The young slugger, who has struggled in the season’s second half, powered the Nationals to a 4-3 win over the Braves. … [Read more...] about James Wood tees off on Atlanta, reaches 30 homers in first full season
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Once-celebrated BLM activist to get lighter sentence for defrauding donors, government
A Boston activist with ties to Black Lives Matter faces two years behind bars after she pleaded guilty to swindling thousands of dollars from private donors and government officials to fund her lifestyle. … [Read more...] about Once-celebrated BLM activist to get lighter sentence for defrauding donors, government
Nationals set to name Paul Toboni as head of baseball operations
Toboni will arrive in Washington from the Boston Red Sox, where he helped oversee a stellar draft and player development system. … [Read more...] about Nationals set to name Paul Toboni as head of baseball operations
Ukrainians cautious after Trump shifts stance, saying they can win war against Russia
Ukrainians were cautious Wednesday in their response to a surprise pivot in U.S. President Trump's views on their prospects for defeating Russia's invasion, after he said they could win the three-year war and retake land captured by Russia. … [Read more...] about Ukrainians cautious after Trump shifts stance, saying they can win war against Russia
The Nationals’ top pitching prospects are sidelined. Who’s next?
Jake Bennett, Alex Clemmey and Jackson Kent ended their seasons at Class AA Harrisburg, which is a good sign for the Nationals. … [Read more...] about The Nationals’ top pitching prospects are sidelined. Who’s next?