Stephen Strasburg Set to Retire; Nats Win in NY, Lose Stone Garrett; Barry Svrluga Reflects on Strasburg's Impact

Episode 79, FULL SHOW -- News broke on Thursday afternoon via Barry Svrluga of The Washington Post that Nationals World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg will retire next month at Nationals Park. While many expected that Strasburg could retire due to various battles with injuries, the news comes down on what has already been a big news week for the Nationals. Grant & Tobi reflect on the highs and lows of the illustrious career of the Nationals 1st Overall pick in 2009, Stephen Strasburg; The Nats start their long road trip with yet another series win as they take 2 of 3 from the New York Yankees. But it came at a price as OF Stone Garrett left game 2 of the series with a serious leg injury that left his teammates and fans devastated for him. Grant & Tobi look back at the scene from Wednesday night. Plus, new rumors are swirling around league circles revolving Mike Rizzo being connected to open positions with the Chicago White Sox front office. Could Rizzo really choose to leave DC for Chicago?; Barry Svrluga of The Washington Post broke the story that Stephen Strasburg is set to retire. He joined Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan on Thursday to reflect on the impact that Strasburg had on DC Sports, and Professional Baseball in the Nation's Capital. Plus, final thoughts from Grant & Tobi after a busy news week for the Nats.