The Washington Nationals 2022 season has been a disappointment for their players and the fans. Just three years ago, they were World Series champions. Since then, they have struggled to compete. The Nationals 2022 season is no different. Washington is 40-plus games under .500 and just trying to get the season over. They don’t have much to play for other than pride. Overall, … [Read more...] about Washington Nationals 2022 Season Has Been Lackluster
Doug DeCinces: A Roller Coaster’s Peak
Doug DeCinces is not a name that’s on the tip of every baseball fan’s tongue. Indeed, even this writer had barely heard of him until doing research for this piece. However, during the late 1970s and throughout the 1980s, DeCinces was relatively well known. During his career, he only made one All-Star appearance. At the same time, it does not reflect his type of player. He … [Read more...] about Doug DeCinces: A Roller Coaster’s Peak
Orioles Closer Félix Bautista Continues to Dominate
Baltimore Orioles closer, Félix Bautista, is a player to keep an eye on. The 27-year-old was named the presumptive closer ever since the Orioles traded Jorge López at the trade deadline. Since that trade, Bautista has responded as he has five saves and a 1.35 ERA over 14 1/3 innings. Bautista has emerged as one of manager Bradon Hyde’s top arms in the bullpen. Orioles … [Read more...] about Orioles Closer Félix Bautista Continues to Dominate
Padres Trade for Juan Soto, Josh Bell in Blockbuster Deal
The San Diego Padres acquire Juan Soto and Josh Bell. According to Jon Morosi of MLB Network, the Washington Nationals will receive MacKenzie Gore, C.J. Abrams, Robert Hassell III, James Wood, and Jarlin Susana. However, Eric Hosmer declined to go to the Nationals. Furthermore, Hosmer does have a 10-team no-trade clause as it’s his contractual right to decline a trade. Luke … [Read more...] about Padres Trade for Juan Soto, Josh Bell in Blockbuster Deal
Eric Hosmer Traded to the Red Sox
Eric Hosmer was headed to Washington. Instead. He will be going to Boston. Hosmer used his no-trade clause to reject a move to the Washington Nationals as part of the deal with Juan Soto and Josh Bell headed to San Diego. As Hosmer goes to the Boston Red Sox, Luke Voit will be a part of the deal. Luke Voit is headed to the Nationals in the trade that brings Soto and Bell to … [Read more...] about Eric Hosmer Traded to the Red Sox