May 24, 2013

Photos: White Sox v. Nats, April 9

April 10, 2013 by

The Washington Nationals defeated the Chicago White Sox 8-7 on Tuesday, April 9, 2013. You can read DSP’s game re-cap here.

Here are a just few photos of last night’s game with descriptions under pictures. All photos were taken from the stands. Enjoy and feel free to leave comments! Thanks.

Photo 1 of 6: Gio Gonzalez singles to right field, but tried to get the double. He repeated Bryce Harper from earlier in game. - Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Photo 1 of 6: Gio Gonzalez singles to right field, but tried to get the double. He repeated Bryce Harper from earlier in game. – Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Photo 2 of 6: Gio Gonzalez singles to right field, but tried to get the double. He repeated Bryce Harper from earlier in game. - Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Photo 2 of 6: Gio Gonzalez singles to right field, but tried to get the double. He repeated Bryce Harper from earlier in game. – Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Photo 3 of 6: Gio Gonzalez singles to right field, but tried to get the double. He repeated Bryce Harper from earlier in game. - Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Photo 3 of 6: Gio Gonzalez singles to right field, but tried to get the double. He repeated Bryce Harper from earlier in game. – Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

 

Photo 4 of 6: Gio Gonzalez singles to right field, but tried to get the double. He repeated Bryce Harper from earlier in game. - Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Photo 4 of 6: Gio Gonzalez singles to right field, but tried to get the double. He repeated Bryce Harper from earlier in game. – Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Photo 5 of 6: Gio Gonzalez singles to right field, but tried to get the double. He repeated Bryce Harper from earlier in game. - Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Photo 5 of 6: Gio Gonzalez singles to right field, but tried to get the double. He repeated Bryce Harper from earlier in game. – Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

 

Photo 6 of 6: Gio Gonzalez singles to right field, but tried to get the double. He repeated Bryce Harper from earlier in game. - Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Photo 6 of 6: Gio Gonzalez singles to right field, but tried to get the double. He repeated Bryce Harper from earlier in game. – Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

 

 

Former Nat Adam Dunn - Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Former Nat Adam Dunn – Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

 

Denard Span and Jayson Werth after Werth's home run - Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Denard Span and Jayson Werth after Werth’s home run – Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

 

Jayson Werth hit the 500 career RBI mark - Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Jayson Werth hit the 500 career RBI mark -
Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

 

Ian Desmond hustling back to first - Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Ian Desmond hustling back to first – Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Ryan Zimmerman congratulating Adam LaRoche on 2-run homer - Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Ryan Zimmerman congratulating Adam LaRoche on 2-run homer – Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

I think I would fall over if I tried to lift my leg this high - Drew Storen - Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

I think I would fall over if I tried to lift my leg this high – Drew Storen – Chicago White Sox v. Washington Nationals, 4/9/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

 

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PHOTOS: Washington Capitals Practice, March 28

March 29, 2013 by

Dave and I are back in DC for a visit so we went over to Kettler Iceplex on Thursday, March 28 to watch the Washington Capitals practice. The last time we saw the Caps on the ice in person was in September before the lockout. We’re looking forward to seeing a few games at Verizon Center in the next couple of weeks!

There was a scary moment when Alex Ovechkin left the ice after catching a puck with his chin. He didn’t return to practice and tweeted photos from the doctor’s office before and after the 22 stitches. Ouch.

Here are a handful of photos from practice. It was great to take hockey photos again! As always, please feel free to comment on the post. I really appreciate feedback. Thanks.

This is what hockey fans do on their spring break! - Washington Capitals practice at Kettler, 3/28/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

This is what hockey fans do on their spring break! – Washington Capitals practice at Kettler, 3/28/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

 

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Washington Nationals Spring Training: Photo Gallery of Opener

February 23, 2013 by

Thanks to District Sports Page fan contributor Luis Albisu (@itsLuisF), please enjoy a photo gallery of Saturday’s Grapefruit League opener, in which the Washington Nationals lost to the New York Mets 5-3 at Tradition Field in Port St. Lucie, FL.
(DSP Game Review).

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The first pitch of spring training under beautiful azure skies. (photo courtesy L. Albisu).

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Davey Johnson waives to familiar faces in the crowd at Port St. Lucie. (photo courtesy L. Albisu)

The first meeting at home plate of the season. (photo courtesy L. Albisu)

The first meeting at home plate of the season. (photo courtesy L. Albisu)

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Denard Span and Bryce Harper get ready to take their hacks against the Mets. (photo courtesy L. Albisu)

Harper hits. (photo courtesy L. Albisu)

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Strasburg delivers in the bottom of the first. (photo courtesy L. Albisu)

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Tyler Moore takes a big cut in Nats first spring training game. (courtesy L. Albisu)

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Photo Gallery: Washington Capitals present Hockey ‘n’ Heels 2013

February 20, 2013 by

Thanks to DSP fan contributors Katie Lucas and Manda Kowalczyk, please enjoy the following photo gallery of this year’s Hockey ‘n’ Heels event the Washington Capitals hosted at Kettler Capitals Iceplex.

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Caps assistant coach Calle Johansson (a defenseman) gave faceoff tips. (photo courtesy K. Lucas)

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Joey Crabb and assistant coach Tim Hunter gave lessons in shooting the puck. (photo courtesy K. Lucas)

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Gratutitous shot of Joey Crabb. (photo courtesy K. Lucas)

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Rookie Tomas Kundratek shows Katie how to pass on the backhand. (photo courtesy K. Lucas)

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Tomas Kundratek, presented without comment. (photo courtesy K. Lucas)

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The eloquent Craig Laughlin, telling a surely riviting story. (photo courtesy K. Lucas)

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Wolski showing a guest the finer points of a wrist shot. (photo courtesy K. Lucas)

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That Locker sure is the excitable one, eh? (photo courtesy M. Kowalczyk)

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Jay Beagle, getting ready to pose for pictures. (photo courtesy M. Kowalcyzk)

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Okay, here’s another one of Crabb. (photo courtesy M. Kowalczyk)

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The group got a locker room tour. (photo courtesy M. Kowalczyk)

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Manda and friend pose with Kundratek. (photo courtesy M. Kowalczyk)

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Washington Nationals Spring Training Photo Gallery

February 18, 2013 by

Thanks to DistrictSportsPage.com fan contributor Wendy McDowell, here are some photos from Sunday’s chilly workout from Viera, FL. Most of the day players were bundled up underneath hooded sweatshirts, but most of the pitchers threw in the bullpen and there were some recognizable faces (and facial hair) floating about as well.

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PHOTO: Washington Nationals Pitchers and Catchers Reunited

February 13, 2013 by

Washington Nationals pitchers and catcher reported to Viera, Florida yesterday and start workouts today.

Happy spring training everyone!

Drew Storen and Kurt Suzuki after win and Nats clinch playoff berth - Los Angeles Dodgers v. Washington Nationals, September 20, 2012, (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Drew Storen and Kurt Suzuki after win and Nats clinch playoff berth – Los Angeles Dodgers v. Washington Nationals, September 20, 2012, (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

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2013 Washington Nationals NatsFest (with fan photos)

January 29, 2013 by

“We’re going to the World Series this year.” – Principal Owner Mark Lerner said during a “State of the Nationals” forum for season ticket holders at NatsFest.

The Washington Nationals held NatsFest on Saturday, January 26 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. By all accounts, it sounded like a big success with more than 7,000 fans (per @NationalsPR).

Fans got a chance to see new Nationals Denard Span and Dan Haren as well as several other Nats players and prospects, including Corey Brown, Tyler Clippard, Ian Desmond, Ross Detwiler, Danny Espinosa, Christian Garcia, Gio Gonzalez, Brian Goodwin, Bryce Harper, Nathan Karns, Steve Lombardozzi, Ryan Mattheus, Tyler Moore, Ryan Perry, Anthony Rendon, Will Rhymes, Matt Skole, Drew Storen, Kurt Suzuki, Chad Tracy, Jayson Werth and Jordan Zimmermann.

Nationals GM Mike Rizzo and Mark Lerner, one of the team’s Principal Owners, as well as team broadcasters Bob Carpenter, F.P. Santangelo, Charlie Slowes and Phil Wood were also in attendance. [Read more...]

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FORMER NATS: Nick Johnson Retires

January 29, 2013 by

Former Washington Nationals first baseman Nick Johnson filed his MLB retirement papers today at only age 34 according to several sources.

Nick Johnson was drafted by the New York Yankees in the third round of the 1996 amateur draft and made his major league debut on August 21, 2001 at only age 22. Johnson was traded by the Yankees to Montreal Expos with Randy Choate and Juan Rivera for Javier Vazquez.

Johnson joined the Nationals when the Expos moved to Washington in 2005 and #24 quickly became a fan favorite. In fact, there were still several Johnson jerseys worn at Nationals Park in 2012. Johnson was traded by the Nats to the then Florida Marlins after the all-star break in 2009 for Aaron Thompson.

Unfortunately, after the terrible collision in right field with outfielder Austin Kearns at Shea Stadium on Sept. 26, 2006 that left Johnson with a broken femur, Johnson could never quite get healthy again. After a half season with Marlins, Johnson bounced around from the Yankees to Indians and played last year with the Baltimore Orioles.

He only played 233 games in the big leagues after the 2006 injury, however, the guy could get on base. Since 2001, Nick Johnson has 10th best OBP (.399) among players with 3,000 plate appearances.

Some of the media poked fun of Johnson’s injury history and Sabremetricians hero.

 

 

Thanks for the memories, Nick Johnson.
We wish you all the best.

Former National 1B Nick Johnson at Nats Park, 5/4/2008 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Former National 1B Nick Johnson at Nats Park, 5/4/2008 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Former National 1B Nick Johnson at Nats Park, 6/4/2009 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Former National 1B Nick Johnson at Nats Park, 6/4/2009 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Former National 1B Nick Johnson at Nats Park, 5/21/2009 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Former National 1B Nick Johnson at Nats Park, 5/21/2009 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Former National 1B Nick Johnson sliding back for first base, 4/17/2009 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Former National 1B Nick Johnson sliding back for first base, 4/17/2009 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Former National 1B Nick Johnson sporting a beard, 4/17/2009 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Former National 1B Nick Johnson sporting a beard, 4/17/2009 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

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FORMER NATS: Michael Morse Returns to Seattle

January 26, 2013 by

Former Washington National and fan favorite, Michael Morse returned to Seattle for Mariners Fan Fest this weekend. We are only a few hours away from Seattle so made a last minute decision to drive over for fan fest when Morse was added to the schedule.

Morse signed autographs for 500 lucky fans on Saturday along with third baseman Kyle Seager and outfielder Michael Saunders. It was great to see the Beast settle back into his old stomping ground. Fans embraced him and welcomed him back with open arms.

One fan gave Morse a hard ticket from the 2005 game when Morse got his first MLB hit. A very nice gesture and Michael and his wife were very appreciative. We also saw a fan in line wearing a Nationals Morse jersey.

The trio were in a Q&A with fans later in the day and Morse was introduced to his signature tune, “Take On Me” by A-ha. It brought a smile to my face.

Seeing Morse’s smile (see photos below) was well worth the trip. We wish Morse the best of luck in Seattle!

Michael Morse, Kyle Seager and Michael Saunders sign autographs for fans at Mariners FanFest at Safeco, 1/26/2013 - Former National Michael Morse returns to the Seattle Mariners and welcomed back by fans (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse, Kyle Seager and Michael Saunders sign autographs for fans at Mariners FanFest at Safeco, 1/26/2013 – Former National Michael Morse returns to the Seattle Mariners and welcomed back by fans (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Former National Michael Morse signed his 2005 Mariners photo for fans at Mariners FanFest at Safeco, 1/26/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Former National Michael Morse signed his 2005 Mariners photo for fans at Mariners FanFest at Safeco, 1/26/2013 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse, Kyle Seager and Michael Saunders sign autographs for fans at Mariners FanFest at Safeco, 1/26/2013 - Former National Michael Morse returns to the Seattle Mariners and welcomed back by fans (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse, Kyle Seager and Michael Saunders sign autographs for fans at Mariners FanFest at Safeco, 1/26/2013 – Former National Michael Morse returns to the Seattle Mariners and welcomed back by fans (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

 

 

 

 

 

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PHOTOS: Michael Morse, Thanks for the Memories

January 17, 2013 by

Washington Nationals fans are going to miss this smile. It is always hard to say goodbye to favorite players.

Thank you Michael Morse for your dedication, enthusiasm, hard work, position flexibility, your samurai cobra snake pose and matching bobblehead, swag, getting on Twitter, Beast Mode and a re-newed love of A-Ha’s “Take on Me.” We wish you the best of luck with your new (old) team in Seattle.

Here are a few of our favorite photos of Mr. Beast Mode. Thanks for the memories…..

Michael Morse's Curtain Call During Last Nats Home Game 2011 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse’s Curtain Call During Last Nats Home Game 2011 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse doing his samurai cobra snake pose - Seattle Mariners v. Washington Nationals, 6/21/2012. (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse doing his samurai cobra snake pose – Seattle Mariners v. Washington Nationals, 6/21/2012. (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse in Beast Mode (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse in Beast Mode (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse curtain call after his home run - Last Game of Regular Season-Philadelphia Phillies v. Washington Nationals, October 3, 2012 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse curtain call after his home run – Last Game of Regular Season-Philadelphia Phillies v. Washington Nationals, October 3, 2012 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse always tapped the top of helmet after a hit, 8/17/2011. (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse always tapped the top of helmet after a hit, 8/17/2011. (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Morse singled and started rally. He's communicating with the dugout here to keep rally going. Seattle Mariners v. Washington Nationals, 6/23/2011 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Morse singled and started rally. He’s communicating with the dugout here to keep rally going. Seattle Mariners v. Washington Nationals, 6/23/2011 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Fans love Beast Mode, 9/19/2012 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Fans love Beast Mode, 9/19/2012 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

1B Michael Morse gets the throw to SS Ian Desmond to get Justin Smoak out at 2B - Seattle Mariners v. Washington Nationals, 6/21/2012. (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

1B Michael Morse gets the throw to SS Ian Desmond to get Justin Smoak out at 2B – Seattle Mariners v. Washington Nationals, 6/21/2012. (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse had eye black everywhere - Los Angeles Dodgers v. Washington Nationals, Game One of Doubleheader on September 19, 2012 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse had eye black everywhere – Los Angeles Dodgers v. Washington Nationals, Game One of Doubleheader on September 19, 2012 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

"Batting Stance Guy" imitating Nats Michael Morse's "new" batting stance at ziMS 3rd Annual "A Night at the Park" at Nationals Park, June 14, 2012. (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

“Batting Stance Guy” imitating Nats Michael Morse’s “new” batting stance at ziMS 3rd Annual “A Night at the Park” at Nationals Park, June 14, 2012. (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse douses Bryce Harper after his first MLB walkoff! 6/5/2012 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse douses Bryce Harper after his first MLB walkoff! 6/5/2012 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

It was great to see Michael Morse in the dugout while he was on the DL, 4/17/2012 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

It was great to see Michael Morse in the dugout while he was on the DL, 4/17/2012 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Nats fans showing their love for Michael Morse, 10/12/2012 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Nats fans showing their love for Michael Morse, 10/12/2012 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse, Jayson Werth and Ryan Zimmerman congratulating Laynce Nix on walk-off win - Seattle Mariners v. Washington Nationals, 6/23/2012. (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse, Jayson Werth and Ryan Zimmerman congratulating Laynce Nix on walk-off win – Seattle Mariners v. Washington Nationals, 6/23/2012. (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse, 6/19/2011 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse, 6/19/2011 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse - Philadelphia Phillies v. Washington Nationals, October 1, 2012 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse – Philadelphia Phillies v. Washington Nationals, October 1, 2012 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse at NatsFest, March 2011 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse at NatsFest, March 2011 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse and fiance Jessica at ziMS 3rd Annual "A Night at the Park" at Nationals Park, June 14, 2012. (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse and wife Jessica at ziMS 3rd Annual “A Night at the Park” at Nationals Park, June 14, 2012. (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse smiling on his Bobblehead Day - Miami Marlins v. Washington Nationals, August 5, 2012 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

Michael Morse smiling on his Bobblehead Day – Miami Marlins v. Washington Nationals, August 5, 2012 (Cheryl Nichols/District Sports Page)

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