The Washington Nationals, with the worst record in baseball (as well as the worst team ERA in baseball) took a somewhat decisive step this week by firing pitching coach Randy St. Claire. The file photo on St. Claire screams more struggling door-to-door salesman than a man ready to handle a major league rotation. As pointed out by a much taller friend, St. Claire’s presence bears a striking resemblance to Gill from the Simpsons.

After allowing 308 runs so far this season it was only a matter of time. No timetable has been set on the departure of Nats manager Manny Acta.