A memorable Opening Day for Nats

WASHINGTON — Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper accepted his National League rookie of the year award just before the season opener, then immediately set his sights – and his bat – on more prestigious accolades. Harper hit booming homeHighlighted by landmark performances from young superstars Clayton Kershaw and Bryce Harper, Monday had a little bit of everything and reminded us why we love this game so much. The performance of the day was turned in by Kershaw, the Dodgers aceMarch 29, 2013; Washington, D.C., USA; Washington Nationals center fielder Bryce Harper (34) singles in the first inning against the New York Yankees at N.The second homer, a no-doubter off Ricky Nolasco in the fourth inning, can be seen in the video above. And here's the first one, another rocket from the bottom of the first:In front 45274 fans in the nation's capital, Bryce Harper came

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