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Nationals Should Get James Wood Back 'In the next Few Days'

As the Washington Nationals have faded during the month of August, one thing has mainly stood out. Their offense, which had easily been the highest-scoring operation in the MLB since the early part of the season, had cooled off in a major way.

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13 Win Pitcher Listed as Starter in Miami Marlins vs Washington Nationals August 29th Matchup

Game 2 of the Miami Marlins versus the Washington Nationals continues on August 29th, and the pitching matchup is very interesting. While neither pitcher has an ERA below 3.00 this year, both have at least 12 wins.

Brady House News / Federal Baseball / August 29

Brady House’s insane home run showcased his tantalizing power upside

Last night, Brady House hit one of the more impressive home runs I have seen at Nationals Park. In the third inning, House absolutely unloaded on a 99 MPH fastball from Eury Perez.

Connelly Early News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 29

Nationals Reportedly Have Rehab Assignment Date in Mind for Connelly Early

The Washington Nationals could have some talent return before the end of the season. James Wood is inching his way back to a return after he suffered an oblique injury and left-handed pitcher DJ Herz continues his progress towards pitching in the bigs again after shining during his second rehab assignment.

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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?

Jackson Kent News / Federal Baseball / August 29

How Nationals lefty Jackson Kent had the best start of his young career

After looking shaky and antsy in his first three starts as a big leaguer, Jackson Kent truly put himself on the map last night. Outside of Cade Cavalli and Foster Griffin, who have combined for 28 quality starts, great pitching performances have been hard to come by for the Nats.

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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.

Cade Cavalli News / Field Level Media / August 29

Cade Cavalli, Nationals seek rare 2026 win vs. Marlins

The Washington Nationals recently completed a stretch of games in which they went 3-12 and saw their National League wild-card hopes fall by the wayside.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 28

Jackson Kent fires 7 strong innings for first win as Nats rout Marlins

Brady House smacked a three-run homer, Jackson Kent pitched seven innings of one-run ball to earn his first major league win and the Washington Nationals beat the visiting Miami Marlins 9-2 on Friday.

Jarlin Susana News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 28

Nationals Star Prospect Jarlin Susana Should Absolutely Compete in Arizona Fall League

On Wednesday, star Washington Nationals prospect Jarlin Susana made his return to Double-A. Following a surgical procedure he underwent on his lat last year, the flamethrowing right-hander had been on the shelf for the entire season until he was sent on his rehab assignment to High-A Wilmington back on Aug.

Washington Nationals News / Fadeaway World / August 28

Stephen Jackson, Matt Barnes Rip ‘Loser’ Skip Bayless For Disrespecting Russell Westbrook

Russell Westbrook announced his retirement on Aug. 12 and is widely expected to become a first-ballot Hall of Famer in 2029. It would be a deserved honor for Westbrook, but veteran NBA analyst Skip Bayless thinks he shouldn’t even be a Hall of Famer, let alone get in on the first ballot.

Jarlin Susana News / Minor League Baseball on SI / August 27

Nationals Prospect Jarlin Susana Brings Triple-Digit Fastball Back to Double-A

Washington Nationals right-handed pitching prospect Jarlin Susana made 11 starts for the Double-A Harrisburg Senators in 2025 before dealing with season-ending surgery for a right lat tear.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 27

Nationals walk past Rockies, 7-1

Daylen Lile had three hits including a solo home run, Keibert Ruiz hit a two-run homer and the Nationals defeated the Colorado Rockies 7-1 on Thursday to earn a split of the four-game series.

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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.

Devin Fitz-Gerald News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 27

Recent Scouting Report on Nationals Top Prospect Devin Fitz-Gerald Was Not Positive

When the Washington Nationals traded MacKenize Gore to the Texas Rangers this past offseason, the headliner of their return package was 2025 first-round pick Gavin Fien.

Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / August 27

Nationals' Cade Cavalli has been significant bright spot in the rotation

Washington Nationals right-handed starting pitcher Cade Cavalli has been a notable bright spot this season.

Nationals Designate Trevor Williams For Assignment

Nationals To Recall Luis Perales For MLB Debut

The '2019 Washington Nationals World Series roster' quiz

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Blake Butera News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 27

Nationals Manager Blake Butera Calls Out His Team After Ugly Loss to Rockies

Remember that harmonious feeling the Washington Nationals had largely induced for the majority of this season? Right now, it feels like that was ages ago.

Luis Perales News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 26

The Good, The Bad From Nationals Prospect Luis Perales' Up-and-Down MLB Debut

Before Wednesday's game, the Washington Nationals officially called up right-handed pitcher Luis Perales for his major league debut. Expected to be used out of the bullpen at some point after recently-claimed pitcher Matt Waldron was scheduled to open the game, Perales' eventual appearance was a highly-anticipated one.

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.

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.

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.

James Wood News / Athlon Sports / August 24

Nationals Get James Wood Update Ahead of Rockies Matchup

James Wood has taken another step in his recovery as the Washington Nationals continue to wait for their All-Star outfielder to return from a left oblique strain.

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.

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.

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.

Gerrit Cole, Yankees blank Orioles to clinch sweep

Zach Neto's seven RBI spark the Angels to 18-3 pounding of Houston

Sal Stewart's monster HR in Reds' win puts him on track for MLB history

Shohei Ohtani gets updated timeline for next pitching return milestone

Diamondbacks to transfer Ketel Marte to injured list amid drama

CJ Abrams 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.

CJ Abrams News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 14

Nationals moving CJ Abrams to second base

Nationals manager Blake Butera announced to the media today that CJ Abrams will be gradually moving from shortstop to second base. He will still play shortstop on occasion but Nasim Nuñez will be the regular and Abrams will be a regular second baseman once he gets comfortable there.