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Matt Waldron News / Field Level Media / August 26
Matt Waldron to debut for Nationals against visiting Rockies
Newly acquired right-hander Matt Waldron will make his Nationals debut when Washington hosts the Colorado Rockies in the third contest of a four-game series on Wednesday night.
Luis Perales News / Athlon Sports / August 26
Nationals Make Roster Move After Rockies Loss
The Washington Nationals are promoting right-handed pitching prospect Luis Perales from Triple-A Rochester to make his Major League Baseball debut. The move comes after Tuesday night’s 3-1 loss to the Colorado Rockies as Washington shifts its focus toward evaluating young talent.
The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26
Nationals To Recall Luis Perales For MLB Debut
The Nationals are recalling right-hander Luis Perales from Triple-A Rochester, as first reported on X by @saborio30play. Washington optioned righty Jake Bird after tonight’s loss to Colorado.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / August 26
Minor League Transactions: Bodine, Lackey, Isaac Promoted
With the final few weeks of the 2026 Minor League season upon us, some notable prospects have new homes for the stretch run. Caden Bodine and Xavier Isaac are now in Triple-A, while top Twins pick Vahn Lackey is with the Cedar Rapids Kernels.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 25
Seaver King, Luis Perales Might Force Nationals' Hand With Their Latest Accolade
With just six days remaining until Major League Baseball expands rosters from 26 men to 28, the Washington Nationals have some tough decisions to make before Sept.
Washington Nationals News / Viral Sports News / August 25
Washington Nationals Part Ways With Long-Time MLB Veteran
The Washington Nationals designated right-hander Trevor Williams for assignment on Tuesday, clearing a roster spot for Matt Waldron after claiming the knuckleballer off waivers from Toronto.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 25
Paul Toboni Continues Reshaping Nationals Roster With Latest DFA Decision
Back in the offseason, when Paul Toboni was hired as the Washington Nationals' president of baseball operations, there was a prevailing thought that a lot of roster change would be coming right away.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Trevor Williams News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 25
Nationals Designate Trevor Williams For Assignment
The Nationals announced today that right-hander Matt Waldron, who they recently claimed off waivers from the Blue Jays, has been added to the active roster.
Abimelec Ortiz News / Federal Baseball / August 25
Despite growing pains Abimelec Ortiz has a bright future for the Washington Nationals 
Abimelec Ortiz started his big league career on top of the world. In his first 11 games, he went 10 for 29 with 4 homers and a 1.160 OPS. It looked like the Nats not only replaced Luis Garcia Jr., but found an upgrade.
Cade Cavalli News / Federal Baseball / August 25
Nationals ace Cade Cavalli is learning to succeed without his best stuff
After the game, Cade Cavalli admitted to me that he was not executing to the level he wanted to. He was upset about the get me over breaking ball that Ezequiel Tovar “crushed” and the first-pitch fastball to Willi Castro that missed its spot.
CJ Abrams News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 25
Nationals Star CJ Abrams Joined Some Elite Company With His Steal on Monday
CJ Abrams returned to the Washington Nationals' lineup on Monday after he missed the last four games, and his comeback coincided with an offensive explosion that secured the team a much-needed victory.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 24
Nationals Deemed to Have One of Best Groups of Infield Prospects, Here's Why
Right now, the Washington Nationals have a problem when it comes to their major league infield. CJ Abrams, who was the team's starting shortstop at the start of the year and throughout his tenure in the nation's capital, is being moved to second base because of his poor defense.
MLB News / Federal Baseball / August 24
Nationals’ freefall comes home for 4 games against Rockies
The Nationals are getting dangerously close to the basement of the National League East, as a 3-game sweep at the hands of Miami now has them 10 games below .500 and just 1.5 games above the last place New York Mets.
Jacob Young News / Federal Baseball / August 24
Jacob Young has managed to hold off the competition and remain the Nationals center fielder
For most of Jacob Young’s time as the Nats starting center fielder, it was assumed that he was destined to be replaced. Young was a 7th round pick and not a very highly touted prospect.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 24
This One Statistic Shows Nationals Still Have Major Uphill Battle in Their Rebuild
The first goal of every team entering the Major League Baseball season is to win their respective division, and the Washington Nationals are no different.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / August 24
CJ Abrams’ Position Change Opens the Door for a Top Prospect
This year, the Washington Nationals have taken a massive step forward in their rebuild, in large part thanks to the sustained offensive performance of star CJ Abrams.
Washington Nationals News / Bleacher Report / August 23
Jacob Young News / Larry Brown Sports / August 24
Nationals’ Jacob Young climbs wall to make the catch of the year
Washington Nationals outfielder Jacob Young might have just clinched the catch of the year nod in Major League Baseball. Young scaled the left field fence at LoanDepot Park in Miami on Sunday to steal an extra-base hit from Miami Marlins outfielder Heriberto Hernandez to end the third inning.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 22
Nationals’ adds knuckleball pitcher with latest roster move
After DFAing multiple former All-Star pitchers during the month of August, the Washington Nationals have added to their pitching staff by claiming former Toronto Blue Jays knuckleball pitcher Matt Waldron off waivers.
Keibert Ruiz News / Field Level Media / August 22
Nationals' Keibert Ruiz strives to continue stellar season in matchup vs. Marlins
Washington Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz had two hits, including a home run, on Friday night in a loss to the Miami Marlins as he continued his breakout season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 20
Rangers' Jacob deGrom joins exclusive club with latest milestone
Jacob deGrom entered the game Thursday night against the Washington Nationals just shy of reaching a major career milestone. deGrom's second strikeout of the game was the 2,000th strikeout of his career.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / August 19
Cade Cavalli strikes out 11 as Nationals shut out Rangers
Andres Chaparro had three hits including a three-run homer, Cade Cavalli fanned 11 in six innings and the Washington Nationals snapped a four-game losing streak with a 6-0 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday in Arlington, Texas.
Washington Nationals News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15
Nationals make bold move that could define CJ Abrams’ future
The Washington Nationals are moving All-Star shortstop CJ Abrams to second base, manager Blake Butera announced Friday. Abrams has played the position exclusively during his five seasons with the club and will swap roles with Nasim Nunez in a gradual transition expected to take more than a day but less than several weeks.
James Wood News / Yardbarker / August 4
Nationals' downhill slide continues with James Wood headed to the IL
Washington's season got worse with its star player headed to the injured list.
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