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On YouTubeYohandy Morales News / Federal Baseball / January 3
Can Yohandy Morales make his mark on the Washington Nationals in 2026? 
There has been a lot of conversation around what the Nationals could do at the first base position in 2026. Most have assumed that the Nats would bring in some sort of veteran option at the position.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 3
This Draft Prospect Is Someone to Heavily Monitor for Nationals' First-Round Pick
It will be interesting to see how the Washington Nationals approach the 2026 MLB Draft. Following another disappointing season in 2025, they weren't able to be rewarded with a top pick.
Harry Ford News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 3
Harry Ford Given Surprising Odds to Make Nationals' Opening Day Roster
With 2026 now here, Washington Nationals fans can start looking ahead to how this team might look when Opening Day arrives on March 26. More moves will
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Luis Perales News / Federal Baseball / January 3
Could Luis Perales make an impact for the Washington Nationals earlier than expected?
One of the most interesting moves the Nats have made this offseason is when they acquired Luis Perales from the Red Sox for Jake Bennett. It was a rare prospect for prospect trade, which saw the Nats acquire Perales, who has an electric arm.
The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025
When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.
Washington Nationals News / Last Word On Sports / January 2
Could Nationals Be Moving On From MASN?
For their first 20 years in the nation’s capital, the Washington Nationals had no say in their television rights. That has now changed, and the team appears to be ready to make a jump.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / January 1
Where will the Washington Nationals be televised in 2026?
When the clock struck midnight, it marked not only a new year, but also the expiration of the Washington Nationals deal with MASN. The Nationals marriage with MASN was forced upon them by the Orioles as a condition to moving to DC.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / January 1
Five New Year’s Resolutions for the Washington Nationals
It is officially 2026, and with that comes a new chapter for the Washington Nationals. 2025 was a disappointing year on the field, but a massively important one off of it.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 31
This Stat Shows Just How Historic Nationals Star Daylen Lile's September Was
Towards the end of this past season, there wasn't much for Washington Nationals fans to be excited about when it came to the results on the field. James Wood and MacKenzie Gore cooled off tremendously from their All-Star first halves.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 31
Nationals Listed Among Six Teams That Could Take Step Forward in 2026
2025 was supposed to be the year where the Washington Nationals broke through a bit. After two straight seasons where they won 71 games, the optimism heading
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / December 31
The six best Washington Nationals moments from 2025
2025 was not exactly a banner year for the Washington Nationals, but that does not mean there were not any fun moments. As the year comes to a close, I wanted to highlight six of the coolest things that happened on the field for the Nats this year.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 30
Nationals Former First-Round Pick Highlighted as Someone Who Could Breakout in 2026
There are a lot of young players the Washington Nationals will by relying on to get themselves out of this rebuilding process. With Paul Toboni and his
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / December 30
Where Does 2025 Rank Among The Most Important Years In Washington Nationals History?
2025 was, for all intents and purposes, a pretty bad year for the Washington Nationals. Expectations weren’t especially high, with most fans expecting
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / December 30
Five Washington Nationals relievers who are breakout candidates in 2026
Entering 2026, the Washington Nationals bullpen is loaded with uncertainty. The unit had the worst bullpen ERA in all of baseball last year, with a 5.59 mark.
Washington Nationals News / Rodeo on SI / December 26
Sam Petersen Shines in NFR Debut, Finishes as Bareback Average Champion
The National Finals Rodeo was packed with the best rodeo athletes putting on their best performances of the year. All season long, bareback riders worked for this moment, and to hopefully go home with a title.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 23
Nationals Hire Shawn O’Malley As Assistant Hitting Coach
The Nationals announced their full 2026 coaching staff this afternoon. The only new development is the hiring of Shawn O’Malley as one of two assistant hitting coaches.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / December 19
Four Trade Offers the Nationals Would Accept for CJ Abrams
The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal reported on Dec. 8 that the Washington Nationals are receiving interest in shortstop CJ Abrams. While Rosenthal poured water on that fire a week later, writing that the Nationals want another year with the 25-year-old, a lot can change with one phone call.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / December 19
Playing GM: 5 Moves to Complete the Washington Nationals Roster for 2026
Each year on the Just Baseball Show, Peter Appel, Aram Leighton, and Jack McMullen put out a series of videos that has them “Play GM” for every single team in Major League Baseball.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / December 17
Reports: Nationals hiring Ani Kilambi to GM role
The Washington Nationals are hiring 31-year-old Ani Kilambi as their new general manager, according to multiple media reports on Wednesday. Kilambi has spent the last four years as assistant GM for the Philadelphia Phillies, leading the club's research departments and the club's use of data throughout the organization.
Washington Nationals News / Total Apex Sports / December 17
Ani Kilambi Hired As Next General Manager Of Washington Nationals
In a move that solidifies their new direction, the Nationals are hiring 31-year-old Ani Kilambi as their next general manager. Kilambi, who has spent the
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 17
Nationals To Hire Anirudh Kilambi As General Manager
The Nationals are going to hire Anirudh Kilambi as general manager, reports Jeff Passan of ESPN. Kilambi, who had been with the Phillies as an assistant general manager, will be the second-in-command in the Washington front office under president of baseball operations Paul Toboni.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 15
Twins reveal their plans for 2026 by adding former All-Star Josh Bell
Bell joins a list that will grow as the Twins look for more players on the margins to sign.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 13
Royals reportedly discussing trade with Nationals involving star players
The Kansas City Royals still have plenty of work to do on their roster. An unexpected trade could be the beginning of a domino effect.
Washington Nationals News / Larry Brown Sports / December 8
Nationals willing to trade two All-Star players
The Washington Nationals’ rebuild may be on the verge of a rebuild. The Nationals have expressed a willingness to trade both shortstop CJ Abrams and pitcher MacKenzie Gore, according to Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 6
Mariners trade top catching prospect Harry Ford for surprising return
Catching prospect Harry Ford is blocked at the major league level in the Seattle Mariners organization. As the Mariners are looking to improve the roster for a deep playoff run, Ford was expected to be on the trade block. That trade happened on Saturday.
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