Washington Nationals Bullpen Meltdown Continues | Bryce Harper Walks Off Nats Again | Is It Time for Paul Toboni to Make a Trade?

The Washington Nationals had another golden opportunity slip away, and once again the bullpen couldn't hold the lead. In this episode of the Nats Minutecast, we break down the Nationals' devastating sweep at the hands of the Philadelphia Phillies, another late-game collapse, Bryce Harper's game-winning home run and his reaction to the Nationals Park crowd, and why the bullpen has officially become the biggest obstacle between Washington and a legitimate Wild Card run. We also discuss whether President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni can afford to wait until the MLB Trade Deadline to upgrade the bullpen, why the offense and starting rotation deserve better, and what comes next as the Nationals head out on a critical road trip. In this episode: The Nationals' bullpen reaches a breaking point. Bryce Harper delivers another crushing blow to Washington. Blake Butera sends a strong message to his relievers. Should Paul Toboni trade for bullpen help before the deadline? Can the Nationals stay in the National League Wild Card race? Previewing the upcoming road trip against the Orioles and Red Sox. This episode is brought to you by SeatGeek Whether you're heading to Nationals Park or your next concert, comedy show, or sporting event, SeatGeek has you covered with great prices and an easy-to-use interactive seat map, so you know exactly what you're buying before you check out. Use promo code MINUTECAST to save $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase. This episode is also brought to you by Righteous Felon Craft Jerky Fuel your day with bold flavor and premium, high-protein craft jerky from Righteous Felon. Whether you're watching the Nationals, hitting the road, or looking for the perfect snack between meals, Righteous Felon delivers handcrafted jerky made with top-quality ingredients. Visit Righteous Felon and use promo code MINUTECAST at checkout to save 15% on your order. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.