May 20, 2012

Marquis looking to end first half on high note

The Rockies will be looking to snap a five-game losing streak while Nationals starter Jason Marquis will be out to rebound from a rough outing in the series opener Friday.

Now with Mets, Harris holds Nats in high regard

Mets outfielder Willie Harris, who called Washington home for three seasons, said it feels weird not wearing a Nationals uniform. He had close relationships with the Lerner family, general manager Mike Rizzo and several of the players, including shortstop Ian Desmond and center fielder Nyjer Morgan.

Nationals honor high school leaders

During an on-field ceremony prior to Wednesday's game, Nationals players Matt Capps, Nyjer Morgan and Ryan Zimmerman represented all Major Leaguers when they honored nine high school students serving as Captains of District of Columbia Action Team.