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Nats Chat

by Mark Zuckerman & Al Galdi, Blue Wire

A Washington Nationals podcast offering recap and analysis after every game, plus all the breaking news throughout the year. Hosted by Mark Zuckerman of natsjournal.com & Al Galdi, host of "The Al Galdi Podcast". For sponsorship opportunities, contact Tim Shovers at natschatpodcast@gmail.com.

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PODCAST PARTY FRIDAY OCTOBER 2ND

Tim gives a quick reminder about the end of season Podcast Party on Friday night October 2nd at Walter's Sports Bar in Navy Yard. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz compa

Oct 1
2 min

Chaparro Homers Twice in Final Win

The Nats ended the season on a high note with a 6-4 win over the Mets on Sunday afternoon.  Mark & Al gather after the Nationals 77th victory of the year; 11 more than in

Sep 28
46 min

Smooth Outing for Early in Saturday Defeat

The Nats lost 7-1 on Saturday afternoon to the visiting Mets, but it a was successful game in the larger picture. Mark & Al leadoff with the news that James Wood was vote

Sep 27
33 min

Gray's Save Cements the Mets in Last Place

Friday was busy one at Nationals Park as it began with a Cade Cavalli press conference and ended with a 7-6 win over the Mets.  Mark & Al begin with Josiah Gray, who earn

Sep 26
41 min

Nuñez Steals the Record in Afternoon Victory

The Nats took the series with a 4-2 victory on Wednesday afternoon in Detroit.  Mark (From Comerica Park) & Al examine the team wrapping upits road campaign with a winnin

Sep 24
38 min

Abrams Goes Deep Twice in Detroit Win

The Nats topped the Tigers 3-1 on Tuesday night behind a pair of homers by CJ Abrams.  Mark (From Detroit) & Al begin with four rookie pitchers combining to preserve the

Sep 23
29 min

Shaky Start for Herz in Defeat

The Nats lost 9-2 in Detroit on Monday night as we are in the final week of the season.  Al & Tim begin with DJ Herz, who struggled in his first Big League start since Se

Sep 22
35 min

Blown Save #42

The Nats fumbled an 8th inning lead and lost 5-3 on Sunday afternoon in St. Louis. Al & Tim cite the familiar bullpen refrain as they extended their MLB record for most b

Sep 21
33 min

Nats Outlast the Cardinals in the 11th

The Nats prevailed in St. Louis 8-5 on Saturday night in a four-hour affair that lasted 11 innings. Al & Mark convene after Washington grabbed their sixth win the past se

Sep 20
34 min

Cavalli Gets an Extension and a Win on Friday

Friday was a great day for the Nationals as it began with Cade Cavalli signing an extension and it ended with a 9-1 win in St. Louis.  Al & Mark  dive right into the deal

Sep 19
49 min

13 Walks Issued in a Shutout Loss

The Nats four-game win streak was halted by the visiting Phillies on Wednesday night. Al & Mark recap the 3-0 loss; which was low lighted by the bullpen issuing a stagger

Sep 17
42 min

Lile's 3-Run Blast Extends the Winning Streak

The Nats win streak extended to four-games with another comeback victory on Tuesday night. Mark & Al dig into the 6-3 victory over the visiting Phillies, who are now five

Sep 16
31 min

8th Inning Rally Sweeps the Angels

The Nationals rallied from a 4-2 deficit in the bottom 8th to prevail with a 6-5 win over the Angels on Sunday afternoon.  Mark & Al discuss Washington sweeping the worst

Sep 14
28 min

Nats Battle Back to Walk it off in the 10th

The Nats blew a late 4-run lead but ultimately emerged victorious on Saturday afternoon over the Angels.  Al & Tim examine the 6-5 walk-off victory after Harry Ford's com

Sep 13
39 min

Cavalli Whiffs 9 Angels in Comeback Win

The Nats snapped their seven game losing streak on Friday night as they rallied past the Angels 4-3 in Navy Yard. Before Al & Mark dig into the dramatic bottom of the 8th

Sep 12
37 min

A Winless Trip to California

The Nats were swept by the Padres on Wednesday for their 7th straight loss.  Mark (From San Diego) & Al jump right into the reality that is an 0-6 road trip in Southern C

Sep 10
37 min

Record-Setting 38th Blown Save

The Nats bullpen set a dubious MLB record in Tuesday night's 5-4 loss to the Padres.  Mark (From San Diego) & Al examine the bullpen implosion that occurred in the bottom

Sep 9
39 min

Crews Homers in San Diego Loss

The Nats are now 0-4 on their West Coast road trip as they lost 3-2 on Labor Day afternoon in San Diego.  Mark (From Petco Park) & Al convene after Washington lost for th

Sep 8
32 min

Record-Tying 37th Blown Save

The Nats yet again coughed up a late lead as the tied the 2024 White Sox for the most blown saves in a season. Mark (From Dodger Stadium) & Tim recap the 7-5 loss in Los

Sep 7
29 min

Blown Save #36

The Nats fell 6-5 on Saturday night in L.A. for their 17th road loss in their past 19 games.  Mark (From Dodger Stadium) & Tim begin with another failed top of the 9th ra

Sep 6
35 min

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The Commanders also have a couple of good shows, but I think Nats Chat is the best of those covering DC sports teams. Al and Mark offer a great blend of mature analysis and inside information that is unfortunately lacking in other DC team podcasts.

I Love Democracy · Apr 2026

Excellent podcast. Highly informative and entertaining. Access to radio calls is great. Al and Mark are wonderful, as is Tim. Look forward to it every day. Sad when there is an off day. Their ability to tuen out such high quality every day is amazing. Never miss a show!!!

post lover · Sep 2025

Got back into baseball and love this podcast. My favorite by far! It’s a must listen because I learn so much. Mark & Al give facts, statistics and then informed opinions. Highly recommend a listen.

RaRa DMV · Aug 2025

The Nats Chat podcast is a great way to follow the Nats! Mark and Al cover every game with excellent insights, as well as developments off the field and in the front office. Also enjoy hearing the occasional Nats minor league updates from the local radio announcers. Thanks, Mark and Al for an excellent podcast all Nats fans should enjoy!

NDinMD · Aug 2025

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