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**FILE** Washington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo (left) looks on as newly acquired pitcher Rafael Soriano models his jersey during an introductory news conference at Nationals Park in Washington on Jan. 17, 2013. Rizzo also discussed the three-team trade that sent Michael Morse to the Seattle Mariners in exchange for pitching prospect A.J. Cole from the Oakland Athletics. (Associated Press)

FENNO: Soriano provides a needed storyline

By Nathan Fenno - The Washington Times

Minnesota Twins center fielder Denard Span (2) plays against the Chicago White Sox during a baseball game, Monday, July 30, 2012, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Paul Battaglia)

Nationals add bull’s-eye on back as part of their new look

By Amanda Comak - The Washington Times

**FILE** Washington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo (left) looks on as newly acquired pitcher Rafael Soriano models his jersey during an introductory news conference at Nationals Park in Washington on Jan. 17, 2013. Rizzo also discussed the three-team trade that sent Michael Morse to the Seattle Mariners in exchange for pitching prospect A.J. Cole from the Oakland Athletics. (Associated Press)

Rafael Soriano gives Nats 3 closers in bullpen

By Amanda Comak - The Washington Times

** FILE ** In this Oct. 13, 2012, file photo, New York Yankees' pitcher Rafael Soriano throws in the tenth inning of Game 1 of baseball's American League championship series against the Detroit Tigers in New York. A person familiar with the negotiations says Soriano and the Washington Nationals are working to finalize a $28 million, two-year contract. The person spoke to The Associated Press on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2013, on condition of anonymity because the deal had not been signed. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Rafael Soriano addition illustrates Nats’ ‘win now’ mentality

By Amanda Comak - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals' Adam LaRoche follows through on a home run as Philadelphia Phillies catcher Carlos Ruiz (51) watches during the second inning of a baseball game, Thursday, Aug. 2, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Adam LaRoche, Nationals agree to 2-year deal

By Amanda Comak - The Washington Times

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher J.P. Howell delivers to the Oakland Athletics during the seventh inning of a baseball game Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012, in St. Petersburg, Fla. Oakland won 4-2. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Sean Burnett departs for L.A.; Nationals now eyeing lefty J.P Howell

By Amanda Comak - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals' Adam LaRoche watches his solo home run in the second inning of Game 4 of the National League division baseball series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

MLB Winter Meetings 2012: Nationals’ talks with Adam LaRoche moving slowly

By Amanda Comak - The Washington Times

Nationals get Span from Twins for minor leaguer

By JOSEPH WHITE - Associated Press

The Nationals have desired a leadoff-hitting center fielder for quite some time. They found their man in Denard Span after Thursday's trade. (AP Photo/Genevieve Ross)

Nationals acquire Denard Span from Twins for prospect Alex Meyer

By Amanda Comak - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals' Adam LaRoche follows through on a home run as Philadelphia Phillies catcher Carlos Ruiz (51) watches during the second inning of a baseball game, Thursday, Aug. 2, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

MLB Winter Meetings: Nationals preview

By Amanda Comak - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper finished with a 4.9 Wins Above Replacement, according to FanGraphs. (Associated Press)

Bryce Harper wins NL Rookie of the Year

By Amanda Comak - The Washington Times

Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper is the favorite to win the Baseball Writers Association of America's Rookie of the Year award over Reds infielder Todd Frazier and Diamondbacks pitcher Wade Miley. (Associated Press)

Nationals’ Bryce Harper, Gio Gonzalez, Davey Johnson go hunting for hardware

By Amanda Comak - The Washington Times

** FILE ** Washington Nationals manager Davey Johnson (5) watches the ninth inning from the dugout as the Washington Nationals lose to the St. Louis Cardinals 8-0 in game three of the National League Division Series at Nationals Park, Washington, D.C., Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012. (Andrew Harnik/The Washington Times)

Davey Johnson’s new deal with Nationals appears imminent

By Amanda Comak - The Washington Times

Baseball books and memorabilia fill shelves in the office of D.C. Mayor Vincent C. Gray, a lifelong fan of the game and standout player at Dunbar High School who vividly remembers attending Senators games at Griffith Stadium. (Rod Lamkey Jr./The Washington Times)

Playoff has extra meaning for Nationals’ No. 1 fan — D.C. Mayor Gray

By Tom Howell Jr. - The Washington Times

50-year gap no big deal to Nats’ Johnson, Harper

By HOWARD FENDRICH - Associated Press

photographs by andrew harnik/the washington times

General manager Mike Rizzo (center), celebrating the Nationals’ NL East title Monday night, put his stamp on the franchise when he signed outfielder Jayson Werth (below left) to a $126 million free agent deal in December 2010 and took rookie Bryce Harper (below right) No. 1 overall in the 2010 draft.

Mike Rizzo drew the blueprint that transformed Nationals franchise

By Amanda Comak - The Washington Times

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Nationals ace Stephen Strasburg gave up five earned runs in three innings Friday against Miami in what was his last start of the season. He finished 15-6 with a 3.16 ERA and 197 strikeouts in 159¿ innings.

Stephen Strasburg shutdown right move for future

By Deron Snyder - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg wipes his face on the mound during the second inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins at Nationals Park, Friday, Sept. 7, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Fatigue, hype prompt Nationals to shut down Stephen Strasburg early

By Tom Schad - The Washington Times

Column: Shutting down Strasburg is curious plan

By TIM DAHLBERG - Associated Press

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg throws during the second inning of a baseball game with the St. Louis Cardinals at Nationals Park, Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012, in Washington. The Nats beat St. Louis 4-3. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Strasburg shutdown coming Sept. 12

By Tom Schad - The Washington Times