-Ming Wang of Taiwan hits a double off Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Yovani Gallardo during the third inning of a baseball game in Washington, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2012. (AP Photo/Ann Heisenfelt)</p><p>Milwaukee Brewers' Yovani Gallardo hits a single off Washington Nationals pitcher Chien-Ming Wang during the third inning of a baseball game in Washington, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2012. (AP Photo/Ann Heisenfelt)</p><p>Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Yovani Gallardo delivers to the Washington Nationals during the first inning of a baseball game in Washington, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2012. (AP Photo/Ann Heisenfelt)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Chien-Ming Wang of Taiwan delivers to the Milwaukee Brewers during the first inning of a baseball game in Washington, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2012. (AP Photo/Ann Heisenfelt)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper, right, celebrates with Ian Desmond after he scored during the first inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Nationals Park, Monday, Sept. 24, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann throws during the second inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Nationals Park, Monday, Sept. 24, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals center fielder Bryce Harper jumps to catch a fly hit by Milwaukee Brewers' Aramis Ramirez during the first inning of a baseball game at Nationals Park, Monday, Sept. 24, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Milwaukee Brewers' Corey Hart, right, celebrates with third base coach Ed Sedar during his solo home run in the second inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park, Monday, Sept. 24, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Milwaukee Brewers center fielder Carlos Gomez misses a ball hit by Washington Nationals' Jayson Werth, who had a two RBI double on the play, during the fourth inning of a baseball game, Monday, Sept. 24, 2012, in Washington. The Nationals won 12-2. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/09/14/13871158-minor-braves-complete-sweep-of-nats-with-5-1-winhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/09/14/13871158-minor-braves-complete-sweep-of-nats-with-5-1-winmlbbravessportsatlanta-bravesnationalswashington-nationalsgio-gonzalezdan-ugglakris-medlenmike-minorryan-mattheusandrelton-simmons'andrelton-simmonspinch-runner-jeff-bakerSat, 15 Sep 2012 02:36:04 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals left fielder Roger Bernadina crashes into the wall after making a catch to retire Atlanta Braves' Jason Heyward in the fifth inning of a baseball game on Friday, Sept. 14, 2012, in Atlanta. Bernadina was shaken up on the play but stayed in the game. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) </p><p>Atlanta Braves pitcher Kris Medlen works in the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Friday, Sept. 14, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) </p><p>Atlanta Braves pitcher Kris Medlen works in the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Friday, Sept. 14, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) </p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Ross Detwiler (48) works in the first inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves, Friday, Sept. 14, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) </p><p>Washington Nationals pitcher Edwin Jackson delivers to the Atlanta Braves during the second inning of a baseball game Saturday, Sept. 15, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Atlanta Braves pitcher Tommy Hanson delivers to the Washington Nationals during the first inning of a baseball game Saturday, Sept. 15, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Washington Nationals manager Davey Johnson, right, argues with first base umpire Marvin Hudson, before Johnson was ejected during the sixth inning of the Nationals' baseball game with the Atlanta Braves on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Chipper Jones, left, runs to first base after hitting a single to score Michael Bourn, right, in the third inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Goldman)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Gio Gonzalez lays down a sacrifice bunt in the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Atlanta. Gonzalez was out at first. (AP Photo/David Goldman)</p><p>Atlanta Braves starter Mike Minor throws a pitch in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Goldman)</p><p>Atlanta Braves shortstop Andrelton Simmons, rear, tags out Washington Nationals' Ian Desmond, as he's caught stealing second base in the sixth inning of a baseball game, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Goldman)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Jason Heyward (22) high-fives Dan Uggla after scoring on a sacrifice fly by Freddie Freeman, not pictured, in the third inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Goldman)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Gio Gonzalez reacts after he was out at first base on a sacrifice bunt in the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Goldman)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/09/10/13789815-in-strasburgs-slot-lannan-leads-nats-over-metshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/09/10/13789815-in-strasburgs-slot-lannan-leads-nats-over-metsmlbsportsmetsnew-york-metsnationalswashington-nationalsgio-gonzalezjohn-lannantyler-moorestephen-strasburgbryce-harperTue, 11 Sep 2012 02:19:29 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals' Ian Desmond, left, and Michael Morse return to the dugout after Desmond drove in Morse with a two-run home run in the fourth inning of the baseball game against the New York Mets in New York, Monday, Sept. 10, 2012. (AP Photo/Henny Ray Abrams)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Gio Gonzalez pitches to the New York Mets in the first inning of a baseball game at Citi Field in New York, Monday, Sept. 10, 2012. (AP Photo/Henny Ray Abrams)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman hits a two-run home run in the third inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets in New York, Monday, Sept. 10, 2012. (AP Photo/Henny Ray Abrams)</p><p>New York Mets catcher Kelly Shoppach misplays a foul ball hit by the Washington Nationals' Kurt Suzuki in the third inning of the baseball game in New York, Monday, Sept. 10, 2012. Suzuki hit a home run on the next pitch. (AP Photo/Henny Ray Abrams)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Ian Desmond hits a two-run home run off the New York Mets in the fourth inning of the baseball game in New York, Monday, Sept. 10, 2012. (AP Photo/Henny Ray Abrams)</p><p>New York Mets pitcher Collin McHugh delivers to the Washington Nationals in the first inning of a baseball game at Citi Field in New York, Monday, Sept. 10, 2012. (AP Photo/Henny Ray Abrams)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Tyler Moore (57) follows through on a two-run home run during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2012, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Kurt Suzuki runs to first base after hitting an RBI single during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2012, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)</p><p>New York Mets' R.A. Dickey (43) delivers a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2012, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)</p><p>The Washington Nationals and the New York Mets line up for the playing of the national anthem before a baseball game Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2012, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Jordan Zimmermann (27) delivers a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2012, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)</p><p>New York Mets' David Wright hits an RBI single during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2012, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)</p><p>Washington Nationals' John Lannan delivers a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets, Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2012, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)</p><p>Washington Nationals' John Lannan delivers a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets, Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2012, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman (11) runs to home plate after hitting a home run during the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets, Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2012, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)</p><p>New York Mets' Matt Harvey (33) reacts as Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman heads to home plate after hitting a home run during the fourth inning of a baseball game on Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2012, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)</p><p>New York Mets' Matt Harvey (33) delivers a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2012, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/09/03/13641326-nationals-sweep-cubs-9-2-in-fight-filled-gamehttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/09/03/13641326-nationals-sweep-cubs-9-2-in-fight-filled-gamemlbsportscubsnationalswashington-nationalschicago-cubsgio-gonzalezadam-larochejayson-werthross-detwilerdavey-johnsonbryce-harperian-desmondMon, 3 Sep 2012 20:03:30 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals' starting pitcher Ross Detwiler delivers to the Chicago Cubs during their baseball game at Nationals Park, Monday, Sept. 3, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Adam LaRoche hits a solo home run in the second inning of their baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Nationals Park, Monday, Sept. 3, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)</p><p>Chicago Cubs' starting pitcher Jeff Samardzija deliver to the Washington Nationals during their baseball game at Nationals Park, Monday, Sept. 3, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Ian Desmond, right, receives congratulations from his third base coach Bo Porter after hitting a two-run home run in the first inning of their baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Nationals Park, Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Edwin Jackson delivers a pitch in the third inning during their baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Nationals Park, Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)</p><p>Chicago Cubs third baseman Luis Valbuena tags out Washington Nationals' Michael Moore during the first inning of their baseball game at Nationals Park, Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)</p><p>Chicago Cubs' Alfonso Soriano connects for a two-run triple of Washington Nationals' Edwin Jackson in the sixth inning of their baseball game at Nationals Park, Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Adam LaRoche singles to center field for his third hit during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Nationals Park, Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)</p><p>Washington Nationals Gio Gonzalez smiles as he watches the ninth inning from the dugout after going seven innings of shutout basebal in a gamel against the Chicago Cubs at Nationals Park, Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012, in Washington. Gonzalez won his18th game of the season as the Nationals defeated the Cubs 9-1. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper (34) receives congratulations from teammates in the dugout after he hit a solo home run in the third inning during their baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Nationals Park, Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)</p><p>Washington Nationals' starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez delivers to the Chicago Cubs in the first inning during their baseball game at Nationals Park, Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)</p><p>Washington Nationals' starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez delivers to the Chicago Cubs in the first inning during their baseball game at Nationals Park, Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)</p><p>Chicago Cubs manager Dale Sveum, right, confronts home plate umpire Larry Vanover after being thrown out of a baseball game in the fifth inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park, Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper (34) celebrates with teammates after scoring during the first inning of a baseball game with the Chicago Cubs at Nationals Park, Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper, right, celebrates with Adam LaRoche after scoring during the first inning of a baseball game with the Chicago Cubs at Nationals Park, Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann throws during the first inning of a baseball game with the Chicago Cubs at Nationals Park, Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Kurt Suzuki hits a three-run home run during the second inning of a baseball game with the Chicago Cubs at Nationals Park, Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper sides safely into third for a triple during the first inning of a baseball game with the Chicago Cubs at Nationals Park, Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Umpires try to restore order during the sixth inning when both benches and bullpens emptied onto the field of a baseball game between the Washington Nationals and the Chicago Cubs at Nationals Park, Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012, in Washington. The Nationals won 9-2. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' batter Bryce Harper (34) is restrained by home plate umpire Jerry Lane, left, and Chicago Cubs catcher Steve Clevenger after an inside pitch during the sixth inning of a baseball game at Nationals Park, Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012, in Washington. The benches and bullpens emptied onto the field and the Nationals won 9-2. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals shortstop Ian Desmond (20) is restrained by umpire Bill Miller when both benches and bullpens emptied onto the field during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Nationals Park, Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012, in Washington. The Nationals won 9-2. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Michael Morse (38), is restrained by Nationals manager Davey Johnson when both benches and bullpens emptied onto the field during the sixth inning of a baseball game with the Chicago Cubs at Nationals Park, Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012, in Washington. The Nationals won 9-2. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Chicago Cubs bench coach Jamie Quirk, far left, has words with Washington Nationals third base coach Bo Porter (16) as they are separated by manager Dale Sveum, center, during the fifth inning of a baseball game at Nationals Park Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012, in Washington. Both benches and bullpens emptied onto the field and the Nationals won 9-2. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/30/13577783-strasburg-dominant-nats-produce-late-to-top-cardshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/30/13577783-strasburg-dominant-nats-produce-late-to-top-cardsmlbsportscardinalslouis-cardinalsnationalswashington-nationalsgio-gonzalezedwin-jacksonnl-eastadam-wainwrightjayson-werthjason-werthdavid-freesestephen-strasburgbryce-harperFri, 31 Aug 2012 02:14:43 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper, center, celebrates his two-run home run with teammates during the first inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Edwin Jackson throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jaime Garcia throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Nationals Park Friday, Aug. 31, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez smiles as he comes off after the first inning of a baseball game with the St. Louis Cardinals at Nationals Park Friday, Aug. 31, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Pete Kozma can't get a ball by Washington Nationals' Ian Desmond during the first inning of a baseball game at Nationals Park Friday, Aug. 31, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park Friday, Aug. 31, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Jayson Werth celebrates with Bryce Harper after they scored on Adam LaRoche's two-RBI single during the first inning of a baseball game at Nationals Park Friday, Aug. 31, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Jayson Werth crosses home as Bryce Harper follows behind to score on Adam LaRoche's two-RBI single during the first inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Nationals Park Friday, Aug. 31, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Adam LaRoche hits a two-RBI single during the inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Nationals Park Friday, Aug. 31, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals Matt Holliday, right, celebrates with third base coach Jose Oquendo as he heads home after his two-run homer during the third inning of a baseball game with the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park Saturday, Sept. 1, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese celebrates with Skip Schumaker (55) after Freese's two-run homer during the second inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park Saturday, Sept. 1, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper (34) celebrates with Michael Morse after scoring on Adam LaRoche's single during the first inning of a baseball game with the St. Louis Cardinals at Nationals Park Saturday, Sept. 1, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals first baseman Adam LaRoche, left, celebrates with his teammates after his two-run homer during the second inning of a baseball game with the St. Louis Cardinals at Nationals Park Saturday, Sept. 1, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Umpire Wally Bell talks with Washington Nationals manager Davey Johnson during the second inning of a baseball game with the St. Louis Cardinals at Nationals Park Saturday, Sept. 1, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals Michael Morse, left, celebrates with Adam LaRoche after LaRoche's two-run homer in the second inning of a baseball game with the St. Louis Cardinals at Nationals Park Saturday, Sept. 1, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg throws during the second inning of a baseball game with the St. Louis Cardinals at Nationals Park, Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg delievrs during the first inning of a baseball game with the St. Louis Cardinals at Nationals Park, Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Moisture flies off the the hand of Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg during the third inning of a baseball game in the rain against the St. Louis Cardinals at Nationals Park, Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jake Westbrook throws during the first inning of a baseball game with the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park, Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/24/13464926-lee-rollins-help-phillies-sweep-nationalshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/24/13464926-lee-rollins-help-phillies-sweep-nationalsmlbphilliessportscliff-leenationalswashington-nationalsphiladelphia-philliesgio-gonzalezjimmy-rollinsroy-halladaykyle-kendrickSat, 25 Aug 2012 02:41:50 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Kyle Kendrick throws against the Washington Nationals in the first inning of a baseball game on Friday, Aug. 24, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Edwin Jackson stands on the mound after Philadelphia Phillies' Chase Utley hit a one-run single in the first inning of a baseball game on Friday, Aug. 24, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez throws against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Kevin Frandsen (28) celebrates with Erik Kratz (31) after scoring against the Washington Nationals in the first inning of a baseball game Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Chase Utley fields a hit by Washington Nationals' Stephen Lombardozzi foe an out in the third inning of a baseball game Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Tyler Moore fields a fly ball hit by Philadelphia Phillies' Laynce Nix for an out in the second inning of a baseball game on Sunday, Aug. 26, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann throws against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game on Sunday, Aug. 26, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cliff Lee throws against the Washington Nationals in the first inning of a baseball game on Sunday, Aug. 26, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cliff Lee throws against the Washington Nationals in the first inning of a baseball game on Sunday, Aug. 26, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Juan Pierre, left, slides safely into first as Washington Nationals' Adam LaRoche attempts a pick-off in the third inning of a baseball game, Sunday, Aug. 26, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Adam LaRoche, left, is tagged out by by Philadelphia Phillies' Jimmy Rollins in a rundown in the seventh inning of a baseball game on Sunday, Aug. 26, 2012, in Philadelphia. The Phillies won 4-1. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/23/13425233-gonzalez-fails-to-win-17th-game-as-nats-lose-4-2http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/23/13425233-gonzalez-fails-to-win-17th-game-as-nats-lose-4-2mlbsportsnationalswashington-nationalsgio-gonzaleznl-eastThu, 23 Aug 2012 04:34:33 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman breaks his bat on a single during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves at Nationals Park on Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2012, in Washington. The Braves won 5-1. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Jayson Werth tosses his bat as he runs to first, while Atlanta Braves pitcher Kris Medlen fields the ball and makes the throw to first to end the seventh inning of a baseball game at Nationals Park on Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2012, in Washington. The Braves won 5-1. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals first baseman Adam LaRoche jumps but can't reach the throw from Ryan Zimmerman as Atlanta Braves' Chipper Jones is safe on on the error during the ninth inning of a baseball game at Nationals Park on Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2012, in Washington. The Braves won 5-1. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Michael Morse, left walks off the field after being hit by a pitch while playing against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game on Friday, Aug. 24, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jonathan Papelbon pumps his fist after striking out Washington Nationals' Chad Tracy to end the ninth inning of a baseball game on Friday, Aug. 24, 2012, in Philadelphia. The Phillies won 4-2. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez throws against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Kevin Frandsen (28) celebrates with Erik Kratz (31) after scoring against the Washington Nationals in the first inning of a baseball game Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Chase Utley fields a hit by Washington Nationals' Stephen Lombardozzi foe an out in the third inning of a baseball game Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Roy Halladay throws against the Washington Nationals in the first inning of a baseball game Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/08/13172885-barnes-hits-1st-career-hr-in-astros-loss-to-cubshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/08/13172885-barnes-hits-1st-career-hr-in-astros-loss-to-cubsmlbsportsastroshouston-astrosgio-gonzalezwrigley-fieldarmando-galarragaas-brandon-barnesWed, 8 Aug 2012 05:27:53 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Houston Astros' Steve Pearce tosses his bat after flying out against the Washington Nationals to end the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Houston Astros' Brett Wallace walks off the field after flying out with two men on base to give the Washington Nationals a 3-2 win in the 12th inning of a baseball game Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Danny Espinosa swings for an RBI single for the go-ahead run against the Houston Astros in the 12th inning of a baseball game Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in Houston. The Nationals won 3-2. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Ross Detwiler delivers a pitch against the Houston Astros in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Houston Astros' Jordan Lyles delivers a pitch against the Washington Nationals in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Houston Astros starting pitcher Armando Galarraga hangs his head after giving up a two-run home run to Washington Nationals pitcher Gio Gonzalez in the second inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Gio Gonzalez rounds the bases in front of Houston Astros' Marwin Gonzalez after hitting a two-run home run in the second inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Gio Gonzalez follows through on a pitch against the Houston Astros in the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper, left, talks with home plate umpire Angel Hernandez after striking out in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros, Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Stephen Lombardozzi, left, is tagged out by Houston Astros catcher Carlos Corporan before reaching home plate in the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Jordan Zimmermann delivers a pitch against the Houston Astros in the first inning of a baseball game Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Drew Storen (22) and Kurt Suzuki (24) celebrate their 5-0 win over the Houston Astros to sweep the four-game baseball series, Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Houston Astros pitcher Lucas Harrell lies on the mound after dropping to avoid a line drive ball from Washington Nationals' Roger Bernadina in the first inning of a baseball game, Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, in Houston. Bernadina singled on the play. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Houston Astros' Lucas Harrell delivers a pitch against the Washington Nationals in the first inning of a baseball game, Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Michael Morse (38) passes Houston Astros first baseman Scott Moore (46) on his way around the bases on a solo homer in the sixth inning of a baseball game, Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Roger Bernadina (2) steals second base as Houston Astros' Jose Altuve, left, loses the ball in the fourth inning of a baseball game, Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, in Houston. Bernadina went on to score on a Adam LaRoche single. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Milwaukee Brewers' Yovani Gallardo delivers a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros, Sunday, Aug. 12, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Dave Einsel)</p><p>Milwaukee Brewers third baseman Aramis Ramirez (16) tags out Houston Astros' Marwin Gonzales, right, in a rundown during the first inning of a baseball game, Sunday, Aug. 12, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Dave Einsel)</p><p>Milwaukee Brewers' Jean Segura slides under Houston Astros catcher Chris Snyder to score from third on a single by Rickie Weeks during the fifth inning of a baseball game, Sunday, Aug. 12, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Dave Einsel)</p><p>Milwaukee Brewers' Martin Maldonado, left, is tagged out by Houston Astros second baseman Tyler Greene, right, while trying to stretch a double into a triple, during the eighth inning of a baseball game, Sunday, Aug. 12, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Dave Einsel)</p><p>Houston Astros starter Armando Galarraga delivers a pitch against the Chicago Cubs In the first inning during a baseball game in Chicago, Monday, Aug. 13, 2012. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)</p><p>Houston Astros' Brandon Barnes right, celebrates with teammate Tyler Greene after hitting a solo home run against the Chicago Cubs in the sixth inning during a baseball game in Chicago, Monday, Aug. 13, 2012. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/07/13153286-morse-homers-twice-nationals-beat-astros-5-0http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/07/13153286-morse-homers-twice-nationals-beat-astros-5-0mlbsportsastroshouston-astrosnationalswashington-nationalsgio-gonzalezjordan-zimmermannroger-bernadinadanny-espinosamichael-morseTue, 7 Aug 2012 04:34:15 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals' Roger Bernadina (2) is safe at home as Houston Astros catcher Chris Snyder watches the ball hit the wall on a throwing error by Astros' Brian Bogusevic in the 11th inning of a baseball game Monday, Aug. 6, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Houston Astros' Steve Pearce (13) throws to first base around Matt Downs (16) to try for the out on Washington Nationals' Kurt Suzuki in the 11th inning of a baseball game Monday, Aug. 6, 2012, in Houston. Suzuki was already safe and Pearce overthrew first for an error. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Roger Bernadina claps after scoring from first base on a Kurt Suzuki single and two throwing errors by the Houston Astros in the 11th inning of a baseball game Monday, Aug. 6, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Danny Espinosa (8) is welcomed back to the dugout by bench coach Randy Knorr (53) and fans after hitting a two-run home run against the Houston Astros in the second inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Jesus Flores (26) slides into second base ahead of the throw to Houston Astros' Marwin Gonzalez (9) for a double in the fifth inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Houston Astros' Steve Pearce tosses his bat after flying out against the Washington Nationals to end the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Gio Gonzalez delivers a pitch against the Houston Astros in the fifth inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Gio Gonzalez, left, and Kurt Suzuki (24) head for the dugout after Gonzalez hit a two-run home run against the Houston Astros in the second inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Houston Astros starting pitcher Armando Galarraga hangs his head after giving up a two-run home run to Washington Nationals pitcher Gio Gonzalez in the second inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Jordan Zimmermann delivers a pitch against the Houston Astros in the first inning of a baseball game Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Drew Storen (22) and Kurt Suzuki (24) celebrate their 5-0 win over the Houston Astros to sweep the four-game baseball series, Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Houston Astros pitcher Lucas Harrell lies on the mound after dropping to avoid a line drive ball from Washington Nationals' Roger Bernadina in the first inning of a baseball game, Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, in Houston. Bernadina singled on the play. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Houston Astros' Lucas Harrell delivers a pitch against the Washington Nationals in the first inning of a baseball game, Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Michael Morse (38) passes Houston Astros first baseman Scott Moore (46) on his way around the bases on a solo homer in the sixth inning of a baseball game, Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Michael Morse, right, is congratulated by bench coach Randy Knorr after hitting a solo home run against the Houston Astros in the sixth inning of a baseball game, Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/03/13109536-nl-capsuleshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/03/13109536-nl-capsulesmlbsportsmarlinscapsulesnationalswashington-nationalsnlgio-gonzalezmark-derosaadam-larochejosh-johnsonjohn-lannandanny-espinosamiami-marlinsFri, 3 Aug 2012 23:41:43 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher John Lannan delivers in the second inning during the first baseball game of a doubleheader against the Miami Marlins, Friday, Aug. 3, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)</p><p>Miami Marlins starting pitcher Brad Hand winds up during the first inning of the the first baseball game of a doubleheader against the Washington Nationals, Friday, Aug. 3, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher John Lannan delivers in the first inning during the first baseball game of a doubleheader against the Miami Marlins, Friday, Aug. 3, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)</p><p>Miami Marlins starting pitcher Josh Johnson delivers in the first inning during the second baseball game of a doubleheader against the Washington Nationals, Friday, Aug. 3, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)</p><p>Washington Nationals right fielder Bryce Harper leaps for an RBI double by Miami Marlins' John Buck during the second inning of a baseball game at Nationals Park, Saturday, August 4, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)</p><p>Miami Marlins' Mark Buehrie delivers pitch to a Washington Nationals batter during the second inning of a baseball game at Nationals Park, Saturday, Aug. 4, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/23/12914205-strasburg-ks-11-nats-complete-sweep-of-metshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/23/12914205-strasburg-ks-11-nats-complete-sweep-of-metsmlbsportsmetsnew-york-metsnationalswashington-nationalsgio-gonzalezadam-larochestephen-strasburgbryce-harperdanny-espinosamichael-morseTue, 24 Jul 2012 02:31:59 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals Bryce Harper, right, trots the bases after hitting a first-inning, two-run home run off New York Mets starting pitcher Chris Young in their baseball game at Citi Field in New York, Monday, July 23, 2012. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann delivers in the first inning against the New York Mets in their baseball game at Citi Field in New York, Monday, July 23, 2012. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)</p><p>New York Mets' David Wright hits a solo home run off Washington Nationals starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann in the fourth inning of their baseball game at Citi Field in New York, Monday, July 23, 2012. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)</p><p>New York Mets starting pitcher Chris Young delivers against the Washington Nationals in the first inning of their baseball game at Citi Field in New York, Monday, July 23, 2012. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)</p><p>New York Mets second baseman Daniel Murphy misses the tag on Washington Nationals Bryce Harper (34) who stole second in the third inning of their baseball game at Citi Field in New York, Monday, July 23, 2012. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez (47) throws against the New York Mets in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at Citi Field in New York. (AP Photo/Kathy Kmonicek)</p><p>New York Mets starting pitcher R.A. Dickey (43) throws against the Washington Nationals in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at Citi Field in New York. (AP Photo/Kathy Kmonicek)</p><p>New York Mets catcher Mike Nickeas and Washington Nationals' Adam LaRoche (25) watch LaRoche's two-run home run off of Mets starting pitcher R.A. Dickey (43) in the sixth inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at Citi Field in New York. (AP Photo/Kathy Kmonicek)</p><p>New York Mets' David Wright (5) walks back to the dugout after striking out off of Washington Nationals relief pitcher Tyler Clippard in the ninth inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at Citi Field in New York. The Nationals won 5-2. (AP Photo/Kathy Kmonicek)</p><p>New York Mets' Jordany Valdespin (1) watches his pinch hit home run off of Washington Nationals relief pitcher Ryan Mattheus in the eighth inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at Citi Field in New York. (AP Photo/Kathy Kmonicek)</p><p>Washington Nationals catcher Jesus Flores (26) high-fives relief pitcher Tyler Clippard (36) after the Nationals defeated the New York Mets 5-2 in a baseball game, Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at Citi Field in New York. (AP Photo/Kathy Kmonicek)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg pitches during the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at Citi Field in New York. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig).</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg pitches during the second inning of the baseball game against the New York Mets Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at Citi Field in New York. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig). </p><p>Washington Nationals' Danny Espinosa scores a run past New York Mets catcher Josh Thole, during the fourth inning of the baseball game Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at Citi Field in New York. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig).</p><p>Washington Nationals' Stephen Lombardozzi, right, tries to reach third base on passed ball but is tagged out by New York Mets' David Wright during the third inning of the baseball game Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at Citi Field in New York. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig). </p><p>Washington Nationals' Adam LaRoche hits a two-run homer during the seventh inning of the baseball game against the New York Mets, Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at Citi Field in New York. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig).</p><p>New York Mets pitcher Jeremy Hefner pitches during the third inning of the baseball game against the Washington Nationals Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at Citi Field in New York. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig).</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/14/12746160-nationals-blow-largest-lead-in-franchise-historyhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/14/12746160-nationals-blow-largest-lead-in-franchise-historymlbsportsnationalswashington-nationalsgio-gonzalezedwin-jacksonstephen-strasburgSun, 15 Jul 2012 03:15:22 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals' Gio Gonzalez pitches against the Florida Marlins in the first inning of a baseball game in Miami, Saturday, July 14, 2012. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Gio Gonzalez heads the the dugout after Miami Marlins' John Buck drove in a run in the fifth inning of a baseball game in Miami, Saturday, July 14, 2012. The Marlins won 2-1. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Ian Desmond reacts after striking out against Miami Marlins' relief pitcher Steve Cishek in the ninth inning of a baseball game in Miami, Saturday, July 14, 2012. The Marlins won 2-1. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)</p><p>Washington Nationals starter Edwin Jackson (33) pitches to the Miami Marlins during the second inning of a baseball game in Miami, Monday, July 16, 2012. (AP Photo/J Pat Carter)</p><p>Washington Nationals runner Roger Bernadina sits on second base after being forced out in a sixth inning double play with bases loaded during a MLB baseball game in Miami, Monday, July 16, 2012. The Marlins won 5-3. (AP Photo/J Pat Carter)</p><p>Washington Nationals catcher Jesus Flores, left, and pitcher Tom Gorzelanny sit in the dugout during the seventh inning of a baseball game in Miami, Monday, July 16, 2012 against the Miami Marlins. The Marlins won 5-3. (AP Photo/J Pat Carter)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg sits in the dugout after being lifted in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves, Friday, July 20, 2012, in Washington. The Braves won 11-10 in 11 innings. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Michael Morse reacts to striking out in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves, Friday, July 20, 2012, in Washington. The Braves won 11-10 in 11 innings. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)</p><p>Washington Nationals relief pitcher Tyler Clippard delivers in the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves on Friday, July 20, 2012, in Washington. The Braves won 11-10 in 11 innings. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/06/12606579-rockies-rally-past-nationals-4-3http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/06/12606579-rockies-rally-past-nationals-4-3mlbsportsrockiesnationalswashington-nationalscolorado-rockiesgio-gonzalezstephen-strasburgian-desmondtyler-colvinjordan-pachecodrew-pomeranzSat, 7 Jul 2012 02:17:38 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Colorado Rockies' Tyler Colvin, right, is congratulated by teammate Wil Nieves while returning to the dugout after hitting his second home run of the night off Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Friday, July 6, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)</p><p>Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg, top, delivers to Colorado Rockies' Dexter Fowler during the first inning of a baseball game on Friday, July 6, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)</p><p>Colorado Rockies pitcher Drew Pomeranz (13) delivers against the Washington Nationals during the first inning of a baseball game on Friday, July 6, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)</p><p>Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg delivers to the Colorado Rockies during the second inning of a baseball game on Friday, July 6, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)</p><p>Colorado Rockies' Tyler Colvin runs to the dugout after hitting a home run against the Washington Nationals during the second inning of a baseball game on Friday, July 6, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)</p><p>Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jeff Francis throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals on Saturday, July 7, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals shortstop Ian Desmond runs the bases for his solo home run as Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jeff Francis looks down, during the second inning of a baseball game Saturday, July 7, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jeff Francis wipes his face between innings of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals on Saturday, July 7, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez throws during the second inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies on Saturday, July 7, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann (27) throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Sunday, July 8, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Colorado Rockies' Tyler Colvin (21) safely steals second as Washington Nationals second baseman Danny Espinosa (8) cannot make the tag in time during the second inning of a baseball game, Sunday, July 8, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jeremy Guthrie (15) throws during the first inning of a baseball game agains the Washington Nationals, Sunday, July 8, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Colorado Rockies left fielder Carlos Gonzalez (5) jumps to bare-hand a ball off the wall hit by Washington Nationals Ryan Zimmerman during the first inning of a baseball game on Sunday, July 8, 2012 in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/06/29/12489595-zimmerman-nationals-top-braves-in-105-degree-heathttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/06/29/12489595-zimmerman-nationals-top-braves-in-105-degree-heatmlbbravessportsatlanta-bravesnationalswashington-nationalsgio-gonzalezryan-zimmermanstephen-strasburgmike-minoron-atlantaSat, 30 Jun 2012 02:56:17 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Washington Nationals' Michael Morse scores as Atlanta Braves catcher Brian McCann looks for the ball during the third inning of a baseball game, Friday, June 29, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Jesus Flores is welcomed back to the dugout after his home run against the Atlanta Braves during the fourth inning of a baseball game, Friday, June 29, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)</p><p>Washington Nationals pitcher Ross Detwiler pauses after loading the bases with Atlanta Braves during the fifth inning of a baseball game, Friday, June 29, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Matt Diaz reacts after he lined out against the Washington Nationals during the second inning of a baseball game, Friday, June 29, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Randall Delgado pitches against the Washington Nationals during the first inning of a baseball game, Friday, June 29, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Ross Detwiler pitches to an Atlanta Braves batter during the first inning of a baseball game, Friday, June 29, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg reacts after giving up three runs to the Atlanta Braves in the third inning of their baseball game on Saturday, June 30, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Martin Prado (14) greets teammate Dan Uggla as he scores in front of Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg in the third inning of their baseball game on Saturday, June 30, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Stephen Strasburg hits an RBI-single in the second inning of their baseball game against the Atlanta Braves on Saturday, June 30, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Martin Prado hydrates as temperatures climb to 105 degrees in the third inning of their baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Saturday, June 30, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman (11) is congratulated on his home run off the Atlanta Braves in the fifth inning of their baseball game, Sunday, July 1, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman (11) rounds first base on his home run off Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Tim Hudson (15) in the fifth inning of their baseball game, Sunday, July 1, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Jason Heyward (22) celebrates with teammates after scoring in the third inning of their baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Sunday, July 1, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman (11) scores in front of Atlanta Braves catcher David Ross in the first inning of their baseball game on Sunday, July 1, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Tim Hudson throws to the Washington Nationals in the first inning of their baseball game on Sunday, July 1, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Atlanta Braves catcher David Ross talks to Braves pitcher Tim Hudson after Hudson gave up three runs in the first inning of their baseball game against the Washington Nationals on Sunday, July 1, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Washington Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez (47) throws to the Atlanta Braves in the first inning of their baseball game on Sunday, July 1, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman (11) hits a double against the Atlanta Braves, scoring Bryce Harper, in the first inning of their baseball game on Sunday, July 1, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Jason Heyward receives a cold towel from a trainer after completing the second inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Turner Field in Atlanta, Saturday, June 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Hyosub Shin) MARIETTA DAILY OUT; GWINNETT DAILY POST OUT; LOCAL TV OUT (WXIA, WGCL, FOX 5)</p>