February 8, 2012

Nats squeeze by Cubs with Morse's help

Wilson Ramos laid down a perfect bunt in the seventh, and National League Final Vote candidate Michael Morse scored the decisive run for Washington in a 5-4 win at Nationals Park over the Cubs.

Nix's bat, glove help Lannan top Phils

The performance was far from John Lannan's best, but with some help from Laynce Nix, it was exactly what he needed.

Gallardo can help right Crew in Washington

Milwaukee will turn to staff ace Yovani Gallardo to get the team back on track Saturday afternoon after a 10-inning loss to the Nationals in the series opener. Washington counters with Jason Marquis, and hopes momentum from the thriller carries the team.

Pudge eager to help Ramos become starter

Nationals manager Jim Riggleman announced that catchers Ivan Rodriguez and Wilson Ramos will split the first nine games of the season, with Ramos slowly becoming the No. 1 catcher.

Gorzelanny, Morgan help Nats top Cardinals

Tom Gorzelanny and Kyle Lohse locked up in a pitchers' duel on Friday night as the Nationals beat the Cardinals, 3-2.