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On YouTubeWashington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 19
Nationals Sign Intriguing First Baseman After He Flashed at Times During Rookie Year
Where are the Washington Nationals going to get a first baseman? That has been a prevailing thought throughout the offseason when it came to how this new front office regime was going to approach that key position.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 19
Nationals Lose Two Major Trade Partners in Potential MacKenzie Gore, CJ Abrams Deals
The Hot Stove season keeps on cooking across Major League Baseball. But unfortunately for the Washington Nationals on Friday, that meant a potentially fatal flaw when it came to getting a monster return for some of their best players this winter.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 19
Longtime Veteran Reliever Listed as Someone Nationals Should Sign This Winter
The relief market is starting to dwindle, and that puts the Washington Nationals in a tough spot. While they were never going to add top-of-the-line bullpen
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / December 19
Taking a deep dive into the Washington Nationals youth movement 
Nats fans have said a lot of things about owner Mark Lerner in recent years. However, one thing you cannot accuse him of is not picking a direction after firing Mike Rizzo.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / December 19
Four Trade Offers the Nationals Would Accept for CJ Abrams
The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal reported on Dec. 8 that the Washington Nationals are receiving interest in shortstop CJ Abrams. While Rosenthal poured water on that fire a week later, writing that the Nationals want another year with the 25-year-old, a lot can change with one phone call.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / December 19
Playing GM: 5 Moves to Complete the Washington Nationals Roster for 2026
Each year on the Just Baseball Show, Peter Appel, Aram Leighton, and Jack McMullen put out a series of videos that has them “Play GM” for every single team in Major League Baseball.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 18
Evaluator Reveals if Eli Willits Will Be Nationals' No. 1 Prospect by End of 2026
The Washington Nationals shocked everyone when they picked Eli Willits No. 1 in the 2025 draft. Long connected to Ethan Holliday and then later breakout collegiate pitcher Kade Anderson, the fact they took fellow prep star Willits over Holliday was a surprise to get the coveted event started.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 18
Nationals Among Teams 'Who Have Been Most Aggressive' for Mid-Tier Starters
The Washington Nationals seem to have their front office in place. Following Paul Toboni's decision to hire 31-year-old Ani Kilambi to become the team's next general manager, it seems like the remainder of the focus this offseason will come on the player's side of things now that the coaching staff is also finalized.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 18
These Are 3 Perfect Stopgap Solutions for Nationals to Pursue at First Base
The Washington Nationals have had a busy offseason thus far, but that hasn't come on the player's side of things just yet. Prior to the Winter Meetings taking place, they were able to pull off a trade for Harry Ford that featured shipping rising reliever Jose A.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 18
Nationals Boss Explains Why He Hired 31-Year-Old General Manager Ani Kilambi
The Washington Nationals continue to skew young. That was on full display when owner Mark Lerner decided to hand the reins of the baseball operations department over to 35-year-old Paul Toboni.
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.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / December 17
Reports: Nationals hiring Ani Kilambi to GM role
The Washington Nationals are hiring 31-year-old Ani Kilambi as their new general manager, according to multiple media reports on Wednesday. Kilambi has spent the last four years as assistant GM for the Philadelphia Phillies, leading the club's research departments and the club's use of data throughout the organization.
Washington Nationals News / Total Apex Sports / December 17
Ani Kilambi Hired As Next General Manager Of Washington Nationals
In a move that solidifies their new direction, the Nationals are hiring 31-year-old Ani Kilambi as their next general manager. Kilambi, who has spent the
MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 17
Paul Toboni Hires New GM of Nationals by Plucking Away Phillies Executive
When Paul Toboni was hired as the Washington Nationals new president of baseball operations, it wasn't clear if he would bring on a general manager under him.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 17
Nationals To Hire Anirudh Kilambi As General Manager
The Nationals are going to hire Anirudh Kilambi as general manager, reports Jeff Passan of ESPN. Kilambi, who had been with the Phillies as an assistant general manager, will be the second-in-command in the Washington front office under president of baseball operations Paul Toboni.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 17
There Is One Obvious Internal Closer Candidate Nationals Should Roll With
Despite the clear need for bullpen upgrades, everyone knew the Washington Nationals wouldn't be shopping at the top of the market when it came to the closing position.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 16
Nationals add former 1st-round pick on 1-year contract
The Washington Nationals have hit the rest button completely on their organization, hiring Paul Toboni as their president of baseball operations and Blake Butera as their manager.
Foster Griffin News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 16
Nationals Agree to Major League Deal With 2025 NPB All-Star Foster Griffin
The offseason is starting to heat up for the Washington Nationals. After there were countless trade rumors and speculation featuring MacKenzie Gore and CJ Abrams, new president of baseball operations Paul Toboni was able to get two deals done that improves the long-term outlook of this franchise.
Foster Griffin News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 16
Nationals To Sign Foster Griffin
The Nationals are going to sign left-hander Foster Griffin, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. It’ll be a one-year, $5.5MM contract with another $1MM in incentives for the Excel Sports Management client.
Washington Nationals News / The Spun / December 16
PGA Tour Star Justin Thomas Announces $1 Million Donation
One of Alabama's most noteworthy alums is reportedly giving back in a big way to the school that helped launch his professional golf career. On Tuesday,
Josh Bell News / Yardbarker / December 15
Twins reveal their plans for 2026 by adding former All-Star Josh Bell
Bell joins a list that will grow as the Twins look for more players on the margins to sign.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 13
Royals reportedly discussing trade with Nationals involving star players
The Kansas City Royals still have plenty of work to do on their roster. An unexpected trade could be the beginning of a domino effect.
Josiah Gray News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 12
Nationals sign 2023 All-Star to $1.35 million deal
The Washington Nationals and starting pitcher Josiah Gray have come to an agreement on a one-year contract that will allow the team and the pitcher to avoid arbitration.
Josiah Gray News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 12
Nationals, Josiah Gray Avoid Arbitration
The Nationals announced that they have signed a one-year deal with right-hander Josiah Gray to avoid arbitration. Gray will make $1.35MM in 2026, reports Jeff Passan of ESPN.
Washington Nationals News / Larry Brown Sports / December 8
Nationals willing to trade two All-Star players
The Washington Nationals’ rebuild may be on the verge of a rebuild. The Nationals have expressed a willingness to trade both shortstop CJ Abrams and pitcher MacKenzie Gore, according to Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 6
Mariners trade top catching prospect Harry Ford for surprising return
Catching prospect Harry Ford is blocked at the major league level in the Seattle Mariners organization. As the Mariners are looking to improve the roster for a deep playoff run, Ford was expected to be on the trade block. That trade happened on Saturday.
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