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Todd Dybas

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Todd Dybas was a sports writer for the Washington Times.

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Washington Nationals outfielder Brian Goodwin was removed before the top of the ninth inning in the first game of a split day-night double-header on Sunday because of groin tightness despite scoring on Anthony Rendon's home run an inning earlier. Goodwin's departure was more precautionary due to the growing list of injuries this season. (Associated Press)

Unlike in 2015, Nationals surviving injury bug this season

There was only one question in between games Sunday that was pertinent to the first game of a split day-night doubleheader. Outfielder Brian Goodwin was removed before the top of the ninth inning. Michael A. Taylor, who had been on the disabled list for a month, replaced Goodwin. Nationals manager Dusty Baker was asked why.

August 15, 2017
Washington Nationals' Anthony Rendon (6) celebrates his two-run home run with Brian Goodwin (8) during the eighth inning of the first baseball game of a split doubleheader against the San Francisco Giants, Sunday, Aug. 13, 2017, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Nationals keep cruising despite injuries

According to one metric, the quality of injured players lost this season in Washington is higher than it was in 2015. Yet, the Nationals are dominating their division and en route to the playoffs.

August 14, 2017
Washington Nationals manager Dusty Baker, top, stands on the field as Bryce Harper, bottom center, receives attention after he was injured during the first inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants, Saturday, Aug. 12, 2017, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Bryce Harper says he will be back this season

The Nationals' star right fielder was relieved to find out he only has a bone bruise following Saturday night's ugly fall at first base. His timeline for a return is unclear, though he vows to be back this season.

August 13, 2017
Expediting entry is one of the goals for Capital One Arena. Fans have often complained about lines jutting out toward F Street. (Associated Press) ** FILE **

Verizon Center now Capital One Arena in D.C.

New signs, shorter lines and a better overall experience — that's what the name change at the Verizon Center turned Capital One Arena will mean for fans, Ted Leonsis promised Wednesday.

August 9, 2017