District 34

Spring training games are underway in West Palm Beach. Bobby and Amy discuss why the Nationals decided to ramp down Sean Doolittle and why they are being cautious with other pitchers. They also talk about the improvements that the Nationals have made defensively and what CJ Abrams needs to work on before Opening Day.

Position players have reported to West Palm Beach and the first full-squad workouts are underway. Bobby and Amy discuss what we have we learned from the first week of Nats spring training. Plus, Mike Rizzo discusses the top prospects and his contract status, and Davey Martinez talks about the first full-squad workout.

While pitchers and catchers report to West Palm Beach, hearts remain heavy in D.C. for the late Ted Lerner. Bobby Blanco and Amy Jennings remember the Nationals' founding principal owner. Then they preview spring training with offseason grades, top storylines and position battles to watch.

Trea Turner to the Phillies. Justin Verlander to the Mets. The NL East was the most active division in baseball this offseason. Where do things stand heading into spring training? Bobby and Amy pose one big question for each team. Plus, the Nats add starting pitching depth and agree to terms with Victor Robles.

Alex Colomé and Wily Peralta bring more experience to a deep Nats bullpen on minor league deals. Bobby and Amy look to see if there is enough room for the right-handed veterans. Plus, Joe Ross signs a minor league deal with the Giants and the Nats have four prospects in MLB Pipeline's new top 100 rankings.

The Nationals roster is almost set ahead of spring. Are they better, worse or the same in 2023? Bobby and Amy break down the squad by position. Plus, who would you elect into a Nationals Hall of Fame? Brought to you by Toyota. For legendary safety and reliability, choose Toyota and let's go places.

After flipping from the Mets last year, Elian Soto, Juan’s younger brother, officially signed with the Nationals. Bobby and Amy look at the newest international class and the Nats' top international prospects. Plus, they review the arbitration-eligible players that agreed to terms and why Victor Robles did not. Finally, they discuss the four Nats prospects in Baseball America's latest top 100 rankings. Brought to you by Toyota. For legendary safety and reliability, choose Toyota and let's go places.

Corey Dickerson brings an experienced left-handed bat to left field. Is the Nats lineup set? Bobby and Amy break down the latest big league signing. Plus, they react to Carlos Correa's surprise return to the Twins. Brought to you by Toyota. For legendary safety and reliability, choose Toyota and let's go places.

Dominic Smith is the left-handed corner outfielder and first baseman the Nats have been searching for this offseason. Bobby and Amy take a look at the Nats’ newest depth pieces on the MASN All Access Podcast, presented by Toyota.

Erasmo Ramirez returning crosses one thing off Washington’s wish list. Bobby and Amy double check the Nats' holiday list. Plus, they react to the shocking news that Carlos Correa is signing with the Mets instead of the Giants. All of that and more on the MASN All Access Podcast, presented by Toyota.

The Nationals selected Thad Ward out of the Red Sox organization in the Rule 5 draft. They also signed Trevor Williams to a two-year deal. Amy Jennings and Bobby Blanco take a look at the Nats' newest arms. Brought to you by Toyota. For legendary safety and reliability, choose Toyota, and let's go places.

The Nationals have the No. 1 pick in today's Rule 5 draft. Amy and Brendan Mortensen recap the Winter Meetings and preview the Rule 5 draft. Brought to you by Toyota. For legendary safety and reliability, choose Toyota, and let's go places.

The Nats signed Jeimer Candelario to a one-year deal and Stone Garrett to a major league contract. Bobby and Amy react to the first big league signing of the offseason.

By non-tendering Erick Fedde and Luke Voit, the Nats gave a glimpse into their offseason blueprint. Bobby and Amy look at the ramifications of the latest roster moves.

Before yesterday’s deadline, the Nats chose to add six players to their 40-man roster, protecting them from the Rule 5 draft. Amy Jennings and Brendan Mortensen discuss who they protected and why. They also discuss Friday's non-tender deadline and recent minor-league deals.

Sean Doolittle is returning on a minor league deal while Nelson Cruz’s mutual option was declined. Bobby and Amy break down the Nats’ early moves in free agency.

Davey Martinez and Mike Rizzo had their options selected for 2023. Bobby Blanco and Brendan Mortensen discuss what the skipper and GM need to be accomplish to show they should be around beyond next year.

Bobby Blanco and Amy Jennings discuss how the Nats should address three areas where they need to improve in 2023.

The bullpen was surprisingly the Nats’ biggest strength while the rotation uncharacteristically struggled. Bobby and Amy grade the Nats’ 2022 pitching staff.

Some players took steps forward while others still need to show signs of improvement. Bobby and Amy hand out grades to the Nats’ positions players.