Bobby Blanco

Maryland, Washington, D.C., United States

Sports Reporter at Mid-Atlantic Sports Network (MASN)

Nats insider for @masnNationals. Managing Editor https://t.co/7UeAjjusFO. D.C. sports & nerd stuff. @UofMaryland & @GonzagaGoodNews grad. @PMICpodcast on the side.

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Game 42 lineups: Nats at Braves

3 days ago | masnsports.com | Bobby Blanco

ATLANTA – Greetings from about 20 minutes outside of Downtown Atlanta, where the Nationals arrive for their first series against the Braves in 2025. The Nats didn’t have a lot going for them during a 1-5 homestand, so they’ll look to turn things around on the road, where they’re 7-12 on the season. Davey Martinez needs a strong outing from Jake Irvin, as the Nats search for the first quality start from their starting pitcher since the nightcap of Tuesday’s doubleheader against the Guardians.
Lackluster offense continues as Nats rally late but drop sixth straight (updated)

3 days ago | masnsports.com | Bobby Blanco

ATLANTA – The most recent homestand wasn’t kind to the Nationals. A rainout on Monday forced a doubleheader Tuesday, and with a noon game already scheduled for Wednesday, they had to play all three games against the Guardians in under 24 hours. The Nats won the first game of that twinbill. And that still stands as the last time they found themselves in the win column.
How Nats can find success to start road trip

3 days ago | masnsports.com | Bobby Blanco

ATLANTA – The Nationals will take the field at Truist Park tonight looking to snap a five-game losing streak. A loss in the series opener against the Braves will be the Nats’ longest losing streak since they lost six in a row from Aug. 30 to Sept. 5, 2023. With both the pitchers (20 runs allowed over the weekend against the Cardinals) and the bats (only three runs scored against the Cardinals) recently, where do the Nats begin to turn things around?
Brzykcy replaces Sims in Nats bullpen (plus Cavalli and Susana notes)

4 days ago | masnsports.com | Bobby Blanco

After last night’s postgame roster move of releasing right-hander Lucas Sims, the Nationals have found a replacement in their bullpen. Zach Brzykcy was recalled this afternoon from Triple-A Rochester for an extended stay in the Nats ‘pen after serving as the 27th man for Tuesday’s doubleheader against the Guardians. “Great. Obviously, it's good to be back here.
Crews' homer not enough to overcome Nats' early woes in fourth straight loss (updated)

5 days ago | masnsports.com | Bobby Blanco

The Nationals needed improvements all across the board to snap their three-game losing streak. Following last night’s 10-0 blowout loss to the Cardinals in the series opener, they needed better pitching and better offense. Unfortunately, they got neither in their fourth straight loss, this one by a score of 4-2 with frustration mounting on an otherwise lovely 72-degree spring day in the District.
Game 40 lineups: Nats vs. Cardinals

5 days ago | masnsports.com | Bobby Blanco

The Nationals would like nothing more than to shake off Friday night’s blowout loss to the Cardinals with a lopsided victory of their own this afternoon. Where do they begin? Let’s start on the mound. After Mitchell Parker’s rough outing, Trevor Williams makes his eighth start of the season. The right-hander is 2-3 with a 5.86 ERA and 1.613 WHIP on the year. He has been charged with five and four earned runs in his last starts, so he will also be looking to right the ship.
Soroka still waiting to make next start

1 week ago | masnsports.com | Bobby Blanco

For the second time in the last week, Michael Soroka has met the Nationals in D.C. from his minor league rehab assignment. And for the second time in the last week, he doesn't know when or where his next start will take place. Soroka dominated Friday during his third rehab start while working his way back from a right biceps strain. He struck out 11 hitters over five innings of one-run ball, while reaching his goal of 94 pitches for Triple-A Rochester.
Bell continues to sit with groin issue, Law throws again and more notes

1 week ago | masnsports.com | Bobby Blanco

Josh Bell will sit for the third straight game while dealing with a groin issue that kept him out of the lineup for the final two matchups in Cincinnati. The Nationals designated hitter tweaked his right groin muscle running out a ground ball in the seventh inning of Friday night’s loss to the Reds. Manager Davey Martinez kept the 32-year-old out of the lineup for the final two games against the Reds as a precaution, especially due to the bad weather all weekend at Great American Ball Park.
Game 36 lineups: Nats vs. Guardians

1 week ago | masnsports.com | Bobby Blanco

After three straight rain-delayed games in Cincinnati, the Nationals return home to … more rain. Yes, the weather for tonight’s series opener against the Guardians does not look promising, with thunderstorms projected to hit the area all night. The good news is this is the first game of this three-game set. The two teams play again tomorrow night and are scheduled to play a 12:05 p.m. game on Wednesday, leaving plenty of room for a possible doubleheader.
Soroka and Nats still deciding next steps after second rehab start

2 weeks ago | masnsports.com | Bobby Blanco

Michael Soroka summoned a small group of media members to his locker yesterday afternoon. He knew his presence in the Nationals clubhouse was noteworthy, but he also had other things to do like meet with trainers, manager Davey Martinez and pitching coach Jim Hickey. He wasn’t sure how much time he would be available, so he wanted to give reporters time to ask him some questions. An always considerate Canadian.