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Skip to comments.Palins people: The rise of Rick Warren and the mega-church Bible Belt.
Posted on 07/25/2010 11:49:46 PM PDT by 2ndDivisionVet
"Everybody sing ee-oo," declaims the clean-cut thirtysomething at the front of the vast auditorium. Ten thousand Californian voices respond. Over a backing of soaring power chords, the soloist launches into an ecstatic, 1980s-style anthem: "If you're alive and you've been redeemed,/Rise and sing, rise and sing."
Pastor Rick Warren, America's most important religious leader since Billy Graham, emerges from the wings, wearing jeans and a short-sleeved shirt, a trimmed CEO beard and a little more weight than his doctor might recommend. When he speaks, his words are as warm as the Orange County sunshine: the homily is a practical one, advising fathers to pay their children more attention. On gigantic television screens, Jesus on the cross tells John to look after His mother when he dies.
This talent for presenting simple biblical lessons for a suburban age is behind The Purpose-Driven Life, Warren's book detailing his 40-day plan for "Christian living in the 21st century", which is on the shelf of almost every evangelical household in the US. It has become one of the bestselling non-fiction hardbacks in American history, turning the pastor into a sort of spiritual Oprah, with trademarked books and podcasts and appearances at Wal-Mart. Warren's face has been on the cover of Time; and he was chosen to offer the prayers at Barack Obama's inauguration.
Warren set up Saddleback Church in 1980, selecting the location - Lake Forest, a suburb of McMansions and shopping malls - for its transient but growing population. That first Easter Sunday, 200 attended; Saddleback has since grown into a sprawling, 120-acre campus with an average weekend attendance of 22,000. Once, the stereotype of evangelicals as Southern, rural and poor might have been true. Now, they are far more likely to be college-educated, upwardly mobile professionals.
Sixty miles south of Los Angeles, Saddleback is one of the mega-churches (those with at least 2,000 congregants) that make up the stretch between LA and San Diego known as the "southern Californian Bible Belt". In its grounds, information booths carry maps directing visitors to several white marquees that offer different styles of worship; there are burbling crystal fountains and a baptismal pool that looks like it belongs in an upmarket spa. The teenagers' area, meanwhile, is deliberately scuffed-looking. It contains a big wall display on Aids in Africa - the issue over which Warren has had his greatest impact on evangelicals.
Aids has largely either been ignored by American evangelical churches or treated as a punishment from God. Warren's views are closely aligned with those of the conventional religious right in many areas - in 2004, he said that stem-cell research was "non-negotiable" and compared abortion to a "holocaust".
Yet, a year earlier, he had attended a church conference in South Africa with his wife, Kay. She was recovering from cancer and was keen to adopt a big cause. "So we went out to this little village and found this tent church," he has said. "It had 50 adults and 25 kids orphaned by Aids." He has since joined the Bono/Bill Gates philanthropy club, despatching 7,500 volunteers from Saddleback to developing countries. "I'll work with anyone to stop Aids - Christian, Muslim, Jew, atheist," he says. "That really makes the fundamentalists mad."
Fresh blood
When I visit his office at Saddleback, David Chrzan, Warren's chief of staff, says that the media are looking to appoint Warren as the fundamentalist-in-chief. "But Rick would say outright that he's not the leader of the religious right. He doesn't want to be," Chrzan says. "The bottom line is that everyone needs a saviour - Republican, Democrat or Tea Partier.
Over the past two or three decades, the church became so associated with the Republicans. Now, people are saying: 'Hey, we are for the church - we are not just two-issue people interested in homosexuality and abortion.'" In a 2005 survey of evangelical pastors, 51 per cent said that their congregation was predominantly conservative. By 2008, depressed by Bush's unpopularity in his final years, that figure had fallen to 33 per cent.
There is little evidence that evangelicals are any less agitated about abortion, stem-cell research or gay marriage. But since the recession, moral issues have dropped down the priority list. At Saddleback, too much government, not too little, is blamed for California's disastrous financial state. "Government got greedy," a pastor in Ray-Bans and a leather jacket tells me, "and started taxing business too much."
Most members seem to whistle the old tunes of the right even as they display new-found concern for Africa's dispossessed. Like the Tea Partiers, they are as dismissive of many long-serving Republicans as they are of Democrats and echo the call for "fresh blood" in Washington. "If Palin becomes a viable candidate, they might see her as one of their own - an evangelical person who might get to the White House," warns Scott Thumma of the Hartford Institute for Religion Research.
So progressives who predict the defanging of the Christian right should remember that we have been here before. Ten years ago, a former heavy drinker who had found Jesus ran for the presidency, promising a compassionate and consensual brand of evangelical politics.
We all know what happened next.
Is this commie on the Journ-O-List list?
As to the article, I thought it was strange. Palin was in the title but was only mentioned by name *once*. It's a hit piece, and rather behind the times.
The long-term trend is not towards large "mega-churches" but away from them. There are three current changes that are taking place.
1. The majority of small and mid-size churches, at least 80%, are declining.
2. Large churches are growing somewhat, but it is more due to slick services and marketing and is being funded by heavy reliance on debt.
3. The house movement is growing exponentially, and is mostly unseen. People drawn to house churches are looking for a sense of belonging and community, what they have not found in either their lives or in traditional "building" churches.
I am called to start a church. I used to dream of having a large church. I now realize that a church isn't a building; it's the people. And it wouldn't have been mine to "have" - the church belongs to Jesus. And large churches don't help build fellowship, they are ego-builders for the staff. So I've tossed every plan I had for a big building, and I'm even considering not having a building at all.
My advice to mega-churches: Get very serious about training your people. A church that is a true teaching church will survive the downsizing trend that is coming. Many churches will remain shallow, and will close their doors.
IIRC, she's Assembly of God, not an Evangelical. Cowboy Churches are a huge trend down here in the South, especially in Texas, but not limited to it.
Have you looked at metal buildings? They seem less expensive but sturdier than "conventional" stick built. Modular buildings are another option.
Such churches teach a supranational Christianity; that Christ is above all nations and thus Christianity can't be branded to any particular Earthly constitutional construct.
I think they understand this country, but they'll argue that Christ's mission has a higher priority than country. Warren's church is said to be veering dangerously close to a "social justice" type of ministry, yet he still angers folks left and right. As long as he does that, he may be doing something right.
Warren stopped being relevant when he used himself as a tool for Obama....
The last church will look like the first church. It will meet in homes, be based in the Hebrew Biblical truths and have the power of the Holy Spirit indwelling clean holy vessels, so that the same power which killed Ananias and Sapphira, will be evident in this remnant church. That is the direction the Father is leading towards.
A wee bit of truth here...
The media and the left lumped all blacks individuals into a faceless group and appointed Jesse Jackson, the Black Caucus, etc, their mouthpiece. Now no conservative black voice will be tolerated. Any racial news will be framed by the NAACP and nobody else.
The media and the left lumped all women into a group and appointed the feminazis their mouthpiece. For years no conservative female voice would be heeded. All issues of gender were then framed by the feminists.
The media and the left lumped all muslim Americans into a group and appointed CAIR as the sole mouthpiece of muslims. Now no one but radical islamists who've learned to be politically savvy can be heard. When any islamic terrorist makes the news, CAIR is ALWAYS called in to discuss the issue, and it gets the job exclusively. No other muslims need apply.
The same goes for "Hispanics" , a group manufactured from a diverse field of individuals some citizens, some legal immigrants waiting for citizenship or seeking work, and some illegal, whose voices are all drowned out and replaced by the only voice the media will recognize- illegal immigrant advocates.
The media now seems to want to lump all Christians into this megachurch so the voice of American Christianity will be heard exclusively from Warren. No others need apply!
The only things Warren is doing right are selling books, and feeding his congregation spiritual cotton candy. I despise him and those like him. Joel Osteen comes to mind.
Oh I didn't say I totally support him; the title of his Book..."The Purpose Driven Life" strikes me cold. A better book for him to have written might have had as its title, "The Christ Yoked Life"( as in "my yoke is easy, my burden is light")
Assembly of God members are evangelical in their outlook and focus. And some of AOG churches are huge almost megachurch in their member ship as well.
So, this is how lefties across the pond see Mr. Warren, and by association American evangelical Christians, and of course those nasty "fundamentalists". Interesting. They really have no clue.
A lot of big churches are going to small group services during the week that replace the functions of sunday school and the smaller social functions that sunday schools can provide. The churches are large enough that folks get lost in a crowd so they want to provide "a connection" so that needs can be met on an individual level.
The leaders of these groups get some training and are commissioned by the pastor and deacons and are "overseen" to make sure individual groups don't go off on tangents and be undone by unorthodox teaching. Sometimes the church pastor has a message he is working on and he'll suggest to the 'cell leaders" passages of scripture to be studied prior to the "big message" onSunday when all the members gather.
This I think is what will be the model when big buildings and overt public worship starts to get attacked and taxed out of existence. Pastors and deacons will still have jobs to do in keeping the "smaller groups" together...like the apostles and the lesser disciples and later called teachers who would visit the early house churches to teach and to deal with spiritual issues that would arise in these churches.(The epistles give testimony to this). You had a "church" of some big city in the early days, but this church had many house groups spread out in the city obstensibly to mitigate the effects of persecution. There would be occaisional big gatherings and a visiting apostle or teacher would come to expound on the gospel as the spirit leads. The latest Letter or epistle might also be read and shared amongst all the groups in that city.
Churches need not have big imposing structures to be viable, they can be somewhat amorphous with the leadership being flexible in their operations. Will there be expressions of Holy Spirit power of the same strength as what was evident in the early church? The early church apostles had that power but not everyone who was saved had the Holy Spirit express himself thru one in that way. Individuals had specific gifts they were given, but not all healed, not all taught, not all prophesied. Many spoke and prayed in tongues but Paul had to warn them not to do so in a way that would bring confusion, but to keep it private unless there were translators who could translate what was being uttered. Above all, Paul preached Love, without which tongues and teachings would be nothing but "crashing cymbals". I think if these "new churches" concentrate on love of God and Love of neighbor, the rest of what God will do to empower these churches will follow like "a mighty rushing wind" or a "still small voice".
I have learned that if God chooses you to build a fellowship and someone else comes in with their own agenda, don't play Mr. Nice Guy. As I said I could write a book on what I learned.
Sarah would do well to stay away from Rick Warren, imho.
"a church isnt a building; its the people"
"The last church will look like the first church. It will meet in homes"
I have no idea what the "last church" will be like. If it happens to be a house church, I think that would be fine. Certainly that is the way the church started, meeting in homes. However, since it was the custom for Christ to teach in synagogues I don't think that God frowns on congregations owning a building either.
We repeat that exact phrase all the time at our meetings!!
We meet in a school building.
Relationships are key; it sometimes seems difficult in our transitory society....
The danger of Home churches not sponsored by a larger church umbrella are what you just described. Wolves can creep in and without oversight from elder deacons and the pastor...boom the group is lost and people scatterred and disillusioned.
So do you answer to an elder board/pastor to keep you from going astray with your two groups? It can be easy to go astray and not know it! You mention the agendas of others, which trusted counscellors keeps a watch on your agenda? I'm not accusing or insinuating anything. The early house churches were self sufficient but were still answerable to the visiting apostles and recognized leaders of the day and some received, when necessary, rebukes and admonishments to discontinue practises which grieved the Lord.
I read an article about Cowboy Churches in "American Cowboy" recently. It was an excellent article - made me wish I was back in Texas, especially since it's just as hot here in NC, now ;-). I think the concept makes very good sense. Jesus was from a hick town, as our deacon mentioned recently, and He was primarily addressing rural people.
We had a Cowboy Priest at my parish in San Antonio; he was from Nixon, iirc, over east a bit from SA. (When Yankees moved in, they'd be confused!)
Sarah Palin and Rick Warren are SO not the same. This journo is confused, big-time.
I attend one of the two largest churches in my county. One of the things that our pastoral staff from the head Pastor down have expounded upon is the need to grow smaller as we grow bigger. IOW, yes we have almost 500 people calling our church "home" but we also have a vibrant small group home Bible study program. These groups are on average about a dozen or so folks and most people I know are in one.
We also have a youth (13 to 24 y/o) group (www.generationchurch.org) that makes up about 1/5 of the overall church. Those kids know how to worship and they love it.
"IIRC, shes Assembly of God, not an Evangelical."
I've been in both churches over the years. I've never noticed a big difference.
However, the term evangelical has been twisted, including by some leftist-leaning churches that are by far more social gospel rather than Gospel of Salvation in Christ.
The term "evangelical" is elastic enough to be useless.
the title of his Book...The Purpose Driven Life strikes me cold. A better book for him to have written might have had as its title, The Christ Yoked Life
It is an amazing group of Believers that number about 250,000 globally but we have no Central base. All of the fellowships, and there are thousands, rely on the Bible and the Holy Spirit for our guidance and direction.
Nope. She attends a non-denominational Christian church. Interesting that when she was a little girl, her mom took her to mass at Catholic churches, but then her mom apparently converted to Pentecostal. Palin left the Pentecostal church years ago because she considered it too extreme for her beliefs.
I would like to see her statement of that about the extreme beliefs, in 2006 she was still communicating with her past Assembly of God Pastor, asking for religious advice.
"The Locusts have no king, yet they march out in orderly bands" Proverbs.
I suspect there are those within this movement you speak of that these groups revere, respect, and take spiritual guidance from...that's the kind of check and balance I was talking about. I suspect also that the in terms of essential orthodoxy(which is to say "the faith that saves us"), the thumprints of this Messianic movement would match that with Baptists, or Assembly of God types, or even Lutheran Church Missouri Synod just to name a few evangelical organizations.
I do suspect that the time is coming for "large organizations" to grow larger by "growing smaller", and that the Spirit has begun to quicken believers in the direction of increased obedience and repentance. One can almost hear Ezekiel prophesying over the dead bones again....
The enemies of Christ can attack large out in the open organizations but cannot root out entirely swarms of smaller church groups. Depending on ones view of end times eschatology, these groups may be operating right up until the revealing of "the son of perdition".
Our fellowships consist of Messianic Israelites
AMEN. I hope she keeps her distance.
Yahshua kept the Sabbath and the Feasts, so we are trying to follow Him. May Yahweh bless all those who seek Him first with His Truths.
Meanwhile just finding a local church to worship in has been an ordeal for many, much more so in these past years. You mentioned 'House Churches' and these go along pretty much unknown. But I recall some have saying that as the that time approaches the true church will go underground. Perhaps these 'House Churches' are the beginning.
The challenge has always been to 'arm the saints' but there are so few today with that ability to instruct as such. A small church in a village in Pa. gave me in six months time the most teaching and instruction, via the Pastor/Teacher than I had received in ten years! For that I grew to love Christ more and far better to uphold the faith to those whose intentions were to tear it down.
Now this Pastor could have easily filled stadiums, He was that good, and I asked him why he chose such a small church rather than preach and teach to the masses. He said, " I need to know the condition of the flock Christ has given me to oversee, I need to know their condition, their growth, and understand what they are learning or not...that is my calling...to arm the saints...you cannot not do that well without also knowing them".
Over the doorway as you leave this small church is a sign which reads..."You are now entering the Mission Field". To see this on the way out of the church was a great reminder of where we are really stepping out into every day.
Thanks in advance for allowing me to share this...some would appreciate more than others I think.
Anyhow, most people try to dismiss these truths and shake their finger at me as a heretic
Since you brought it up, Nicene Creed, yea or nay?
"I would like to see her statement of that about the extreme beliefs, in 2006 she was still communicating with her past Assembly of God Pastor, asking for religious advice."
Is the Assembly of God Church "extreme" in your opinion?
Read the posts a little more carefully.
"I believe in one holy catholic and apostolic church"
Up to this point I am in total agreement with the Nicene Creed. When it comes to defining the church, I part ways with traditional Christianity.
Up to this point I am in total agreement with the Nicene Creed. When it comes to defining the church, I part ways with traditional Christianity.
In what way?
The house of Judah stayed intact known as the Jews today. They are still intact and in Covenant today. Yahshua said He came only for the House of Israel (Matthew 15:24). The last 2000 years Yahshua has been gathering the lost sheep of the house of Israel. We are still the Quhal or ekkelsia.
Jer 31:31 says that the New Covenant will be made with the house of Israel and the house of Judah. Doesn't say anything about a "church." So if you are a New Covenant believer you must be either from the house of Judah or the house of Israel. This is the BIBLICAL PLAN OF THE FATHER, NOT THE DOCTRINES AND TRADITIONS OF MEN.
Get your Bible out cause everything I said has Scripture to back it up. Study to show thy self approved, a workman rightly dividing the Word of God.
Excellent point!
I don't want to be put in a box and labeled. Resistance to that nonsense is not futile!
Thank you!
This sounds a bit like British Israelism, without the "British".
Galatians 3:29 If you be in Christ Jesus you are of Abraham's seed. Seed is sperm in the Greek.
Don't be surprised that folks regard this as heretical.
"do not presume to say to yourselves, We have Abraham as our father, for I tell you, God is able from these stones to raise up children for Abraham."
Mat 15:24 "I was sent ONLY to the lost sheep of the house of Israel"
Luke 1:32 "The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David, AND HE WILL REIGN OVER THE HOUSE OF JACOB FOREVER..."
Hebrews 2:16 "For surely it is not angels he helps, but Abraham's descendants."
I could give many more scriptures to show you Yahweh's Biblical plan starting from Genesis thru Revelation. I could show you how Abraham's seed was scattered into all the nations. Look at Gen. 35:9-12 where Yahweh told Jacob he was going to make his descendants into A NATION AND A COMPANY OF NATIONS.
I'm going to stop now. You've thrown your stone at me but I will bless you and ask the Father to take the scales off your eyes to see His truths He is revealing to those today who have ears to hear and eyes to see. The Roman religion is dead the Hebrew Faith is alive and prospering, but it is a remnant faith that started with Yahshua and will end with Yahshua. There will be twelve gates to enter into the new Jerusalem and over each gate the name of a tribe. There is no church gate...which gate will you walk through. I am an Israelite of the seed of Abraham. Abraham's children are red and yellow, black and white. We come from all nations but we are Israelites returning back to the Kingdom through the Law of the New Covenant written on our hearts. Jer.31:31
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Sam BradfordQB PHI (4) 2 months ago4 Comments
Bradford has separated himself from his challengers for the starting quarterback job, Chase Daniel and Carson Wentz, the Intelligencer reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bradford already had a slight edge in the competition, but head coach Doug Pederson said Bradford strengthened his hold on the job during organized team activities.
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Bradford participated in the Eagles' first OTAs of the season Tuesday, CSN Philly's Dave Zangaro reports.
EDGE Analysis
Eagles head coach Doug Pederson said before practice Tuesday that Bradford is "the guy," according to Zangaro's report. Despite the Eagles' aggressive move in this year's Draft to move up and draft fellow quarterback Carson Wentz, it appears Bradford will enter training camp as the team's primary option at quarterback. If he plays well enough to earn the job, he'll have 16 games lined up ahead of him to prove he's worth a long-term contract in the near future, either from the Eagles or another team.
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Bradford reported to the Eagles' team facility for Monday's voluntary workout, The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bradford missed two weeks of the Eagles' offseason program already due to a reported trade request, but returned to the team's facility ahead of this week's workouts. With OTAs slated to begin next week and no immediate landing place for Bradford elsewhere, the quarterback is expected to participate in Philadelphia's on-field drills while also thawing his relationship with the team this week. That comes as good news for the Eagles, as they've consistently stated Bradford is their desired starting quarterback in 2016, when he could mentor rookie No. 2 overall pick Carson Wentz in the process.
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Eagles head coach Doug Pederson said Bradford is missing out on valuable experience at offseason workouts and meetings, NFL.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Displeased with his team's decision to trade up for fellow quarterback Carson Wentz, the 28-year-old Bradford is skipping voluntary activities while reportedly asking for a trade. Denver was mentioned as a possible destination prior to the draft, but any deal could prove difficult after Bradford signed a two-year, $36 million extension during the offseason. Furthermore, the Broncos selected QB Paxton Lynch in the first round, significantly decreasing the odds that the team would have interest in Bradford. Though seemingly still viewed as the likely starter, Bradford finds himself facing significant pressure, with the Eagles having also signed Chase Daniel to a three-year, $21 million contract in March. With such a crowd in the team's quarterback room, Bradford feels that he's merely biding time in Philadelphia while the team tries to replace him. Although he's correct, it's probably in Bradford's best interest to make peace with the unusual situation.
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Mike Klis of 9News relays that the Broncos reportedly reached out to the Eagles regarding a possible deal for Bradford.
EDGE Analysis
Per the report, which Klis was unable to confirm with the Broncos, the Eagles' asking price was said to be too high. Meanwhile, NJ.com echoes the notion that the Eagles aren't inclined to give Bradford away at this stage, but given that the team is about to acquire another high-profile QB in the NFL draft, we suspect that the trade speculation surrounding Bradford won't go away any time soon. For now, the Eagles continue to maintain that Bradford remains their starter in advance of the 2016 season.
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Bradford was not on hand Monday for the Eagles' latest round of voluntary organized team activities, philly.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Meanwhile, ESPN's Adam Schefter relayed Monday that Bradford has asked the Eagles to trade him, with the QB indicating that he didn't plan to participate in any more optional work with the team. Bradford's stance is motivated by the Eagles decision to trade up to No. 2 overall in this week's NFL draft, where the team is expected to land either Jared Goff or Carson Wentz. For his part, Executive Vice President of Football Operations Howie Roseman maintained that the Eagles view Bradford as their starter in advance of the draft. "I want to reiterate our support for Sam Bradford and go back to our statements last week - that Sam is our starting quarterback," Roseman declared Monday. "His agent and Sam know how we feel about him. These workouts are voluntary. We look forward to seeing Sam again in the near future." In addition to Bradford, the Eagles also roster Chase Daniel -- who signed a three-year $21,000,000 contract with the team in March -- and once the team's future franchise QB is drafted and then signed, there would certainly be a glut of financial resources devoted to the position. Ideally, the Eagles won't have to rush their new QB to the field, but unless Bradford has a change of heart, we suspect that the team might at least consider dealing him (and his hefty contract) to a QB-needy team such as the Broncos, Jets or 49ers.
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Bradford has informed the Eagles that he wants to be traded and will not participate in their offseason program any longer, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bradford's request for a trade comes after the Eagles traded into the draft's No. 2 slot, where they're widely expected to select another quarterback. That situation would cast a shadow over Bradford's starting position, something he evidently wouldn't appreciate after signing a two-year, $36 million extension with the team earlier this offseason. As a result, Bradford hopes to be dealt elsewhere in search of a less contentious starting gig, and will remain away from the Eagles while awaiting a trade.
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Bradford indicated that he is not concerned about the likelihood that the Eagles will draft a quarterback with the No. 2 overall pick in next week's NFL draft, philly.com reports. "I really don't pay attention to any of that stuff," Bradford said following Wednesday's trade that landed Philadelphia the selection. "If it happens, it's something I'll deal with when it happens. But if it doesn't happen, there's really no sense in wasting time or thought or energy on that."
EDGE Analysis
What Bradford is focusing on is that after two straight offseasons rehabbing knee injuries, he'll be a full participant in spring workouts for the first time since 2013. "It's been a long time since I've had just a normal offseason," Bradford noted Wednesday as he embarks on the journey of learning new coach Doug Pederson's offensive scheme. "It's great. It's extra reps, especially learning a new system - being able to go out there today and be able to participate 100 percent, not being limited, to be able to get out there and go through the calls, make decisions. The more reps you get, the more comfortable you become." While it's viewed as inevitable that the Eagles will land either Carson Wentz or Jared Goff next Thursday, NFL.com relays that Eagles executive vice president Howie Roseman is currently firmly committed to Bradford as the team's starting quarterback, with NFL Network's Ian Rapoport putting forth the idea that ideally, the team's franchise QB to be named later won't have to play for a year or two.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport suggests that the Eagles have no plans to try to trade Bradford, despite the team's acquisiton of the No. 2 overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft on Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
While the move all but assures that the Eagles will draft either Jared Goff or Carson Wentz, Rapoport believes that the team is of a mind to create a situation where their future franchise QB "doesn't have to play for a year (or two)." The Eagles signed Bradford to a two-year, $35 million deal back in March, a hefty pay rate that is certainly not in line with the going stipend for backup or mentor quarterbacks in the NFL.
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The Eagles have signed Bradford to a two-year contract extension, NJ.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Per ESPN's Adam Schefter, Bradford's new deal with the Eagles is a two-year, $36 million pact, that includes $26 million in guaranteed money. Bradford, who was acquired in a deal with the Rams in advance of the 2015 season, threw for 19 touchdowns and 14 interceptions in 14 games during his first year with Philadelphia. Now further removed from his second torn left ACL (suffered in August of 2014), Bradford will look to flourish under new head coach Doug Pederson and offensive coordinator Frank Reich, while continuing to build upon his rapport with the likes of wideouts Jordan Matthews and Nelson Agholor, as well as tight end Zach Ertz.


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Nationals Game Notes: April 20 at Miami
Washington Nationals (10-3) at Miami Marlins (4-8)RHP Joe Ross [2-0, 0.60] | LHP Wei-Yin Chen [0-0, 5.56]
Wednesday, April 20 l Game #14 / Road #8 l Marlins Park l Miami, FL
Television: MASN2 l Radio: 99.1 WDCH & Nationals Radio Network
The Nationals erupted for seven runs in the seventh inning of Tuesday night's 7-0 win over the Miami Marlins, with all seven coming on four home run swings in two sets of back-to-back jacks…In the process, Washington set quite a few marks:
· According to the Elias Sports Bureau, no team in Nationals/Expos franchise history had ever hit two sets of back-to-back home runs in the same inning before Jayson Werth-Wilson Ramos and Bryce Harper-Ryan Zimmerman did it Tuesday night…No team in the Major Leagues had accomplished the feat since 2010 when Milwaukee did so vs. Arizona, Aug. 11, 2010.
· It was also, via Elias, the only time in modern MLB history (since 1900) that a team hit two sets of back-to-back home runs in the same inning with one of the longballs being a grand slam (Harper).
· The last time Washington hit two sets of back-to-back home runs in the same game was July 10, 2013; Anthony Rendon-Ramos in the fifth, Zimmerman-Werth in the sixth.
· Tuesday's seventh inning marked the first time in Nationals history (2005-pres.) the club had hit four home runs in a single inning, and the first time in franchise history (Nationals/Expos) since April 29, 1986 against CIN, when Andre Dawson, Hubie Brooks, Tim Wallach and Mike Fitzgerald all went deep…It also happened one other time, July 30, 1978 against ATL, courtesy of Dawson (2), Dave Cash and Larry Parrish.
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And starting all of Tuesday's home run fun was Nationals LF Jayson Werth, whose solo shot with one out in the seventh clanked off the Marlins' home run sculpture in center field, lodged behind a light in the piece of art, broke the scoreless tie and added Werth's name to the 200-homer club.
· With the blast, Werth joined Alfonso Soriano (8/13/2006), Adam LaRoche (4/20/2013) and Ryan Zimmerman (9/02/2015) as the only players to hit their 200th career home run in a Nationals uniform, according to Elias…Zimmerman's No. 201 came later in Tuesday's seventh inning.
Through the first 99 home runs of his young career, Nationals OF Bryce Harper had never hit a grand slam…Thursday, Harper changed that and became the first player in MLB history to record his 100th home run and his first grand slam on the same swing…Harper then went a whole four games (and three more home runs) before recording the second grand slam of his career as his contribution to the Nationals' homer parade, the first of the second set of back-to-backs on Tuesday, cleared the fence in right field with the bags full of Nationals.
· With 20 RBI in the season's first 13 games, Harper now leads the Major Leagues in that category, along with slugging percentage (.867), and his seven home runs are second in MLB only to COL's Trevor Story.
· RHP Stephen Strasburg (who went 2-for-3 in the fifth multi-hit game of his career) has now been on third base for both of Harper's career grand slams.
Through the season's first 13 games, the Nationals' starting pitching staff has worked to a Major League-best 1.98 ERA…Ahead of the Chicago Cubs (2.14) and New York Mets (2.87).
· Nationals' starters have been exceptional of late, having allowed just eight earned runs in their last 56.1 innings, a 1.28 ERA.
· RHP Stephen Strasburg continued his strong start to the season with 8.0 shutout innings over the Marlins on Tuesday…Strasburg struck out 10 batters, his first 10-plus strikeout game of the season and 22nd of his career.
· Since returning from the disabled list on Aug. 8, 2015, Strasburg is 9-2 with a 1.74 ERA in 13 starts…In that span he has held opponents to a .180 average against and struck out 113 batters with just 15 walks (11.56 K/9.0 IP; 7.53 K/BB)…He has allowed more than 2 ER in a start only once in that stretch.
Nationals Game Notes: April 19 at Miami
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Washington Nationals (9-3) at Miami Marlins (4-7)
RHP Stephen Strasburg [2-0, 1.98] | LHP Adam Conley [0-0, 3.86]
Tuesday, April 19 l Game #13 / Road #7 l Marlins Park l Miami, FL
Television: MASN2 l Radio: 106.7 The Fan & Nationals Radio Network
The Nationals suffered just their third defeat of the 2016 season on Monday night in Miami, falling 6-1 and moving their record to 9-3…RF Bryce Harper drove in Washington's lone run with a sacrifice fly in the fifth inning…The RBI was Harper's 16th of the season, tied for the Major League lead (with COL 3B Nolan Arenado).
- Owners of the second-best record in the Major Leagues (.750 winning percentage), the Nationals' fast start has placed them into the record books: The 9-1 start was not only the best in Nationals history (2005-present), but it's also the best in franchise (Nationals/Expos) history, and the best in D.C. baseball history…The 1974 Montreal Expos began the season 9-2 and the 1951 Washington Senators began 9-3…Both teams had held the previous best for the the franchise and D.C. baseball at 7-2.
Nationals 2B Daniel Murphy went 1-for-4 on Monday night to push his hitting streak to 10 games… Murphy has reached base safely in 24 of his 48 plate appearances this season with 17 hits (3 2B, 2 3B, 2 HR), eight RBI and seven walks…He has hit safely in 11 of the 12 games the Nationals have played.
- Murphy leads the Major Leagues with a .415 batting average, is tied for second with a .500 on-base percentage, and ranks fourth with a .732 slugging percentage.
Nationals OF Michael A. Taylor has reached base safely in six of his last eight games (seven starts), and went 2-for-4 with a double, a walk, and a run scored on Monday night in Miami…Taylor also has three multi-hit games in his last seven starts.
- Taylor launched his third career leadoff home run on Friday night when he sent Jeremy Hellickson's second pitch of the game into the left field seats…It was the first game-opening home run for the Nationals this season and keyed a five-run first inning from which Washington did not look back.
Nationals OF Bryce Harper named co-NL Player of the Week
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Following a week in which he hit .346, notched the 100th home run of his career in grand fashion and tied a Nationals record for consecutive games with a homer, Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper was named the co-National League Player of the Week on Monday, along with Colorado's Nolan Arenado.
Harper, who went 9-for-26 (.346), reached base at a .400 clip and slugged .846 for the week of April 11-17. He clubbed one double and four home runs in that span, driving in 12 total runs, walking three times, scoring six times, and stealing two bases. Harper tallied four go-ahead RBI last week, including three game-winning RBI.
It was a week of personal feats for Harper, who also helped the Nationals achieve the best start in franchise history (Nationals/Expos) as they posted a 9-1 record through the season's first 10 games. Harper took a vicious swing on a bases-loaded 1-0 pitch from Julio Teheran on Thursday afternoon and became the first player in Major League history whose 100th career home run and his first career grand slam came on the same swing.
At 23 years, 181 days old, Harper became the eighth-youngest player in MLB history to reach the 100-home run mark, joining Mel Ott (22 years, 132 days), Tony Conigliaro (22 years, 197 days), Eddie Mathews (22 years, 292 days), Alex Rodriguez (23 years, 16 days), Andruw Jones (23 years, 62 days), Miguel Cabrera (23 years, 127 days), and Johnny Bench (22 years, 161 days). Harper was younger than Albert Pujols (23 years, 185 days), Hank Aaron (23 years, 191 days) and Ken Griffey Jr. (23 years, 206 days) when he hit the 100-homer mark.
But that was just the start of a power-filled weekend for Harper, who joined Ryan Zimmerman and Ian Desmond as the only players in Nationals history (2005-present) to eclipse the 100-homer milestone in a Nationals uniform. He followed his 100th longball with three more, setting a new career high and matching a Nationals record with home runs in four straight games. He enters Monday sitting on the precipice of becoming the first player in franchise history to hit one in five consecutive contests.
With home runs in all three games the Nationals played in Philadelphia April 15-17, and dating back to 2015, Harper tied Ernie Banks (1955) as the only visiting players in MLB history to homer in six straight games in Philadelphia.
This is the fourth Player of the Week award of Harper's career after he took home three during his 2015 NL MVP campaign (May 4-10, May 11-17, & Sept. 14-20, 2015), and his first of 2016. It is the 19th such honor for the Nationals organization.
Harper adds to the haul brought in by Max Scherzer (June 15-21 & Sept. 28-Oct. 4), Stephen Strasburg (Sept. 14-20, 2015 & June 7-13, 2010), Jordan Zimmermann (Sept. 22-28, 2014; June 2-8, 2014), Adam LaRoche (Sept. 1-7, 2014), Jayson Werth (June 30-July 6, 2014), Ryan Zimmerman (July 16-22, 2012; Aug. 15-21, 2011; July 30-Aug. 5, 2007), Josh Willingham (July 27-Aug. 2, 2009), Cristian Guzman (Aug. 25-31, 2008), and Nick Johnson (May 31-June 6, 2005) as honorees.
Nationals Game Notes: April 17 at Philadelphia
Washington Nationals (9-1) at Philadelphia Phillies (5-7)
LHP Gio Gonzalez [0-0, 0.00] | RHP Charlie Morton [0-1, 5.23]
Sunday, April 17 l Game #11 / Road #5 l Citizens Bank Park l Philadelphia, PA
Television: MASN l Radio: 106.7 The Fan & Nationals Radio Network
The Nationals pushed their winning streak to seven consecutive games on Saturday night with an 8-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies, improving to 9-1 on the season…Owners of the best record in the Major Leagues, the Nationals' fast start has placed them into the record books:
- The 9-1 start is not only the best in Nationals history (2005-present), but it's also the best in franchise (Nationals/Expos) history, and the best in D.C. baseball history.
- Both the 1974 Montreal Expos and the 1951 Washington Senators began the season 7-2, the previous best.
- The 2015 Nationals' longest winning streak stretched to eight games, which the 2016 Nationals could match this afternoon in Philadelphia.
RHP Max Scherzer continued the Nationals' strong stretch of starting pitching with 7.0 innings allowing just one run on Saturday, making it the fifth straight game a Nationals starter has allowed two earned runs or fewer.
- Through the season's first 10 games, the Nationals' starting pitching staff has worked to a Major League-best 1.93 ERA…The next closest team, the Chicago Cubs, has posted a 2.49 ERA.
- Nationals' starters have been exceptional this last turn through the rotation, having allowed just three earned runs in their last 35.1 innings…Nationals starters have averaged 7.0 IP in this stretch and combined on a 0.76 ERA.
Nationals OF Bryce Harper homered for the third consecutive game on Saturday night, his fifth straight game at Citizens Bank Park with a longball, dating to 2015.
- Harper now has at least two hits and at least one home run in his last five games at Citizens Bank Park…According to the Elias Sports Bureau, Harper joins Jim Bottomley as the only opposing players in modern MLB history (since 1900) to have two hits and at least one home run in five straight games at PHI…Bottomley did so for the St. Louis Cardinals from July 5-9, 1929.
- Also via Elias, Harper is the fourth visiting player to homer in five straight games against Philadelphia, joining Bottomley (1929), Ernie Banks (1955), and current Phillies broadcaster Matt Stairs (2004-07), who came over to the Phillies' side in 2008 and played for the Nationals in 2011…Only Banks extended his streak to six games.
- Harper's current three-game home run streak ties the longest of his career, done three times before, all in 2015 (May 6-9, Sept. 4-6, Sept. 14-16)…Should he homer in Sunday's contest it would be the longest consecutive stretch of games with a home run in his career.
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Nationals Game Notes: April 16 at Philadelphia
Washington Nationals (8-1) at Philadelphia Phillies (5-6)
RHP Max Scherzer [1-0, 4.15] | RHP Aaron Nola [0-1, 3.21]
Saturday, April 16 l Game #10 / Road #4 l Citizens Bank Park l Philadelphia, PA
Television: MASN l Radio: 99.1 WDCH & Nationals Radio Network
The Nationals pushed their winning streak to six consecutive games on Friday night with a 9-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies, improving to 8-1 on the season…Owners of the best record in the Major Leagues, the Nationals' fast start has placed them into the record books:
- The 8-1 start is not only the best in Nationals history (2005-present), but it's also the best in franchise (Nationals/Expos) history, and the best in D.C. baseball history.
- Both the 1974 Montreal Expos and the 1951 Washington Senators began the season 7-2, the previous best.
Nationals RHP Joe Ross tossed 7.2 shutout innings on Friday night, making it the fourth straight game a Nationals starter has allowed two earned runs or fewer, and the third in the last four in which they'd not allowed a run.
- Through the season's first nine games, the Nationals' starting pitching staff has worked to a Major League-best 2.01 ERA…The next closest team, the Chicago White Sox, has posted a 2.37 ERA.
- Nationals' starters have been even sharper of late, having allowed just two earned runs in their last 28.1 innings…Nationals starters have averaged 7.0 IP in this stretch and combined on a 0.64 ERA.
Nationals OF Michael A. Taylor launched his third career leadoff home run on Friday night when he sent Jeremy Hellickson's second pitch of the game into the left field seats…It was the first game-opening home run for the Nationals this season and keyed a five-run first inning from which Washington did not look back.
- The five-run first marked the Nationals' season high for runs in an inning and was the first time the Nationals batted around this year.
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Legacy Fields: Field Renovation Program Starts with Ryan Zimmerman Field
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Although it was rainy and cold, this past Saturday D.C. Little Leaguers and their families gathered with Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman, the Washington Nationals Dream Foundation, District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser and Under Armour for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new Ryan Zimmerman Field at Randall Recreation Center in Southwest D.C.
Ryan Zimmerman Field is the first "Legacy Field" of the Nationals' new field renovation program. Located just a few blocks from Nationals Park, the field will serve the surrounding community by hosting Capitol Hill Little League games and other D.C. youth sports games throughout the year.
Nationals announce 2016 Opening Day roster
The Washington Nationals announced their 2016 Opening Day 25-man roster on Sunday, in preparation for Opening Day on Monday afternoon at Atlanta.
The Nationals' Opening Day roster is comprised of 12 pitchers (nine right-handed pitchers, three left-handed pitchers), two catchers, six infielders and five outfielders. Two players who joined Nationals' Spring Training as non-roster invitees made the club: RHP Matt Belisle and OF Chris Heisey.
Eight of the players on the team's active roster have joined the organization since the end of the 2015 season, and 19 members of the Nationals' veteran-laden 25-man roster have previous postseason experience.
|RHP Matt Belisle
|C Jose Lobaton
|INF Stephen Drew
|OF Bryce Harper
|RHP Shawn Kelley
|C Wilson Ramos
|INF Danny Espinosa
|OF Chris Heisey
|RHP Jonathan Papelbon
|INF Daniel Murphy
|OF Ben Revere
|RHP Yusmeiro Petit
|INF Anthony Rendon
|OF Michael A. Taylor
|RHP Tanner Roark
|1B/OF Clint Robinson
|OF Jayson Werth
|RHP Joe Ross
|1B Ryan Zimmerman
|RHP Max Scherzer
|RHP Stephen Strasburg
|RHP Blake Treinen
|LHP Gio Gonzalez
|LHP Oliver Perez
|LHP Felipe Rivero
Nationals formally announce 2016 Major League coaching staff
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The Washington Nationals announced manager Dusty Baker's full coaching staff on Tuesday, making the additions of bench coach Chris Speier, pitching coach Mike Maddux, hitting coach Rick Schu, first base coach Davey Lopes, third base coach Bobby Henley, assistant hitting coach Jacque Jones, and bullpen coach Dan Firova official.
Speier, 65, returns to the dugout as Baker's bench coach, a role he served for six seasons (2008-13) with the Cincinnati Reds. Speier comes to Washington after gaining experience with six other organizations as a manager, coach or instructor, and after having served as Special Assistant to Reds General Manager Walt Jocketty the last two seasons (2014-15). A member of Baker's staff in Chicago as well, serving as the Cubs' third base coach from 2005-06, Speier spent the 2004 season as bench coach for the Oakland Athletics, coached third base for the 2001 World Series champion Arizona Diamondbacks, and served in the same role for the 2000 Brewers. Speier, who has extensive experience as a minor league manager and coach, played 19 years professionally. The three-time All-Star's career spanned stops in San Francisco, Montreal, St. Louis, Minnesota and Chicago and included three postseason appearances
Maddux, 54, comes to Washington after seven seasons as the Texas Rangers' pitching coach. During his tenure, the Texas Rangers earned four postseason berths, and Maddux was integral in developing many Rangers pitchers. Under his watch in 2015, Colby Lewis ranked fifth in the American League with 17 wins, while Yovani Gallardo's 3.42 ERA ranked 11th. In 2014, his staff ranked second in the American league with 17 shutouts, second-most in Texas history. From 2010-13, the Rangers were one of just five clubs (along with Atlanta, St. Louis, Oakland, and Tampa) to post four consecutive sub-4.00 team ERAs, accomplishing that feat for just the second time in Rangers history (six straight, 1974-79). Prior to Maddux's arrival, the Rangers had not posted an ERA lower than 4.00 since 1990. Over his first five seasons with Texas (2009-13), their team 3.94 ERA was Texas' lowest ERA over a five-year span since 1981-85 (3.92). Maddux joined Texas after six years (2003-08) with the Brewers as pitching coach. There, he oversaw a Brewers staff that ranked second in the NL with a 3.85 ERA in 2008, the lowest mark by a Milwaukee club in 16 years, en-route to securing their first postseason berth in 26 years. Maddux served as the pitching coach for Houston's Double-A Round Rock from 2000-02. As a Major Leaguer, Maddux was 39-37 with a 4.05 ERA in 472 games (48 starts) over 15 seasons with Philadelphia (1986-89), Los Angeles (1990, 1999), San Diego (1991-92), New York Mets (1993-94), Pittsburgh (1995), Boston (1995-96), Seattle (1997), Montreal (1998-99), and Houston (2000).
Schu, 53, returns to the Nationals for his third full season as the Major League hitting coach, his sixth with the organization. Schu, whose resume includes 18 seasons as a hitting coach and a nine-year playing career, oversaw a 2015 Nationals offense that ranked among NL teams in runs scored (3rd, 703), home runs (T3rd, 177) and slugging percentage (5th .403), as well as the emergence of NL MVP Bryce Harper. Schu, who was elevated to the Major League coaching staff on July 23, 2013, began the 2013 season as the Nationals' Minor League Hitting Coordinator, a role he'd been in since 2010. Prior to the Nationals, Schu spent 12 years with the Diamondbacks, including portions of four seasons (2004, 2007-09) as Arizona's MLB hitting coach. Schu hit .246 with 41 home runs and 134 RBI in 580 MLB games with Philadelphia, Baltimore, Detroit, California and Montreal.
Lopes, 70, returns to the Nationals as the team's first base coach, a post he held during the 2006 season. The 2016 season will mark the 30th as a Major League coach for Lopes, who spent the past five seasons in the same position for the Los Angeles Dodgers. A highly-regarded baserunning instructor, Lopes was instrumental in improving the Dodgers' running game. Since 2011, a Dodger has ranked in the top 10 in stolen bases three times, and the 2011 Dodgers posted a 75.9 stolen base percentage, the team's second-best mark since moving to L.A. in 1958. Prior to joining the Dodgers, Lopes spent four seasons (2007-10) as the first base coach and outfield/baserunning instructor for the Philadelphia Phillies, appearing in the postseason all four years and winning a World Series ring in 2008. While with Philadelphia, Lopes coached current Nationals outfielder Jayson Werth, helping him achieve back-to-back 20 stolen base seasons (2008, 2009) and an 88 percent (60-for-68) stolen base percentage. In each of his four seasons the Phillies posted the best stolen base percentage in MLB, including the best mark in MLB history in 2007 (87.9 %). In 2008, the Phillies also led the NL and tied for the MLB lead with 36 outfield assists. Lopes served previously as the first base coach in San Diego (1995-1999 and 2003-2005), Baltimore (1992-1994) and Texas (1988-1991), and skippered the Milwaukee Brewers from 2000-02. A 16-year Major Leaguer, Lopes' playing career included stops in Los Angeles (1972-81), Oakland (1982-84), Chicago (1984-86, Cubs) and Houston (1986-87). Lopes appeared in four World Series, including a World Series Championship in 1981, as well as four consecutive All-Star Games (1978-81).
Henley, 42, returns for his third season as Washington's third base coach and his 23rd season with the Montreal/Washington franchise. Henley, who has coached in the Nationals' system for 11 years, served as the Nationals Minor League field coordinator from 2010-13 and spent four seasons (2006-09) as catching coordinator, as well as manager of the rookie-level Gulf Coast League Nationals. Henley guided the GCL Nationals to a league championship in 2009, posting a 36-19 mark before going a perfect 3-0 in the playoffs. He also served managerial posts in Washington's system with Single-A Potomac (2005), Single-A Savannah (2004) and the GCL Expos (2003). Henley was selected by the Montreal Expos in the 26th round of the 1991 First-Year Player Draft and made his MLB debut in 1998.
Jones, 40, returns to the MLB ranks as the Nationals' assistant hitting coach. A veteran of 10 Major League seasons, Jones most recently worked in 2014 as the hitting coach of San Diego's Triple-A affiliate El Paso Chihuahuas. It was his third season as a coach in San Diego's system after serving the 2013 season in the same capacity with Double-A San Antonio. Jones joined the Padres in 2012 as the hitting coach at Single-A Fort Wayne. Selected in the second round of the 1996 First-Year Player Draft by the Minnesota Twins, Jones enjoyed time with Minnesota, (1999-2005), the Chicago Cubs (2006-07), where he played under Baker, Detroit (2008) and Florida (2008). He hit .277 with 255 doubles, 19 triples, 165 home runs, 630 RBI, 632 runs scored and 82 stolen bases in 1,302 games.
Firova, 59, joins the Nationals after more than 20 years of managing and coaching in the Mexican League. He most recently worked as a coach at the Pericos de Puebla Baseball Academy and for the past two seasons, he managed the Piratas de Campeche, earning postseason berths in 2014 and 2015. Firova's most successful managerial stint came with the Tigres de Mexico City, where he won three Mexican League championships (1997, 2000, 2001) during his eight seasons (1995-2002) as manager. Firova was selected by the Seattle Mariners in the second round of the 1980 amateur draft and made his Major League debut with the Mariners during the 1981 season. He also appeared in the Major Leagues with Seattle in 1982 and Cleveland in 1988. Firova played 13 professional seasons with Seattle, Kansas City, Cleveland and the Chicago Cubs, before joining the Tecolotes de Nuevo Laredo as a coach in 1992.
Asked & Answered: Mark D. Lerner answers fan questions
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By Mark D. Lerner
Vice Chairman & Principal Owner of the Washington Nationals
Thanks so much for submitting your questions this past week. I always enjoy hearing from fans, and have always said we have the best fans in baseball! I plan on sharing on our social channels throughout the offseason, so I hope this will be the first of many conversations!
Let's get right to your questions:
Why haven't you cut Jonathan Papelbon yet? His act was embarrassing to a Nats fan. I will not attend or watch a game until he is no longer on the roster.
I knew this would be the first question, so let me tell you what our thinking is right now. This continues to be a tough one. The incident between Jonathan and Bryce Harper was an unfortunate and unacceptable blow-up between two very passionate players. Luckily, they put it behind them almost immediately. It was probably easier for them to do that because they know each other in a larger context: as teammates who both want to win. I know both players would love to have that unfortunate moment back. We have asked Mike Rizzo to determine what roster best puts us in a position to win a World Series. He will certainly do that based on talent, and what's best for our clubhouse moving forward.
What are you going to do now that Jordan Zimmermann is gone and you might lose Doug Fister? Is Tanner Roark back in rotation? Or Lucas Giolito ready?
We are always looking to improve our starting rotation. The good news is that we have some strong young arms in our farm system that may prove that they are ready to crack the roster as starters. We also have stockpiled enough young talent all around that we have players other teams may want to trade in return for a pitcher or two. I think we are going to have a very interesting and competitive Spring Training in 2016.
Mr. Lerner –
Per Twitter, I am asking a question that my season ticket partner and I have had for years. Is the Curly-W clock in right/center going to get hands again? The clock was such a nice and what seems to be a relatively cheap feature. Also, what about the Curly W in the center field grass? I have read that the answer was due to it damaging the lawn but I am not sure I buy that. I had even put a Curly W in my backyard and tweeted it for encouragement. We have concert stages that leave marks.
I love the clock, too, but there has been an ongoing maintenance issue and I'm sorry to say it looks like it's impossible to fix. I've been told the parts are just not available. It's actually a pretty complicated issue, believe it or not, and we're looking at designs to replace it with something else, no later than the All-Star Game in 2018.
As for the field, I think fans loved seeing the Curly W the same as I did, but players complained about the erratic bounce the ball made off the edges of the design so, of course, the groundskeepers stopped cutting it into the grass. Can't argue with that.
Thank you for taking my question, Mark…It seems as though a strategic error was made last season with the failure to add the necessary pieces to make the playoffs. Mike Rizzo mentioned at the trade deadline that budget constraints were a factor in the decision not to add talent, other than Papelbon, who played at no cost. I can only assume that Scherzer's $210MM salary had a lot to do with limiting the available budget, and you have his salary on the books for another 13 years. What is being done to allocate the necessary funds to on-field talent this year to avoid a repeat of last season? Thank you.
We will never go crazy on spending for spending's sake, but I think we have a proven history of smart spending on talent we believe will help us win now and in the future. That really is our test at this point. We are constantly looking for ways to get better, and we ask Mike Rizzo and his staff to make honest assessments about the value of the talent available.
Will the Lerner family be willing to sign high profile free agent(s) this season?
I think the fans know we will never be shy about spending money and will never rule anything out. These types of investments — and they are truly that — are large-scale decisions that have to be taken on a case-by-case basis. But to close yourself off from any of those investments with a blanket statement wouldn't be prudent, or in the best interest of the team. We have great trust in our baseball operations department and the guidance they provide, and we won't close any doors.
The Nats refreshed the team's uniforms several years ago. I personally feel the set has been a success for the most part, but also could be improved in some ways. How do you feel about them? Do you see any enhancements/additions in the future, or are you content with this set?
It's funny, now anywhere I travel I run into folks wearing Nationals team merchandise – Curly W caps, jerseys, T-shirts. I think we have developed a pretty popular logo and brand. We are open to alternate designs down the line, but currently we are sticking with what is proving to be popular.
Can we have the interlocking "DC" return as a home/away alternate and is it possible to sell the uniforms and caps with the interlocking "DC" logo in the team store?
We are open to alternate designs, but don't have any current plans to change the uniforms next season. I'll share your request for the interlocking DC logo to be made available in our stores with the retail team!
I was born in D.C., raised in Prince George's County, MD. I still live in P.G. till this day. I, like most D.C. area baseball fans, were forced to follow the Baltimore Orioles until we finally brought a team back here to our metro area. It's frustrating to see the Baltimore Orioles post up billboards in P.G. County (BW Parkway right at the D.C. border, and 301) as if to claim the area as their own territory simply because it's in the state of MD. P.G. County is a part of the D.C. area, as is Montgomery County, and has no connection to the Baltimore area other than it happens to be in the same state. My question is- What are you doing to continue establishing your territory on the MD side of the D.C. metro area? It just feels like we get less attention than the VA side of the DC area. There should be a lot more presence here. This is all Nats country. O's country stops in Howard and Anne Arundel counties.
As a fan who grew up in the Maryland suburbs, I know how strong our fanbase is there. Believe me, we are going to keep growing our brand throughout Maryland and the entire DMV. We are working to develop innovative ways to reach and keep those fans. Keep your eyes open and I think you will see some additional presence through our community relations and marketing.
Any big changes/new developments you are working on at Nationals Park?
We're always working on enhancing the fan experience – from concessions to giveaways to seating options. Last season we created the private clubs within the ballpark, K Street boxes and Club 24, unveiled the Lansinoh Lounge for nursing mothers and hosted Jose Andres' Pepe food truck – to name just a few. We have some great things being developed during the offseason, but I wouldn't want to ruin the surprise!
What's being done about security at Nats Park. I want to feel safe at the ballpark. The security staff seems as though they don't take their job seriously.
I disagree with your assessment. Our security is second to none. Most of the comments I've gotten about security – both from the perspective of friendliness as well as professionalism – have been very positive. If you have specific instances, you should alert the organization immediately using the in-park text messaging system. Our staff is very well-trained and we are vigilant about providing the best and most effective public security possible, as well as the best game-day experience.
Seriously, you should have interviewed me for the skipper job! What women do you have in your team execution group? You need us! I am available if price is right!! #womentowinworldseries
I am proud that the Washington Nationals have one of the best records in professional sports when it comes to hiring. We currently have more women working in executive positions in our front office than not only any other in Major League Baseball, but than any other team in professional sports in America. I do think we will begin to see more women breaking into baseball operations departments throughout baseball, and we will see women assuming high ranking jobs on the field.
Can you share your feelings regarding last season? The thank you letter to fans at the end of the season said "Our desire to do better – to be better – burns stronger than ever." What do you view as the biggest issue that contributed to the disappointing season?
Our family's goal is to bring a World Series back to Washington. We strive to be a playoff-caliber team every year. We were disappointed that we weren't able to be that last season. But we are moving forward to next season and are excited to usher in the Dusty Baker era. We have put into place several other significant changes, too, from hiring a new coaching staff to restructuring our medical team and we're hopeful that the 2016 season will be a great one.
Why won't the Nationals pay to have Metro run late for evening games?
We've consistently said that as a world-class city – and the Nation's Capital – D.C. needs to have a world-class public transportation system and that includes an extended hours schedule like every other major American city. Currently our fans contribute millions of dollars and thousands of hours a year to WMATA traveling to and from games during our 81 home games. That usage should be reflected in extended hours.
The construction scheduled for the new spring training facility is very ambitious. How confident are you that you will be able to meet the goal to open in time for 2017? And what is the plan if it can't happen in time?
This is going to be such a wonderful complex for our team, our fans, and the Palm Beach community. We're really excited for this new chapter for our organization and are happy to have such wonderful partners in the Astros organization. The new facility will feature Major League-size practice fields, minor league-size practice fields, batting cages and pitching mounds. The stadium itself will significantly improve the fan experience with 6,400 ticketed seats and 1,250 ticketed berm seats, as well as suites, party decks, concession stands, team store, a picnic area and outfield attractions. The Palm Beach location also has lots of flights to and from D.C. and features expanded hotel and restaurant options. It is an aggressive timetable. Our organization, and the Astros and our contractors are very aware of what needs to be done. The local governments and our new neighbors have been great and are engaged in working to meet the deadline to open our doors to fans for 2017's spring training.
Why do you believe Dusty Baker is the right man for the job?
There was unnecessary confusion and misinformation during the hiring process because of so many false reports. We were thrilled to bring Dusty on board. He is a fantastic addition to the team and we are incredibly excited to see what he will bring to the clubhouse. He brings nearly 50 years of professional baseball experience with him – he is among the winningest managers in baseball history. He has deep postseason experience, both as a manager and as a player – and has produced seven postseason teams, including five division championships. He'll help create a clubhouse focused on winning and he's a lot of fun to be around. We think players and fans will really connect with him.
Many people have pointed out that MLB has had very few African-American managers. What are your thoughts on how baseball can become more diverse at all levels?
Diversity at all levels helps make the game better. We support MLB's efforts to enhance diversity within the management ranks and believe it is important. We're proud to have Dusty. Dusty is the best person to be our manager right now. Period. Of course, we are also proud that our most recent coaching hires have made us more diverse.
I see that NatsFest has been expanded to two days and now has a winter theme. Why did you make these changes and how will NatsFest be different this year?
We think everyone will really enjoy the new and improved WinterFest experience! Two days – December 12 and 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the DC Convention Center – with new winter-themed games and photos with Santa – and old favorites like the Kids Press Conference, Player Story Times and autograph sessions. Dusty Baker will be attending, as well as players. Tickets are available at nationals.com/NatsWinterfest – $30 for adults and $20 for children 12 and under. Tickets can also be purchased at the door for $35 for adults and $22 for children 12 and under.
We heard from fans that the one-day only model was difficult given how busy families are during the holiday season. Expanding to two days gives our fans more options. We also looked at the calendar and realized that given the timing, it made sense to incorporate a winter theme along with fan favorites from previous years.
Mr. Lerner,
Your manager just made dismissive comments about allegations of domestic violence allegedly perpetrated by a former player of his. My question: what are you planning on doing about it, knowing that silence or a vague non-apology is not acceptable?
The Nationals and MLB take domestic violence very seriously. We support the policies the league has put into place regarding this issue. Dusty gave the eulogy less than a year ago at Darryl Hamilton's funeral, whose death was tragically a result of domestic violence. He has personal experience with domestic violence, and seen the repercussions of it to those very close to him. He was in no way condoning or trivializing the allegations. Dusty was sharing his personal impressions of Chapman based on his experience managing him for the Reds, and commenting on the man he knew then. He has clarified that his hope was that Chapman, the Chapman he knew, had not committed the reported acts of violence.
The Nats had great success and overwhelming crowd participation when Take On Me was played during the 7th-inning stretch. Now, it seems it's hard to get much involvement and participation has dwindled. Why is Take On Me no longer played and will you ever bring it back to the 7th-inning stretch?
Thanks for this question. We've heard from many fans that they would like a larger variety of songs incorporated into the game experience, so we've experimented with different things. We're working on what will be played next season and appreciate your feedback!
Given Wednesday's announcement by MLB regarding proposed netting guidelines, what sections will be impacted at Nationals Park?
We take the health and safety of our fans very seriously. We've been told by MLB that our current netting meets the standards proposed this week.


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Bills placed OT Chris Hairston (ankle/foot) on the active/PUP list.
ESPN Texans reporter Tania Ganguli reports DeAndre Hopkins is upset with his contract and has decided to hold out of training camp.
Bears signed OLB Willie Young to a two-year extension through 2018.
Aaron Rodgers is working to build chemistry with his young receivers, especially Jeff Janis.
ESPN Ravens reporter Jamison Hensley issued a "fantasy alert" for fourth-round WR Chris Moore.
Raiders signed GM Reggie McKenzie to a four-year extension through 2020.
Bills GM Doug Whaley said the "lines of communication are open" between the team and walk-year QB Tyrod Taylor.
Markus Wheaton said he is not sure what his role will be following the year-long suspension to Martavis Bryant.
Redskins first-round WR Josh Doctson (Achilles') said he felt good after his first day of rehab.
Patriots RBs coach Ivan Fears said he wants to see more consistency from LeGarrette Blount.
Anquan Boldin worked with the first-team offense during the first practice of Lions camp.
Mark Sanchez was benched at Broncos practice on Friday after throwing a bad interception.


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Kneeling Attendants Return to Cambodia
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA—The two statues known as the Kneeling Attendants have returned to Cambodia after nearly twenty years at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. They are thought to have been taken from the Koh Ker Temple in Siem Reap during the civil war of the 1970s, and were donated to The Metropolitan Museum in pieces between 1987 and 1992. The statues were welcomed home by government officials and Buddhist monks. "It was a great privilege to be able to show works of Khmer art in New York, but we are also very pleased to see these pieces rightfully returned to Cambodia," said Maxwell K. Hearn, head of the Asian Art department at the museum. The Kneeling Attendants will reside in Phnom Penh's National Museum.
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