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Gold Glove Infielder Named Fit for Nationals if He Hits Open Market

Something the Washington Nationals need to improve during the 2026 season is their infield defense. They were one of the worst teams across Major League Baseball when it came to outs above average and fielding run value, which did not help their already-poor and limited pitching staff.

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What impact could the return of DJ Herz and Josiah Gray make for the Washington Nationals

The Washington Nationals season was sunk by many things, but a poor pitching staff was the biggest culprit. They posted a 5.35 ERA as a team, the highest in franchise history.

Andrew Alvarez News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 27

Was Andrew Alvarez's Breakout With Nationals Real or Just a Mirage?

There wasn't a lot to root for down the stretch of this past season for Washington Nationals fans, but Daylen Lile's pursuit of the team's franchise triples record made things interesting when the team overall was limping to the finish line.

MLB News / Federal Baseball / October 27

Washington Nationals lose out on Craig Albernaz to rival Baltimore Orioles

So the Craig Albernaz dreams died pretty quickly for the Washington Nationals. Just a day after it was reported that he interviewed for the job, Jeff Passan reported that he was taking the Baltimore Orioles job instead.

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The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

MLB has been awarding the American League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1980 season. How many of the winners in that time can you name in six minutes?

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The 'Four-RBI ALCS games' quiz

The '2024 MLB RBI leaders' quiz

MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 27

Nationals Miss on Managerial Candidate After He Gets Hired by Orioles

For a while, there wasn't much information out there about what was taking place regarding the open Washington Nationals manager position. After new president

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 26

This Nationals Prospect Could Be Their Next Top 100 Guy

It's no secret that there is some exciting, young talent in the Washington Nationals' organization. With James Wood and CJ Abrams anchoring the lineup for years to come, the breakout of Daylen Lile this past season and the projection of what Dylan Crews could turn into is promising.

Miguel Cairo News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 26

Miguel Cairo, Another Candidate Have Interviewed for Nationals' Manager Opening

Things are starting to happen when it comes to this Washington Nationals managerial search. After it was radio silent for almost a month, there was an initial report that former Baltimore Orioles manager Brandon Hyde had been interviewed for the job opening.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / October 26

Could the Washington Nationals dive into the Japanese free agent market?

We have talked a bit about some of the names on the free agent market. Players like Dylan Cease, Pete Alonso and Alex Bregman would be dream targets for the Nats.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 26

Resurgent Veteran Starting Pitcher Named Fit for Nationals in Free Agency

One of the things that has to get addressed this offseason is the starting pitching situation for the Washington Nationals. While Cade Cavalli threw good

Brandon Hyde News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 25

Nationals interview former Orioles manager

Brandon Hyde has interviewed with the Washington Nationals about the team’s managerial vacancy, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. Hyde becomes the first known candidate for the manager’s job, as Washington’s first order of business was its search for new front office boss.

Andrew Alvarez News / Federal Baseball / October 25

Nationals Grades: Andrew Alvarez was a rare bright spot in the rotation

It has been well established that the Washington Nationals pitching staff was a disaster in 2025. They posted a 5.35 ERA as a team, which was the worst in team history.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Travis Sykora News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 25

Could This Nationals Prospect Be the Next Travis Sykora?

While the Washington Nationals didn't have a whole lot of pitching success on the big league roster they could enjoy this past season, there were plenty of head-turners down on the farm.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / October 25

Will the Washington Nationals hire a GM under Paul Toboni?

When Paul Toboni was hired as the Washington Nationals President of Baseball Operations, a lot of people assumed he would hire a GM underneath him. That structure has become very popular in the modern game.

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The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

The 'World Series home run leaders' quiz

The 'Active 3-passing-TD game leaders' quiz

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 25

Dark Horse Team Could Make 'Push' to Acquire Nationals Ace

The rumors and speculation regarding the Washington Nationals actually trading their ace MacKenzie Gore this offseason continues to run rampant. There is nothing that suggests a move of that magnitude is going to happen.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 24

Nationals Add Another Key Member to Their Front Office With Latest Hire

It's now clear what new Washington Nationals president of baseball operations Paul Toboni wants to get accomplished during the early stages of the offseason.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 24

Star Free Agent Slugger Named Potential Fit for Nationals This Offseason

What will the Washington Nationals do this offseason? That's what the fanbase is wondering after Paul Toboni was hired to take over as this franchise's president of baseball operations.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 24

Star Free Agent Slugger Named Potential Fit for Nationals This Offseason

What will the Washington Nationals do this offseason? That's what the fanbase is wondering after Paul Toboni was hired to take over as this franchise's president of baseball operations.

Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 24

Nationals to hire Justin Horowitz as assistant GM

The Nationals are set to hire Justin Horowitz as an assistant general manager.

The 25 most unlikely World Series heroes

The '2019 Washington Nationals World Series roster' quiz

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 24

Insider Believes Nationals Could Start Struggling Pitcher in Minors Next Year

Now that a new front office regime is in place for the Washington Nationals, all things are on the table when it comes to getting this team to the next level.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 24

Insider Believes Nationals Could Start Struggling Pitcher in Minors Next Year

Now that a new front office regime is in place for the Washington Nationals, all things are on the table when it comes to getting this team to the next level.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 22

Angels outright Carter Kieboom, Logan Davidson from roster

This was the first career outright for Davidson, who therefore had no choice but to accept the assignment. Kieboom, however, was outrighted by the Nationals in March 2024. So, he had the right to reject the assignment in favor of free agency, a right he quickly exercised.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 22

The Nationals need to swing big this offseason

The Nationals have a solid core in place, and it's time for them to make the moves that can carry them back into contention.

Three questions facing the New York Mets this offseason

Previewing MLB qualifying offer decisions for position players

Ranking the pending MLB free agents: National League edition

Every MLB player who hit 30 home runs in their rookie season

The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz

Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / October 21

What We Learned From the Nationals’ 2025 Season

The 2025 season did not go as planned for the Washington Nationals. After back-to-back 71-win rebuild seasons, the Nationals were poised to progress forward and show some signs of turning a corner in 2025, but instead finished with 66 wins.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 20