Nationals Pitchers' Spring Training Updates

0:00For the Washington Nationals, it's March 10th, here's what's happening. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an update. I got a chance to chat with several Washington Nationals pictures in their spring training locker room this morning. They shared updates on their all-season routines and early progress. Brad Lorde is sticking to his usual throwing program, now fully backed by the team without his old home depot shifts. Jake Irvin has made bigger adjustments with the new coaching staff. And Drew Smith is building back after Tommy John's surgery. Zach let's tell surprise everyone by showing up, even though his signing is not official yet. He was thoughtful in our talk, and once the deal is done, more details will come out. These guys emphasize close coordination with the team's plans, which keeps everything on track for the season ahead. Irvin highlighted fun collaborations with the new staff, and noted his velocity is trending up from recent bullpins. He's added a sweeper to mix things up, and wants to blend his full pitch mix to challenge hitters more. That kind of strategic thinking shows real gross potential.

1:03Drew Smith, now a 32-year-old on a minor league deal, finds himself as one of the veterans in a young clubhouse. He likes the fresh energy compared to his met stays, and has shown scoreless outings already. Still, he's not at full pre-surgery strength, and is tweaking pitches like a slower slider. Overall, the vibes are positive in West Palm Beach, with these pitches ramping up steadily. Gordon Irvin looks steady while smithing the tell ad depth. Keep an eye on how they build through spring. This episode is brought to you by our sponsor, See the episode description. Your favorite podcasts, music, or sleep sounds coming from your pillow. No earbuds, no distractions, just listen and relax. S-O-L-I, solely pillow.com.