Before we examine the NL East managers and benches, I want to take the time to savor the pending opening of Nationals Park, the Washington Nationals new ballpark, scheduled to host its first regular season game this Sunday, March 30, 2008. The stadium looks breathtaking, poised to become a beautiful Washington landmark. I want to sit back, sigh and say “ahhh” thinking of the joyful summer nights there with my friends and family.