James Simmons

Born and raised in the sticks of rural Nebraska, now high stepping through the city streets of Houston, Texas.
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Nationals News

Nationals: When we least expect it, Mike Rizzo pounces

by James Simmons
Like an animal stocking his prey, Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo seems to pounce when we least expect it. A year ago, Stephen Strasburg was...
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Nationals sign Brad Hand, keep him away from the Mets

by James Simmons
Two birds with one stone. Brad Hand is a National and not a Met. Yeah, we'll give props to the New York Mets. They acquired Francisco Lindor and...
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Nats: Even as bench player, Ryan Zimmerman face of franchise

by James Simmons
He may be a part-time player and defensive replacement this year, but Ryan Zimmerman is still the face of the Nationals franchise. After agreeing...
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Hank Aaron: Saying goodbye to a baseball legend

by James Simmons
We join the rest of the baseball world in mourning the loss of Hank Aaron, one of the game's all time greats. Hank Aaron retired from baseball in...
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WASH: One analyst calls Marcus Semien next Nats third sacker

by James Simmons
We've heard several potential fits for who the Nationals third baseman will be this season. One analyst adds Marcus Semien to the list. Manager...
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Nationals: Hernan Perez, the poor man's Brock Holt

by James Simmons
The Nationals have found their 2021 version of Brock Holt, in Hernan Perez. First baseman, check. Power hitter, check. Fourth starter, check....
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Nationals: George Springer, the dream didn't materialize

by James Simmons
The faint chance of George Springer playing in a Nationals uniform has now dissolved. Aside from the games actually taking place, the best part of...
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Nats: Lester's biggest contribution may be staying healthy

by James Simmons
Being on the field and chewing through innings may be Jon Lester's biggest contribution to the Nationals this year. As teams continue to trudge...
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Kurt Suzuki's return to Nationals, stymied by the numbers

by James Simmons
Returning to the Nationals was always a long shot for Kurt Suzuki. Upon being dismissed by the New York Yankees after the 1960 World Series,...
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Nats: Perfect bullpen piece is someone you're familiar with

by James Simmons
The final piece to the Nationals bullpen could be the familiar face of Sean Doolittle. With Josh Bell acquired and Kyle Schwarber signed, the...
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