Apr 25, 2012 | Washington Nationals
Zimmermann does it all as Nats top Padres
Jordan Zimmermann helped his fellow starters break a team record, and the Nationals' offense came alive in a 7-2 win over the Padres in the second of a three-game series Wednesday at Petco Park.
Keep in mind -- amidst all the glow of optimism from spring training -- that the Nationals lost 95 games in 2004 for a reason: They weren't very good.
Trading for a Jay? Good bet you'll make the playoffs
Compared to other major pro sports in North America, major-league baseball has forever been proud of its inclusiveness with all franchises and their ability to advance to the post-season, without benefit of a salary cap.
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