Analysis | The Nationals can no longer pretend that everything is okay
Briefly

Washington Nationals' manager Dave Martinez publicly criticized elements of the team’s performance, causing surprise and discomfort among players. His comments implied a division between the coaching staff and players, raising concerns about team morale. Despite having young talent, the Nationals have been on an eight-game losing streak, raising questions about their ability to emerge from rebuilding. The team’s lack of recent success is attributed to poor player development and management, leading to fears of another sell-off of veteran assets.
A dam broke at Nationals Park on Saturday afternoon when Dave Martinez lost his cool.
The Nationals are, in short, stuck in a mud years in the making, stirred by apathy in ownership, a prolonged drought in player development...
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