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Baltimore third baseman Brooks Robinson makes a diving catch for a line drive hit by Cincinnati Reds' Johnny Bench to end the sixth inning of a baseball game, Oct. 13, 1970, in Baltimore. Robinson, whose deft glovework and folksy manner made him one of the most beloved and accomplished athletes in Baltimore history, has died, according to a joint announcement by the Orioles and his family Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023. (AP Photo, File) **FILE**

LOVERRO: Zimmerman says Brooks Robinson still the gold standard at third

By Thom Loverro

Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg throws live batting practice in a drizzle during the team's spring training baseball workout March 15, 2022, in West Palm Beach, Fla. Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg has decided to announce his retirement, ending a career that began as a No. 1 draft pick, included 2019 World Series MVP honors and was derailed by injuries, according to a person with knowledge of the situation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Thursday because Strasburg has not spoken publicly about his plans. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki, File) **FILE**

World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg has decided to retire

By Howard Fendrich and Stephen Whyno - Associated Press

Former Washington Nationals player Ryan Zimmerman, center, waves during his jersey retirement ceremony before a baseball game between the Nationals and the Philadelphia Phillies, Saturday, June 18, 2022, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

‘From the very beginning’: Nationals retire Zimmerman’s No. 11

By Howard Fendrich - Associated Press

FILE -Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman singles in the eighth inning of an opening day baseball game against the Atlanta Braves at Nationals Park, Tuesday, April 6, 2021, in Washington. Longtime Washington Nationals star Ryan Zimmerman announced his retirement Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022 ending a decorated career in which he became the franchise leader in many major categories and boosted the team to its only World Series championship.(AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

Nationals to retire Ryan Zimmerman’s number

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

FILE -Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman singles in the eighth inning of an opening day baseball game against the Atlanta Braves at Nationals Park, Tuesday, April 6, 2021, in Washington. Longtime Washington Nationals star Ryan Zimmerman announced his retirement Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022 ending a decorated career in which he became the franchise leader in many major categories and boosted the team to its only World Series championship.(AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

LOVERRO: Zimmerman’s absence looms large for the next-gen Nats

By Thom Loverro - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman gestures to the crowd after he came out of the game before the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Boston Red Sox, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Washington. The Red Sox won 7-5. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) **FILE**

Zimmerman made D.C. a baseball town again

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman doffs his batting helmet to the crowd before batting during the second inning of a baseball game against the Boston Red Sox, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) ** FILE**

Ryan Zimmerman retires after 17 years with Nationals

By Jacob Calvin Meyer - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman doffs his batting helmet to the crowd before batting during the second inning of a baseball game against the Boston Red Sox, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) ** FILE**

Zimmerman ‘planning on playing’ in 2022

By Jacob Calvin Meyer - The Washington Times

Baltimore Orioles' Ryan McKenna, left, is safe at home against Washington Nationals catcher Tres Barrera (38) to score the winning run on a walkoff fielder's choice by Ramon Urias during the ninth inning of a baseball game, Sunday, July 25, 2021, in Baltimore. The play was challenged by the Nationals, reviewed and the play on the field was upheld. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Hand’s blown save gives Orioles sweep of Nationals

By Andy Kostka - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman, left, walks toward the clubhouse with teammate Kyle Schwarber at the end of spring training baseball practice Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021, in West Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

After COVID-19 opt-out, Ryan Zimmerman ‘nowhere close’ to retirement

By Howard Fendrich - Associated Press

FILE - In this March 1, 2020, file photo, Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman watches his double during the fourth inning of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets in Port St. Lucie, Fla. Zimmerman is returning to the Nationals after sitting out the pandemic-shortened 2020 season. A person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press that Zimmerman agreed to a $1 million, one-year contract that would include additional bonus provisions. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)

Zimmerman seals deal with Nats, says might not be last year

Associated Press

In this Tuesday, March 10, 2020, file photo, Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman waits for a pitch from Miami Marlins pitcher Caleb Smith during the first inning of a spring training baseball game, in Jupiter, Fla. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File) **FILE**

Ryan Zimmerman’s ready to show return to Nationals isn’t a ‘victory lap’

By Andy Kostka - The Washington Times

In this Oct. 22, 2019, file photo, Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman hits a home run during the second inning of Game 1 of the baseball World Series against the Houston Astros in Houston. Zimmerman is offering his thoughts as told to AP in a diary of sorts while waiting for the 2020 season to begin. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File) **FILE**

Ryan Zimmerman re-signing with Nationals on one-year deal

By Andy Kostka - The Washington Times

AP source: Zimmerman, Nats agree at $1M, pending physical

By HOWARD FENDRICH - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2019, file photo, Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman poses with the World Series trophy in Washington. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)

Ryan Zimmerman tells Anthony Fauci he plans on playing in 2021

By Adam Zielonka - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman hits a home run during the second inning of Game 1 of the baseball World Series against the Houston Astros Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) ** FILE **

Ryan Zimmerman, Joe Ross of Nationals opt out of 2020 season

By Adam Zielonka - The Washington Times

In this Dec. 2, 2019, file photo, Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman poses with the World Series trophy in Washington. With baseball on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic, Zimmerman occasionally will offer his thoughts via diary entries published by the AP, while waiting for the 2020 season to begin. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File) **FILE**

Ryan Zimmerman sees ‘Pros for Heroes’ charity campaign take off

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

In this Tuesday, March 10, 2020, file photo, Washington Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman waits for a pitch from Miami Marlins pitcher Caleb Smith during the first inning of a spring training baseball game, in Jupiter, Fla. With baseball on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic, Zimmerman occasionally will offer his thoughts to The Associated Press while waiting for the 2020 season to begin. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) ** FILE **

Ryan Zimmerman launches COVID-19 relief fund with $100,000 donation

By Adam Zielonka - The Washington Times

Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman, joined by First Lady Melania Trump, Nationals Manager Dave Martinez and Nationals General Manager Mike Rizzo, presents President Donald J. Trump with a Nationals jersey on the Blue Room Balcony of the White House Monday, Nov. 4, 2019, during the celebration of the 2019 World Series Champions, the Washington Nationals on the South Lawn. (Official White House Photo by Andrea Hanks) ** FILE **

Patrick Corbin, Ryan Zimmerman among Nationals to golf with President Trump

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals pitcher Patrick Corbin wears a World Series Champions patch on his jersey while throwing a bullpen session during spring training baseball practice Monday, Feb. 17, 2020, in West Palm Beach, Fla. The Nationals defeated the Houston Astros in the World Series last season. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Nats look back at Series, then ahead, as full workouts start

By HOWARD FENDRICH - Associated Press