It's Time

On my first trip of the year to visit Nationals Park on Saturday, I noticed a few things that the television can tell you. For one, it felt like a playoff game between the Nats and Cincinnati Reds, in the middle of April on a Saturday. As Edwin Jackson pitched his way to a complete game 2 hitter, the crowd came to life. During the 8th inning as he walked from the on deck circle to the batter's box, the fans erupted. And even as he struck out, he received a standing ovation on the way to the dug out. His complete game came at a very important point in the young season. The two prior games in the series the pens had to to pitch extra inning games. So the arms in the bullpen were a bit over used, and Jackson saved their arms with his gem. These things have combined to show the dormant DC fans are ready for a winner. I fully believe a sell-out every game is possible this year. Looks like a new Philly has been born. Welcome to Nats Town.