Game 30: Brad Hand Struggles Again

The Nats lost 3-2 at Yankee Stadium as Brad Hand had a difficult 9th inning for the 2nd straight day. Mark & Al recap the frustrating series filled with missed opportunities and discuss who should have taken the mound in the 9th. Not all was lost for the bullpen, as Austin Voth took full advantage of his first high leverage situation. They also look at Joe Ross, who pitched his third consecutive quality start.

(18:55) The Nationals offense had more negatives than positives in the majority of the weekend in New York. Mark answers Al's questions about the lineup, why was Soto DH on Sunday, and why did Ryan Zimmerman only play one game in the series?

(32:01) A preview of a three game set at home vs. Philadelphia. It will be Bryce Harper's first game in D.C. with fans Post 2019 World Series. Plus, Tim was on hand at Wilmington to watch Jackson Rutledge pitch, just how important is he to the organization's future plans? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Release date

Lydbog: 10. maj 2021