Monthly Archives: August 2012

Somewhat overlooked amidst the Nationals current losing streak, Friday afternoon the Nationals agreed to a 1-year contract extension worth $1 million plus incentives with veteran reserve infielder Chad Tracy.  After spending the 2011 season playing in Japan, Tracy made the … Continue reading →

For weeks I have tried my best to avoid commenting on the topic of the Stephen Strasburg innings shut down, as I am quite sure I have never seen a more hotly debated baseball topic amongst those that have little … Continue reading →

Thursday afternoon the Baltimore Orioles placed injured second baseman Brian Roberts on the 60-day disabled list, optioned right-handed pitcher Steve Johnston to Triple-A Norfolk, and promoted 20-year-old uber-prospect shortstop Manny Machado from Double-A Bowie, in expectation that he acts as … Continue reading →