After winning the division for the first time in over a
decade, Washington’s playoff run ended in the first round. After taking an
early lead on an experienced playoff tested opponent, DC fell apart defending their
home field. Washington got to this point riding a rookie of the year candidate
who was barely on the depth chart to start the season. Their prized recent free
agent even contributed down the stretch despite missing the middle of the
season. Even the big trade which involved mortgaging future prospects for one
player worked out, since he was an All-Star this season. DC was all a buzz,
with increased attendance, record TV ratings and even a popular Twitter hashtag. Now
their former champion coach must field questions during the off-season second
guessing his handling of their star player’s injury down the stretch and what
might have been in the playoffs.
Wait, I was talking about the Nats.
Either way, despite the rough playoff exits for the Redskins and Nationals, the future is bright for both franchises.
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