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Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / July 15
Washington Nationals sign first rounder Chris Hacopian to an under slot deal 
It did not take long for the Nats to agree on a deal with 11th overall pick Chris Hacopian. The Nats signed the former Texas A&M and Maryland star to a $5.7 million deal.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 15
Top 5 Nationals Performers From First Half of Season
The Washington Nationals entered the All-Star break with a 48-49 record. That puts them four games out of the final NL wild card spot, which was a disappointing result based on where they had been previously.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 15
Nationals to promote talented catcher prospect after All-Star break
The All-Star break has come and gone as teams around MLB are preparing for the second half of the season. With the Washington Nationals still within striking distance of a potential playoff spot, it appears the club is switching things up with the roster.
The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz
MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight minutes?
Washington Nationals News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 15
Drew Millas' Injury Creates Opportunity for Nationals Prospect Harry Ford
The Washington Nationals are set to begin the second half of the season without one of their catchers. But that has reportedly opened the door for Washington to call up the team's top catching prospect.
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.
Max Kranick News / Athlon Sports / July 15
Nationals to Recall Top Catching Prospect, Activate Max Kranick
The Washington Nationals will have some reinforcements when the second half opens Friday against the Athletics. According to Spencer Nusbaum of The Athletic, the Nationals plan to recall top catching prospect Harry Ford from Triple-A Rochester after the All-Star break.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 14
MLB All-Star Game cleanup hitters to make history
A pair of young All-Stars will combine to make history on Tuesday night.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 14
This Day 1 Nationals Draft Pick Named 'Sleeper to Watch'
On paper, the Washington Nationals crushed it with their first-round pick. Not only does infielder Chris Hacopian have an elite hit tool that made him
Washington Nationals News / New Baseball Media / July 13
2026 MLB First-Half Recap: Washington Nationals
Much like the Miami Marlins, the Washington Nationals have surprised a few people. The Nats have emerged as one of the best young offenses, and that lineup has helped keep Washington in the playoff race.
Washington Nationals News / Athlon Sports / July 13
Nationals' Slugger Wins Second NL Player of the Week Award
Like his American League counterpart, Ben Rice of the New York Yankees, Washington Nationals All-Star James Wood has been named National League Player of the Week for the second time.
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.
Robert Hassell News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 13
Former Top Prospect Could Be Prime Trade Chip for Nationals After He Was Outrighted
One of the most surprising bits of news surrounding the Washington Nationals during the first half of the season was that outfielder Robert Hassell III was designated for assignment on July 5.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 13
1 trade Nationals must not make at 2026 MLB trade deadline
It has been a historic season for Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood. And he has led the surprisingly successful team, which already dipped its toes into unusual trade waters.
Foster Griffin News / Athlon Sports / July 13
Foster Griffin's Curveball Turned From a Weakness Into a Weapon, and the Numbers Show It
Foster Griffin is 10-2 with a 2.77 ERA and has caught the eye of at least one of your fantasy baseball leaguemates. Should you try to beat that owner to the waiver wire, or to coax him from his present owner, before the second half begins?
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 13
Yankees make franchise history with third straight comeback in series sweep
New York's come-from-behind 5-3 victory over the Washington Nationals on Sunday completed a series sweep and showed a type of historic resilience for a team trying to stay in contention without its best player.
Robert Hassell News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 12
Nationals Outright Robert Hassell III
The Nationals announced that outfielder Robert Hassell III has cleared waivers and been assigned outright to Triple-A Rochester. As a player with less than a year of big league service time and no prior outright assignments, Hassell must accept the assignment and report to Triple-A.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 11
Nationals' bullpen blows another home lead in loss to Yankees
There's no nice way to say this. The Washington Nationals have the worst bullpen in Major League Baseball.
Washington Nationals News / 5 GOATs / July 11
Washington Nationals select Texas A&M 2B Chris Hacopian in 2026 MLB Draft
The Washington Nationals have selected Texas A&M second baseman Chris Hacopian in the 2026 MLB Draft. One of the top draft prospects from this year is now off the board.
Andre Granillo News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 11
Tigers Claim Andre Granillo
The Tigers announced that right-hander Andre Granillo was claimed off the Nationals’ waiver wire. Granillo has been optioned to Triple-A Toledo, and no other transaction was required since Detroit had an open space on its 40-man roster.
Luis Garcia News / Yardbarker / July 10
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / July 8
Foster Griffin shines as Nationals handle Astros
Foster Griffin pitched seven strong innings, Luis Garcia Jr. had three hits including a three-run homer and the Nationals beat the Houston Astros 8-2 Wednesday night in Washington.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3
Cade Cavalli, Willson Contreras among four suspended for Red Sox-Nationals brawl
Major League Baseball announced four suspensions on Thursday for a bench-clearing incident that took place between the Boston Red Sox and Washington Nationals earlier this week.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 1
Beltway rivals Orioles and Nationals complete first trade between franchises
The Nationals and Orioles made their first trade since relocation. It may be a sign that the two sides are ready to coexist.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 30
Red Sox's Willson Contreras throws helmet at Nationals' Cade Cavalli during bench-clearing brawl
For the second consecutive night, Willson Contreras of the Boston Red Sox was ejected following a strikeout. However, there were plenty more fireworks associated with his shortened night on Tuesday.
Mitchell Parker News / Yardbarker / June 30
Nationals pitcher Mitchell Parker likely needs season-ending surgery
2026 marked the third major league season in Parker's young career, but it was on pace to be the worst.
Luis Garcia News / Yardbarker / June 28
Luis Garcia Jr. fuels Nationals' win with second multi-HR game of June
Closing out the month the same way he opened it, Washington Nationals first baseman Luis García Jr. powered his team to a 6-4 victory over the Baltimore
Jarlin Susana News / Yardbarker / June 25
Nationals' long-term answer at closer may be working his way back
The Nationals have one glaring Achilles' heel: the bullpen.
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