Stephen Strasburg's shutdown sparked outrage. But here's why John Wall is different

In 2012, nothing in the sports world triggered an avalanche of criticism and debate quite like Stephen Strasburg’s shutdown. ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith called the Nationals‘ decision to not let Strasburg pitch in the postseason “disgraceful.” Rudy Giuliani wasn’t a fan of the move, nor was Donald Trump. “When Strasburg leaves @Nationals for another team for more money, will Washington still like the decision to shut him down for his good?” Trump tweeted.

That was then.

Eight years later, the shutdown of a major D.C. sports star barely registers on the radar.

With the NBA set to return later this summer from the coronavirus shutdown, Wizards guard John Wall almost certainly won’t be rejoining his…