The Nationals were topped 3-1 at Tampa Bay for their 3rd straight defeat. Mark & Al pinpoint the moments where the offense underwhelmed again, including the nearly impossible to believe stat where the team is hitting .145 with the bases loaded this season. They give their reactions to the unconventional decision to hit Kyle Schwarber leadoff. Plus, should Josh Bell have been sent home in the 7th on the Harrison hit?

(17:23) Jon Lester did not give up many runs, but didn't even last four innings. Al puts in perspective at how constantly taxed the bullpen is as Max Scherzer is the only pitcher to eat up frames. Is there any good answer to this quandary?

(25:47) We end this episode with happy topics to cleanse your palate. Cade Cavalli made a major leap in Baseball America prospect rankings. What's the next step for the star pitching prospect? 

(29:37) Luis Garcia was named AAA East Player of the Week on Monday. Our listeners very much want him to be called up for good. Do Al & Mark see that in the near future?

(32:47) Tuesday marked 11 years since Stephen Strasburg's unforgettable MLB debut where he struck out 14 Pirates. The hosts share their memories from that nationally televised evening at Nationals Park. Does he have a shot at making a Hall of Fame push in the later portion of his career?
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