Washington Nationals Spring Training begins on Wednesday when their pitchers and catchers report to West Palm Beach. Players, coaches, reporters and fans alike are all excited for the season ahead.The Washington Post's Nats beat writer, Jesse Dougherty, joins Site Expert Blake Finney on the DoDCast this week to help preview the main storylines down in Florida. On the podcast they discuss the following: - The never-ending Bryce Harper puzzle - Analyzing the recent Jeremy Hellickson signing - Previewing position battles this spring - Any other storylines during Spring Training - Answer some listener questions

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February 10th, It might as well be Spring Training for the Nationals

As the polar vortex plunges most of America into a deep freeze, it somewhat resembles activity around baseball. But nobody told the Washington Nationals who continue to be one of the most active team's this offseason.Joining Site Expert Blake Finney on the DoDCast to discuss the Nationals' activity levels is The Athletic's Nats beat writer, Brittany Ghiroli. On this edition of the DoDCast, the two discuss the following:- Analyzing the Nats' additions since the last podcast- Dissecting the Bryce Harper and Anthony Rendon situations- What else is still left to come before Spring Training- A brief look at Brittany's journey to the Nats' beat- Finish off by answering some listener questions

January 31st, Nobody told the Nationals about the cold stove

Usually, in baseball, the MLB Winter Meetings are when the offseason really kicks into gear. However, for the Washington Nationals, they come in with most of their biggest needs already addressed.On a special edition of the DoDCast, Site Expert Blake Finney is joined by MLB.com's Nationals beat reporter, Jamal Collier. On this episode, they talk about- The big Patrick Corbin signing- What does this mean for Bryce Harper?- Analyzing the rest of the offseason signings- What's likely to be next on the to-do list- Winterfest recap, key storylines- Answer some listener questions

December 4th, Nationals are coming in hot before the Winter Meetings

On this special edition of the DoDCast, we spoke to Washington Nationals catching prospect, Tres Barrera.He talked about: His draft day experience, his progress defensively behind the plate, an All-Star selection with the Potomac Nationals, and whether he would rather hit .400 or break the home run record.

Interview, Nationals catching prospect Tres Barrera

On this special edition of the DoDCast, we spoke to Washington Nationals pitching prospect, Kyle Johnston.He talked about: His draft day experience, the adjustments he's made in his first full pro season, his playoff appearance with the Potomac Nationals, and whether he steals the window or aisle seat on a road trip.

Interview, Nationals pitching prospect Kyle Johnston

Daniel Murphy was traded away by the Washington Nationals in late August as they attempted to get something for some of their pending free agents. Now he'll return to D.C. with his new team, the Chicago Cubs.Joining Blake Finney on the DoDCast this week to look ahead to the series is Cubbie Crib contributor and Climbing the Ivy co-host, Alex Patt. On this edition of the podcast, they discuss the following:- Bryce Harper and his continued resurgence against the Cardinals- All aboard the Victor Robles hype train- Has Blake recovered from seeing the David Bote walk-off home run?- A check-in on how Murphy has been getting on at Wrigley- Some other players to watch out for in this series- Preview and predict each pitching matchup

September 6th, Return of the Murph, with the Cubs

After the Washington Nationals were agonizingly close to a sweep of the Philadelphia Phillies, they start an interesting homestand. The Milwaukee Brewers will be the first of three-straight NL Central teams to visit Nats Park.Joining Blake Finney on the DoDCast to help preview the series is David Gasper from Reviewing the Brew. On this edition of the podcast, they discuss the following:- What did we learn about the Nats and Phillies in their latest series- How has Wilmer Difo faired in his first week auditioning for the second base job- The Brewers bizarre series with the Reds- Which Milwaukee players are worth keeping an eye out for- Previewing and predicting each pitching matchup

August 31st, Nationals are expanding their horizons and their roster

It's certainly been an interesting week for the Washington Nationals organization. To wrap it up, they head to the big apple to face the New York Mets.Joining Blake Finney on this edition of the DoDCast to look ahead to the series is Andrew Lang from TalkNats. On this episode, they look at the following:- The epic pitchers duel between Max Scherzer and Aaron Nola- Ryan Zimmerman and his walk-off heroics- The waivers trade the Nats made in the week- Which Mets should we watch out for?- Preview and predict each pitching matchup individually

August 24th, Will Nationals offense awaken in the city that never sleeps?

The Philadelphia Phillies are coming to town this week to face the Washington Nationals. Aces will be wild at Nationals Park with several great starting pitchers going throughout the series.Joining Blake Finney for this episode of the DoDCast, from The Good Phight and Yahoo Sports is Liz Roscher. On this edition of the podcast, they discuss the following:- The Nats disappointing series defeat to the Miami Marlins- What could the bullpen look like in the series- The Phillies Little League Classic game- Which players should we be watching out for in the series- Predict and preview each pitching matchup

August 21st, Aces are wild at Nationals Park

Sitting at .500 yet again, the Washington Nationals are on the brink, if not over the brink of their 2018 season. If any series was a must-sweep, it's this weekend's series with the Miami Marlins.Looking ahead to the series with Blake Finney on this episode of the DoDCast is District on Deck Contributor, Brian Foley. On the podcast, they discuss the following:- Does the series with the St Louis Cardinals put the final nail in the coffin?- Why have the Nats struggled to develop their pitching depth?- Which players should we look out for on the Marlins?- Are there Nationals who need to bust out of their slumps?- Preview and predict each pitching matchup

August 17th, A must-sweep series for the Nationals with the Marlins

The Washington Nationals will look to put last postseason’s demons behind them as they head to Wrigley Field to face the Chicago Cubs. Things have hardly been plain sailing on the north side, but they still lead the NL Central.Joining Blake Finey on the DoDCast to look ahead to the series is Climbing The Ivy host and Cubbies Crib contributor, Alex Patt. On this edition of the podcast, they discuss the following:- The Nationals disappointing split with the Atlanta Braves- The incident between Juan Soto and Greg Gibson on Wednesday- What has changed for the Cubs since last year’s NLDS?- Who should be watching out for in Chicago?- Previewing and predicting each pitching matchup individually

August 10th, Will the Nationals season go south on the North Side?

In their series against the Cincinnati Reds, the Washington Nationals got the job done with a 3-1 series win. They'll likely need the same against the division rival Atlanta Braves this week.To help preview the series, host Blake Finney is joined by contributor Ross Shinberg on the DoDCast. On this edition of the DoDCast, they look at the following:- The impressive series victory over the Reds- Was the acquisition of Greg Holland a shrewd one?- Can the Nats rotation keep up its recent success- Which Braves should we watch out for- Preview and predict each pitching matchup of the series

August 7th, It's Bryce to see the old Harper back for the Nationals

After disposing of the New York Mets, the Washington Nationals face a tricky set against the Cincinnati Reds. Former Nationals skipper, Jim Riggleman, has made them a tough to beat outfit of late. Don't expect an easy series.Joining Blake Finney on the podcast to look ahead to the series is Site Expert from Blog Red Machine, Drew Koch. They discuss the following topics on the podcast:- Tommy Milone outdueling Noah Syndergaard for the sweep- The 25 run outburst on Tuesday- The Nats trade deadline activity- Which Reds to keep an eye on at Nats Park- Preview and predict each pitching matchup

August 2nd, Can Cincinnati cool down Red hot Nationals offense?

Obviously, most of the attention on Tuesday will be the MLB Trade Deadline, but the Washington Nationals do have a game too. They kick off the series against the New York Mets three hours after the deadline.Joining Blake Finney on this edition of the DoDCast are Byron Kerr from MASN Sports, and Tim Ryder from MetsMerized. On this episode, they talk about the following:- The disappointing series against the Miami Marlins- Where does that leave the team heading to the deadline?- Which players could move at the deadline?- Players to watch in the Mets series- Preview and predict each pitching matchup

July 31st, Where should the Nationals draw the deadline?

The Washington Nationals season is teetering on the edge, and it's sink or swim time facing the Miami Marlins. A sweep almost feels necessary in this series.Joining Blake Finney on the DoDCast is former District on Deck Site Expert, and current Call to the Pen contributor, Drew Douglas. On this episode, they look ahead to:- The hit-or-miss series facing the Milwaukee Brewers- Should we buy into the new Tanner Roark?- Which players should we watch out for in Miami- Preview and predict each matchup- Discuss the Nationals plans at the trade deadline

July 26th, It's sink or swim for the Nationals in Miami

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