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Davey Johnson is not in The Best Shape of His Life, but he’s preparing for it

Washington Nationals v Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

ANAHEIM, CA - JUNE 29: Washington Nationals manager Davey Johnson looks on prior to the start of the game against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on June 29, 2011 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

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The Nationals manager may be 69 years-old, but if Danny Espinosa can’t play, it’s go-time:

This spring, Johnson brought a cup and jock strap. It’s hanging up in his locker right now ... On Tuesday, a representatives from Dinger bats came through the Nationals clubhouse. Johnson sat down with him and asked, “Do you guys make any B267s?” ... He asked for 34 inches, 32 ounces. When it arrives, Johnson will have a full set of playing gear.

Sadly, however, Johnson said that he wouldn’t don the cup because “I’ve been waiting to get in a little better shape.” So sadly he is not in ... The Best Shape of His Life. Or at least those parts of him for which he needs the cup are not.