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CJ Abrams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 23
Nationals slugger CJ Abrams scratched late vs. Phillies with side tightness
The Washington Nationals scratched shortstop CJ Abrams from Tuesday night’s matchup vs. the Philadelphia Phillies because of left side tightness. The late change came shortly before first pitch, creating a notable absence for the Nationals in a key NL East matchup.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 23
Massive Sell-Off at Trade Deadline Could Have Long-Term Ramifications for Nationals
The Washington Nationals are doing something at this stage of the season that nobody expected, as they are firmly in the National League playoff picture.
The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz
How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 23
Nationals Pipeline Report: Eli Willits, Gavin Fien Stay Red-Hot
It's been an incredible start to the year for the Washington Nationals when it comes to their pipeline. Not only have the prospects they acquired in the MacKenzie Gore deal lived up to the hype, but some of the stars already in the farm system have also taken steps forward in their careers.
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Nasim Nunez News / Federal Baseball / June 23
Nasim Nunez’s bat has come around for the Washington Nationals in June 
Nasim Nunez’s speed and defense have always been exceptional. However, for most of this season, the bat has been so bad that fans questioned whether the juice was worth the squeeze.
DJ Herz News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 23
Nationals Shut Down DJ Herz With Flexor Muscle Strain
Nationals left-hander DJ Herz suffered a setback in his recovery from last year’s Tommy John procedure. Skipper Blake Butera told reporters (including Byron Kerr of MLB.com) that the southpaw has been pulled off his rehab assignment after suffering a flexor muscle strain.
Foster Griffin News / Federal Baseball / June 23
Washington Nationals ace Foster Griffin spun yet another gem
After the game, Foster Griffin told me, “You are not done until the manager shakes your hand and says you are done”. Last night, that hand shake did not come until one out in the 8th inning.
MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 22
How Each Possible Result Could Affect the Nationals in Their Series Against Phillies
The Washington Nationals are coming off their first series loss since the beginning of the month after they dropped two out of three against the Tampa Bay Rays.
DJ Herz News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 22
Nationals Pitcher DJ Herz Suffers Key Injury Setback on Rehab Assignment
There was some unfortunate news for the Washington Nationals revealed on Sunday. Left-handed pitcher DJ Herz, who was scheduled to make a start for Single-A Fredericksburg as part of his rehab assignment, experienced forearm soreness following his last appearance on June 16.
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 22
Former Top Prospect Seen as 'Best Trade Bait' for Nationals Ahead of Deadline
The Washington Nationals find themselves in an interesting spot six weeks before the trade deadline. They have a record of 40-38. They entered June 22 a half-game out of the final NL Wild Card spot.
MLB News / Federal Baseball / June 22
Nationals Prepare To Do Battle With The Phillies In Perhaps Their Biggest Series In Years
In a rubber match for the series yesterday afternoon, the Nationals hung around against the Rays, taking a 3-2 lead into the 7th inning, but were unable to hold onto it, as a Jonny DeLuca 2-run blast off Orlando Ribalta in the bottom of the 7th gave the Rays a 1-run lead they would hold onto for the 4-3 win.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / June 22
Eli Willits is on the road to superstardom, but he has been raised to be ready for this
Five hours before first pitch in Wilmington on the Saturday before Father’s Day, Eli Willits sat down with me in the visiting dugout at Frawley Stadium.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 22
Homer streaks on line when Phillies visit Nationals
CJ Abrams looks to extend his homer streak to four games when the Washington Nationals open a four-game homestand against the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday night.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / June 21
Washington Nationals drop a tight game to the Rays as the bullpen cost them
The Nats got into a bullpen battle with the Rays, and inevitably that did not end well. Tampa got three scoreless innings out of their bullpen, while Gus Varland and Orlando Ribalta both faltered for the Nats.
Blake Butera News / Field Level Media / June 21
Nationals manager Blake Butera sees defense key to winning vs. Rays
The Washington Nationals will attempt to win their sixth straight road series when they face the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday afternoon in St. Petersburg, Fla.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 20
Nationals deliver rare victory over Rays
Andres Chaparro dribbled in the tiebreaking run, Washington's bullpen finished with 6 1/3 strong innings, and the Nationals won 4-3 over Tampa Bay to even their series with the Rays on Saturday afternoon in St.
Dylan Crews News / Athlon Sports / June 20
Dylan Crews Is Chasing Too Much and Making the Best Contact of His Career. Both Things Are True.
Dylan Crews is an interesting case in the fantasy baseball world, where his final fantasy verdict varies depending on which number you look at. His surface stats scream at owners to drop him from their rosters.
Shinnosuke Ogasawara News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 18
Shinnosuke Ogasawara Signs With NPB’s Yomiuri Giants
Left-hander Shinnosuke Ogasawara officially signed with the Yomiuri Giants of Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball on Thursday. He’d been in Double-A with the Nationals but was granted his release on Monday.
CJ Abrams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18
Braves’ perfect trade offer for Nationals’ CJ Abrams
The injury news has piled up for the Atlanta Braves in the lineup and also on the mound. Therefore, a deal might be in the offing. And here is the Braves’ perfect trade offer for the Nationals’ CJ Abrams.
Julian Fernandez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18
Nationals release former Dodgers pitcher
The Washington Nationals released right-handed pitcher Julian Fernandez Wednesday after he cleared waivers, following his designation for assignment last week and removal from the 40-man roster.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 17
Nationals Release Julian Fernández
The Nationals announced Wednesday that they’ve requested unconditional release waivers on righty Julian Fernández, whom they’d designated for assignment last week.
Washington Nationals News / Athlon Sports / June 16
Nationals Top Prospect Showing No Signs of Slowing Down
The Washington Nationals had high expectations for Eli Willits when they selected him with the first overall pick in last year's MLB Draft. Nearly a year later, Willits has exceeded those expectations.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 15
Dodgers' Mookie Betts earning All-Star votes despite struggles
When it comes to Mookie Betts' actual production so far during the 2026 season, the Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop is enduring the worst year of his career.
Foster Griffin 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.
James Wood News / Just Baseball / June 8
James Wood Has Become the Offensive Anchor the Nationals Needed
For the better part of the past several seasons, the Washington Nationals have been searching for the foundational pieces of their next competitive roster.
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