Author: Presidents Race Fan

I am a huge Washington Nationals fan (and partial season ticket holder) whose son fell in love with the Presidents Race from that first day in July, 2006 when big-headed Teddy first came up short. It's wonderful to think that such a fan-friendly tradition could become established in DC so quickly. Who says DC doesn't have great fans? I hope that our chants of "Let Teddy Win!" during the Presidents Race will continue to add fun and excitement to Nationals Park, and help turn more and more young people into Washington Nationals fans. I started letteddywin.com to have fun and help fuel the fan spirit around the presidents race.
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Phillies fan ejected for punching Thomas Jefferson during presidents race

It wasn’t a complete invasion, but busloads of Philadelphia fans were among the 24,875 at Nationals Park Thursday night to see Cliff Lee and Jordan Zimmermann go at it in the final game of the Nationals’ series vs. the Phillies. The notorious boo-birds have earned a reputation for importing disruptive behavior to Nationals Park, and … Continue reading Phillies fan ejected for punching Thomas Jefferson during presidents race

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Nationals release coupon code for 1/2-price tickets

The Washington Nationals have released a coupon code “for Teddy’s fans” good for half-price outfield tickets to games this Friday or Saturday night vs. the Milwaukee Brewers, and for select future games vs. the New York Mets, Florida Marlins, and Pittsburgh Pirates. The online code gets you half-price tickets in the outfield corners ($17 to … Continue reading Nationals release coupon code for 1/2-price tickets

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Teddy commemorates space flight, but is defeated by gravity, and George

Livan Hernandez and the Washington Nationals treated fans to a decisive victory over the Philadelphia Phillies Tuesday night at Nationals Park, evening the team’s record at 5-5 as they kicked off this week’s homestand vs. the Phils and the Milwaukee Brewers. Nationals racing president Teddy Roosevelt rarely misses an opportunity to celebrate history, and as … Continue reading Teddy commemorates space flight, but is defeated by gravity, and George

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Presidents to race Ringling Bros. clowns Wednesday night

When the Philadelphia Phillies come to Nationals Park, the clowns usually follow, and Wednesday night will be no exception. The Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus hits town this week with a 17-show run beginning Thursday at the Patriot Center. To kick off the festivities, the troupe will be in attendance tomorrow night as … Continue reading Presidents to race Ringling Bros. clowns Wednesday night

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Nats offer fan chance to man the presidents race finish line

The Washington Nationals announced their first “insiders night” to be held on April 29 when the Nats take on the world champion San Francisco Giants at Nationals Park. The team is taking entries now through April 15 for the associated insiders sweepstakes, from which winners will be selected to throw out the first pitch, announce … Continue reading Nats offer fan chance to man the presidents race finish line

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New Nationals Park Co-Host Sarah Fraser

Personnel changes in the Nationals Park dugout were the main topic of discussion in the Natosphere this opening weekend, but outside the dugout, another newcomer was introduced to the stadium faithful. Long-time Nationals in-stadium host Clint Khoury has a new partner-in-crime for the NatsHD segments that appear on the Nationals Park scoreboard before and during … Continue reading New Nationals Park Co-Host Sarah Fraser

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Video: Teddy gets his grudge match, but is clotheslined by George and Tom

A day after issuing a challenge to Abraham Lincoln, Teddy Roosevelt got his wish — a one-on-one grudge match vs. Abe on Sunday at Nationals Park. Well, almost. As George Washington and Thomas Jefferson sat on the sidelines, Teddy and Abe bolted from the centerfield gate for their first-ever mano-a-mano presidents race. The two exchanged … Continue reading Video: Teddy gets his grudge match, but is clotheslined by George and Tom

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Presidents race on tandem bikes, Teddy issues a challenge

Fans who braved the cold and volatile weather at Nationals Park Saturday were rewarded with the Nats’ first victory of the season — a dramatic affair that included a hail storm and two weather delays, spectacular defensive plays, heroics, and a rare suicide squeeze. While new regulars Rick Ankiel, Danny Espinosa, and Jayson Werth were … Continue reading Presidents race on tandem bikes, Teddy issues a challenge

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Nats roll out the red, and Teddy falls on wet, cold opening day

It’s fair to say that the 39,055 Nationals faithful who packed the home park for opening day are accustomed to end-of-game suffering. Unfortunately, a near-freezing drizzle forced them to suffer non-stop from Thursday afternoon’s opening pitch. The home team sported a new look for 2011, with six new position players, an improved defense, new home … Continue reading Nats roll out the red, and Teddy falls on wet, cold opening day

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Roll Call covers the presidents race. It must be baseball season.

Opening day is here, and that means people who aren’t obsessed with baseball 12 months a year have started paying attention. Congressional daily Roll Call weighs in today on Teddy’s plight. Who knows? The Nats have promised some surprises for the upcoming presidents race season. Perhaps today they’ll finally Let Teddy Win! Continue reading Roll Call covers the presidents race. It must be baseball season.

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$5 tickets for today’s NatsFest and a chance to race the presidents

If you’ve ever wanted to run against the racing presidents, tonight may be your chance. Fifteen children and five adults will have that opportunity tonight at at Nationals Park. The third annual NatsFest begins late this afternoon to kick off the Nationals home season. Tickets are free for season ticket holders, $10.00 for other adults, … Continue reading $5 tickets for today’s NatsFest and a chance to race the presidents