February 8, 2012

Morse's blast gives Nats win in series opener

Michael Morse's three-run homer in the top of the ninth inning helped the Nationals defeat the Marlins, 6-4, at Sun Life Stadium on Monday night.

Johnson gives Zimmerman's glove high praise

Nationals manager Davey Johnson played with Orioles third baseman Brooks Robinson for eight seasons, and the skipper said third baseman Ryan Zimmerman is up there with Robinson in terms of playing great defense at the position.

Change in batting stance gives Desmond a lift

Over his past 10 games entering Saturday's action, Ian Desmond was hitting .355 (11-for-31) with a home run and five RBIs. Nationals manager Davey Johnson credits a change in Desmond's stance for the recent success.

Ramos' blast gives Nats walk-off win

Call them the Never Say Die Nationals. Washington scored five runs in the bottom of the ninth inning to defeat Seattle, 6-5, on Tuesday night.

Espinosa Jr. gives Sr. all the credit

Nationals second baseman Danny Espinosa doesn't have to think twice about who gets the credit for him being in the big leagues: His dad, Danny Espinosa Sr.