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Victor Robles is getting a shot to lead off and Ryan Zimmerman is fresh after a year away. Bobby and Amy discuss what we’ve learned through the first two weeks of spring training and hear from Davey Martinez, Ryan Zimmerman and Kevin Long.

Which prospects should you be looking out for? Bobby and Amy scout the young players in camp and hear from Mike Rizzo, Davey Martinez, Max Scherzer and more!

How does Fernando Tatis Jr.’s contract extension affect Juan Soto’s future with the Nationals? Will the pitching staff get back to its old form? Mike Rizzo and Davey Martinez answer questions on the first day of camp. Then, Bobby and Amy go through the Nats' top storylines heading into spring training.

The NL East was the most active division in baseball this offseason. Who put themselves in the best position to win in 2021? Bobby and Amy break down the Nationals’ division competition.

Sean Doolittle heads to the Reds while Alex Avila joins the Nats and Gerardo Parra returns on a minor league deal! Bobby and Amy hear from Avila (20:12) and Doolittle (32:28) before Mark Zuckerman goes through the flurry of moves surrounding the Nationals (44:50).

Ryan Zimmerman is back for his 16th season while Brad Hand reinforces the bullpen and Jon Lester searches for his fourth ring. Bobby and Amy hear from familiar and new faces.

The Washington … Cubs? Jon Lester is the latest former North Sider to join Davey Martinez in D.C. Bobby and Amy react to the Nats’ reinforced rotation, international signing class, and losses of Kurt Suzuki and Wilmer Difo.

Kyle Schwarber certainly adds power, but where does he fit in the Nationals batting order? Bobby and Amy fill out lineup cards with the new guys. Plus, they take a look at the complicated arbitration process for three Nats stars.

A new year means a fresh start! What’s on your wish list for the Nationals in 2021? Bobby and Amy set goals for the upcoming season. Plus, a recap of the end of 2020, including Howie Kendrick's retirement and the Josh Bell trade.

In a non-traditional Winter Meetings, hardly a player stirred, except for Mighty Mouse. Bobby and Amy look back at Adam Eaton’s time in D.C. and recapping the Nats’ week.

Trade for Kris Bryant or Nolan Arenado? Sign J.T. Realmuto or George Springer? Bobby Blanco and Amy Jennings play Nationals GM for a day.

Starting with Stephen Strasburg, the Nationals have selected 10 hurlers in the first round over the last decade. Bobby and Amy break down the process of picking pitchers. Plus, notes on the Nats signing Sam Clay and moving their Triple-A affiliate to Rochester, N.Y.

Did the universal DH help the Nats? How did they fare with an automatic runner starting extra innings? Bobby and Amy decide whether 2020 rules should stay or go.

Juan Soto produced historic offensive numbers, but was not a finalist for NL MVP. Was Soto snubbed? Bobby and Amy discuss.

We had breaking news during this week's podcast: The Nationals declined four contract options and announced the coaching staff as we recorded this episode with instant reactions. Then, before we turn to 2021, Bobby and Amy look back at the last decade for the Nats and how they’ve stayed consistently competitive. Plus, assistant GM Johnny DiPuglia discusses his scouting of Juan Soto and Victor Robles (40:15).

Michael A. Taylor had a flair for the dramatic with the Nats. Bobby and Amy look back at his time in D.C. and discuss other potential free agent departures. Plus, hear from new pitching coach Jim Hickey.

Davey Martinez has already made some tough decisions to start the offseason. Bobby and Amy break down Davey’s coaching changes and his first three years with the Nats. Plus, Byron Kerr recalls his conversation with Paul Menhart after the pitching coach was let go from the Nationals (34:40).

Juan Soto deserves top marks, but does he get NL MVP consideration? Who else graded high at season’s end? Bobby and Amy start the offseason by grading the Nats’ regular season and picking MLB postseason brackets.

The 2020 season didn’t go according to plan for the Nationals. But there were still narratives worth following. Bobby Blanco and Amy Jennings look back at this season’s feel-good stories. Plus, Alex Chappell joins the show to give her perspective on this Nats season (30:15).

Trea Turner chasing a batting title, Juan Soto could lead MLB in on-base percentage, slugging and OPS, and Max Scherzer staring down 100 strikeouts. With 13 games left, the Nats have a lot on the line. Bobby and Amy give you the top storylines for the the last 10 days of the 2020 season.