After sweeping three games from the Marlins, the Washington Nationals concluded their home stand by dropping two of three against the Arizona Diamondbacks. With a 36-38 record, the Nats remain in third place in the NL East, half a game ahead of the Mets and one game out of a wild-card playoff berth. Where’s the offense? For the Nats to be serious playoff contenders – and … [Read more...] about Nats hit the road after 4-2 home stand
The Washington Capitals trade goaltender Darcy Kuemper for Pierre Loc DuBois
The Washington Capitals announced a trade for centerman Pierre Luc Dubois and are sending goaltender Darcy Kuemper to the Los Angles Kings. This trade has 0 salary retention on either side, and also locks up a first line center for the team that is much needed. Kuemper who struggled during his time in DC is getting a change of scenery which should help revitalize his career. … [Read more...] about The Washington Capitals trade goaltender Darcy Kuemper for Pierre Loc DuBois
Tides Split Series With Memphis Redbirds, Dean Kremer Makes Rehab Start
The Triple-AAA Norfolk Tides split their 6 game series with the Memphis Redbirds 3-3. The series was from June 11th – June 16th, and each game was in Norfolk. The Tides played well, bringing their record to 35-34 and successfully keeping them above .500. Among the Tides’ notable players was outfielder Billy Cook, who got eight hits, including a double, a triple, and three … [Read more...] about Tides Split Series With Memphis Redbirds, Dean Kremer Makes Rehab Start
Orioles Win the Series at Home Against the Braves
The Baltimore Orioles clinch another series victory against the Atlanta Braves winning two out of three games in Camden Yards. The O’s record of 45-23 currently has them sitting as the third-best team in MLB with a match-up against the Philadelphia Phillies coming up. The Orioles benefitted from stellar starting pitching in their two victories. Albert Suarez pitched five and a … [Read more...] about Orioles Win the Series at Home Against the Braves
Nats begin critical stretch in Detroit
If the Washington Nationals are to be a factor in the playoff picture this season, the push begins now. Having won three of four at home against the Braves, Washington visits Detroit to begin a monthlong stretch of winnable series, mostly against teams with losing records until the All Star break. More come-from-behind wins The Nats didn’t play their best baseball in … [Read more...] about Nats begin critical stretch in Detroit