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District Territory

Foul Territory Network
Washington Nationals
CJ Abrams
James Wood
Cade Cavalli
New York Mets
Miami Marlins
Washington Nationals Bullpen
Atlanta Braves
Milwaukee Brewers
Nasim Nuñez
Cleveland Guardians
San Francisco Giants
New York Yankees
The Athletic
Nationals
San Diego Padres
Baseball
Daylen Lile
Los Angeles Dodgers
Foster Griffin

The Athletic’s Spencer Nusbaum and Eric Shellhouse (The Bat Boys) join forces to launch District Territory: A Washington Nationals podcast. Hear unique insight and unfiltered Nats analysis all year long. They’re looking for a “Curly W” each episode! Subscribe on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts! Part of the Foul Territory Network.

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The District Territory crew talks about the top baseball movies ahead of the World Series. Well, talk may be a stretch. One host has seen them, and the other... has not. Talking through Moneyball, Rookie of the Year, A League of Their Own and The San... more

The Nationals will need to make some external adds to the bullpen in free agency, but the hot stove won't be the only way their bullpen could get better. The District Territory crew talks through the internal options for Washington, including big-lea... more

The Washington Nationals will enter this winter with approximately $57.3 million on their books, almost $25 million less than any other major-league team. There should, then, be savvy moves available to augment last year’s 77-85 roster. Otherwise, th... more

The District Territory crew talks about their ideal starting pitching fits this winter for a national rotation that could use some dependability and certainty, including guys like Max Scherzer, Shota Imanaga, Robbie Ray, Clay Holmes, Matthew Boyd, Kr... more

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Recent Guests

Kevin Franzen
Representative from the Washington Nationals
Washington Nationals
Episode: What the Nationals can learn from the best teams in baseball
Spencer Nusbaum
Guest/analyst providing in-depth Nationals insights
The Athletic
Episode: What could help the Nats have a winning record in 2027
Liam Holland
Co-host of Bat Boys; content creator
Bat Boys Baseball
Episode: Hot takes, bold predictions, and previewing the Nationals 2nd half
Kevin Frandsen
Former Nationals player turned analyst
Washington Nationals
Episode: Nationals Bats Breakout in a Giant Weekend Series at Arizona
Ryan Zirman
Broadcast booth contributor / in-booth analyst
Washington Nationals
Episode: Nats split final 2 against Mets, go to ATL to meet Division Leaders
Kevin Frans
Member of The Washington Nationals
Washington Nationals
Episode: Breaking down the Nationals’ encouraging first month of 2026
Kevin Franssen
Washington Nationals staff member mentioned on air
Washington Nationals
Episode: Nationals mailbag: New tech, revamped farm system, CJ Abrams trade?

Hosts

Eric Shellhouse
Co-host of District Territory; affiliated with Bat Boys Baseball and The Athletic
Spencer Nusbaum
Co-host; Analyst with The Athletic

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • Thanks Spencer and Eric

    You guys are honest and I appreciate it - Thanks for what you say and do

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tim B hosting Orioles content
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love it

    Really solid show with good baseball discussion and analysis. They do a nice job covering the important topics while still making the episodes enjoyable to listen to. I always appreciate shows that can give you more context than just the headlines. Definitely one I’d recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CamW’s takes
    United States2 months ago
  • Audio

    How have we not figured out the audio yet?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Spinnergal
    United States3 months ago
  • Some good, some not so good

    My first podcast review ever because I gotta say something. I love a Nats podcast as much as the next Nats fan, but can someone tell me why Kevin agrees to do this podcast? He sounds miserable the entire time and plays devil’s advocate on EVERYTHING the other two say. The guy’s attitude is insane. And if he could go 5 minutes without being sassy about Nat’s fans and their opinions, that’d be great. I don’t love him as the color commentator on the games but it’s like 100x better than his contribu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    NatsFan2026
    United States3 months ago
  • Informative podcast, edit out “ums” please

    I’m glad the Nats have a beat writer in Nusbaum and he also has a podcast. However, please edit out the “ums.” I enjoy the content, but it’s almost unlistenable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DCNYer
    United States4 months ago

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Narrative quality is strong with insightful Nationals-centric analysis.
Audio quality and occasional guest balance are common critique points.
Consistency and chemistry between hosts are appreciated by listeners.

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#156
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Apple Podcasts
#148
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Apple Podcasts
#234
Canada/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#92
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Inside the revitalization of the Nationals’ once-antiquated farm system
Q: How do they handle defense and offensive development in tandem as the system evolves?
They pursue a moneyball-like approach that prioritizes getting runs on the board while still investing in defense, emphasizing coaching that makes players better in the spots where they can improve most quickly, with catching and positional defense being a major focus alongside offense.
Inside the revitalization of the Nationals’ once-antiquated farm system
Q: What do you attribute the organizational improvement to, beyond new front-office names?
The central idea has been a coherent, data-driven development philosophy, with a focus on confidence-building, clear, actionable coaching, and a consistent, repeatable set of principles taught from the lowest to the highest levels, which has driven year-over-year improvements.
Everything to know about the Nationals trade deadline
Q: Why did the Nationals decide not to trade CJ Abrams, and how does that affect their competitive window and clubhouse culture?
The decision to keep CJ Abrams was about maintaining a core of players who have been integral to the clubhouse and the team's identity, signaling belief in a competitive window and a desire to preserve leadership and culture even as they rebuilt. It reflects a nuanced approach to retooling that prioritizes both present value and long-term cultural continuity.
Everything to know about the Nationals trade deadline
Q: The Nationals have completed their deadline moves. They have acquired nine different arms at the deadline. Spencer, what is your overall grade for the deadline and the big-picture takeaway?
I gave it a B+, leaning toward a soft B, because while the team added pitching depth to strengthen both the big league club and the farm system, the overall impact was tempered by the Fournished end-of-deadline moves and the loss of key players like Luis Garcia Jr. Still, the foundation-building goal was clearly pursued, and the emphasis on acquiring multiple pitchers rather than a single premium asset was a deliberate strategy.
The Nationals are going to buy a little at the deadline
Q: What makes CJ Abrams such a focal point in these trade discussions?
CJ Abrams is a premier talent with a high trade value, but the Nationals have internal depth at infield positions, which complicates whether they'll commit to an extension or move him for long-term assets.

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Frequently Asked Questions About District Territory

What is District Territory about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Nationals-focused show delivering in-depth analysis, roster building, and strategic debate around Washington baseball, with a strong emphasis on player development, organizational philosophy, and salary/payroll considerations. Episodes commonly dissect potential trades, free-agent targets, depth charts, and farm-system progress, often pairing data-driven insights with behind-the-scenes anecdotes. Noteworthy are its cross-episode collaborations and a consistent posture of pragmatic, long-term thinking about how to compete within a constrained payroll while maximizing young talent. The hosts bring a mix of reporting pedigree and fan enthusiasm, making it approachable for both hardcore Nationals followers and broader baseball fans seeking co... more

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