So we’re six weeks into the Nats post-Robinson era, and no one besides Stan Kasten and Jim Bowden has any clue what’s going on in the search for a manager. Kasten is dedicated to a process that is “thorough” and he is “prepared to hire the best fit.” He recently said an announcement might be made in the next two weeks, but resists giving any insight into the process whatsoever. What’s going on down there at RFK? Is this really the relationship they want with the press and their fans?

Don’t get us wrong, there’s nothing wrong with taking the time necessary to do something right. It’s also understandable that Kasten and company would prefer to not conduct a search in public view. They deserve some distance and patience from Nats fans.

But in return, don’t we deserve a little more than the “stay the course” treatment? Ownership expects fans to rally behind the team during the tough building process the next few years, and to continue to spend money on their not-ready-for-primetime product. I’m fine with that, but make us at least feel like you give a damn and let us have some idea of what’s going on. This ain’t Gitmo, Stan; there’s no need for the veil of secrecy. The Padres were not going to make off with Tony Peña in the night.