May 20, 2012

Colleli named Nats' honorary bat girl

The Nationals' honorary bat girl on Monday will be Cathy Colleli of Olney, Md., who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2009. Colleli's sister, Sheri, died of the disease in 2003, but her own prognosis is excellent after undergoing surgery and chemo treatments last year

Riggleman named to All-Star coaching staff

Manager Jim Riggleman will be one of the National League coaches for this summer's All-Star Game, being held at Chase Field in Phoenix on July 12.

Hernandez named Opening Day starter

On Tuesday, Nationals manager Jim Riggleman officially named right-hander Livan Hernandez the starter for the Opening Day game against the Atlanta Braves on March 31 at Nationals Park.

Maya named Dominican League's top pitcher

Nationals right-hander Yunesky Maya was named the 2010 Dominican Winter League Pitcher of the Year, while outfielder Eury Perez was the DWL Rookie of the Year.

Harper named Golden Spikes Award winner

Bryce Harper was named the 2010 Golden Spikes Award winner. Since 1978, USA Baseball has honored the top amateur baseball player in the country with the Golden Spikes Award.