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Inside Look: Washington Nationals

Posted on April 9, 2010 by Joe Janish

The Mets host the Washington Nationals for a three-game set this weekend, and the series loser will likely be in the NL cellar come Monday. Bet you didn’t think of that, did you? Kind of scary, but true. Both teams … Continue reading →

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Josh Willingham a Target?

Posted on December 6, 2009 by Joe Janish

According to a tweet by Washington Nationals beat writer William Ladson just before he left for the winter meetings, the Mets may be interested in Josh Willingham. Though there are concerns about his defensive skills, Willingham certainly fits the description … Continue reading →

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If the Mets Buy

Posted on July 30, 2009 by Joe Janish

When the team was more than 8 games behind in the Wild Card standings, Nepopolitans GM Omar Minionaya insisted that the team would be “buyers” rather than “sellers” at the deadline. This, of course, came as a surprise, since they … Continue reading →

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Marlins Trade Olsen, Willingham to Nats

Posted on November 11, 2008 by Joe Janish

According to several reports, the Florida Marlins have traded righthander Scott Olsen and outfielder Josh Willingham to the Washington Nationals in exchange for second baseman Emilio Bonifacio and A-ballers P.J. Dean and Jake Smolinksi. Strange deal, as you would think … Continue reading →

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