After re-signing with the Nationals, Stephen Strasburg speaks with Nationals reporter Bill Ladson to explain his decision to stay in D.C., how much Tony Gwynn influenced the right-hander's loyalty to the Nationals and what he thinks about contending for the NL Cy Young Award.

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Bryce Harper spent time at the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum recently and Nationals reporter Bill Ladson caught up with the reigning MVP to hear how he's found a passion for the history of baseball, what has worked so well for him in April and whether or not Harper realizes the scope of his presence in the game.

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Bryce Harper's knowledge extends far beyond the baseball field. MLB.com's Matthew Leach and Nationals reporter Bill Ladson spotlight Harper's experience going to the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and hear from the Nationals outfielder himself about his affinity for history, why the team needs a more consistent leadoff hitter and how the rotation has vastly improved from 2015.

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Gio Gonzalez is on the right track. MLB.com's Matthew Leach caught up with Nationals reporter Bill Ladson to spotlight Gio's recent outings, how the bullpen's much improved from last season, and how Wilson Ramos is seeing the ball better thanks to lasik eye surgery.

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Gio Gonzalez rediscovered the strike zone. MLB.com's Tim McMaster catches up with Nationals reporter Bill Ladson to spotlight Gonzalez's recent outing, explain how the team can improve their offense by capitalizing on other team's mistakes and debate whether or not to worry about 35-year-old closer Jonathan Papelbon. Plus, Ladson caught up with Joe Ross to learn how his season is going so far and what lessons he's applying from last season to this one.

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Ryan Zimmerman is back to looking like his old self. Nationals reporter Bill Ladson catches up with the first basemen to learn about the baseball field named after him and how it felt to be honored in the D.C. community, plus how his foot is healing and what the future holds for the Nationals.

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Daniel Murphy and his bat are fitting in nicely in D.C.. MLB.com's Tim McMaster chats with Nationals reporter Bill Ladson to spotlight Murphy's Opening Week, check in about Jayson Werth's early struggles and discuss whether or not there's reason to be concerned about Gio Gonzalez.

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An apple a day is supposed to keep the doctor away. MLB.com's Tim McMaster and Nationals reporter Bill Ladson break down a few keys to success for the Nationals, like keeping the team healthy and a consistent bullpen.

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Can Bryce Harper win the NL MVP for a second year in a row? MLB.com's Tim McMaster finds out why Nationals reporter Bill Ladson thinks Harper has a shot with a better roster around him, why the Nationals want Trea Turner to be seen and heard on the field, and who's looking to make a bold statement in 2016.

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What's been the most valuable lesson Jayson Werth has learned coming from an athletic family? Nationals reporter Bill Ladson caught up with the outfielder to find out the best advice his mom gave him growing up, how it feels to get back on the field and how helpful Davey Lopes will be at first base.