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Fresh off rout, Nationals look to finish strong vs. Cards

After enduring Tommy John surgery and the subsequent monotonous rehab, Cade Cavalli said he wants to help make the Washington Nationals winners again. On the same day he signed a four-year, $47 million contract extension, Cavalli dominated for five scoreless innings against the St.

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How the Nationals and Cardinals, two of MLB's biggest surprises in 2026, can speed up their rebuilds in 2027

Their surprise stories ended too early to be true playoff contenders this season, but these teams seem poised to compete sooner than later

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 19

CJ Abrams, Cade Cavalli Made Rare Nationals History on the Same Night

The Washington Nationals got set to face the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday. But before that game got underway, some massive news was announced. Right-handed pitcher Cade Cavalli officially agreed to a contract extension with the Nationals.

Cade Cavalli News / Field Level Media / September 18

Cade Cavalli reaches 200 strikeouts as Nationals rout Cardinals

Cade Cavalli pitched five scoreless innings and recorded the 200th strikeout of his first full major league season Friday night, leading the Washington Nationals to a 9-1 victory against the host St.

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Cade Cavalli News / Stadium Rant / September 18

Nationals Extend Cade Cavalli: What The Move Means For Emerging Team After 2026

The Washington Nationals announced on Friday that they extended 28-year-old right-hander Cade Cavalli through the 2030 season. The deal guarantees $47M over the course of the contract, coming out to a $11.75M AAV.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Cade Cavalli News / Field Level Media / September 18

Nationals lock up RHP Cade Cavalli with 4-year extension

The Washington Nationals agreed to a four-year contract extension plus a club option for 2031 with right-hander Cade Cavalli on Friday. Reports pegged the worth as $47 million.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / September 18

Nationals to sign ace Cade Cavalli to four-year contract extension

The Washington Nationals have locked in starting pitcher Cade Cavalli to a four-year, $47 million contract extension through the 2030 season, with a club option for 2031.

Sonny Gray reportedly could pull a shocker this offseason

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Jose Ramirez reaches 1,000 career RBI as Guardians top Athletics

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Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / September 18

The Washington Nationals Head to St. Louis for Their Final Road Trip of the Season

The Washington Nationals will head to St. Louis for a three-game weekend series after splitting a short two-game set against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Cade Cavalli News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 17

Nationals, Cade Cavalli Nearing Agreement On Contract Extension

The Nationals and right-hander Cade Cavalli are closing in on a contract extension, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. Murray says the deal is not done but there is optimism about getting something across the finish line.

Josiah Gray News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 17

Nationals Reinstate Josiah Gray From 60-Day Injured List

The Nationals announced that right-hander Josiah Gray has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list. Outfielder Andrew Pinckney was optioned to Triple-A Rochester yesterday, which opened an active roster spot.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 17

Surprising Youngster Tabbed as Nationals' Breakout Prospect of the Year

The future looks bright for the Washington Nationals. While it could still take a while for that to be realized on a grand scale, the major league roster

Washington Nationals News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Nationals Demote Player Immediately After Shutout Loss

The Washington Nationals made a late roster move Wednesday night, optioning outfielder Andrew Pinckney to Triple-A Rochester following their shutout loss to the Philadelphia Phillies.

Daylen Lile News / Federal Baseball / September 17

Daylen Lile is a realistic extension candidate for the Washington Nationals

As we enter the offseason, extensions will be a hot topic. Outside of Keibert Ruiz a few years ago the Nats have not really given out long term contracts to their young players.

Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / September 17

Nationals Have a 1-2 Punch to Build Their Rotation Around

It has been quite some time since the Washington Nationals have been relevant when it comes to discussing teams that could genuinely contend for a playoff spot, even with the added benefit of another Wild Card spot.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 15

Daylen Lile's pinch-hit HR helps Nats top Phillies for 4th straight win

Daylen Lile hit a pinch-hit, three-run homer in the seventh inning to lift the host Washington Nationals to a 6-3 win against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first of a two-game series Tuesday night.

Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 12

How Nationals’ CJ Abrams, James Wood just joined Jose Ramirez, Francisco Lindor in MLB history

The Washington Nationals may not reach the postseason this year, but James Wood and CJ Abrams have still performed well. In fact, Wood and Abrams became the second pair of teammates who are 25 years old or younger to record 30 or more home runs and 20 or more stolen bases in a season, according to Sarah Langs.

MLB News / Viral Sports News / September 12