About this episode

Andy discusses the USA's World Cup campaign and reflects on a historic grand slam between the Nationals and Padres.

Andy eulogizes the USA's World Cup campaign and the other soccer action. (17:27) 5 years ago today, the most improbable grand slam ever between the Nationals and Padres. (38:09) Mike Rizzo on the Nationals success this year. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday.  For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com . To join the conversation, check us out on twitter @ESPN630DC and @andypollin1 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Andy Pollin

Topics covered

• World Cup
• soccer
• Nationals
• Padres
• sports news
• grand slam
• Mike Rizzo

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: USA, Nationals, Padres, ESPN 630 DC, Cumulus Media Washington

Places: Washington

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