Today is my birthday! In honor of that, I wanted to write about some of my favourite Nationals players ever. The team was a big part of my life and these players were part of my journey. Here’s the list.
- Max Scherzer
Max Scherzer is definitely my favourite national. His fiery competitiveness and psycho-level competitiveness resonated with me very much. His 2.80 Career Era as a Nut Neither of them hurt them. During No Hitter, 20 Strikeout Games, and his iconic Broken Nose Games, Mad Max was the epitome of the Mound Warrior. I was a pitcher and every time I took the mound, I wanted to be like Max.
2. Juan Soto
The second spot is a bit difficult, but I decided to go with the best pure batsman I’ve seen in DC. I’ve known he’s special ever since I saw him hit his first home run with the Padres when he was 19 while watching games on my phone during a college fair. Seeing his bat was like seeing a master craftsman. There was a beauty in bats that no one else had. Between that and his clutch playoff moment, Juan is in second place. I wish he was longer than DC, but I suck on what he’s seeing now.
3. Ryan Zimmerman
Ryan Zimmerman has been a part of my life since I was five years old. He was a man of a lean age, but he was also able to climb Mountain Top in 2019 as a Grizzle veterinarian. The 2017 season when he turned back the watch was a great pleasure to watch. Watching Mr. National get his ring was one of the best parts of that 2019 victory. Make a statue!
4. Daniel Murphy
He has been here for only 2.5 seasons and not on the World Series team, but Daniel Murphy is one of my favourite Nats. Like Soto, I loved watching him hit. He was on a different level that 2016 season. Murphy was a striking aircraft. I loved the way he went in the reverse on the outside pitch for a base hit and then turned those balls on inside. He was a very special hitter to watch.
5. Wilson Ramos
The fact that he interviewed Federal Baseball may have moved him to some spots, but I loved Buffalo. He was a big character and a big offensive catcher. If he wasn’t injured in 2016, the team really believes they could have run to the Cubs for their money. I loved singing his name in his walk-up songs! My interview with him only made me love him more. Amazing players and great guys.
6. Anthony Rendon
I wrote about my love for Anthony Rendon yesterday, so of course I put him on the list. He is another pure batsman who was delighted to watch. I have never seen a colder baseball player. That way of thinking was a blessing and curse for him. But it was primarily a blessing of DC. In a big playoff moment, he’s the one I want at the plate. The fact that he has been so hated by the baseball world these days makes me want to protect him more.
7. Stephen Strasburg
Having Strasburg and Rendon next door is just right given their miserable contract and the heroes of 2019. To be honest, Strasburg sometimes got on my nerves. I always wanted him to be a competitor, but he was never that guy. But when that was most important, Strasburg always appeared. After Madison Bumgarner, Strasburg is the best playoff pitcher of his generation.
8. Howie Kendrick
Howie is the first player on this list, more of a cult hero than a star. He really only played one full season with DC, but the boys were memorable. Howie was the god of hit machines and clutches in 2019. It’s never going to forget the ball as a foul pole in Game 7 or a grand slam that will eventually overcome the nlds hump. His regular season was totally reminiscent of the year Daniel Murphy, whom he never appeared in.
9. Tyler Clippered
This may be strange, but I loved Clipperd. I took a photo with him once at baseball camp, and it will remain in my room over a decade later. It was symbolic whether he was ready, and he usually got the job done.
10. Jason Worth
Jason Worth’s signature meant so much for the franchise. It wants a bright future for Nut Fans. Wels did a lot to bring DC a culture of professionalism and victory. His Game 4 Homer in 2012 was a national moment. The past few years have been a bit ugly on the field, but Worth is great.
11. Bryce Harper
I liked Bryce Harper, but I never loved him. He actually seems to have been much more likable these days, but when he came out he was certainly a cocky kid. His 2015 season alone requires spots on this list. Blythe always stepped up in the playoffs. He’s a polarizing person, but I’ve always liked him. Baseball needs more of their stars to have an edge like Blythe.
12. Shawn Doolittle
I loved Doolittle both for his quality performance on the mound and his quirky personality. Many baseball players aren’t like him. He really embraced DC and urban culture. After the cruelty of the second half of the 2019 season, he rose to a great stand in a big playoff for the Nationals. They needed him to be in the lockdown division alongside Daniel Hudson, and he was just that.
13. Chad Coldero
Stick to the closer theme, I’ll go here with the Chief. I was too young to fully appreciate him, but I remember loving him as a child. My dad also loved him a lot, so I loved him more.
14. Trea Turner
I was able to see Trea. He was very athletic and smooth with baseball diamonds. It was very exciting to see him explode into the scene in 2016. Every time he had the opportunity to run, it was at the box office. By the end of his time at DC, it was fun to see his transformation from good shortstop to superstar as well.
15. Jordan Zimmerman
I wanted to recreate the Jordan Zimmerman mechanic when I was throwing it in my backyard with my dad. They were so simple, he repeated it every time. He was the definition of his flagship show 2 starter at his best. His no-hit was also an iconic nut moment.
16. Ian Desmond
Desmond was an annoying player at times, but he was a great guy. He always signed the signs for kids like me. Desmond also had a lot to do with the success of the field. His power/speed combination was special when he was in the game. He was striped, but when he was hot, Desmond was great.
17. Michael Morse
The owner of the best Walkup songs in Nats history was Thumper, located in the middle of the Nats lineup. He was a big character and a great hitter. I will never forget “Home run” He hit without bats.
18. Gio Gonzalez
Geo looked like pitcher Ian Desmond. He’s a very good player, but very frustrating. He always had a pitching style that was effective and effective, but not the best to watch. But his 2012 season was magic, and he was a rock in rotation.
19. Kurt Suzuki
His Walking Homer against the Mets To return to Nats history and complete the most insane thing, Suzuki wins the spot. Due to the franchise that doesn’t have a lot of great catchers, Suzuki has brought solid production in both his stints in DC.
20. Alfonsosoliano
Another thing is that Soriano had one of the biggest seasons in Natt’s history, as I was too young and grateful enough. His 40-40 campaign was one of his ages. I have only vague memories of him doing him in RFK, but I love seeing his highlights.
twenty one. Rafael Soriano
I loved how ridiculous he was. Overall untweetness was always hilarious. I’ve never seen him approach or go outside like Soriano did. He always gave me panic attacks, but he actually did work often.
twenty two. Gerald Para
Since 2019, baby sharks have become quite old, but it was a lot of fun while it continued. He was such a charismatic figure and really connected the 2019 team. Parra got a lot of big hits early on with the Nats, keeping a home run especially with the Dodgers. Baby sharks will never be forgotten.
twenty three. Roger Bernadina
Don’t forget the original shark. He and Michael a Taylor were the perfect fourth outfielders. A great defender who can hit well. Bernadina’s Game victory catch For the Astros, it’s one of the best plays I’ve ever seen national makeup.
twenty four. Craig Stanmen
I’ve always had a soft spot for Craig Stanmen. He was always one of their nameless heroes who had just done his job. It’s always solid, but there were no headings. I felt very sick when the Nats hit four straight home runs from him in 2019 while they were with the Padres.
I hope the next time I do this list, people like Mackenzie Gore, James Wood and Dylan’s crew will make the list! As I enter the New Year, I am very grateful to the federal baseball community and I love being able to create content for you!
