In the quest for increased visibility and revenue, baseball teams are tapping into an unusual resource: their furry mascots.
Recently, broadcaster Alexa Datt and trainer Jacqueline Cheshire were spotted with Natty before a game at Nationals Park. This move aligns with the Washington Nationals’ broader strategy to boost engagement.
Just over a week before the trade deadline, Paul Toboni, the Nationals’ president of baseball operations, discussed recent trade activities. On this particular morning, the acquisition of Connelly Early was a focal point at Nationals Park, where Toboni addressed various questions from the home dugout.

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