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Well made with heavy brass.
American Patriot Oil Rubbed Bronze Widespread Bathroom Faucet
Add an elegant and antique style to your bathroom decor with this bronze widespread bathroom faucet. Constructed from solid brass, this two-handle faucet has an oil-rubbed bronze finish and a quarter-turn cartridge made from ceramic.
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Add a distinctive design element to your bathroom with this widespread bathroom faucet. This American Patriot two-handle faucet features an oil rubbed bronze finish. This unique bronze bathroom faucet has an antique feel that brings an Old World appeal to your bathroom vanity. The solid brass construction ensures durability for long-lasting use, while the impressive spout height allows you to do more with your sink. The faucet fits standard U.S. plumbing connections and comes with all necessary mounting hardware for easy installation.Click here to view additional information about this item.
- Faucet type: Bathroom
- Faucet finish: Oil rubbed bronze
- Faucet style: Two-handle widespread faucet for 8 to 16 inch centers
- Spout reach: 5.3125 inches
- Spout height: 6.375 inches
- Three-hole mount
- Quarter turn ceramic cartridge
- Faucet is made of solid brass construction
- 0.5-inch IPS inlet water connection
- Metal lever handles
- Brass pop-up included
- Standard US plumbing connections
- All mounting hardware is included
- Choice of porcelain or solid handles
AB1953 certified (lead free)
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Material | Bronze |
Finish | Brass Bronze Oil Rubbed Bronze |
Faucet Style | Widespread |
Height | 5-6 Inches |
Faucet Set | Bathroom Sets |
Number of Faucet Installation Hole | Three holes |
Configuration | Three Hole Widespread |
Finish Style | Oil Rubbed |
Gallery Room | Morning Chai |
Handle Style | Cross |
Product Features | Includes Hardware |
Warranty | 1 year Limited Manufacturer |
Model Number | FS1975APL |
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faucet Well made with heavy brass.
Read MoreROBERT W. Apr 8, 2015 - Helpful 0
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Lisa Love this faucet however the drain stopped has already chipped off in numerous places
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Pretty but Bought for the bathroom. After one year the color is peeling off the drain. Handles have to be tightened regularly.
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So Disappointed I just remodeled my bathroom and when picked out my granite counter top and sink, I knew this was going to look smashing and it does with the exception the drain is cracking. All the bronze stuff is coming off, it's looks like its 20 years old vs. a few months old. This is something that is not easily replaced in my opinion. I would strongly think twice about purchasing this product.
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vintage looking sink hardware Perfect compliment to the overall look of a vintage Southwestern bathroom
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Nice option Really nice faucet. Lovely quality. Purchased two for a double vanity. Would purchase again. But do check yours when it arrives--whether this version or some other. I've purchased six faucets from Overstock (all different kinds for different bathrooms) and two were not operable. Overstock is wonderful about returns and exchanges . . . but it's important you check the item in a timely manner.
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Bathroom faucet - Bronze I loved this faucet! Easy to put in, looks great, excellent quality. All around great buy. I was again, more than pleased with the prodcut and O.com
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Great color and look Love, love, love them. I purchased two sets of the American Patriot Oil Rubbed Bronze Widespread faucet sets for a double bowl in my bathroom. Everyone that sees them absolutely loves them. They work great. Would recommend them ot all.
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Great faucet, but needs modification I love this faucet. It's beautiful and really helps bring my new bathroom together. I'm using it with a granite sink top with trough sink and cherry vanity. One thing you should know -- the flow regulator is insane. There's one tiny hole about the size of a medium nail for the water to go through. You'll probably find that you need to take the end of the faucet off, pop off the red plastic flow diverter, remove the metal piece inside, and simply place the white plastic piece and the black rubber washer back in the faucet. Otherwise, there's just not enough water flow.
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nice faucet Nice product,installed easily except there was a lot of clearance between the holes in the sink top and the stems of the faucet, it took a little effort to get things all lined up, but I assume most faucets would be the same. The horizontal portion of the faucet swivels. There were vinyl tubes that connect the center section to the 2 valves that had kinked in the box due to the way they were packaged, but they seem to work fine. These same tubes have quick connect fittings on the ends that make it easy to install, but not quite as robust as I would like to see. It doesn't come with hoses to connect to the hot and cold supply, but didn't really expect that. I thought the finish was superior to what we found at local home improvement stores. Looked more authentic, one solid color, no brush marks revealing orange undertones. Much more satisfied with this than what we would have settled for buying locally.
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Questions & Answers
Does this faucet include the drain hardware?
Hello huseson, yes, the pop-up drain is included. Thank you for shopping with us!
American Patriot Oil Rubbed Bronze Widespread Bathroom Faucet. Is a roman tub and shower matching set available
Hello jonalyjen, I'm sorry I couldn't find that we have any other matching pieces that go with this set. Have a great day!
Are you able to advise if this faucet set will fit Australian plumbing standards?
Not in the least. It's a great faucet if it works for you.
When will the bronze handles be available? They have been out of stock and I don't want to order the porcelain handles.
Hi planes204, thank you for your inquiry. Items are restocked as they become available, however we cannot guarantee an item will be restocked. Please feel free to check back with us periodically to see if the item has returned. We apologize for the inconvenience.
what is the size at the base of the handles and spout?
Hi inkytac, the base of the handles measure 2.5 inches. For more information please refer to the spec sheet provided in the link in the product details. Thanks for shopping with us.
Does this faucet come erg the rough-in valves too?
Hi cheryl28182123, we were able to verify this information with our support team. This unit does come with a rough in valve. We hope this helps. Thanks for shopping with us,.
The Hot water Handle snapped off due to metal fatigue. I need a replacement handle. It is less than two years old. Your assistance is appreciated. Thank you!
Thank you for your inquiry; you will be contacted by Customer Care.
Where can I order the valve?
Hello marinaki, I'm sorry that information is not available. What valve are you looking for? Thank you for shopping with us!
American Patriot Oil Rubbed Bronze Widespread Bathroom Faucet May i know is this if approved by singapore government?
Hi appleten, we verified with our support team. We are not sure if it is approved by the Singapore government. But it is NSF UPC Certified in the United States. I hope this helps. Please let me know if you have any further questions.
What is the warranty on the finish and leaking?
Hello jenthecoolone...the warranty for the Color Finish is one year and 10 years against leaks. Thank you for shopping with us.
Where can you order related valves?
Unfortunately only Kingston Brass valves fit on Kingston Brass items, you will need to order with them. Please let me know if you have any further question.
Is this faucet manufactured by Kingston Brass?
Unfortunately, we are unable to disclose manufacturer information on some of our products. However, be assured that we fully stand behind the products we sell.
When you check out this product only gives an option for the porcelain handles... Does that mean you are sold out of the solid handles? Or this product comes with both handles? Please explain in more detail. Thanks.
Yes, the options menu will only allow you to order what we have in stock.
Does this faucet come with both handles? porcelain & solid?
You have the option to choose between the solid handle or the porcelain handle.
Does this faucet drain fit the standard 1.75 inch drain hole?
Yes, it does.
Does this faucet swivel?
No, the faucet does not appear to swivel.
I need the template for drilling holes in granite for this faucet. what is the spacing and hole size?
The diameter of the faucet hole is generally standardized to 1-1/4 inches or 1-1/2 inches. Two-handle widespread faucet can be mounted eight inches to 16 inches from center.
Does this product have matching bath faucet or walk in shower faucets
Unfortunately, I was unable to find this particular style in a bath faucet or walk-in shower faucet.
Is this faucet lead free?
The faucet is AB1953 certified (lead free)
Shopping Guides
Bathroom Faucet Buying Guide
Most of the plumbing fixtures in your home concentrate in the bathroom: sink faucets, bathroom tub faucets and shower fixtures. When it comes time to install new bathroom faucets during a home improvement project, there are many options and choices available. This bathroom faucet buying guide will help you choose the right bathroom faucets and fixtures to maximize functionality and style in your bath.
Tips on Choosing a Bathroom Faucet
Whether it's for a full home improvement project or if you're just replacing an old faucet, looking for a new bathroom faucet can be fun. Faucets are one of the most used fixtures in a home, and a gleaming new faucet is like the sparkling jewelry for your bathroom. Whether you're shopping for a bathroom faucet for your sink or a faucet for your shower and bath, take a look below to learn some tips on choosing a bathroom faucet.
How to Install a New Bathroom Faucet
A new bathroom faucet can make all the difference in a powder room, half-bath or full bathroom. Bathroom faucets are an excellent do-it-yourself project that take some basic hand tools, a bit of patience and the ability to work under a sink. Learning how to install a new bathroom faucet is a simple and rewarding process, so let's get to work.
How to Clean Bathroom Faucets
Bathroom faucets, especially in high-traffic bathrooms, can go from clean to dirty in hours. On top of getting so much use, calcium deposits in hard water can collect on your bath fixtures, creating a dull, filmy exterior. Make your bathroom faucets shine by getting them as clean as possible every time you wipe down the countertops or do a deep clean in your bathroom.
Understanding Bathroom Faucet Valves
All plumbing fixtures use valves. Valves, or mechanisms that take the place of valves, maintain a water-tight seal inside your bathroom faucet and regulate the flow and temperature of water. Knowing how bathroom faucet valves function will help you make a better purchase and understand how to make basic faucet repairs. Here are four valve types you're likely to see in modern bathroom faucets.
How to Install Vessel Sink Faucets
An elegant vessel sink can add a touch of modern flair to any bathroom. The requirements for installing vessel sinks and their compatible vessel sink faucets can vary a bit from regular bathroom faucets, however. Here are some simple instructions to help you get your vessel sink faucet installed properly and change the look of your bathroom.
Faucet Buying Guide
When you're replacing kitchen faucets or bathroom faucets that have broken or you're just working on a new look for your kitchen or bath, it can help to know a bit more about plumbing fixtures. Before checking out our wide selection of faucets for sinks and tubs, look over this faucet buying guide for some tips on selecting the perfect fixture for your plans.
Top 5 Types of Shower Faucets
Your bathing experience depends largely on the type of bathroom faucets you're using. Different types of shower faucets fit different types of preferences. If high water-pressure is important to you, you might prefer adjustable showerheads that let you select the perfect pressure. There are multiple shower faucets that add luxury and function to your bathroom, as well. Here are five faucets you can consider when planning a bathroom remodel.
5 Styles of Delta Faucets
Every room has its own style and personality. In the kitchen and bath, a lot of that personality comes from design details, such as the faucets. Delta faucets feature materials and finishes that will punctuate the style of your kitchen or bath, whether classic or modern. Here are five popular styles of Delta faucets, so you can start adding personality to your kitchen or bathroom.
How to Buy the Right Drain for Your Bathroom Sink
A new bathroom sink can completely transform and update your bathroom. Whether you choose a dramatic red vessel sink or a simple antique pedestal sink, a new bathroom sink will make a big difference in the look of your bathroom. Smaller items like the best bathroom sink drain and faucet will also make a statement. Many bathroom sinks will include parts for the sink drain, but some vessel sinks will require you to select your own drain. If you choose to purchase a bathroom sink that requires a separate drain purchase, then consider these tips to help you find the right sink drain for your bathroom.
How to Clean Bath Fixtures
Bath fixtures get dingy easily from soap scum and hard water deposits. Most bathroom faucets are made of brass, chrome or stainless steel. Soap scum and minerals collect and build on metal, greatly reducing faucets' shine. This can make a whole bathroom look dirty even if it isn't. Cleaning bathroom faucets takes some time; however, if you do it frequently enough, you'll find that scum and debris have little time to build up. Below, you'll learn how to clean bath fixtures.
How to Remove Shower Faucets
If your old shower needs a lift, an easy way to brighten things up is to replace the shower faucet and hardware. Whether your shower faucets leak or you just want to update your bathroom with a new design, the first step is to remove that old shower faucet. Removing old tub and shower faucets is simple, and you'll only need a few tools and some simple steps to switch out that old shower faucet and have your bath looking like new.
How to Install a Clawfoot Tub Faucet
Once you've put your new clawfoot tub in place and the plumbing is ready to go, you'll need to install the right bathroom faucet for your clawfoot tub. Your bathtub faucet will likely come with the necessary hardware and directions for the various mounting options. Every clawfoot bathtub faucet is going to mount a little differently, depending on the faucet's style, the mounting location and manufacturer, but the general process is the same for every clawfoot bathtub faucet installation.
Tips on Maintaining Your Bronze Bathroom Fixtures
The rich look of oil-rubbed bronze bathroom faucets is an upscale addition to any bathroom style. The copper-red color has a rustic feel, giving the bathroom a warm, inviting feel. Bronze bathroom fixtures are more corrosion resistant than their iron, brass and cast-iron counterparts, but they still require some upkeep. Keeping bronze bathroom fixtures looking shiny and new requires several maintenance and care steps, as moisture and harsh cleaning solutions can easily damage bronze bathroom hardware. Here are a few tips on maintaining your bronze bathroom faucets and other bath fixtures.
5 Things to Look for in Kitchen Faucets
When it comes to plumbing fixtures, few see more use than bathroom and kitchen faucets. Because they're so heavily used, durability is a primary feature to consider when selecting a sink faucet. There are plenty of functional faucet features to choose from. You'll also want to consider the style of your kitchen, including the sink and surrounding area. Here are a few features you may want to keep in mind as you look for a kitchen faucet that fits.
How to Install Vessel Sinks
Style and luxury can be added to any bathroom by installing a vessel sink. Two installations are popular: You can either rest the bathroom sink directly on the countertop or cut a hole in the countertop and lower the vessel down so that the sink bowl is partially recessed. Once you've installed the countertop and sink faucet, you'll be ready to install the vessel sink itself.
5 Styles of Danze Fixtures
Elegance and style are almost too easy to come by if you find the right faucets and fixtures. A good way to really bring a room together is to start with the bath fixtures and build a theme from there. Danze home improvement products can give you plenty of inspiration for your next bath or kitchen remodel. Here are five inspired styles that Danze has created for kitchen and bathroom faucets, shower heads and bath hardware that will start your creative ideas flowing.
How to Clean Sumerain Faucets
After installing an elegant, innovative Sumerain faucet in your home, you'll want to ensure it stays beautiful and functional for many years. A big part of taking care of kitchen and bathroom fixtures is cleaning them properly. Sumerain fixtures are made of chrome, brass, ceramic, and stainless steel, and they often have a chrome-plated finish, all materials that need special care. To best maintain your Sumerain faucets, we recommend these cleaning methods.
How to Install a Soap Dispenser
Bathroom and kitchen decor really starts to come together when a single theme unites the room style. Matching bath hardware is especially good at accenting a room. If your towel bars, faucets and soap dispensers all match, everything will look more polished and permanent. To help this theme, you can install a built-in countertop soap dispenser next to your bath or kitchen sink. Here are step-by-step instructions on how to do it.
How to Organize a Bathroom
Bathrooms are one of the places in the home that naturally draw clutter. Between bath accessories, makeup and dirty clothes, bathrooms can quickly become a cleaning burden. If the chaos seems overwhelming, it might be time to completely reorganize your bathroom. Fortunately, you can learn how to organize a bathroom with ease.
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Tours of Coors Field are available Monday through Saturday during the season and then Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday during the offseason and provide a behind-the-scenes look at one of the premier ballparks in Major League Baseball.
All tours begin at Gate D (21st & Blake Street). Tours typically last 70-80 minutes and cover a distance of approximately one mile. Private tours with young children typically last 45-60 minutes. All tours are accessible for guests with disabilities. All tours will start on time. Late arrivals will not be allowed to access the ballpark and will need to reschedule for the next available tour.
A limited number of tickets are available for each tour. Advance purchase is highly recommended.
Public Tour Times (During the Baseball Season):
Non-Game Days: 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m.
Evening Game Days: 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m.
Afternoon Game Days: No Tours
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12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m.
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Adults: $10
Seniors (55 and older): $8
Children (12 and under):$7
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2015 Group Tour Prices:
Adults: $8
Seniors (55 and older): $6
Children (3-12): $6
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Drew Storen will have to pitch in a setup role for new closer Rafael Soriano.
As the final countdown to spring training arrives, we're counting down the five biggest storylines facing the Nationals in Viera. We start today with spring storyline No. 5: The new-look bullpen…
The Nationals had one of baseball's best bullpens last season, a deep, talented and balanced group that featured two capable closers, one of the best left-handers in the game, a couple up-and-coming right-handers, a veteran lefty and a reliable long man. And general manager Mike Rizzo had the ability to keep that entire unit intact, if he was willing to spend the money necessary to retain everyone.
Rizzo, though, didn't feel like his three lefties (Sean Burnett, Michael Gonzalez and Tom Gorzelanny) were worth the contracts each stood to receive either via free agency or arbitration. So all three were left to sign elsewhere, creating an obvious dearth of southpaws in this team's bullpen.
Rizzo did make overtures to a few other available left-handers on the market, most notably J.P. Howell, but in the end decided none were worth it and so instead spent his money on the one thing theRead more »
- Unknown - Feb 7, 2013 at 12:28 PM
If this pen reduces clips innings then yeah. But they will need a lefty specialist against the togh lefty hitters in the NL east like freeman, Howard, Heyward, Davis, Utley, McCann, Stanton, etc. Nats better hope bray works or hey will have to get a Loogie at the deadline.
- sm13 - Feb 7, 2013 at 12:32 PM
This story is a good bookend to the issue of whether Nats starters will go deeper into games. A bullen this deep gives Davey the freedom to go get his starters at virtually any time with the confidence that his bullpen can finish out the game. When you look at it, we have two closers — Soriano and Storen –, three eighth inning guys — Storen, Clippard, and Mattheus –, three seventh inning guys — Clippard, Mattheus, and Stammen — , plus Duke, Bray, and Garcia (or, Henry). The ability to play mix and match with this group is limitless. Few managers have this sort of luxury. It will make decisions about pulling a starter that much easier, as he won't have to use the same relievers game in and game out.
- DaveB - Feb 7, 2013 at 12:42 PM
So … Soriano as the closer; Storen/Clippard as the A/B 8th inning guys; Mattheus/Stammen as the A/B 7th inning; Duke as long reliever; HRod or Bray or Garcia as the addl "as needed" plug in?
- NatsJack in Florida - Feb 7, 2013 at 12:47 PM
When did Stanton start batting left handed?
- Rabbit34 - Feb 7, 2013 at 1:09 PM
Njack….On January 17 he switched.
- DaveB - Feb 7, 2013 at 1:28 PM
Rabbit … Actually I think it was Novemeber 19th when the trade with Toronto turned his world upside down.
- Joe Seamhead - Feb 7, 2013 at 2:27 PM
They should make him bat LH just to even the playing field. The guy is a beast!Seriously, I overall like this pen. My biggest question mark is actually the one accepted LH reliever, that being Zack Duke. I just see Zack as a guy that will get crushed his second time through a quality ML batting order.I sure hope I'm wrong because they have pretty much anointed him as the long relief guy.
- JD - Feb 7, 2013 at 2:42 PM
I think Storen will close some. I think Davie likes to use 2 bullpen 'teams'. I don't think it's critical to have a LOOGY when most of the relievers have strong results against lefties.
- 3on2out - Feb 7, 2013 at 2:45 PM
sm13:I think you nailed it. I was trying to make this point yesterday about Davey's ability to mix and match. He can use his bench to pinch hit when the time is right and not factor in pulling the starter. With this bullpen there is no reason to extend them. As soon as there is a hint of a struggle…3rd time thru the order? Why bother? He has an absolute kick-ass bullpen…any one of the many pieces can shut the door. Davey doesn't give the tiniest of damns about getting his starters complete games. As a matter of fact, average innings per start may increase very little. Keep those arrows in the quiver…innings not pitched in June may be of some utility in October!
- Sec. 3, My Sofa - Feb 7, 2013 at 2:51 PM
"Clippard said "If we're sitting here on November 1st with the trophy for the World Series, then no one is going to be complaining about anything.'"Obviously, he doesn't read the comments. Or does he mean "This had better work."?
- Ghost Of Steve M. - Feb 7, 2013 at 2:53 PM
DaveB said… Rabbit … Actually I think it was Novemeber 19th when the trade with Toronto turned his world upside down. February 07, 2013 8:28 AM Good one!
- SCNatsFan - Feb 7, 2013 at 2:58 PM
It will be cool that, if need be in the sixth inning, we can bring a closer in… and still have two left for later in the game.Checked all the spelling on this too.
- Sec. 3, My Sofa - Feb 7, 2013 at 3:05 PM
I'm guessing that if Henry isn't PFB this spring, he's gone, so in the alternative, if he does make the roster, if the bone chips really were the only problem, then you have four closers, Mattheus, Stammen, and a long lefty Duke. That would be PFB.
- Ghost Of Steve M. - Feb 7, 2013 at 3:19 PM
Sec3, Henry will be PFB like he was last Spring Training. His problem is when game pressure is added he starts unraveling like a cheap suit.I think Henry makes the Opening Day roster unless Rizzo signs Vazquez.
- Sec. 3, My Sofa - Feb 7, 2013 at 3:25 PM
from the last thread: "Aces had most clients in Mitchell Report, now most in Biogenesis"The Commissioner's office doesn't have any authority over agents, I think, and probably not much leverage beyond hounding (or should I say bird-dogging?) their client players.
- Sec. 3, My Sofa - Feb 7, 2013 at 3:31 PM
"[Henry's] problem is when game pressure is added he starts unraveling like a cheap suit."Which is a problem with confidence and/or focus. Here's hoping he can find both, for everybody's sake but the hitters'.
- Sec. 3, My Sofa - Feb 7, 2013 at 3:33 PM
Unless it's genetic, in which case he probably won't.
- JaneB - Feb 7, 2013 at 3:38 PM
I really, really hope Henry is PFB this spring and beyond. It would be so good for all of us if somehow the surgery took away all the bad joojoo along with the bone spurs so he can be the GOOD scary pitcher he has sometimes shown himself to be. But the best 25 go north, and if he can't be PFB by then, then I'm not scared to see him in some one else's bull pen. Though, I guess I wold be scared for the various body parts of our guys standing in the batters box.
- Ghost Of Steve M. - Feb 7, 2013 at 3:49 PM
I see the biggest MLB story other than Biogenesis as Bourn and Lohse are unsigned as of February 1st.I still think Bourn goes to Texas and they are just waiting Boras out.Lohse has nowhere to go.
- Tcostant - Feb 7, 2013 at 4:03 PM
Ironicly he could have all three (Sean Burnett, Michael Gonzalez and Tom Gorzelanny) for what he'll pay Soriano for one year. I'm not sure that is better, so my only conclussions is that Rizzo was down Storen, big time, as a closer.
- Theophilus T. S. - Feb 7, 2013 at 4:04 PM
" Which is a problem with confidence and/or focus. Here's hoping he [Rodriguez] can find both, for everybody's sake but the hitters."The most serious bone chips were, and remain, in his head.
- NCNatsie - Feb 7, 2013 at 4:12 PM
Tcos: True, but he wouldn't have had roster spots for all of themTheo: It's possible the chips in the elbow were causing, or at least contributing to, the head problems. I sure would lose confidence on the mound if my pitching arm hurt like hell every time I threw, wouldn't you?
- Tcostant - Feb 7, 2013 at 4:12 PM
Some randowm thoughts on other stuff:- Bourn is almost a done deal to the Mets; they have offered 3 years and may do a 4th just to get the deal done. Not may other options.- Just a guess here, by 1 year for Lohse with the Cards.- My hope for Gio, if he his guilty (I think he is), he should show up at Spring training, say he made a horriable mistake and tell the fans how sorry he is and that it will never happen again. Serve his 50 games and be loved again.
- Theophilus T. S. - Feb 7, 2013 at 4:13 PM
Lohse's most serious problem is that no one thinks he's safe for more than a two-year deal, and two years of his services do not outweigh the loss of the draft pick. If teams saw Lohse as a three- or four-year contributor, the calculus might change. Even if by waiting Boras out a team was able to squeeze Lohse down to one year at the major league minimum (highly improbable), they'd never recoup the lost signing pool money, let alone the pick, no matter how much money they save by signing him at a bargain basement price. We could be looking at a situation where no one signs Lohse until a quasi contender decides in the middle of the summer that signing him guarantees they make the playoffs. Under the CBA, does there ever come a time (next year?) at which Lohse no longer costs a pick? Or is he going to be compelled to crawl back to the Cardinals and offer to work for peanuts?
- Theophilus T. S. - Feb 7, 2013 at 4:19 PM
NCNatsie — People have got to stop making excuses for Rodriguez, just like Rizzo has got to stop screwing up the roster just because he loves the "potential" and doesn't want to fess up to a mistake. Rodriguez has been a head case ever since he got here. And, as evidenced by the way Oakland burned up his options, he was a headcase there as well. He couldn't pitch well enough to stay in the big leagues there, either, healthy elbow or not. Oakland might not have gotten much (one year of Willingham) in exchange but fleecing Rizzo by sticking him with the As headcase is an exploit Beane will be telling his cronies in the nursing home long into his dotage.
- Tcostant - Feb 7, 2013 at 4:23 PM
Theo I don't see a free agent waiting until a later date address at all. I would think that once the draft took place a pick would no longer apply; but I don't see that anywhere:http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/downloads/2011_CBA.pdf
- UnkyD - Feb 7, 2013 at 4:26 PM
I'm totally in the tank for PFBRod…
- SCNatsFan - Feb 7, 2013 at 4:38 PM
Theo I disagree; although he appears to be a head case moving Willingham for HRod wasn't getting fleeced, it was trading a player who wasn't really going to be useful to the Nats (at that point they were going nowhere) for a potential great arm. I'm sure Rizzo was thinking this guy might turn out like Ryan when he got his act together. I'm not down on Rizzo for getting him, I'm down on him for sticking with him.
- upperdeck4 - Feb 7, 2013 at 4:49 PM
I'm pollyanish, I know, but I still have faith in Henry. I still cannot forget his performance in the last home game of 2011 against Atl. That inning was the most devastating performance by a reliever that I have seen. Just keep that game in your head Henry.
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- sjm308 - Feb 7, 2013 at 4:53 PM
Willingham has stayed around longer than I thought he would and he was a good teammate but not only was he NOT the kind of player Rizzo wanted to build around, he kept Morse from playing as well. Riggleman was never going to give Morse a sniff with a veteran like Willingham here. The fact that Rizzo gambled on HRod can be debated but moving Willingham was a good move for many reasons.Personally, I am not as far gone as Unkyd but I do hope HRod can turn it around just because it would help our lads in their march toward the WS.Go Nats!!
- Ghost Of Steve M. - Feb 7, 2013 at 5:00 PM
Theo is right, its the bone chip in his head and its fixable if he has sought help for it but if he hasn't, I don't see improvement. I hope he has fixed the issue. Pressure related issues in sports has ended many careers before.This is Henry's last chance I believe. Hiding him with DL stints can only carry you so far.
- NatsJack in Florida - Feb 7, 2013 at 5:10 PM
Earlier I tweeted that Lucas Giolito was throwing off a mound. My bad. His exact quote was "I'm good to go and ready to throw off a mound".I did not ask him if he had thrown off one yet but it sure sounds like he's close if he hasn't.
- JD - Feb 7, 2013 at 5:10 PM
I don't see how Henry makes the team. Even if we don't need a LOOGY I still feel that Bray has a leg up for the last spot.
- JD - Feb 7, 2013 at 5:12 PM
NatsJack, Didn't he have his TJ surgery in August? That would be an awfully quick recovery. I didn't expect him back until around August if at all this year.
- Ghost Of Steve M. - Feb 7, 2013 at 5:14 PM
JD, I just don't see Rizzo DFA'ing him. If he can't trade him, I think he makes the team because he has Bray on a MiLB deal.I think the leash is short on Henry and Bray becomes the heir apparent.
- Theophilus T. S. - Feb 7, 2013 at 5:16 PM
"the bone chip in his head [is] . . . fixable if he has sought help for it . . .."This is at least his sixth trip through the major leagues and every year there've been pitching coaches, veteran pitchers, catchers, interpreters and professional amateur psychologists like Johnson who've been trying to, or at least available to, fix whatever malady afflicts him. Probably professional psychologists, too.When I say a headcase, I don't know if, necessarily, a particular neurosis or pathology is impairing his performance. It is clear, however, that he is resistant to being taught how pitch. It may be as simple as "one finger, fastball; two fingers, slider; three fingers, change" exhausts his ability to process information. Whatever it is, he's got to go. The idea of a "good Henry" is as mythical as a unicorn.
- Theophilus T. S. - Feb 7, 2013 at 5:21 PM
Think how you would feel if you were Bill Bray and someone told you your spot on the roster was subordinate to management's continued tolerance of a player whose idea of pitching is playing handball with the backstop.
- Ghost Of Steve M. - Feb 7, 2013 at 5:22 PM
NatsJack in Florida said… Earlier I tweeted that Lucas Giolito was throwing off a mound. My bad. His exact quote was "I'm good to go and ready to throw off a mound".I did not ask him if he had thrown off one yet but it sure sounds like he's close if he hasn't.February 07, 2013 12:10 PM He's on a soft toss program right now and on the JZim/Stras protocol which means mid-July for him to head to A ball.
- NatsJack in Florida - Feb 7, 2013 at 5:24 PM
He's been rehabbing for almost 2 months already. and has been soft tossing. I posted a pic on twitter of him showing the scar.
- Theophilus T. S. - Feb 7, 2013 at 5:32 PM
Would be nice to be able to focus on Giolito's progress rather than agonize/fantasize about Rodriguez. Contra the case w/ Strasburg the "mainstream media" aren't doing much of a job of following him even tho I think he's almost as important to the future of the franchise.
- Theophilus T. S. - Feb 7, 2013 at 5:40 PM
GhostSM — by "A ball" do you mean Potomac or Hagerstown? Potomac seems a bit advanced for someone coming off surgery. Where do people expect Jordan to start this year?
- NatsJack in Florida - Feb 7, 2013 at 5:45 PM
Lucas will most likely throw some rehab starts in the GCL if they are still in session when he's ready. Then maybe a start or 2 at the end of Hagerstowns season.
- SCNatsFan - Feb 7, 2013 at 6:01 PM
I don't think it matters much with HRod – Rizzo and Johnson know we are too close to be giving a roster spot away with so few spots available. If HRod can pitch he'll make the roster, if not he will be dealt for Cutter Dykstra's twin brother. He won't be rehabbing his head in MLB this year, at least not in DC.With as much talent as we have and players being pushed I'm still amazed Tracy got extended. I like the guy and hope he produces like he did before he got injured but he has to be smiling he has a roster spot on the best team in baseball right now.
- Ghost Of Steve M. - Feb 7, 2013 at 6:03 PM
Thanks NatsJack, that's what I see also. GCL then to Hagerstown but I think he will get in 4 to 6 starts if his progression in the GCL is good.If Giolito does good in Hagerstown he could be an alternate in the AFL.
- NatsJack in Florida - Feb 7, 2013 at 6:13 PM
So Fangraphs rates Rizzo's trade for Span as the best deal made this off season. As we all say,, "In Rizzo We Trust".
- JD - Feb 7, 2013 at 6:39 PM
'So Fangraphs rates Rizzo's trade for Span as the best deal made this off season. As we all say,, "In Rizzo We Trust".'Not according to Peric,
- JD - Feb 7, 2013 at 6:41 PM
Giolito isn't turning 19 until July. I think Hagerstown might be a stretch especially coming off the TJ. I think more likely GCL and Auburn.
- JD - Feb 7, 2013 at 6:46 PM
As a frame of reference the Pirates drafted Jameson Taillon 2nd overall to Bryce Harper in 2010 ; he is now 21 years old and is still a year away from the bigs at least. I think Giolito is 4 years away from the show if all goes well; in 4 years he will be 22.
- Tcostant - Feb 7, 2013 at 6:56 PM
Must read:http://mlb.si.com/2013/02/07/winter-report-card-washington-nationals/?sct=uk_t11_a5
- Scooter - Feb 7, 2013 at 7:15 PM
Thanks, Tcostant. I love his description of several lefties as "upright and still unsigned." That really does seem to be how it works, once the offseason reaches a certain point.
- Tcostant - Feb 7, 2013 at 7:36 PM
Enjoy Stras while we have him, because no way will Rizzo pay him the kind of money that he will command on the open market. Look at this:http://hardballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/07/felix-hernandez-mariners-on-verge-of-a-175-million-contract-extension/
- Michael S - Feb 7, 2013 at 7:39 PM
OK I give up. What is PFB
- MicheleS - Feb 7, 2013 at 7:40 PM
Tcostant. There is one thing you need to consider with Stras. Mark Lerner has been to every start (minors, majors, rehab, etc) that Stras has made. HE LOVES him and god know Boras will have a 60 page presentation on this so Lerner will be backing up the armored car.
- MicheleS - Feb 7, 2013 at 7:41 PM
PFB = Pretty Frickin Bueno per McCatty.
- baseballswami - Feb 7, 2013 at 7:41 PM
"Outsiders" seem to see the lack of a pure lefty specialist as a weakness in our pen. I don't think our organization is in lock -step with that kind of system at all. I don't think they like the idea of a pitcher who only throws to one guy. I think their plan is to have bullpen guys whose specialty is getting lefties out as well as righties — that doesn't have to mean they are left handed themselves, though. Once again, the Nats organization goes their own way. I like it. But when you hear analysis of our team, you will often hear those things presented as negatives.Same deal with puling pitchers for a pinch hitter – you will hear that the starters can't go deep into games. Inside the box thinking versus outside the box thinking.
- Tcostant - Feb 7, 2013 at 7:48 PM
Michele you might be right, I will enjoy him now and be plesently surprised if he signs after his free agent years. By that time the going rate will be 7 years / $200 million.
- Pilchard - Feb 7, 2013 at 8:06 PM
Strasburg will not be FA eligible until 2017. If (really big "if) he stays healthy and puts in 4 more solid seasons as starter, SS will get a massive contract along the lines of the rumored King Felix deal (and deservedly so). That is a long way off and a lot needs to happen including Strasburg dominating for 4 more years, which also would likely mean that the Nats dominate as a franchise. So, lets enjoy the next 4 years before worrying about SS breaking the bank in 2017.
- Michael S - Feb 7, 2013 at 8:07 PM
Thanks michelle
- Scooter - Feb 7, 2013 at 8:09 PM
Remember, Tcostant: just because something's never been done doesn't mean it never will be done. Until this offseason, Mike Rizzo had never traded a 6'9" right-hander who went to college in Kentucky. He finally saw a need to, so now he has.So, even though the team has never spent $200 million to re-sign a 2-time Cy Young winner and World Serious MVP, it might just be that the time was never right.Like you, I'm just going to relax and enjoy it.
- Tony - Feb 7, 2013 at 8:11 PM
Strasburg hasn't even started going deep into games yet and already people are worried about him going deep into his contract. First things first, people.
- Faraz Shaikh - Feb 7, 2013 at 8:16 PM
btw did you know the day Ted Lerner was born was the last day this city saw a team in a world series game?
- slidell2 - Feb 7, 2013 at 8:31 PM
Ted is only 80?
- Pilchard - Feb 7, 2013 at 8:41 PM
Ted Lerner is 87. Born October 15, 1925.
- Sec. 3, My Sofa - Feb 7, 2013 at 8:43 PM
Can somebody link to the glossary for Michael? I can't from here–tech. issues.
- Section 222 - Feb 7, 2013 at 9:05 PM
More info on PFP and other terms of art used by frequent commenters on this blog can be found on in the NIDO Spreadsheet/Glossary Seems like some frequently referred to PED references might be a helpful addition if a knowledgable source has the time and inclination…
- UnkyD - Feb 7, 2013 at 9:33 PM
"The idea of a "good Henry" is as mythical as a unicorn. "——————Not quite, tcostant….. I SEEN good Henry. Unicorn, not so much….
- UnkyD - Feb 7, 2013 at 9:34 PM
Sorry! Should have been aimed at Theo….
- John C. - Feb 7, 2013 at 9:35 PM
@Faraz: The Senators also went to the World Series in 1933, losing to the Giants in five games. At 8 years old, Ted Lerner may well have attended some of those games
- Faraz Shaikh - Feb 7, 2013 at 9:44 PM
John C, how did I miss that?you are right. I forgot about 1933.Let's put Ted in a out of town private school for that year.
- Faraz Shaikh - Feb 7, 2013 at 9:53 PM
for laughs: http://amzn.to/11R6zHY
- Tony - Feb 7, 2013 at 9:57 PM
Real baseball fans don't need some stupid spreadsheet to know what Pitchers Fielding Practice is.
- Section 222 - Feb 7, 2013 at 10:13 PM
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- NCNatsie - Feb 7, 2013 at 10:29 PM
LOL, Tony. Do we need to put that on the NIDO?
- NCNatsie - Feb 7, 2013 at 10:31 PM
Speaking of the NIDO glossary, I know the Shark is Roger Bernadina, but I don't know why he is called that? So far, it doesn't seem to be in the glossary. Can someone explain for the masses?
- Faraz Shaikh - Feb 7, 2013 at 10:36 PM
some non-NI blogger came up with that I think.
- Sec. 3, My Sofa - Feb 7, 2013 at 10:43 PM
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- Faraz Shaikh - Feb 7, 2013 at 10:46 PM
- Faraz Shaikh - Feb 7, 2013 at 10:47 PM
You owe me one Sofa.
- Sec. 3, My Sofa - Feb 7, 2013 at 10:49 PM
Thanks, FS. Hard to do links from the phone.
- Faraz Shaikh - Feb 7, 2013 at 10:54 PM
Haha, no problem. Ctrl+u, Ctrl+c, Ctrl+v does the trick, with a Ctrl+f and some backspace in there.Bet it would have been easier to write my own Href function.
- Sec. 3, My Sofa - Feb 7, 2013 at 10:54 PM
NIDO with glossary, how-to lists, and Spring Training calendar
- Sec. 3, My Sofa - Feb 7, 2013 at 10:55 PM
The code is simple enough, if I don't accidentally get spaces in there screwing it up.
- Faraz Shaikh - Feb 7, 2013 at 11:00 PM
I think you had missed the '.' after http://www.Learning HTML is not on top of my list but it is on the list. Some day though.
- Faraz Shaikh - Feb 7, 2013 at 11:03 PM
On Felix extension, absurd amount of money I would not spend on anyone besides Mays, johnson, Williams, and Cobb.It seems like elite players these days are taking some kind of revenge for that reverse clause owners had over all players in the past.
- Sec. 3, My Sofa - Feb 7, 2013 at 11:03 PM
This site doesn't allow us to do much; you could learn the couple of codes it does allow in five minutes.
- peric - Feb 7, 2013 at 11:05 PM
I think Giolito is soft-tossing 30 feet according to his tweets.Not off of the mound yet.
- peric - Feb 7, 2013 at 11:07 PM
"Outsiders" seem to see the lack of a pure lefty specialist as a weakness in our pen.Bill Bray plus perhaps Patrick McCoy and perhaps Abed should do the trick. Plus? Zach Duke. That should be plenty.
- natsfan1a - Feb 7, 2013 at 11:18 PM
I must need some real baseball, because when I followed the link from Faraz, my first thought was "that's kind of awesome." My second thought was, "I need one of those." Truth be told, I am something of a kitchen gadget fan as well.On another note, the NIDO has a how-to item on the HTML codes that this site will allow.
- Faraz Shaikh - Feb 8, 2013 at 2:29 AM
1a, just read some of the reviews. Hilarious!Sofa, I think I already know those codes.
- Faraz Shaikh - Feb 8, 2013 at 3:11 AM
five-year, $135.5MM for Felix. That's better than a seven year commitment I think.
- sjm308 - Feb 8, 2013 at 4:06 AM


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- " Moony, Wormtail, Padfoot, and Prongs
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Are proud to present
THE MARAUDER'S MAP" - —The Marauder's Map[src]
The Marauders[5] were a group of four Gryffindors, who attended Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry from 1971-1978. The four students that had a knack for rule-breaking and mischief making were:
- James "Prongs" Potter 1960-1981 (killed by Lord Voldemort)
- Sirius "Padfoot" Black c.1959-1996 (killed by Bellatrix Lestrange)
- Remus "Moony" Lupin 1960-1998 (killed by Antonin Dolohov)
- Peter "Wormtail" Pettigrew c.1960-1998 (killed by his own silver hand)
It is thought the Marauders' friendship began in their first or possibly second year at Hogwarts. By their fifth year, all but Remus, who was a werewolf, had secretly become unregistered Animagi in order to help Remus during his transformations. James' Animagus form was a stag (Prongs), Peter's was a rat (Wormtail), and Sirius' was a large black dog (Padfoot). 'Prongs' and 'Padfoot' were large enough to control Remus (Moony) during his monthly transformations and 'Wormtail' was small enough to get past the Whomping Willow's defences so the group could get to the Shrieking Shack. The Marauders were all members of Gryffindor House and most greatly despised their Slytherin rival, Severus Snape, whom James and Sirius often bullied, while Peter tended to cheer them on. Although he apparently disapproved of their bullying, Remus didn't try to stop them, although he sometimes made them feel guilty about it. The Maruders travelled the Hogwarts Grounds and Hogsmeade during the transformation period, and found out a lot about them in the process.
- "We owe them so much."
- —George Weasley on the importance of the Marauder's Map to him and his brother.[src]
At some point during their time at Hogwarts, presumably some time between their fifth and seventh years, the four boys created the Marauder's Map, a magical parchment that displays the grounds and denizens of Hogwarts once the incantation "I solemnly swear that I am up to no good" is spoken (with the counterspell being "Mischief managed"). Otherwise, the Map insults those who try to use it. At an unspecified point, the map was confiscated by caretaker Argus Filch and placed in a drawer in his Office labelled Classified and Highly Dangerous. Eventually, Fred and George Weasley stole the map after seeing the drawer in Filch's Office and commited the secret passages shown on it to memory, then later gave it to Harry Potter so he could sneak into Hogsmeade. Harry has been the sole owner of the map since then.
The Marauders would all go on to become participants in the original Order of the Phoenix against the Dark Lord, Voldemort, in their adult careers. Pettigrew, however, influenced by Voldemort due to his fear, turned on James and his wife Lily and revealed their secret location having been made Secret Keeper of the Potter cottage, which ultimately led to their murders.
In addition, when Sirius Black found out about the traitorous act of Pettigrew, he confronted him, but Pettigrew cunningly exploded everything around him – killing twelve Muggles in the process – transforming into his Animagus form of a rat and made it look like Sirius was the traitor, Sirius having been the original plan for Secret Keeper, even going so far as to fake his own death. Pettigrew made this look possible by actually cutting off one of his own fingers and make it appear as though that was all that was left of his annihilated corpse. Sirius was then arrested and sentenced without a trial while the actual traitor, Peter Pettigrew, got away.
Pettigrew's tactics were so believable that even the fourth Marauder, Remus Lupin, thought it was his old friend Sirius that had betrayed the Potters' to Voldemort and murdered Pettigrew. Sirius was imprisoned in Azkaban for Pettigrew's crimes. Peter, fearing reprisal from remaining Death Eaters who blamed him for Voldemort's downfall, went into hiding, remaining a rat for twelve years after his faked death. In this time, he became the pet rat of the unsuspecting Weasley family, who named him "Scabbers". He wanted to remain with a Wizarding Family so he could hear if Voldermort was regaining power.
Twelve years later, Sirius Black finally changed into his Animagus form and escaped from Azkaban prison, seeking revenge on his former friend Peter Pettigrew, who he had discovered was still alive and realised was going back to Hogwarts with Ron Weasly, where he could get to Harry easily. At this time, Remus Lupin had gone on to become the Defence Against the Dark Arts professor at Hogwarts, keeping his lycanthropy a secret from the students, and discovered Sirius was not guilty after seeing Pettigrew was still alive on the Maruders Map. The two then united to stop Pettigrew and exposed him as Scabbers. They were about to kill him but Harry stopped them, thus saving his life, stating that he should be taken to Azkaban instead and could be used to prove Sirius was innocent. Pettigrew escaped when Remus suddenly transformed into a werewolf, after which Pettigrew rejoined his master, Voldemort, and helped him to regain his full body, in the process losing his hand, though Voldemort replaced it with a silver one. Remus later resigned from his Hogwarts teaching position when Snape 'accidentally' let it slip to the students that he was a werewolf.
When Voldemort rose to power for the second time, launching the Second Wizarding War, a new Order of the Phoenix was established whose members included Remus and Sirius. However, Sirius was killed in the Battle of the Department of Mysteries by his Death Eater cousin Bellatrix Lestrange. After his death, Sirius' name was cleared when Voldemort came back in the open.
Peter Pettigrew met his end in 1998, strangled by his own silver hand when he hesitated to kill Harry Potter in the dungeon of Malfoy Manor because of the debt he owed Harry. Remus Lupin was killed soon after in the Battle of Hogwarts in a duel with Antonin Dolohov. Once this had happened, no Marauders remained.
James - 'Prongs': The stag is symbolic of someone proud, noble and powerful. In fact, the image of a stag was used quite often by old English kings and many other kinds of rulers. This image is fitting to James, the leader of the Marauders.
Sirius - 'Padfoot': The dog is the emblem of faithfulness and guardianship. Dogs are considered loyal and temperate, and are symbols of courage, vigilancy and loyal fidelity. Dogs are considered man's best friend and this definitely proves true in the case of Sirius and James. Also, the star Sirius, is traditionally known as the dog star. The dog star is often used by sailors and navigationers to follow as a safe and trustworthy passage, similar to the way Harry, Ron and Hermione, along with Ginny, Neville and Luna, trust Sirius so much they follow him deep into the Ministry even though the trial was a red herring. The surname, Black, is not only the colour of his animagus, but also a referrence to the expression "the black sheep", which describes his role in relation to his family. Sirius could be considered the deputy of the Marauders as James and Sirius were the closest to each other
Remus - 'Moony': Wolves, similarly to dogs, signify valor and guardianship. In the study of dreams, werewolves often represent an inner struggle or battle. This is certainly the case with Lupin, considering his desire to be accepted by his trouble-making friends and his desire to repay Dumbledore's chance to attend Hogwarts often collide. Furthermore, the Roman mythology tells the story about a boy named Remus, who was abandoned in the woods by his mother and was raised by wolves. His brother was Romulus - a nickname Remus Lupin uses as coverage on the radio, in the last book.
Peter - 'Wormtail': Since the times of the plague in the 14th-century rats have been symbolic of uncleanliness and impurity. Their quiet nature often has connotations of sneakiness. Note that Pettigrew does not become a snake, who have largely the same symbolism as rats. This is good evidence that he was not a Slytherin at school. Also, rat is slang for snitch or informant, and, in his later life, Pettigrew did indeed inform Voldemort where the Potters were hiding.
Behind the scenes
- The marauders never actually refer to themselves as "the Marauders" in the books, but the term quickly developed among fans as a reference to the Marauder's Map. They were also refered to as "the Marauders" by Ron Weasley in 1997.
- J. K. Rowling later confirmed on her website however that 'James, Sirius, Remus and Peter dubbed themselves "marauders", hence the way they titled the map.'
- Interestingly, the Marauders die in the opposite order from which they are introduced by their nicknames: Prongs, Padfoot, Wormtail, Moony. James is the first to die, his death taking place immediately before the first book. Sirius is then killed at the Department of Mysteries. Peter is killed in Malfoy Manor and Remus is killed in the Battle of Hogwarts.
- Also, all of them die whilst protecting Harry Potter from Voldemort or his Death Eaters; James is killed by Voldemort trying to make some time for his wife and son to escape from their house, Sirius dies when Bellatrix knocks him into the veil (he was fighting her to give Harry and his friends time to escape), Pettigrew dies letting Harry and the others escape from the cellar (contemplating his life debt); Lupin dies fighting Antonin Dolohov, trying to give Harry time to find a horcrux.
- The Marauders' back story was cut out of the film adaptation of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, and their connection to the Marauder's Map was never explained. J.K. Rowling has been asked how she felt about this change and said she was fine with it and understands that things have to be cut from movies sometimes.
- Their nicknames all seem to have something to do with their transformed states. Lupin turns into a werewolf at the full moon, Pettigrew transforms into a rat, which has a tail that resembles a worm, Sirius transforms into a dog, which have padded feet, and James turns into a stag, whose antlers are prongs (this is explained to Harry by Lupin at the end of Prisoner of Azkaban).
- Only two of the Marauders went on to have families of their own. James Potter, who married Lily Evans and fathered Harry Potter, and Remus Lupin, who married Nymphadora Tonks and had a son named Teddy. Neither families lasted for very long, as both parents would eventually be killed, orphaning their children, and leaving godfathers to guard their sons (Sirius in the case of the Potters, and Harry in the case of the Lupins). However, the two sons' childhoods differ drastically. While Harry is raised by his cruel aunt and uncle and separated from his godfather, Teddy is raised by his loving grandmother with help from his godfather.
- Sirius is James' second cousin (not completely proven, but likely anyway), and Nymphadora Tonks, who marries Remus, is Sirius' second cousin. Peter does not seem to be related to the other marauders.
- In dressing the Marauders for the flashback scene in the film adaptation of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, director Alfonso Cuarón drew inspiration from The Beatles. "James was like Paul -- good looking and sure of himself -- and Sirius was like John, as he was a bit of an anarchic troublemaker. We gave them sideburns, little glasses and longer shirts." [6]
- Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
- Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (film)
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (film)
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Mentioned only)
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Appears in flashback(s))
Notes and references
- ↑ James Potter is murdered by Voldemort. Peter Pettigrew betrays the Potters, fakes his own death, and goes into hiding. Sirius Black is framed for the crimes and sentenced to Azkaban.
- ↑ Deaths of both Peter Pettigrew and Remus Lupin, the last surviving members.
- ↑ Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
- ↑ Pettigrew, during the First Wizarding War, defected from both the Marauders and the Order to join the Death Eaters, and informed Voldemort of James and Lily's whereabouts, which the other three Marauders were unaware of until 1981.
- ↑ JK Rowling official site - FAQ
- ↑ Harry Potter Page to Screen: The Complete Filmmaking Journey, Page 288


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Anyone had any luck gettin it to display properly on a dual head system?
If I want to play it in full screen it wants to be half on one screen and half on the other.
It's been ported for a while now (Can't say how long, though, sorry...). What's been the hold up is the permission to do at least this much.
Hm... Might wanna tell Ryan through the bug reporting process that this is going on.On another matter I see no obvious slowdowns when playing this game with Compiz enabled but sometimes the mouse gets all funny and I can't aim at anything.
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You're never going to get "proper" fullscreen with a dual-screen setup. It is going to always be split that way. Either live with that gap in the rendering, get a wider screen monitor that gives you most of the dual screen setup, or do it in a window...
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