Congratulations appear to be in order for Nationals third baseman Ryan Zimmerman, who — if published internet reports are accurate — will win his first Gold Glove when winners are officially announced later today. Zimmerman, whose defensive play at the hot corner in 2009 was one of the few real consistent highlights for the Nationals during a tumultous season, is reportedly one of four debutant winners this season. Zimmerman was the likely favorite for the award with last year’s recipient, New York’s David Wright, having an injury-plagued season, but the face of the Nationals did have competition from San Diego’s Kevin Kouzmanoff for this year’s honor. The official Gold Glove winners will be announced later today; and even though ESPN is busy wondering whether baseball’s highest defensive honor really means anything, we feel confident stating that Nationals fans will take whatever positives they can get their paws on.