Is Carter Kieboom locked in at third base? Will the Nats carry a fifth bench player or a ninth reliever? What does Erick Fedde losing his fourth option mean? Bobby and Amy answer some final roster questions before closing camp.

EP 129: Final roster battles

Opening Day will have to wait as Thursday’s Mets-Nats game was postponed due to COVID-19 protocols. Bobby is joined by Mark Zuckerman to break down the situation and hear the latest from Mike Rizzo.

EP 131: Opening Day postponed due to COVID concerns

Bobby breaks down an eventful weekend at Nationals Park as the Nats split a four-game series with the Diamondbacks. Hear from Patrick Corbin and Davey Martinez, Max Scherzer passing Cy Young in strikeouts, Kyle Schwarber's walk-off home run and more highlights before looking at a rematch with the Cardinals.

Diamondbacks series
Game 1 (1:13)
Corbin and Davey (3:12)
Game 2 (7:16)
Max passes Cy Young (8:03)
Schwarber walk-off (9:07)
Game 3 (11:03)
Gomes homer (12:13)
Zimmerman pinch-hit homer (13:02)
Game 4 (13:56)
Turner’s two homers (16:28)
Cardinals preview (17:53)

Series recap 4: Nats vs. Diamondbacks

Bobby recaps the delayed first series against the Mets, as the Nationals were only able to salvage one win in New York over the weekend. Hear from Davey Martinez on Jacob deGrom's historic start, how the Nats bounced back on Saturday and his final thoughts at the end of the series. Plus, look ahead to this week's two-game set vs. the Blue Jays in Dunedin, Fla.

Mets series
Game 1 (1:19)
Davey on deGrom (3:08)
Game 2 (4:26)
Davey on bounceback (6:18)
Game 3 (8:01)
Davey thoughts (10:06)
Blue Jays preview (11:37)

Series recap 6: Nats at Mets

The Nationals had an eventful weekend as they returned home to face the Giants at a full capacity Nats Park. Bobby recaps the four games in three days, including Max Scherzer's injury, emergency pitching performances and Kyle Schwarber's bombs from the leadoff spot. Also, hear from Victor Robles and Davey Martinez after the baserunning blunder from Saturday night before getting ready for three games against the Pirates.

Giants series
Game 1 (0:58)
Max and Davey on Scherzer injury (1:51)
Game 2 (5:29)
Davey on Fedde (7:54)
Game 3 (9:30)
Robles and Davey on baserunning blunder (12:23)
Game 4 (15:17)
Schwarber 1st homer (16:51)
Schwarber 2nd homer (17:16)
Pirates preview (18:18)

Series recap 18: Nats vs. Giants

What was supposed to be an easy two-game series in Philly turned into the craziest series we've seen this season! Bobby breaks down all the madness from Max Scherzer's foreign substance checks to the back-and-forth affair in the finale. Hear Davey Martinez and Scherzer address Joe Girardi's gamesmanship and Josh Bell's grand slam that made him a National in Martinez's eyes. Then get a quick preview of a four-game set in Miami.

Phillies series
Game 1 (1:19)
Davey and Max on Joe Girardi (4:28)
Game 2 (7:15)
Schwarber homer (8:03)
Bell grand slam (8:56)
Davey on “boom game” and Bell a National (11:35)
Marlins preview (13:30)

Series recap 21: Nats at Phillies

What a week, huh? From foreign substance checks to grand slams, Nats-Phillies had it all. Bobby and Amy wrap up a wacky week in Philly. Plus, hear Davey Martinez and Max Scherzer discuss Joe Girardi's gamesmanship (21:02) and Martinez recap Wednesday's comeback win and Josh Bell's grand slam (36:42).

EP 142: Wacky week in Philly

Get ready to meet some new, young faces for the rest of the season. Bobby Blanco and Mark Zuckerman look at the injection of youth into the Nats system. Plus, stay tuned for some live breaking news!

EP 148: Injection of youth

Rebuilds and tanking have been heavily criticized lately. Bobby and Amy discuss how the Nats can reload the right way. Plus, hear from Cade Cavalli on his promotion to Triple-A (11:15).

EP 151: How do Nats rebuild the right way?

The Nats have no effect on the National League playoffs, but could play a major role in the American League wild card race. Bobby and Amy break down how the Nationals can play spoiler in D.C. this weekend. Plus, handing out 2021 season awards.

EP 156: Nats can make AL wild

There have been some surprising storylines surrounding the Nationals’ first month of play. Bobby and Amy discuss what has been unexpected to start the season. Plus, Amy chats with pitching prospects Cole Henry and Evan Lee of Double-A Harrisburg (40:37).

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EP 184: Surprising storylines to start

The Nationals' offensive production has been inconsistent over the last two series. Bobby and Amy discuss who stood out through the past week. Plus, more good news on Stephen Strasburg and Joe Ross.

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EP 185: Nats MVPs of the Week

How do you feel about the Juan Soto trade? Did the Nats do enough with their two moves? Bobby and Amy recap an historic trade deadline.

EP 196: Reacting to life after Juan Soto

Cade Cavalli will make his major league debut Friday at Nats Park! Bobby and Amy preview the top pitching prospect’s first big league start.

EP 199: Cade Cavalli gets the call

The bullpen was surprisingly the Nats’ biggest strength while the rotation uncharacteristically struggled. Bobby and Amy grade the Nats’ 2022 pitching staff.

EP 206: 2022 pitching staff grades

Bobby Blanco and Amy Jennings discuss how the Nats should address three areas where they need to improve in 2023.

EP 207: Three areas for Nats to improve in 2023

By non-tendering Erick Fedde and Luke Voit, the Nats gave a glimpse into their offseason blueprint. Bobby and Amy look at the ramifications of the latest roster moves.

EP 211: Nats non-tender Fedde and Voit

The Nats signed Jeimer Candelario to a one-year deal and Stone Garrett to a major league contract. Bobby and Amy react to the first big league signing of the offseason.

EP 212: Nats sign Candelario and Garrett

The Nationals selected Thad Ward out of the Red Sox organization in the Rule 5 draft. They also signed Trevor Williams to a two-year deal. Amy Jennings and Bobby Blanco take a look at the Nats' newest arms.

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EP 214: Nats select Ward, sign Williams

Erasmo Ramirez returning crosses one thing off Washington’s wish list. Bobby and Amy double check the Nats' holiday list. Plus, they react to the shocking news that Carlos Correa is signing with the Mets instead of the Giants. All of that and more on the MASN All Access Podcast.

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EP 215: Holiday wish lists for Nats

Dominic Smith is the left-handed corner outfielder and first baseman the Nats have been searching for this offseason. Bobby and Amy take a look at the Nats’ newest depth pieces on the MASN All Access Podcast.

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EP 216: Smith, Downs provide Nats infield depth

Corey Dickerson brings an experienced left-handed bat to left field. Is the Nats lineup set? Bobby and Amy break down the latest big league signing. Plus, they react to Carlos Correa's surprise return to the Twins.

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EP 217: Dickerson provides lefty bat in left

The Nationals roster is almost set ahead of spring. Are they better, worse or the same in 2023? Bobby and Amy break down the squad by position. Plus, who would you elect into a Nationals Hall of Fame?

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EP 219: Are Nats better, worse or the same in 2023?

Alex Colomé and Wily Peralta bring more experience to a deep Nats bullpen on minor league deals. Bobby and Amy look to see if there is enough room for the right-handed veterans. Plus, Joe Ross signs a minor league deal with the Giants and the Nats have four prospects in MLB Pipeline's new top 100 rankings.

EP 220: Is there room in crowded Nats bullpen?

Trea Turner to the Phillies. Justin Verlander to the Mets. The NL East was the most active division in baseball this offseason. Where do things stand heading into spring training? Bobby and Amy pose one big question for each team. Plus, the Nats add starting pitching depth and agree to terms with Victor Robles.

EP 221: 2023 NL East Preview

While pitchers and catchers report to West Palm Beach, hearts remain heavy in D.C. for the late Ted Lerner. Bobby Blanco and Amy Jennings remember the Nationals' founding principal owner. Then they preview spring training with offseason grades, top storylines and position battles to watch.

EP 222: Remembering Ted Lerner as spring training starts

Position players have reported to West Palm Beach and the first full-squad workouts are underway. Bobby and Amy discuss what we have we learned from the first week of Nats spring training. Plus, Mike Rizzo discusses the top prospects and his contract status, and Davey Martinez talks about the first full-squad workout.

EP 223: What we learned from first week of camp

Spring training games are underway in West Palm Beach. Bobby and Amy discuss why the Nationals decided to ramp down Sean Doolittle and why they are being cautious with other pitchers. They also talk about the improvements that the Nationals have made defensively and what CJ Abrams needs to work on before Opening Day.

EP 224: Nats cautious as spring games begin

Carter Kieboom had a setback in his return from Tommy John surgery after making his first spring training start. Amy Jennings and Brendan Mortensen discuss Kieboom’s struggles and future in the organization.

EP 225: Carter Kieboom's future with the Nationals

Keibert Ruiz signed am eight-year contract extension and Cade Cavalli exited Tuesday’s game in the third inning with an apparent elbow injury. Bobby and Amy discuss Ruiz’s contract and what’s next for Cavalli. Plus, hear from Ruiz, Mike Rizzo and Davey Martinez.

EP 226: Ruiz signs extension, Cavalli injures elbow

Is Chad Kuhl the right replacement for Cade Cavalli? Who will earn the last bullpen spots? Bobby Blanco and Brendan Mortensen answer pitching questions and much more with one week left of camp. Plus, recapping the World Baseball Classic and fantasy baseball drafts.

EP 227: Pitching questions ahead of Opening Day

What will CJ Abrams’ batting average be? How many home runs will Joey Meneses hit? Who will lead the Nats pitching staff in wins? Bobby and Amy make season predictions ahead of Opening Day.

EP 228: 2023 season predictions

Is CJ Abrams’ defense a cause for concern? Will Keibert Ruiz continue to hit? Is MacKenzie Gore the best pitcher on the staff? Bobby Blanco and Amy Jennings overanalyze and overreact to the Nats’ first few games. Plus, where the top prospects will begin the season and immediate reactions to the new rules.

EP 229: Overreactions to season’s first week

James Wood is the universal No. 1 prospect in the Nats system. But how do outlets differ with the rest of their top 10 lists? Bobby Blanco and Amy Jennings compare prospect rankings after a visit to High-A Wilmington. Plus, hear from Wood, T.J. White and Mario Lisson.

EP 230: Comparing prospect rankings

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