Means who has been sidelined for a season in a half has been dealing with back trouble and also recovering from Tommy John surgery John Means, who hasn’t pitched since the end of 2021, is heading for Double-A Bowie for long-delayed rehab start following back trouble that started in May. It looks like Means’ return to the rotation is nigh but the question is: What will the … [Read more...] about John Means heading to AA-Level Bowie for rehab start
Brandon Hyde thinking about the present and not the future
Hyde continuing to stay focused on the present as he was questioned about the postseason, he sternly said: “We’re playing the Astros.” In a pre-practice statement, Brandon Hyde was very terse and rather angered with the questioning from reporters about the postseason. “We’re playing the Astros,” said Brandon Hyde, “I’m not focused on the future, I’m focused on the right … [Read more...] about Brandon Hyde thinking about the present and not the future
Big in Bhutan: Baseball slowly becoming a hit in the country.
The landlocked Asian nation is becoming a rabid fanatic of baseball. Bhutan, the land of the dragon kings, mountains, a strong spirit of hard work, Shangri-La, and baseball. Baseball? What do you mean? I thought soccer was their big thing!Yes, this landlocked country of under 700,000 people are now building up the next generation of baseball and softball players. While the … [Read more...] about Big in Bhutan: Baseball slowly becoming a hit in the country.
Capitals sign Tom Wilson to a seven-year extension
The Washington Capitals have signed forward Tom Wilson to a seven-year extension, worth $45.5 million, the Capitals announced today. The extension will start for the 2024-2025 season and will have be worth an average of $6.5 million a year. The Capitals locked up a key piece of their organization and likely future Captain when Alex Ovechkin retires. Wilson missed a large … [Read more...] about Capitals sign Tom Wilson to a seven-year extension
Nats Tradewinds Feels Like Light Breeze
The Washington Nationals traded third baseman Jeimer Candelario to the Chicago Cubs for two prospects: SS Kevin Made (20) and LHP DJ Herz (22). Candelario debuted with the Cubs in 2016 and played a few more games for them in 2017. In 99 games with the Nats, the “Candy Man” led the team in doubles (30), OBP (.342), and SLG (.481). At the time of the trade, Candelario was … [Read more...] about Nats Tradewinds Feels Like Light Breeze