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Episode 67, Segment 3 -- Keith Law covers the MLB for The Athletic and joined Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier on 106.7 The Fan to talk about the Nationals addition of Dylan Crews, and take a look back at the haul from the Juan Soto trade that took place just about a year ago.

Episode 66, FULL SHOW -- As the 2023 MLB Draft has come to an end, the Washington Nationals got their guy. LSU's star Outfielder Dylan Crews was selected by the Nats with the #2 overall pick, and the fans and the organization couldn't be more ecstatic for the new slugger. Grant and Tobi look ahead to what the addition of Dylan Crews means for the organization's plan, and predict what level he will...

Episode 66, Segment 1 -- As the 2023 MLB Draft has come to an end, the Washington Nationals got their guy. LSU's star Outfielder Dylan Crews was selected by the Nats with the #2 overall pick, and the fans and the organization couldn't be more ecstatic for the new slugger. Grant and Tobi look ahead to what the addition of Dylan Crews means for the organization's plan, and predict what level he will...

Episode 66, Segment 2 -- The Nationals have been lauded for the top of their 2023 MLB Draft class as they snagged 3 of the top 40 ranked players in their first three picks. Grant and Tobi breakdown what to know about the latest additions to the Nationals farm system and highlight some of the most intriguing picks from the later rounds.

Episode 66, Segment 3 -- The Nationals had two representatives in the MLB All-Star Futures game to kick off the All-Star Week festivities, but it was Brady House who put on a show in all facets to introduce him to the national baseball world. Grant recaps his experience seeing James Wood and Brady House at the All-Star Futures game, as well as his time at the Homerun Derby. Then we close out this...

Episode 65, FULL SHOW -- We're just days away from the 2023 MLB Draft, where the Nationals hold the 2nd overall pick in the 1st round. But with the Pittsburgh Pirates ahead of them, who will remain on the board for the Nats to choose from? Grant & Tobi breakdown all the possible options, including LSU RHP Paul Skenes, LSU OF Dylan Crews and Florida OF Wyatt Langford (2:00); Grant and Tobi get...

Episode 65, Segment 1 -- We're just days away from the 2023 MLB Draft, where the Nationals hold the 2nd overall pick in the 1st round. But with the Pittsburgh Pirates ahead of them, who will remain on the board for the Nats to choose from? Grant & Tobi breakdown all the possible options, including LSU RHP Paul Skenes, LSU OF Dylan Crews and Florida OF Wyatt Langford.

Episode 65, Segment 2 -- Grant and Tobi get a detailed breakdown of what to expect at the top of the first round of the 2023 MLB Draft as Senior Writer for Baseball America, Kyle Glaser (@KyleAGlaser on Twitter) joins Bustin' Loose Baseball. Kyle explains why he thinks the Nationals may ultimately end up with their choice of either LSU stars as the Pirates may not take either at number 1 overall.

Episode 65, Segment 3 -- Grant provides information on how the 'Bonus Pool Allotment' works in the MLB Draft. Plus, final thoughts before the MLB Draft this weekend.

Episode 64, FULL SHOW -- The Nats have their 2023 All-Star! RHP Josiah Gray takes his talents to Seattle as he'll represent the Nats following a strong start to his 2023 season. Grant Paulsen and Tobi Altizer breakdown Gray's 2023 season so far, and assess why OF Lane Thomas wasn't selected to join Gray for the All-Star game; MacKenzie Gore unraveled in his last start versus the Phillies following...

Episode 64, Segment 1 -- The Nats have their 2023 All-Star! RHP Josiah Gray takes his talents to Seattle as he'll represent the Nats following a strong start to his 2023 season. Grant Paulsen and Tobi Altizer breakdown Gray's 2023 season so far, and assess why OF Lane Thomas wasn't selected to join Gray for the All-Star game.

Episode 64, Segment 2 -- MacKenzie Gore unraveled in his last start versus the Phillies following a mental error in the field. Grant & Tobi discuss how Gore's recent inability to remain calm will require growth from him to continue to push forward in the front of the rotation, and how this compares to early starts in Stephen Strasburg's career. Plus, a preview of the upcoming homestand versus...

Episode 64, Segment 3 -- The Nationals newly named All-Star RHP Josiah Gray joined Grant & Danny on 106.7 The Fan on Monday to discuss what it was like when he received word that he was selected to his first career All-Star game. He also recaps his improvements that led to his strong first half of the 2023 MLB Season and more!

Episode 63, FULL SHOW -- It's been a great week for two of the Nationals top prospects, as both OF James Wood and 3B Brady House were selected to represent the Nationals in the MLB All-Star Futures Game. To cap off their week thus far, both hit home runs for their respective Minor League affiliates on Thursday evening. What's the outlook for the two rising stars as they continue to ascend through...

Episode 63, Segment 1 -- It's been a great week for two of the Nationals top prospects, as both OF James Wood and 3B Brady House were selected to represent the Nationals in the MLB All-Star Futures Game. And to cap of their great week so far, both hit home runs for their respective Minor League affiliates on Thursday evening. What's the outlook for the two rising stars as they continue to ascend t...

Episode 63, Segment 2 -- The Nationals 2019 1st Round Pick, Jackson Rutledge, has had an outstanding start to his 2023 campaign. His recent performance has earned him a promotion to Triple-A Rochester after posting a 3.16 ERA across 12 starts for Double-A Harrisburg. Rutledge joins Bustin' Loose Baseball to detail his journey through the Nationals system.

Episode 63, Segment 3 -- The Nationals conclude their long road trip as they begin a three game series against the Philadelphia Phillies this weekend. Grant and Tobi give their thoughts ahead of a series featuring the Nats top three pitchers taking the mound. Plus, we read your reviews on the podcast!

Episode 62, FULL SHOW -- Grant Paulsen returns from a trip to Winston Salem, where he details his visit of Wake Forest University's Baseball facilities (3:00). Then, Grant and Tobi dive into the continued success of OF Lane Thomas, who appears destined to represent the Nationals in the upcoming MLB All-Star Game. But will Lane Thomas remain a member of the Nationals after being named an All-Star?...

Episode 62, Segment 1 -- Grant Paulsen returns from a trip to Winston Salem, where he details his visit of Wake Forest University's Baseball facilities. Then, Grant and Tobi dive into the continued success of OF Lane Thomas, who appears destined to represent the Nationals in the upcoming MLB All-Star Game. But will Lane Thomas remain a member of the Nationals after being named an All-Star?

Episode 62, Segment 2 -- As the College World Series concludes, and the MLB Draft is right around the corner, draft experts are shuffling their boards with rumors swirling that LSU Pitcher Paul Skenes could be jumping into the number 1 slot. Grant & Tobi discuss the latest movement at the top of the draft board.

Episode 62, Segment 3 -- With talks of the Nationals potentially getting one of the top Outfielders in the 2023 MLB Draft, fans wonder if there's any such thing as "too much" depth at one position. But Grant and Tobi point out with the struggles of some of the Nats young prospects, that there is no such thing as too much depth. Plus, Tobi provides an incredible stat from MacKenzie Gore's recent st...

Episode 61, FULL SHOW -- Thursday's make up game versus the Arizona Diamondbacks was entertaining in more ways than one despite the 5-3 loss. Manager Davey Martinez gets the most out of his first ejection of the year, and Pitcher Jake Irvin makes a 2nd consecutive impressive start. Grant and Tobi go over what made Davey lose his composure (2:00), how recent time off benefitted Jake Irvin (8:00), a...

Episode 61, Segment 1 -- Thursday's make up game versus the Arizona Diamondbacks was entertaining in more ways than one despite the 5-3 loss. Manager Davey Martinez gets the most out of his first ejection of the year, and Pitcher Jake Irvin makes a 2nd consecutive impressive start. Grant and Tobi go over what made Davey lose his composure, how recent time off benefitted Jake Irvin, and why Riley A...

Episode 61, Segment 2 -- LSU's Star Pitcher Paul Skenes impresses again as the LSU Tigers continue their run through the College World Series. Grant and Tobi breakdown his latest 8 inning, 120 pitch performance, and try to determine what the plan would be for Skenes if he is available to be selected by the Nationals at number 2 overall in next months MLB Draft.

Episode 61, Segment 3 -- Grant and Tobi spin around the Nationals Minor League system, spotlighting bright performances from Jackson Rutledge, Andry Lara, Brady House and Jarlin Susana. Plus recent struggles from Robert Hassell III and Elijah Green.