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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.

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The Washington Nationals have hit rock bottom

Every game not started by Cade Cavalli has just become constant pain and misery. Last night, the team stooped to a low, losing 13-1 against the 52-81 Colorado Rockies.

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 / Washington Nationals on SI / August 26

Nationals Officially Call Up Luis Perales, Optioned Veteran as Corresponding Move

The Washington Nationals made things official. After there were multiple reports on Tuesday night that stated the Nationals were getting set to promote right-handed pitching prospect Luis Perales for his major league debut, the team formally announced that the move had been made.

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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?

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 26

Nationals Just Promoted Tons of Their Notable Minor League Pitchers

Late on Aug. 25, it was reported that the Washington Nationals are getting set to promote right-handed pitching prospect Luis Perales for his major league debut.

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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.

Matt Waldron News / Field Level Media / August 26

Matt Waldron to debut for Nationals against visiting Rockies

Newly acquired right-hander Matt Waldron will make his Nationals debut when Washington hosts the Colorado Rockies in the third contest of a four-game series on Wednesday night.

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.

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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.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 25

Seaver King, Luis Perales Might Force Nationals' Hand With Their Latest Accolade

With just six days remaining until Major League Baseball expands rosters from 26 men to 28, the Washington Nationals have some tough decisions to make before Sept.

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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.

Cade Cavalli News / Federal Baseball / August 25

Nationals ace Cade Cavalli is learning to succeed without his best stuff

After the game, Cade Cavalli admitted to me that he was not executing to the level he wanted to. He was upset about the get me over breaking ball that Ezequiel Tovar “crushed” and the first-pitch fastball to Willi Castro that missed its spot.

CJ Abrams News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 25

Nationals Star CJ Abrams Joined Some Elite Company With His Steal on Monday

CJ Abrams returned to the Washington Nationals' lineup on Monday after he missed the last four games, and his comeback coincided with an offensive explosion that secured the team a much-needed victory.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 24

Nationals Deemed to Have One of Best Groups of Infield Prospects, Here's Why

Right now, the Washington Nationals have a problem when it comes to their major league infield. CJ Abrams, who was the team's starting shortstop at the start of the year and throughout his tenure in the nation's capital, is being moved to second base because of his poor defense.

CJ Abrams News / Athlon Sports / August 24

CJ Abrams Returns to Nationals Lineup in New Role

CJ Abrams is back in the Washington Nationals’ starting lineup, but the shortstop will return to action in a different role Monday night against the Colorado Rockies.

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.

Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 22

Nationals’ adds knuckleball pitcher with latest roster move

After DFAing multiple former All-Star pitchers during the month of August, the Washington Nationals have added to their pitching staff by claiming former Toronto Blue Jays knuckleball pitcher Matt Waldron off waivers.

Keibert Ruiz News / Field Level Media / August 22

Nationals' Keibert Ruiz strives to continue stellar season in matchup vs. Marlins

Washington Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz had two hits, including a home run, on Friday night in a loss to the Miami Marlins as he continued his breakout season.

CJ Abrams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 21

Nationals’ CJ Abrams gets encouraging injury update on ankle problem

Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams received a positive update on his injured left ankle Thursday. The 25-year-old suffered a sprained left ankle in the ninth inning of Washington’s 6-0 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday.

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

Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / August 19

Cade Cavalli strikes out 11 as Nationals shut out Rangers

Andres Chaparro had three hits including a three-run homer, Cade Cavalli fanned 11 in six innings and the Washington Nationals snapped a four-game losing streak with a 6-0 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday in Arlington, Texas.

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.

James Wood News / Yardbarker / August 4