The Nationals' top stories in 2012
Here is a look back at the top 10 stories that shaped the past year with, to borrow a phrase from Davey Johnson, an eye on tomorrow.
Nationals sign former first-round pitcher Tyler Herron
The Nationals tried out the former St. Louis Cardinals and Pittsburgh Pirates farm hard in spring training, and could help bolster their starting pitching depth.
A carefully calculated call-up
The decision to promote Bryce Harper so early in the year was not an easy one, but it had a big payoff for the Nationals in their 98-win season.
Nats want answer soon from LaRoche
The team isn’t giving an ultimatum, but it would like to know whether free agent first baseman intends to stay.
A season worth celebrating
How the Nationals became a force
VIDEO | Post reporters and columnist Thomas Boswell recall the path of the Nats — once a bad team in a decrepit stadium — to the top of Major League Baseball.
2012: The year baseball went National
OPINION | Nationals deliver the kind of season area fans have waited decades for.
Too Giant a task
The 1933 Senators were the last team from Washington to reach the World Series, but they couldn’t overcome Carl Hubbell and lost the Series in five games.
Nationals video updates
From spring training to the playoffs, the Nationals tell the story of their breakthrough season.
MLB
Swisher thrilled to be back 'home'
Nick Swisher is introduced by the Indians, who landed the free agent with a $56 million deal that includes a vesting option for a fifth year.
Miguel Tejada attempting comeback
Former AL MVP Miguel Tejada has reached a minor league deal with the Kansas City Royals and says he is ready to return to the majors.
Latest MLB news
- Swisher thrilled to be back 'home'
- Giants' Sergio Romo facing misdemeanor charge after New Year's Day tiff at Vegas airport
- Reliever Frasor signs 1-year deal with Rangers; is Toronto's career leader for appearances
- Mr. Right: Nick Swisher signs 4-year deal with Indians, officially fills vacancy in outfield
DC Sports Bog
December 19 Morning Pixels
A lot needs to happen to clinch a spot this week. But anything's possible. ”
Nick Faust has a Curly W tattoo
Maryland basketball guard joins Kevin Durant, Michael Beasley and others by inking the Curly W on his body.”
Full coverage of Bryce Harper
A living archive of everything the Washington Post has published on Bryce Harper — blog posts, articles, columns, photos and video.
Nationals videos
Where does Haren fit into the Nationals’ rotation? — Post Sports Live
The Post Sports Live crew discusses the Nationals’ signing of free agent starting pitcher Dan Haren.Redskins beat Giants, inch closer to postseason — Post Sports Live
The Washington Post’s LaVar Arrington, Jason Reid, Dan Steinberg and Jonathan Forsythe discuss the Redskins’ victory over the New York Giants, grade RGIII’s performance, preview the upcoming game against the Baltimore Ravens and discuss the Nationals’ signing of starting pitcher Dan Haren.Bryce Harper talks spring training and playing in D.C.
In an interview with the Washington Post, Washington Nationals prospect Bryce Harper talks about his father helping him learn the game and his thoughts about getting ready to play in D.C.Stephen Strasburg on influences, lessons learned
In an interview with The Washington Post, Stephen Strasburg talks about his childhood influences and how he overcame obstacles playing baseball.Post Sports Live: Caps, Harper debut and Redskins draft haul
The Washington Post’s Jason Reid joins LaVar Arrington, Dan Steinberg and host Jonathan Forsythe to discuss the Capitals’ series against the Rangers, Bryce Harper’s major league debut and the Redskins’ draft haul.Post Sports Live: Hunter hangs it up, injury woes continue for Nats
The Washington Post’s Dave Sheinin joins Jason Reid, Dan Steinberg and Jonathan Forsythe to discuss the end of the Capitals’ season and Dale Hunter’s decision to step down as head coach and the bullpen issues facing the Nationals in the face of mounting injuries.Post Sports Live: Bullpen woes for Nationals
The Washington Post’s Dave Sheinin joins Post Sports Live to discuss the current struggling state of the Nationals bullpen.Post Sports Live: What is the significance of RGIII’s locker placement?
The Post Sports Live crew discusses the placement of Redskins’ rookie quarterback Robert Griffin III’s locker between veterans London Fletcher and Brian Orakpo.Post Spots Live: Should Bryce Harper be an All-Star?
The Post Sports Live crew debates whether or not Nationals’ rookie Bryce Harper should be added to the National League roster.Behind the scenes at the Washington Nationals Radio booth
Washington Nationals radio broadcasters, Charlie Slowes and Dave Jageler, give an inside look at the booth of a baseball play-by-play broadcaster. The pair discusses preparing for games, the importance of rapport in the booth and the love of the sport.Recent columns
COLUMN | The Dodgers’ windfall, and subsequent spending spree, means MASN may never be worth more, or be more necessary if the Nationals hope to keep up in any way with Los Angeles.
Nationals archives
- A thrill ride for Washington sports
- Time is right to get MASN deal done
- Nats’ needs are met in Nashville
- Haren, Nats agree to terms
- For Nationals, the price is right
- Nationals in search of fifth starter
- Nationals weighing future and present
- Span deal gives Nats several options
- Nats, LaRoche still talking
- Nationals trade for Denard Span
Editor's Choice
Face of the franchise
Robert Griffin III’s first season: his adjustment to the NFL, his assimilation into D.C. and his emergence as a leader.
2012 Fall All-Met
Honoring the area’s best in football, soccer, field hockey, volleyball and cross-country.