The 11th Inning with Kolko & Zim
Nationals Broadcaster, Dan Kolko, and Mr. National himself, Ryan Zimmerman, welcome their friends from around the league and beyond to talk Nats baseball, the world of sports, and more.
If you have a question for Kolko or Zim or an upcoming guest, send us an email at 11th.inning@nationals.com
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Episodes
Episode 16: Nationals Manager, Blake Butera
Nationals Skipper Blake Butera talks about his baseball journey, his plans for the Nats young talent, and becoming a father on the same day he accepted his new job.
Episode 15: President of Baseball Operations, Paul Toboni
Kolko and Zim chat with new President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni about his vision for the team, his philosophy on coaching, his time as a college baseball player, and more. Plus, a look back on the 2025 season and Zim answers a fan’s question about where number 11 came from.
Episode 13: Mental Performance Coaching with John Lannan, fantasy football, and more!
Kolko & Zim chat about baseball’s month of great and fantasy football; plus, former National John Lannan talks about how his time as the Nats Opening Day starter prepared him for his role as the Toronto Blue Jays Mental Performance Coach.
Episode 12: Bob Carpenter
Zim & Dan discuss MLB Expansion and Nats TV legend Bob Carpenter joins to chat about his career and the origin of his infamous ‘See you later!’ home run call. Plus, the Nats youth movement, Cade Cavalli and Dylan Crews' leadership, best MLB food cities and more!
Episode 11: Hall of Fame Sportswriter Thomas Boswell
Hall of Fame Sportswriter Tom Boswell shares memories about DC with and without baseball, the improbable 2019 World Series run, and the art of building relationships in the clubhouse as a writer.
Episode 10: Nationals Alumni Tyler Clippard & Drew Storen
Dan and Ryan catch up after the All-Star break including sharing details from Ryan’s MLB’s Home Run Derby X Event win, and former Nationals pitchers Tyler Clippard and Drew Storen join to talk baseball, bourbon, and friendship.
Episode 9: Adam Eaton & Brian Dozier
Kolko & Zim discuss James Wood’s walk record, baseball in DC on the 4th of July, & World Series Champs Adam Eaton and Brian Dozier join to reminisce about the 2019 improbable season.
Episode 8: Chef, Restaurateur, and Humanitarian José Andrés
Dan and Ryan talk about the MLB All-Star experience and guest Chef José Andrés shares why he loves DC, the Nationals, and sings a little karaoke.
Episode 7: Adam LaRoche
Former National Adam LaRoche reminisces with Zim and Kolko about growing up with baseball, the role of family in his life, and the ever important nap.
Episode 6: Best-selling author & columnist George Will
Award-winning columnist and best-selling author George Will shares stories about his love of baseball, its history, and impact.
Episode 5: Jayson Werth
Nats legend Jayson Werth talks Kentucky Derby, Nationals memories, and life after baseball.
Episode 4: Caps Legends Oshie & Backstrom Talk Playoff Hockey
Caps legends T.J. Oshie and Nicklas Backstrom talk playoff hockey and swap stories about winning championships in DC.
Episode 3: Baseball, The Masters, and MD vs. VA with guest Scott Van Pelt
Hosts Dan Kolko and Ryan Zimmerman discuss Torpedo bats, the start of the Nats season, and have a fun chat with Maryland native and ESPN Sportscaster Scott Van Pelt about The Masters and DC sports.
Episode 2: Opening Day & Guest Mark DeRosa
Hosts Dan Kolko and Ryan Zimmerman discuss Opening Day and are joined by MLB Network’s Mark DeRosa.
Episode 1: Season Kick-Off & Guest Sean Doolittle
Hosts Dan Kolko and Ryan Zimmerman discuss the Washington Nationals upcoming 2025 season from Spring Training and welcome their first guest ever, 2019 World Series Champion and Nationals Pitching Strategist Sean Doolittle.
Bios
Dan Kolko is in his 14th season covering the Nationals and his 12th as part of the television broadcast team, hosting the “Nats Xtra” pre- and postgame shows, serving as an on-field reporter and providing play-by-play. Kolko hosted the “Nats Insider” podcast and radio show from 2021 to 2022, in addition to previously hosting his own podcast “Between Innings with Dan Kolko.” He has served as an MLB Network Radio host, called college basketball play-by-play for FOX Sports, and served as an on-field reporter and beat writer for MASN from 2008 to 2018. A native of Silver Spring, Md., Kolko earned his Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Delaware. He and his wife, Aly, live in the Navy Yard area year-round.
Ryan Zimmerman, who earned the nicknames Mr. National and Employee No. 11 for his longevity and impact on the Washington Nationals franchise, spent 17 years in the big leagues and has become the face of a generation of sports enthusiasts in Washington, D.C. A two-time All-Star and 2019 World Series Champion, Zimmerman holds franchise records for games played, hits, home runs, RBIs and runs, among other statistical categories. In 2005, he was the Nationals first-ever draft pick out of the University of Virginia and debuted that same year in the Nationals’ inaugural season in D.C. Off the field, Zimmerman is deeply committed to supporting the community. During his playing career, he received the Jefferson Award for public service and the Lou Gehrig Memorial Award for character and integrity, while also being recognized as the Roberto Clemente Award nominee six times and a Branch Rickey Award nominee for his dedication to the community. Zimmerman has been instrumental in raising awareness and funds in the fight against multiple sclerosis (MS), and he has given back more than $4 million to this cause through his ziMS Foundation. In 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic began, he became one of the first professional athletes to raise funds for first responders and healthcare workers through his Pros for Heroes campaign. He continues to use his influence in helping others through a number of initiatives to this day. Residing in McLean, Va., Zimmerman and his wife, Heather, are proud parents of four, and he continues to work with the Nationals organization as a Special Advisor to Ownership.