Nationals' Jayson Werth surprises family of fallen soldier for Christmas

Nationals outfielder Jayson Werth surprised the children of a fallen military member for a holiday treat this week.

Through an organization called Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), Werth met Michael and Alexa and helped teach them some baseball skills.

ICYMI: @TAPS4America got some tips & a holiday surprise from Jayson Werth! Thank you @yellowribbonsun @Nationals pic.twitter.com/xA7zKkU1Q7
— teams4taps (@teams4taps) December 23, 2014

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Jayson Werth & his son surprised a @TAPS4America family today~making the holidays brighter! @Nationals @BrianBBauman pic.twitter.com/RA39nyrrGZ
— teams4taps (@teams4taps) December 22, 2014

"We were able to lift the spirits of a family that has lost a loved one," Werth said. "This time of year reminds me of family. If I could do something to help a family who has lost one of our nation's heroes, I'm glad to do it."

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- Dan Gartland

[via Washington Post]