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The Washington Nationals stayed busy, adding roster depth and rotation stability in two under-the-radar but telling moves. The Nats signed local product Matt Mervis to a minor league deal with a spring training invite, bringing added competition to a wide-open first base picture. While Mervis' major league numbers with the Cubs and Marlins have been modest, his signing signals the Nationals' continued search for answers at a position that remains unsettled. With names like Andrés Chaparro, Trey Lipscomb, and several prospects in the mix, this move feels more like insurance than a solution—and a sign that president of baseball operations Paul Toboni may not be finished shopping. The bigger impact move came on the pitching side, where the Nationals signed left-hander Foster Griffin to a one-year, $5.5 million deal after three standout seasons in Japan. Griffin reinvented himself overseas, posting elite numbers with the Yomiuri Giants and earning an All-Star selection, all while rebuilding his pitch mix and starter's mindset. His return gives Washington much-needed experience in an otherwise young rotation and reflects a front office focused on stability and structure as the rebuild enters its next phase. Together, these moves highlight a Nationals organization quietly laying groundwork rather than chasing headlines. Righteous Felon Craft Jerky – Snack Smarter! Looking for a high-protein, keto-friendly snack? Try Righteous Felon Craft Jerky — premium Black Angus beef, hormone & antibiotic-free, with flavors like O.G. Hickory! Get 15% OFF your order using promo code MINUTECAST: righteousfelon.com/?ref=MINUTECAST Snack smart. Stay fueled. Your host Dan Holmi on Twitter https://x.com/dancaps218 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Washington Nationals face a defining decision with MacKenzie Gore as the left-hander enters the heart of his prime and moves closer to free agency. On the Nats Minutecast Podcast, we break down Gore's 2025 season, from his dominant All-Star first half to a turbulent second half shaped by organizational upheaval, injuries, and some of the worst run support in Major League Baseball. Despite a 5–15 record and a 4.17 ERA, Gore's swing-and-miss stuff, elite breaking balls, and league-leading strikeout rates tell a very different story — one of a frontline starter whose true value goes far beyond the win-loss column. With new president of baseball operations Paul Toboni emphasizing player development, the Nationals must decide whether they can realistically contend during Gore's remaining years of team control or whether trading him at peak value makes more sense. Interest from contenders like the New York Yankees underscores just how coveted Gore is around the league, especially at his projected arbitration salary. This episode explores whether Washington should build its future rotation around Gore or leverage his value to accelerate the rebuild, making it clear that whatever choice comes next will reveal exactly where the Nationals believe they are in their competitive timeline. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Pitching Coach for the Washington Nationals and Georgetown University alum Simon Mathews joins Dylan Campione & Coach Edwin Thompson on today's version of Talkin' with T. Almost a month after joining the Nationals, Simon takes us through his baseball journey from the Hilltop to the coaching world and now to the big leagues!
The Washington Nationals have officially turned the page by hiring Anirudh Kilambi as their new general manager, and the backstory matters just as much as the résumé. Kilambi's lifelong obsession with baseball — forged as a Giants fan in Northern California and sharpened through years of self-imposed limits, rule-bending inning counts, and relentless curiosity — paints the picture of a front-office executive who didn't just fall into the sport, but lived it. At just 31 years old, Kilambi becomes one of the youngest GMs in Major League Baseball, joining the Nationals after four years with the Philadelphia Phillies, where he rose to assistant GM and gained a reputation as a sharp, data-driven evaluator with strong people skills. For the Washington Nationals, this hire signals a philosophical shift under new president of baseball operations Paul Toboni. Kilambi represents a modern MLB executive: analytically inclined, development-focused, and deeply invested in process over flash. As the Nationals continue their rebuild and attempt to turn elite draft capital and young talent into sustainable success, Kilambi's obsession-turned-expertise could be the defining factor. This isn't just a new general manager — it's a bet on vision, preparation, and a long-term plan to bring winning baseball back to Washington. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
It was a quick process but a surreal one for Kilambi as he tasked to rebuild the Nats
Keith Law joins Lance Brozdowski as they discuss the state of the Chicago Cubs' farm system, Owen Caissie's potential impact in 2026, how different Triple-A talent compares to 10 years ago, and much more, including a hypothetical trade package for Washington Nationals left-hander MacKenzie Gore.
The Nats have made another trade as they acquired Luis Perales from the Red Sox.
Playing GM is back! Peter and Ryan conduct the Mets autopsy off the top. Then, Jack and Ryan build the Mets back up before pivoting to the new-look Washington Nationals.Mets Autopsy: 0:00Playing GM for Mets: 43:51Playing GM for Nats: 1:12:35Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
We react to the trade rumors surrounding CJ Abrams & MacKenzie Gore.
If you had Phillip Rivers return to the NFL on your 2025 bingo card, congrats! While it's not official, Rivers worked out for the Colts last night and it's highly possible he could un-retire and sign with the Colts who are dealing with a VERY difficult situation at QB. The Seahawks have faced their fair share of backup quarterbacks, but this week against the Colts is on another level. :30- The Winter Meetings are ongoing and activity is slow! - Are we happy with the trade return for Harry Ford? - Could Mitch Garver make a reduced-rate return to the Mariners? - The Mariners are being mentioned in Ketel Marte trade rumors. - CJ Abrams could also be a possibility… - What's up with Murakami? He has to sign with a team by 12/22, the clock is ticking. :45- The Kraken dropped their 6th straight game, losing to the Wild at home last night and that may not have been the worst thing to happen! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The 2025 edition of the baseball winter meetings is officially underway in Orlando, Florida, and the Baseball Bar-B-Cast crew is on the scene. This is normally the week when deals start to bloom and big free agents are plucked from the tree. Just last year we saw Juan Soto and the New York Mets agree to a deal, as well as Max Fried joining the New York Yankees, so you never know what might happen.On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman give their thoughts on what might happen at the meetings this year and the things they're looking forward to, including the annual Scott Boras free-agent pitch. They then talk about Jeff Kent being elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame by the Veterans Committee and why it'll be at least five years until Roger Clemens and Barry Bonds possibly get their last shot at enshrinement.Later, Jake and Jordan talk about the Seattle Mariners, Boston Red Sox, Washington Nationals,and Pittsburgh Pirates all making trades with their hopes set on 2026, as well as a few free agents coming off the board. Then they get into the Sonny Gray vs. Yankees drama that has developed following the news that he wasn't happy to join the Yankees in 2017.1:25 – The Opener: 2025 Winter Meetings17:00 – Jeff Kent elected to Hall of Fame24:47 – Around the League: Trades going down42:42 – Free agents signing47:51 – We Need To Talk About: Gray vs. Yankees53:45 – Field Report: Winter League edition Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:
The Washington Nationals shook up their offseason plans by trading emerging closer Jose A. Ferrer to the Seattle Mariners in exchange for top catching prospect Harry Ford and young right-hander Isaac Lyon. Ferrer, a 25-year-old lefty with elite velocity and years of team control, had been viewed as a long-term bullpen anchor. But with the market for high-leverage left-handed relievers thin and Ferrer drawing strong leaguewide interest, the Nationals capitalized on the opportunity to address a major organizational weakness behind the plate. Ford, once one of Seattle's most touted prospects, had trouble finding playing time behind star catcher Cal Raleigh but now gets a clear runway to develop into Washington's everyday starter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Rich and the guys react to a Brian Windhorst report that Giannis Antetokounmpo ask the Milwaukee Bucks for a trade prior to the start of the NBA season, and to the Los Angeles Clippers parting ways with future Hall of Famer Chris Paul…at 1am in the morning. The guys also debate what Kawhi Leonard's legacy will be once he retires from the league. Coach RAC (aka RichardAnthony Cruz) and Rich discuss the incredible rise in popularity of the Savannah Bananas, his baseball journey from being a Washington Nationals minor leaguer to life on the Banana Ball tour, the choreography that goes into preparing for a game each day, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The following players are discussed:1. Travis Sykora (RHP)2. Eli Willits (SS)3. Jarlin Susana (RHP)4. Luke Dickerson (SS)5. Coy James (SS)6. Seaver King (SS)7. Alex Clemmey (LHP)8. Yohandy Morales (3B)9. Brayan Cortesia (SS)10. Ethan Petry (OF)
The Nationals introduced Blake Butera as their new manager on Monday – hear his first media meeting, hear from Butera and Nats POBO Paul Toboni about the future, and listen as Mark Zuckerman from MASN explains what he got from the intro!
The Nationals introduced Blake Butera as their new manager on Monday – hear his first media meeting, hear from Butera and Nats POBO Paul Toboni about the future, and listen as Mark Zuckerman from MASN explains what he got from the intro!
Send us a textIn this our second episode honoring the life of Former Vice President Dick Cheney we listen to the various eulogies from his funeral in Washington D.C. at the Washington National Cathedral. They range from his cardiologist, former Press Secretary, a Former President of the United States, his grandchildren and daughter, a former Congresswoman in her own right. This is a moving selection of addresses. Questions or comments at , Randalrgw1@aol.com , https://twitter.com/randal_wallace , and http://www.randalwallace.com/Please Leave us a review at wherever you get your podcastsThanks for listening!!
The Nationals introduced Blake Butera as their new manager on Monday – hear his first media meeting, hear from Butera and Nats POBO Paul Toboni about the future, and listen as Mark Zuckerman from MASN explains what he got from the intro!
The Nationals introduced Blake Butera as their new manager on Monday – hear his first media meeting, hear from Butera and Nats POBO Paul Toboni about the future, and listen as Mark Zuckerman from MASN explains what he got from the intro!
In our news wrap Thursday, a funeral service for former Vice President Dick Cheney was held at the Washington National Cathedral, the Trump administration announced ambitious plans to drill for oil off the nation's coasts, NTSB investigators say there was evidence of cracks in the engine mount of the UPS cargo plane that crashed in Kentucky, and the DOJ has 30 days to release the Epstein files. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
From 'Bustin' Loose Baseball' (subscribe here): Monday was the official beginning of the next step for the Washington Nationals organization as the newest Manager, Blake Butera, was introduced to the media. He then joined The Grant & Danny Show on 106.7 The Fan to talk about what he hopes to bring to the organization in his first opportunity as a Major League Manager. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 220, Segment 1 -- Monday was the official beginning of the next step for the Washington Nationals organization as the newest Manager, Blake Butera, was introduced to the media. He then joined The Grant & Danny Show on 106.7 The Fan to talk about what he hopes to bring to the organization in his first opportunity as a Major League Manager. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 220, FULL SHOW -- Monday was the official beginning of the next step for the Washington Nationals organization as the newest Manager, Blake Butera, was introduced to the media. He then joined The Grant & Danny Show on 106.7 The Fan to talk about what he hopes to bring to the organization in his first opportunity as a Major League Manager; President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni introduced his first managerial hire of his tenure on Monday. He joined The Grant & Danny Show on 106.7 The Fan to talk about why Butera was the right guy, and some of the other staffing hires the team has made as they enter a new era. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
New Nationals manager Blake Butera joins G&D LIVE from Nationals Park after being introduced to the DC media.
The Nats have hired a 30-year old pitching coach, Simon Matthews!
On the 365th episode of You Know I'm Right, Nick Durst and Joe Calabrese are joined by Big Brother's Zach Cornell to discuss: - First app he checks everyday - Playing college baseball and being a two-time NAIA All-American - Joining the Washington Nationals organization - Having to retire from baseball and pivot - Using his charm and working in marketing - Applying for and getting cast for Big Brother - Representing Filipino-Americans on television - Does he regret not getting in a showmance with Morgan Pope who was interested in him? - Biggest surprises about the Big Brother house? - What has he spent is $10,000 reward on? - Bromance with Zae Frederich - Would he have voted for Vince Panaro or Ashley Hollis to win Big Brother? - You Know I'm Right moment For more information visit: https://linktr.ee/youknowimright Follow our show on instagram - instagram.com/YKIRPodcast Like our show on facebook - https://www.facebook.com/YouKnowImRightPodcast Follow our show on twitter - twitter.com/YKIRPodcast Follow Nick on twitter - twitter.com/Nick_Durst Follow Joe on twitter - twitter.com/JCalabrese1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Level up your collection this postseason — head to https://ArenaClub.com/WAKENJAKE and use code WAKENJAKE for 20% off your first pack or card.Use our Nike affiliate link to shop here: https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-101505473-17049705?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nike.com%2Fw%2Fbest-76m50 Click the in the description and sign up for your $1 per month trial at https://shopify.com/bakers.+++++++++Timestamps:0:00 Going 30 for 305:00 The Athletics 6:10 Baltimore Orioles 7:00 Boston Red Sox8:15 Chicago White Sox 9:00 Cleveland Guardians 10:00 Detroit Tigers 11:50 Houston Astros 13:10 Kansas City Royals 14:00 Los Angeles Angels 15:05 Minnesota Twins15:55 New York Yankees 17:25 Seattle Mariners 18:15 Tampa Bay Rays19:20 Texas Rangers 20:05 Toronto Blue Jays 23:00 Arizona Diamondbacks 24:10 Atlanta Braves 25:10 Chicago Cubs 26:35 Cincinnati Reds 27:55 Colorado Rockies 28:30 LA Dodgers 29:20 Miami Marlins 30:20 Milwaukee Brewers31:35 New York Mets 33:00 Philadelphia Phillies 34:15 Pittsburgh Pirates 35:20 San Diego Padres 36:50 San Francisco Giants 38:10 St. Louis Cardinals 39:25 Washington Nationals 41:00 Cricket is Coming 42:00 Football Weekend Preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Nationals have their new manager, hiring Blake Butera out of the Rays' system earlier this week - listen as our hosts break down the hire, and hear from WaPo's Barry Svrluag and Andrew Golden and MASN's Mark Zuckerman on the new skipper!
The Nationals have their new manager, hiring Blake Butera out of the Rays' system earlier this week - listen as our hosts break down the hire, and hear from WaPo's Barry Svrluag and Andrew Golden and MASN's Mark Zuckerman on the new skipper!
The Nationals have their new manager, hiring Blake Butera out of the Rays' system earlier this week - listen as our hosts break down the hire, and hear from WaPo's Barry Svrluag and Andrew Golden and MASN's Mark Zuckerman on the new skipper!
The Nationals have their new manager, hiring Blake Butera out of the Rays' system earlier this week - listen as our hosts break down the hire, and hear from WaPo's Barry Svrluag and Andrew Golden and MASN's Mark Zuckerman on the new skipper!
From 'Bustin' Loose Baseball' (subscribe here): The Washington Nationals have locked in on their next Manager of the franchise as Blake Butera joins the organization as the first Managerial hire by New President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer react to the news and look back at the managerial career of Butera, who comes from the Tampa Bay Rays organization and coached with Team Italy in the World Baseball Classic in 2023. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Andrew Golden joins the show to discuss the Nats hiring 33-year old Blake Butera, could there be any issues?
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The Nats have hired the youngest manager in MLB in at least the last 50 years! We react to this news here.
We are joined by Barry Svrluga from the Washington Post discussing the Nats hiring new skipper, 33-year old Blake Butera.
The Nats are in the process of hiring new manager Blake Butera, and we are joined by Mark Zuckerman to discuss that.
Ben & Woods open up the 7am hour by talking about the World Series as Trey Yesavage and the Blue Jays beat the dodgers 6-1 last night to take a 3-2 lead and are on the brink of a championship! Then we get to "Don't (And DO) Do This" before the guys react to some breaking news in baseball that another managerial opening has been filled as the Washington Nationals have reportedly hired 33 year old Blake Butera to be their skipper? Listen here!
On this week's Prospect Podcast, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper take a look at the Washington Nationals' rebuild. It's failed so far, as Mike Rizzo is out and Paul Toboni is the new GM. What can the new leadership do, and where are some areas for quick improvements? We take a look.(00:00) We're Groggy, Blame The World Series(04:45) What Are The Nationals' Strengths?(12:20) Improving MLB Player Development(14:50) They Need To Draft More College Pitchers(19:45) Improve Contact Skills For MiLB Hitters(25:30) Can The Nats Develop Toolsy Hitters?(28:00) Spend More Money!(36:00) Why We'll Remember Game Three For Quite A While(43:00) Shohei Ohtani Could Break A Number Of RecordsBA's MiLB Stuff+ Pitching Rankings: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/2025-mlb-farm-system-statcast-pitching-rankings/BA's MiLB Hit+ Hitting Rankings: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/2025-mlb-farm-system-statcast-hitting-rankings/Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/ba2022Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Toronto Blue Jays is tied 1-1 in a best-of-seven series. The Dodgers would be the first team to win consecutive championships since the New York Yankees won three from 1998-2000.There are several Minnesotans and former Minnesota Twins players to watch for, including two players who were let go as part of the teams fire sale in July. MPR News sports contributors Wally Langfellow and Eric Nelson joined Minnesota Now host Nina Moini with who to watch. Louis VarlandLouis Varland is the relief pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays. He went to North St. Paul High School and Concordia University in St. Paul. He played for the Minnesota Twins for three-and-a-half seasons before the Twins made their roster shake up earlier this year. Ty FranceTy France is a first baseman for the Toronto Blue Jays. He played for the Minnesota Twins for half of the 2025 season before the big trade as well. France had been injured since Sept. 23, but was activated for the World Series roster last week. Alex CallAlex Call is an outfielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Call was born in Burnsville and went to River Falls High School in Wisconsin. He was traded to the Dodgers from the Washington Nationals at the trade deadline in 2025. David PopkinsDavid Popkins is the Blue Jay's hitting coach. He was in the same role for the Minnesota Twins for three season, but the team did not bring him back in 2025. It's unclear why they parted ways. The Blue Jays are one of the top offensive teams in the league. Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation along with more sports headlines.
Welcome back to The Clubhouse!Why did Bryce Molinaro turn down the MLB to return to Penn State? This week, Penn State baseball standout uncovers the big picture behind his decision. From being drafted by the Washington Nationals to committing to another season with the Nittany Lions, Bryce shares the keys to his success and why Penn State's elite player development, culture, and facilities played a pivotal role in his journey.Here's what to expect:- Bryce's emotional reaction to being drafted.- Insights into the transformation of Penn State baseball under Coach Gambino.- A breakdown of Bryce's career stats, accolades, and leadership role.- A discussion on the power of NIL opportunities and how they've changed college baseball.- Fun segments on MLB highlights, college football, and the team's exciting upcoming schedule.FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPS sub_confirmation=1► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558183472272CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:29 - Welcome Bryce Molinaro02:46 - Returning to Penn State04:59 - Year 1 to Year 3 Progress06:22 - 2025 Draft Expectations08:40 - Reasons to Return to PSU13:11 - Major League Baseball20:33 - College Football26:14 - Penn State Baseball Facilities30:35 - Day in the Life of a D1 Athlete33:56 - Life as a College Baseball Player34:33 - Drafting Tips and Strategies35:10 - 2025 Penn State Baseball Schedule#collegebaseball #mlb #mlbb #pennstate #weare #happyvalley #baseball #sunday #saturday
Max Scherzer had a prime Max Scherzer moment last night as he dominated the Mariners to tie the series at 2-2.
We are joined by new Nats president Paul Toboni LIVE in studio to discuss the new era with the Washington Nationals. We also discuss the Jayden Daniels vs Caleb Williams... Rivalry?
We are joined by new Nationals President Paul Toboni to discuss what the Nats could look like in just a few years.
We react to new Nats President of baseball ops Paul Toboni joining us LIVE in person, and Nats fans will love this guy.
The trend right now is that Terry McLaurin will not be playing against the Bears on MNF...
In this recording of the first Flight Safety Detectives live stream, viewer questions take John Goglia, Todd Curtis and Greg Feith on a deep dive onto aviation safety headlines. Audience questions help bring forward the latest developments in the investigations of the Air India crash, Washington National crash, reports of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) and much more.Why the public will never get full disclosure of the Air India crashPotential changes coming from the DC crash investigationLimitations and benefits of cameras in the cockpit and around aircraft Unanswered questions in recent UAP investigationsCriminal prosecution in accident investigation in the US versus worldwide Don't miss what's to come from the Flight Safety Detectives - subscribe to the Flight Safety Detectives YouTube channel, listen at your favorite podcast service and visit the Flight Safety Detectives website. Want to go deeper with the Flight Safety Detectives? Join our YouTube Membership program for exclusive perks like members-only live streams and Q&As and early access to episodes. Your membership support directly helps John, Greg and Todd to deliver expert insights into aviation safety.Interested in partnering with us? Sponsorship opportunities are available—brand mentions, episode integrations, and dedicated segments are just a few of the options. Flight Safety Detectives offers a direct connection with an engaged audience passionate about aviation and safety. Reach out to fsdsponsors@gmail.com. Music: “Inspirational Sports” license ASLC-22B89B29-052322DDB8 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
From 10/01 Hour 2: The Sports Junkies debate how the Nationals can turn things around.
From 10/01 Hour 4: Paul Toboni joins The Sports Junkies to break down the Washington Nationals.
When the Nats' season ends, so does Bob Carpenter's time in the MASN booth, as he is retiring after 20 years! We hear from him, and all about something he'll miss out on: the Nationals are hiring Paul Toboni to be the head of their baseball operations! Our hosts and various beat writers weigh in on that hire, and ace MacKenzie Gore reflects on his 2025 and the future all in this week's Best of Nationals!