2009 Washington Nationals MLB Preview:
The Washington Nationals had the worst record in Major League Baseball in 2008, so there is no where to go but up in 2009. Nationals Manager Manny Acta will count on Adam Dunn, Elijah Dukes and company to get things done. If Washington does get some momentum going expect big crowds to come out to beautiful Nationals Park to see this team compete.
WASHINGTON NATIONALS INFORMATION:
Founded: 1969
Location: Washington, D.C.
Stadium: Nationals Park
Conference: National League
Division: East Division
Rivals: Baltimore Orioles
Notable Players: Gary Carter, Tony Perez, Vladimir Guerrero
The Washington Nationals play baseball in the East Division of Major League Baseball's National League. The franchise was founded in 1969 in Montreal, Quebec as the Expos. The team saw little success other than in their 1994 season, when the Expos had the best record in the league before the season was cancelled because of a strike, which kept the team from playing a postseason. The situation was devastating for the team and the fans, and many feel that it contributed most to the team being relocated to Washington in 2005. The Nationals have recently spent time and money upgrading their minor league teams and cultivating young talent. With injury problems in recent years, the team should have a healthy roster and be ready to play.
The Washington Nationals will play their home games starting in 2008 at the brand new Nationals Park on the Anacostia River in southeast Washington, D.C. The park will hold more than 42,000 baseball fans. Fans at Nationals Park will have views of the Capitol Dome from many of the seats. It should be an awe-inspiring setting for a young franchise representing the nation's capital. Buy Washington Nationals tickets today and don't miss a team on the rise!
See Also:
Washington Nationals Playoff Tickets
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