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On YouTubeWashington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 9
Nationals Opening Day Roster Prediction Version 1.0
The Washington Nationals have a day off from playing a spring training game on Monday, so I'm going to make my first Opening Day roster prediction for how I believe things are going to line up on March 26 against the Chicago Cubs.
Ronny Cruz News / Federal Baseball / March 9
Washington Nationals prospect Ronny Cruz puts himself on the map with Spring Training home run 
The Nationals have a stockpile of young infielders. That means 19 year old Ronny Cruz can get lost in the shuffle sometimes. However, he showed off what he can do yesterday in his first at bat of the spring.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 9
This Young Nationals Arm Could Make Push for Rotation Spot
The Washington Nationals made a big free agency splash over the weekend when it was reported that they agreed to a one-year major league deal with right-handed pitcher Zack Littell on March 8.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Zack Littell News / Federal Baseball / March 9
What will the Washington Nationals rotation look like after the Zack Littell addition
The Nationals bolstered their rotation in a big way yesterday when they signed Zack Littell. Once Littell is built up, he should slot in as the Nats number two starter behind Cade Cavalli.
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Zack Littell News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 8
Zack Littell's Addition Creates Major Question Marks for Other Nationals Pitchers
The Washington Nationals made a splash on Sunday when it was reported they had agreed to a deal with veteran right-handed pitcher Zack Littell. Long seen as someone the Nationals should go after this winter, the front office was able to bolster their starting rotation with this addition.
Zack Littell News / ESPN / March 8
Sources: Nationals reach deal with RHP Littell
Zack Littell has a new home after agreeing to a one-year contract with the Nationals, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan and Kiley McDaniel.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 8
Nationals Option Two Pitchers, Make More Cuts to Their MLB Spring Camp
There is a lot happening at this point on the baseball calendar, but the Washington Nationals continue to plug away and prepare for the upcoming season.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / March 8
The Washington Nationals pitching staff could surprise people in 2026
The Washington Nationals have made sweeping changes in the last year. After nearly two decades with the organization, Mike Rizzo was let go in July and the Nationals decided to go in a new direction.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 7
Nationals Spring Breakout Game Listed as One of Best Potential Prospect Matchups
On March 19, the Washington Nationals will face the St. Louis Cardinals in this year's Spring Breakout game that will feature the top prospects from each team.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 7
Nationals Starting to Line Things Up for Their Probable Opening Day Starter
The Washington Nationals haven't announced who their starting pitcher is going to be on Opening Day when they face the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on March 26, but there's a clear front-runner.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / March 7
Washington Nationals late additions to the bullpen impressing in camp
The Washington Nationals added two experienced relievers on minor league deals right as camp was starting. Drew Smith and Cionel Perez have been quality big league relievers in the not too distant past, but have seen their stock fall due to injuries in the case of Smith and a dropoff in production for Perez.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 7
Nationals Outfielder Says He's 'Gotten More Instruction' This Spring Than Ever Before
When the Washington Nationals made the decision to fire their longtime executive Mike Rizzo and World Series-winning manager Dave Martinez in the middle of the season last year, that was a sign this franchise could be ready for some major changes.
Robert Hassell News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 7
Robert Hassell III Could Be Playing His Way Into Substantial Role With Nationals
When Robert Hassell III made his MLB debut on May 22 last year, that was a huge moment for the Washington Nationals since that meant everyone in the return of the storied Juan Soto trade had made it to the bigs besides star prospect Jarlin Susana.
Cade Cavalli News / Federal Baseball / March 7
Cade Cavalli should be the Washington Nationals Opening Day starter
Having seen a couple weeks of Spring Training, it is clear who the Washington Nationals best pitcher is. That would be Cade Cavalli, who is trending towards being Nats Opening Day starter.
Harry Ford News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 6
Nationals Star Prospect Harry Ford Has Signature Moment in World Baseball Classic
Two Washington Nationals are competing in this year's World Baseball Classic: Harry Ford for Team Great Britain and Matt Mervis for Team Israel. Ford is no stranger to the bright lights of the international stage.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / March 6
Washington Nationals 2026 Spring Training Storylines
Spring training is a big time for teams to figure out what the roster will look like for Opening Day, as well as getting to see the young kids in the organization get a chance to play with and against higher competition.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 6
Nationals' Spring Breakout Roster Is Absolutely Stacked
One of the most intriguing games on the spring training calendar for every team across Major League Baseball is the Spring Breakout that features top prospects from every club.
Luis Perales News / Federal Baseball / March 6
Luis Perales’ Fastball Is In A Tier Of Its Own
Luis Perales made his Nationals Spring Training debut in the 4th inning versus the New York Mets yesterday, recording a scoreless inning with one walk allowed.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 5
Nationals pitcher drops brutally honest response to Jurickson Profar’s PED situation
When Miles Mikolas signed with the Washington Nationals, he expected to be facing off against Jurickson Profar and the Atlanta Braves quite often. But due to Profar’s season-long suspension for PEDs, Mikolas won’t be seeing the Braves outfielder at all in 2026.
Dylan Crews News / Field Level Media / March 2
Nats OF Dylan Crews (thumb) day-to-day
Washington Nationals outfielder Dylan Crews is day-to-day with a left thumb contusion after getting hit by a pitch. X-rays were negative after Crews was struck during a live batting practice on Saturday, according to MLB Network.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 26
Umpire Laz Diaz gets booed over his stunt during spring training
Laz Diaz still is not doing his PR any favors.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 23
Phillies' Bryce Harper has high praise for Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin
A former MVP who knows something about starting a career with high expectations added to the hype around Pittsburgh Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin.
Miles Mikolas News / Yardbarker / February 11
Nationals add two-time All-Star pitcher after trading Mackenzie Gore
Lacking depth in the starting rotation after trading Gore, the Nationals decided to spend a little on the free agent market to bring in a quality veteran, right-hander Miles Mikolas.
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