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Nationals Skipper Wants His Team to Feel Sting of Their 'Worst Loss of the Year'

The calendar might have changed from Wednesday to Thursday, but it's still hard to fathom exactly what happened to the Washington Nationals in their finale against the San Francisco Giants.

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Washington Nationals pitchers do not have good enough stuff to succeed

When Mitchell Parker came into the game yesterday, most Nats fans knew things would not end well. Nobody was surprised when that Bryce Eldridge fly ball sailed out of Oracle Park because we have seen Parker give up home runs so many times.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / June 10

It is decision time for Blake Butera and Paul Toboni about Mitchell Parker and the Nationals bullpen

Well that sucked. Just when it looked like the Nationals had a series win in the bag, the bullpen completely melted down. The Giants rallied from 9-1 down to stun the Nats.

MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 10

Nationals Fail to Sweep Giants in Most Shocking Way Possible

Exactly a week ago, the Washington Nationals had just been swept by the Miami Marlins to start June. That was a disappointing result after they had such a great month in May.

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The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?

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

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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 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 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.

Riley Cornelio News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 9

Nationals Want Riley Cornelio to Become Long-Term Fixture in Their Bullpen

Entering Tuesday's slate of games, the Washington Nationals ranked No. 23 in team ERA at 4.58. That is a massive improvement compared to where they were at the beginning of the season, and credit has to be given to the coaches and everyone on the pitching staff for bouncing back to get to this point.

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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 / 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

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / June 9

Two way talent Jared Grindlinger is being heavily connected to the Nationals in the draft

In just about every mock draft you read, the Washington Nationals are connected to one name. That name is 17 year old prodigy Jared Grindlinger, who is a two way player who reclassified into the 2026 class.

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Gavin Fien News / Federal Baseball / June 9

The Washington Nationals have turned Gavin Fien into an outfielder

When Gavin Fien was drafted by the Rangers 12th overall, he was listed as a shortstop. However, most evaluators expected him to slide over to third base.

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

Nationals ask Andrew Alvarez for another strong start, this time vs. Giants

Andrew Alvarez will be in search of a second consecutive sharp start when the Washington Nationals go for a back-to-back road win over the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday night.

MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 9

Nationals Rally for Gutsy Win Against Giants With Clutch Hitting

The Washington Nationals continued their road trip on Monday against the San Francisco Giants, and for a team looking to stay in the NL Wild Card hunt, it was paramount for them to win some games against a team that entered the day with a 27-29 record.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 9

Nationals rally for 3 in ninth inning, push past Giants

CJ Abrams stroked a two-run, game-tying single and Daylen Lile followed two batters later with a two-out, two-strike RBI single as the Washington Nationals rallied in the ninth inning to overtake the San Francisco Giants 4-3 on Monday.

CJ Abrams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 8

Padres’ perfect trade offer for Nationals’ CJ Abrams

There’s no disguising the San Diego Padres’ offense this season. Ditto for the horrible season Manny Machado is having. However, a trade could help turn things around.

CJ Abrams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 8

Dodgers’ perfect trade offer for Nationals’ CJ Abrams

The Los Angeles Dodgers don’t have big worries, despite a brutal recent loss. And they look as explosive as ever at times. But they still might need to make a trade.

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.

Washington Nationals News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 8

Eli Willits, Devin Fitz-Gerald on the Move in Nationals' Farm System

Two of the Washington Nationals' highest-ranked prospects are reportedly expected to be promoted to their next respective level in the minors. Shortstop

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.

Washington Nationals News / Total Pro Sports / May 30

Washington Nationals Fire Executive After Hidden Camera Exposes Religious Discrimination

The Washington Nationals were a major force in the MLB during the 2010s, but they have barely competed on the field for more than half a decade. In fact, Washington has not had a winning campaign since winning the 2019 World Series.

Jake Irvin News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 24

Nationals Place Jake Irvin On 15-Day Injured List

Prior to today’s game with the Braves, the Nationals announced that right-hander Jake Irvin had been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a strain in his throwing shoulder. Left-hander PJ Poulin was called up from Triple-A in the corresponding move.

James Wood News / Yardbarker / May 20