to do what it takes to elevate the franchise to the next level." The letter added that "in 2010, we had a productive stable of veterans and stars in the lineup," that "we now have a solid and exciting pipeline of pitchers," and that the franchise's "improved Minor League system is now regularly producing a steady stream of Major League talent." New Radio Flagship Starting with this season, the Nationals changed their flagship station to WJFK-FM (106.7 The Fan), after broadcasting their first six seasons on WTOP 104.1 FM. Spring training The Nationals held their 2011 spring training in Viera, Florida, with home games played at Space Coast Stadium. Regular season Season standings National League East Record vs. opponents Opening Day lineup Notable transactions December 5, 2010: The Nationals sign free-agent outfielder Jayson Werth to a 7-year, $126M contract. May 8, 2011: The Nationals received Gregor Blanco from the Kansas City Royals as part of a conditional deal. June 27, 2011: The Nationals sold Miguel Pérez to the Pittsburgh Pirates. July 26, 2011: The Nationals traded minor-leaguers Chris Manno and Bill Rhinehart to the Cincinnati Reds for Jonny Gomes and cash. July 30, 2011: The Nationals traded Jason Marquis to the Arizona Diamondbacks for minor-leaguer Zach Walters and Jerry Hairston Jr., to the Milwaukee Brewers for minor-leaguer Erik Komatsu. August 9, 2011: The Nationals purchased Miguel Pérez from the Pittsburgh Pirates. Draft The 2011 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft took place from June 6 to June 8. With their first pick – the sixth pick overall – the Nationals selected third baseman Anthony Rendon. Other notable players the Nationals selected were pitcher Alex Meyer (first round compensation pick, 23rd pick overall), pitcher Taylor Hill (sixth round, 187th overall), and outfielder Billy Burns (32nd round, 967th overall). Roster Attendance The Nationals drew 1,940,478 fans at Nationals Park in 2011, improving over the previous season for the second straight year. It placed them 14th in attendance for the season among the 16 National League teams, also for the second consecutive year. Their highest attendance at a home game was on August 20, when they drew 44,685 for a game against the Philadelphia Phillies, while their lowest was 13,413 for a game against the Phillies on April 12. Their average home attendance was 24,256 per game, fifth-highest of their seven seasons in Washington but an increase from their previous season. Game log