Stephen Strasburg scared fans on Wednesday night after leaving his start early and getting an MRI on his pitching elbow. Though the Nationals did wind up winning the game, the future of their ace is still unknown. MLB.com's Tim McMaster and Nationals reporter Bill Ladson examine what a long term loss by the leader of Washington's pitching staff could mean for their World Series hopes.

Trea Turner's showing everyone why he belongs with in the Major Leagues. Nationals reporter Bill Ladson caught up with Turner to hear his thoughts on being named NL Rookie of the Month and how he's excelled at wearing many hats for the contending Nats.

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Sean Burnett's road back to the Major Leagues hasn't been easy. Nationals reporter Bill Ladson caught up with the pitcher to find out what it took to make it back and how it felt after returning to the mound for the first time since 2014.

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Tanner Roark's set a new standard for himself on the mound. MLB.com's Tim McMaster and Nationals reporter Bill Ladson take a closer look at his numbers, spotlight Marc Rzepczynski's experience as the Nats push for October and the outlook for Stephen Strasburg's return.

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Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper talks about his foundation "Harper's Heroes" and explains how he's using his platform to support the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

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Nationals reliever Blake Treinen has become a very reliable asset for Dusty Baker during his 2016 campaign in Washington. Nationals reporter Bill Ladson takes some time to talk with the righty reliever about how he's been able to be so successful this season and how he's improved on facing lefties this year.

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The Beltway Series is underway, as the Nationals and Orioles do battle. However, Washington received some bad news about staff ace Stephen Strasburg before game one, who wound up needing to go on the DL. MLB.com's Tim McMaster and Nationals reporter Bill Ladson discuss what's next for Strasburg as well as Bryce Harper's recent hot streak

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Although Ben Revere hasn't played as much as he'd hoped to this season, he's very grateful to Nationals manager Dusty Baker for not giving up on him just yet. Nationals reporter Bill Ladson sits down with the Nats' outfielder to talk about his season, as well as the incredible catch he made in front of his family in Atlanta

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It's a big week for Frank Howard as the Nationals pay tribute and put Howard in the Ring of Honor. Nationals reporter Bill Ladson caught up with "The Capital Punisher" to find out what this honor means and reflect on the seven impactful seasons he spent playing in Washington.

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Despite a few hiccups along the way, the Nationals are playing cohesive baseball. MLB.com's Tim McMaster and Nationals reporter Bill Ladson discuss the decision to release Jonathan Papelbon, update on both Stephen Strasburg and Bryce Harper's status and spotlight Anthony Rendon's tear on the basepaths.

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