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Podcast: Locked On Nationals - Daily Podcast On The Washington Nationals
Episode: ABS MISUSE: The Washington Nationals HAVE To Be Better At Challenges, James Wood Struggles
Description: Washington Nationals show promise despite falling to the Philadelphia Phillies, with Andrew Painter’s dominant pitching debut raising questions about future matchups. Is James Wood’s recent slump a cause for concern or just growing pains under the Nationals’ new data-driven regime? Ryan Clary explores whether strategic adjustments can unlock Wood’s star potential and what his mechanical struggles signal about the lineup’s approach.
Key topics include Joey Wiemer’s streak at the plate, the Nationals’ bullpen management, and the learning curve with baseball’s ABS challenge system. Previewing the highly anticipated pitching duel between Cade Cavalli and Cy Y...