We can’t say there is any doubt anymore: The Washington Nationals is Stephen Strasburg’s team. He is the Commander and Chief, a general who climbs clay and pebble, takes the mound and his teammates follow behind him bearing their standard. “Look, there stands Strasburg like a stone wall! Rally behind the First Brigade, men!”

“When Strasburg pitches, we elevate our game. We have to because he is our horse,” outfielder Willie Harris said.

Maybe the Nats should hand latex Strasburg masks out to the rest of the rotation. Then maybe they could get some love too.

Strasburg led the Nats to a 8-5 victory Wednesday night (sorry, I worked all day yesterday in the bush so I am behind on posts) pitching five-innings, giving up three runs on seven hits and striking out seven. For the second game in a row the Nationals offense put up at least seven runs and ended the Nationals losing streak at four games.

Refreshing. Absolutely refreshing and becoming more expected. Strasburg has saved the Nats asses more times than Mario has saved Princess Peach. Federal Baseball has a nice little overview of Strasburg putting the breaks on losing streaks. And why not? Whether he is ready for the responsibility or not, this is Strasburg’s team and he will do what he wants with it. Technically, for the first time since baseball made it’s way back to D.C. in 2005, Washington has a true Washington pitching ace that instills confidence not only in his teammates, but the fan base as well.

As Strasburg exited Wednesday’s game, he was taunted by a Reds fan.

Strasburg left the game after Cairo’s hit and showed emotion after he walked toward the dugout. According to [Willie] Harris, a Reds fan was taunting Strasburg, who then said, “Look at the scoreboard.”

No need to, Stras. We know you got it. We believe in you.

–In Brief Relief

Livan Pummels – Livan “Orville Redenbacher” Hernandez pitched the 49th complete game of his career and Adam Dunn and Roger Bernadina both went yard in the Nats 7-1 over the Cinncinati Reds yesterday afternoon and latex Strasburg masks weren’t even required.

Phillies Fans Suck – According to Ben Goessling, the Nationals are taking steps to prevent a complete take over of Nats Park by the bum rabble from Philly during the upcoming series against the Phillies. Stan Kasten is sulking in the corner because no one likes his friends.

A Flying Donkey – As it says… a flying donkey. With all the Adam Dunn trade speculation, I’ve had this story on my computer screen for days now looking for an opportunity to use it. Ta-da!

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