February 8, 2012

Nats, Ankiel agree to Minor League deal

Rick Ankiel has agreed to terms on a Minor League contract that will have him back with the Nationals in 2012, a baseball source confirmed.

Nats ask fans to 'Take Back the Park' vs. Phils

When it comes to the Phillies, chief operating officer Andy Feffer wants Nationals fans to fill up Nationals Park — and for a good reason.

Nats add Durbin to mix on Minor League deal

The Nationals added depth to their bullpen on Wednesday by signing right-hander Chad Durbin to a Minor League contract with an invitation to Spring Training, according to a baseball source.

Nats bring Lidge on board with one-year deal

The Nationals agreed to terms with reliever Brad Lidge on a one-year contract Thursday. Lidge will join a bullpen that includes right-handers Drew Storen and Tyler Clippard. Besides providing leadership to a bunch of young relievers, Lidge will probably be one of the team's setup men.

Harper heads Nats prospects on Top 100 list

Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper, third baseman Anthony Rendon and pitchers Alex Meyer and Sammy Solis were ranked in MLB.com's Top 100 Prospects list on Wednesday, with Harper coming in at No. 2.