The “Calma” in the Nationals clubhouse is so much more delightful than the toxic culture over at the Astros.  And that’s not just two Nats fans talking, The Assistant GM of the Astros has been fired, and MLB is investigating belligerence, inappropriate behavior, and outright lies perpetrated by the Astros organization.  Never should have brought that Osuna guy on to begin with.  And don’t try to fake the news in a room full of journalists.  We rant.

Jose Andres, chef, humanitarian, and immigrant, throws out a World Series first pitch and unites the crowd.

Awards are given to the league’s best relievers, homophobe Josh Hader and domestic abuser Aroldis Chapman.  Patti stress-crochets, and we rant.

MLB investigates umpire Rob Drake’s threatening tweets.  We rant.

We assured you there would be no news about managers until after the World Series.  Except for David Ross, Jayce Tingler, and Joe Girardi.  But that’s it. Just those guys.  And some front-office stuff over at the Pirates and Red Sox.  Nothing to see here.

All this, plus conspiracy theories, Bud Light for Life if you can block a WS home run with your chest, and full frontal flashing. Not ours.