WASHINGTON – Opening Day is finally here, and big things are expected from the Washington Nationals after last year’s NL East-winning performance.
WTOP’s Craig Heist caught up with manager Davey Johnson and some of the Nats players for their take on last year, this year and more.
Listen below:
Davey Johnson on how he’s different as a manager compared to when he helmed the Orioles 16 years ago:
Center fielder Denard Span on what he brings to the table for the Nats:
Left fielder Bryce Harper on if other teams are gunning for the Nats:
Third baseman Ryan Zimmerman talks about the challenge of getting back to the playoffs:
First baseman Adam LaRoche on how what the Nats experienced last year should help them this year:
Shortstop Ian Desmond on being in the tough National League East:
Pitcher Stephen Strasburg on the importance of starting the season well:
Pitcher Gio Gonzalez on learning from the loss to the Cardinals last year in the playoffs:
