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Nationals Claim Jhancarlos Lara, Designate Julian Fernandez

The Nationals announced that they have claimed right-hander Jhancarlos Lara from the Braves and optioned him to Double-A Harrisburg. In a corresponding move, the Nats designated righty Julian Fernandez for assignment.

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Blake Butera and the Nationals are sticking with their struggling relievers

Despite the bullpen meltdown the other day, the Nationals are not making any changes to the active roster. Mitchell Parker and Paxton Schultz are staying around despite their roles in blowing a 9-1 lead.

Washington Nationals News / CBSSports.com / June 12

The Nationals are one of MLB's best surprises, so would they trade one of their best players at the deadline?

The Nats, above .500 entering the weekend, have taken a step forward under new lead exec Paul Toboni

MLB News / Federal Baseball / June 12

Nationals Look To Restore The Good Vibes At Home Against Mariners

The Nationals’ West Coast trip was a successful one, taking 2 out of 3 in both series and bringing themselves back over .500, but the way the final game of the trip ended, it felt like a disaster.

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The 'MLB K-leaders since 1995' quiz

How many of the pitchers to lead all of Major League Baseball in strikeouts in the Wild Card Era (since 1995) can you name in five minutes?

The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz

The 'AL & NL strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

The '1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers' quiz

Eli Willits News / Federal Baseball / June 12

Eli Willits is showing an unexpected power stroke in the Nationals system

When Eli Willits was drafted first overall last year, he was seen as a very polished and skilled ballplayer for such a young guy. He had great bat to ball skills from both sides of the plate, a rock solid glove at shortstop, and an overall high baseball IQ.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

CJ Abrams News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 12

A Team Has Reportedly 'Already Checked On' Availability of Nationals' CJ Abrams

It's going to be a long couple of months when it comes to trade rumors surrounding Washington Nationals star shortstop CJ Abrams. As of right now, it appears like he might be the best player who could possibly be dealt.

Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / June 12

Nationals, smarting from historic collapse, attempt to recover vs. M's

The Washington Nationals will try to put perhaps the worst loss in franchise history behind them when they open a three-game series against the visiting Seattle Mariners on Friday night.

CJ Abrams News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 11

4 Non-CJ Abrams Players Nationals Could Deal Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Washington Nationals got a much-needed day off on Thursday following their historic collapse in the finale against the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday.

Devin Fitz-Gerald News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 11

This Might Be Devin Fitz-Gerald's Future Position, Which Could Be Great for Nationals

One of the biggest storylines surrounding the Washington Nationals this year is how great things are going down on their farm. President of baseball operations Paul Toboni has the goal of creating an elite pipeline to push the franchise's rebuild forward, and that means they need returns in their farm system.

Foster Griffin News / Federal Baseball / June 11

The Washington Nationals signing of Foster Griffin was one of the best moves of the offseason

Due to the bullpen collapse it will be mostly forgotten, but Foster Griffin had yet another rock solid start yesterday. He has been such an outstanding addition to the rotation, and signing him out of Japan has proven to be an outstanding deal for Paul Toboni.

Eli Willits News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 11

Nationals' Top Prospect Eli Willits Immediately Thrives in Second High-A Game

The Washington Nationals' highest-ranked prospect, shortstop Eli Willits, is already putting on a show following his recent promotion to High-A Wilmington.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 11

Nationals Haven't Been Good in Sweep Situations, Here's What Their Record Could Be

The Washington Nationals suffered a historic loss on Wednesday. With a chance to sweep the San Francisco Giants, the Nationals looked well on their way to doing that when they entered the bottom of the eighth inning with an eight-run lead.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 10

Nationals Seem to Have Changed Position of Their Prized Prospect

Gavin Fien was the prized return of the MacKenzie Gore trade for the Washington Nationals over the winter, and the expectation was that he would be manning the left side of the infield alongside top-ranked prospect Eli Willits in the nation's capital for years to come when they reached The Show.

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The '6+ three-pointer NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'Single-playoff goal leaders' quiz

The 'Youngest 30-point NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / June 10

Four stats that explain the rise of the Washington Nationals in 2026

It is June 10th and the Washington Nationals are tied for the third Wild Card spot in a competitive National League. Before the season, the thought of that would sound insane, but here we are.

MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 10

Nationals Win Two Straight Against Giants, Now Tied for Final NL Wild Card Spot

The Washington Nationals have had a successful six-game road trip. Not only did they take two out of three against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the desert, but they have turned around and won the first two in their set against the San Francisco Giants to secure their second straight series victory.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 10

Nationals strive to continue successful run in San Francisco

The Washington Nationals will seek to continue their recent mastery at Oracle Park in San Francisco when they go for a three-game sweep of the Giants on Wednesday afternoon.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 10

Early offense sparks Nationals to another win over Giants

Luis Garcia Jr. hit the 11th pitch of the game for a two-run homer, James Wood had three hits and scored twice, and the visiting Washington Nationals made it two straight wins over the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday with a front-running 6-3 victory.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / June 10

Minor League Transactions: Eli Willits, Kayson Cunningham Promoted

The 2025 MLB Draft class, or at least some of the players from that crop, is moving fast. Eli Willits and Kayson Cunningham made light work of Low-A. And now, those two will receive new tests, as the two were promoted to High-A by their respective organizations.

Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / June 9

Why Nationals' Foster Griffin merits Rookie of Year consideration

Since returning from Japan and signing with the Washington Nationals this offseason, left-hander Foster Griffin has been worth every penny.

How Mets' schedule could impact if they become sellers ahead of trade deadline

Mets' Kodai Senga problem not going away

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

CJ Abrams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 9

Cardinals’ perfect trade offer for Nationals’ CJ Abrams

It might be a good move for the St. Louis Cardinals to go after pitching to improve their playoff chances. And a recent sweep has them thinking big. But a big offensive deal might be best, and here is the Cardinals’ perfect trade offer for the Nationals’ CJ Abrams.

Andrew Alvarez News / Field Level Media / June 9