Spring Training Live Blog
Live updates, photos and stories from Washington Nationals Spring Training in Viera.
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Faith leaders rally to refocus on Freddie Gray and demand for justice. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDxYuiYUkAA0x-l.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/29/2015 4:08:47 PM -
Police are using tear gas to push back the protesters. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDui_hNWEAAHti0.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/29/2015 2:54:45 AM -
A common refrain as the curfew approaches. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDuPrAWUgAAoMWh.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/29/2015 1:30:20 AM -
Over a bullhorn, a thank you to all the demonstrators for showing the world how peaceful demonstration today. Now, calls to go home.by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/29/2015 1:12:12 AM
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Community leaders voluntarily move the crowd about 50 yards back from the police line. They're pleading for peace. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDuKhAPW0AAgTel.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/29/2015 1:07:50 AM -
Baltimore City wants to show the world a different image of itself. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDuAkUUVEAAvLjQ.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/29/2015 12:24:20 AM -
Here's another one of the community members giving police a buffer zone. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDtzFq7UMAA-wDQ.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/28/2015 11:25:28 PM -
Young people are leading the call for peace in their neighborhoods tonight. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDtx4mOUgAAOz3P.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/28/2015 11:20:11 PM -
For residents of Baltimore, today has been a celebration of their city. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDtu9bUW8AAcZtd.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/28/2015 11:07:22 PM -
One of the most powerful moments of the day. Baltimore City bands all unite to match for peace. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDtuoBXWMAI9lAC.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/28/2015 11:05:56 PM -
"We want peace! I love Baltimore!" (Group shouts) http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDtriMzUUAIwzol.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/28/2015 10:52:27 PM -
Demonstrators hold hands in prayer in front of police line. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDthv1kW8AAVZy7.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/28/2015 10:09:40 PM -
A group of community members has stepped in to create a kind of buffer zone between police and the crowd. Peacemakers http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDtdsGVWAAE1Nwj.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/28/2015 9:51:57 PM -
More dialogue next to the police line. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDtb6h7WoAEZeCp.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/28/2015 9:44:14 PM -
Outside the CVS that was looted and burned a day ago, people now hand out bottles of water. Very friendly atmosphere. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDtaaLyUUAEFP7K.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/28/2015 9:37:48 PM -
On the front lines in Baltimore. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDtG9TxUkAAk95b.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/28/2015 8:12:41 PM -
What's happening this afternoon is a dialogue. The community is explaining why they're upset. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDs7N0jW8AAgZdu.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/28/2015 7:21:19 PM -
While peaceful today on W North Avenue, people gathered are voicing anger about treatment by police. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDs5xgbUUAEGJAI.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/28/2015 7:15:07 PM -
Cleaning up after looters struck a pharmacy in West Baltimore. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDod4bcWEAAees_.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/27/2015 10:34:45 PM -
Something new is on fire on W North Avenue. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDoQRcGWIAAzAxa.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/27/2015 9:35:12 PM -
Police surround the mall in Baltimore. Protests have popped up several places. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDoMb7IWEAAZNTX.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/27/2015 9:18:29 PM -
Police: officers have broken bones. One is unresponsive.by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/27/2015 8:34:06 PM
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"Outrageous criminals" have hurt 7 police offices in protests, according to Baltimore Police. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDoB0-jWAAA_TvQ.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/27/2015 8:32:09 PM -
Amid ongoing tension, Baltimore prepares for the funeral of Freddie Gray, who died in police custody. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDmfhxGWYAADRMH.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/27/2015 1:22:39 PM -
Arlington County Police now confirm the death of Bonnie Black as a homicide. She was stabbed. No suspect named. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDDCftpWgAE_RYI.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/20/2015 4:09:23 PM -
Accused Capitol gyrocopter flyer Doug Hughes appears in court. Wears postal jacket. Ordered to home detention. Not allowed to fly things.by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/16/2015 7:10:34 PM
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Getting ready for the Emancipation Day parade along Pennsylvania Avenue. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CCuMw6DUsAETvNq.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/16/2015 3:02:00 PM -
Joey Poindexter, convicted of sexually assaulting men after beer pong events, sentenced to 150 years.by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/15/2015 7:05:30 PM
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Visitors are now going back inside the Air and Space Museum. Clearly, longs lines after the power outage. @WTOP http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CCAs90_WAAALo5I.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/7/2015 7:00:04 PM -
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/6/2015 7:50:28 PM
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An hour before first pitch, lines have grown fairly long to pass through the metal detectors. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CB7lH6tWMAAIwhR.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/6/2015 7:09:31 PM -
The gates are open, and so far the lines at the metal detectors aren't especially long. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CB7Y5K7UEAAY-Zj.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/6/2015 6:14:44 PM -
A reminder, Nats fans: plan to give yourselves extra time to go through the new metal detectors. @WTOP http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CB64KD0XIAA_Ev4.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/6/2015 3:51:15 PM -
Abe: multisport athlete. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBrYCQwUIAEebNa.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/3/2015 3:36:39 PM -
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In Mayor Bowser's budget, the parking tax rises 4 percent in part to "incentivize use of public transportation."by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 4/2/2015 3:43:24 PM
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The Nats drop their final exhibition at Space Coast Stadium for the spring 2-0. On the road against the Marlins Wed. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBc2kmqWkAAzW9x.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 3/31/2015 7:55:43 PM -
Gio's day is done. 5 2/3 innings, 2 runs, 7 hits, 6 Ks. Matt Thornton now pitching. Nats down 2-0. @WTOPSports http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBcieoKWUAE2BbN.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 3/31/2015 6:27:56 PM -
New faces join Nats amid injuries
By: Andrew Mollenbeck
VIERA, Fla. – The Nats clubhouse became the site of an informal meet-and-greet Tuesday morning, as two new players joined the team.
Outfielder Matt den Dekker unpacked his gear from a Mets travel bag, while he got ready to play against, oddly, the Mets.
“It’s been a whirlwind kind of emotions and excitement to be over here,” he said shortly after arriving.
Den Dekker picked up his first Major League hit and home run at Nationals Park, so it has already been a special place to him.
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Gio Gonzalez gets the start for the Nats against the Mets. Final "home game" of spring training. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBcQZyMVEAA0J1j.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 3/31/2015 5:08:57 PM -
Anthony Rendon to see a third doctor today. Second opinion confirmed MCL sprain.by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 3/31/2015 1:56:31 PM
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Reed Johnson is pumped to join the Nats. "I'm a Redskins fan!" @WTOPSportsby mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 3/31/2015 12:37:10 PM
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Ryan Zimmerman returned to the lineup, going 1 for 3 with a walk. Reliever Drew Storen left with apparent injury. Still no word on what.by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 3/30/2015 7:32:44 PM
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Washington Nationals are waiting to get healthyVIERA, Fla. — When the Washington Nationals open the regular season next week, at least three understudies are likely to take the stage. One man’s injury is another man’s opportunity.But the absence of familiar names – Jayson Werth, Anthony Rendon and Denard Span — isn’t expected to last long.
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Not to be outdone, Bryce Harper crushes a no doubter to right-center. It won't land for a while yet. @WTOP http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBR_TthUkAAxZ9Q.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 3/29/2015 5:18:04 PM -
Michael Taylor hits a leadoff homerun to give the Nats a 1-0 lead against Miami.by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 3/29/2015 5:14:56 PM
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Stephen Strasburg takes the mound for his start against the Mets. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBM1YnmWwAAWwLA.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 3/28/2015 5:16:38 PM -
From aces to duffers: how the Nats play golf
By: Andrew Mollenbeck
VIERA, Fla. — Being a pro in one sport doesn’t guarantee aptitude in another.
During their down time, some of the Nationals like hitting nearby golf courses.
Their abilities are far from equal.
Pitcher Craig Stammen is the undisputed top golfer in the clubhouse, having fired a one-under 71 this spring.
Teammates have come begging for mercy.
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Jordan Zimmermann is on the hill for the Nats. Previous days' starters Gio and Scherzer held opponents scoreless. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBHp8PdWgAAP69_.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 3/27/2015 7:29:39 PM -
That's dedication. Nats fans stop to copy the lineup for this afternoon's game with the Cards. #keepingthebook http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBHlDQLUUAEEAvs.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 3/27/2015 7:29:37 PM -
Scherzer injects competition in the clubhouse
By: Andrew Mollenbeck
VIERA, Fla. — In Max Scherzer, the Nationals added more than a prolific arm to an already-imposing rotation: They added some competition and good-natured challenges around the clubhouse.
“On any given day, we have competitions all over the place with Max and people,” says manager Matt Williams. “That’s great, that they take the time to challenge each other.”
The latest challenge came Thursday evening, one day removed from Scherzer’s six-inning, scoreless start in which he fanned nine batters. This time, he challenged starter Gio Gonzalez.
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Gio's (Gonzalez) night is done after 5. No runs. Two hits. Starters combine for 11 innings, no runs past two days. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBDn4ClWAAAN3kj.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 3/27/2015 7:27:27 PM -
See the "2:01" on the scoreboard? The timer between innings this year really keeps things moving. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBDZ1COVAAAynec.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 3/27/2015 7:27:24 PM -
A little threat of rain, but the Nats and Mets are getting ready to take the field at Space Coast Stadium. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBDTMkJVEAE65Wq.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 3/27/2015 7:27:22 PM -
A young fan named Andrew shows off his homemade book, waiting for autographs from Nats players. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBC8SY2WgAAUgov.jpg
by mollenbeckWTOP via twitter 3/27/2015 7:27:20 PM
