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Blake Butera News / Federal Baseball / June 19
Blake Butera and the Nationals have deep ties to the Rays organization 
The Nationals and Rays are facing off this weekend, and these two teams suddenly have very deep ties. In a lot of ways, the Rays are the model organization that the Nats are trying to become, though hopefully with a bit more spending.
Nasim Nunez News / Field Level Media / June 18
Nasim Nunez, Nats riding high entering series with slumping Rays
The Washington Nationals arrive in Florida in their best standings position in seven seasons, and the club is hoping for positive chaos in its three-game series with the Tampa Bay Rays starting Friday night in St.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 18
Nationals Breakout Star Will Reportedly Draw Serious Trade Interest
At the midpoint of June, the Washington Nationals are firmly in the race for an NL playoff position. Tied with the Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres for the final Wild Card spot on June 18, the Nationals will have to make some hard decisions ahead of the Aug.
The 'College World Series winners' quiz
The College Baseball World Series dates back to 1947. How many of the champions can you name?
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 18
Nationals Pipeline Report: Three Notable Prospects Having Power Surge Right Now
Things continue to trend upwards for the Washington Nationals when it comes to their pipeline. One of the goals stated by new president of baseball operations Paul Toboni when he took over this job was to make the Nationals' farm system one of the best in the sport.
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.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / June 18
Three high velocity relievers the Washington Nationals could target at the deadline
Earlier today, I made a little trade deadline preview where I discussed some of the bigger names and set the stage for August 3rd. Now, I want to talk about 3 under the radar targets.
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.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / June 18
What should Paul Toboni and the Washington Nationals do at the trade deadline?
Entering the season, I would guess that Paul Toboni fully anticipated being sellers at the trade deadline. However, year one under this new regime has exceeded all expectations.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 18
Nationals Release Right-Handed Reliever Following His DFA
The Washington Nationals made an interesting roster move on Wednesday. Their team account announced the release of right-handed pitcher Julian Fernandez.
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.
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 / Federal Baseball / June 17
The Washinton Nationals Schedule Is About To Start Playing To Their Favor
Through the first 2 months of the 2026 MLB season, the Nationals played as tough a schedule as anyone in baseball. They played 4 National League teams that made the playoffs in 2025 in their first 5 series, and then proceeded to play 17 straight games without a day off, stretching from April 10th to 26th.
MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 17
Nationals Are Officially in Playoff Mix After Securing Series Win Over Royals
On Tuesday, the Washington Nationals won their fourth series in a row and their seventh out of their last eight when they beat the Kansas City Royals, 6-4.
Curtis Mead News / Field Level Media / June 16
Curtis Mead's homer sends Nats past Royals for another series win
Curtis Mead hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the seventh inning and the host Washington Nationals defeated the Kansas City Royals 6-4 on Tuesday. Nasim Nunez opened the bottom of the seventh with a walk against reliever Daniel Lynch IV (2-1), went to second on a groundout and stole third.
Dylan Crews News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 16
Eye Test Says Nationals Star Dylan Crews Has Improved, Here's What the Numbers Say
On June 6, Dylan Crews blasted his second home run of the season for the Washington Nationals. Now, he sits with four after he hit homers on June 12 against the Seattle Mariners and June 15 against the Kansas City Royals.
Keibert Ruiz News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 16
Former GM Believes Nationals' Keibert Ruiz Is Realistic Trade Option for Yankees
One of the biggest storylines of the year for the Washington Nationals has been the turnaround of maligned catcher Keibert Ruiz. Coming into 2026, there was a thought that he might no longer be part of the organization.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / June 16
Luis Garcia Jr. is an underrated part of the Washington Nationals elite offense
We have talked a lot about the Nats offense this season, and for good reason. Between the star duo of James Wood and CJ Abrams, as well as supporting pieces like Curtis Mead, Jacob Young and Daylen Lile, the boys have gotten a lot of love here.
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 / Field Level Media / June 15
Nationals ride 5-run 5th inning to take down Royals
Dylan Crews' three-run homer capped a five-run fifth inning and the Nationals beat the Kansas City Royals 7-3 Monday night in Washington. Trailing 3-2, Washington loaded the bases with no outs when Keibert Ruiz and Nasim Nunez singled, and James Wood walked.
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.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 12
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.
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.
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.
Washington Nationals 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.
CJ Abrams News / Athlon Sports / June 3
CJ Abrams Shares Decision Outside MLB Amid 5th Season With Nationals
The Washington Nationals are treading even water. At 31-31, the Nationals are in third place in the National League East, 10.5 games back of the first-place Atlanta Braves.
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