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Justin Lawrence News / Federal Baseball / June 24
Washington Nationals claim hard throwing sidearmer Justin Lawrence off waivers 
Clearly, Paul Toboni and the front office knew that they needed to shake up the bullpen in some way. It started with demoting Paxton Schultz for Carson Palmquist.
Luis Perales News / Federal Baseball / June 24
The Washington Nationals should convert Luis Perales into a reliever
As we all know, the Nationals need guys with louder stuff in the bullpen. They rank last in stuff+ and whiff rate among relievers. However, I think they have a potential solution sitting in their Triple-A rotation.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / June 24
The floor of the Washington Nationals bullpen is incredibly low
With Trea Turner at the plate, Brad Lord and the Washington Nationals were one strike away from completing another emotional win over the Phillies. In what felt like an hour later, Trea Turner came to the plate again in the top of the 9th to single and make it 14-8 Phillies.
The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz
How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 23
This Projected 2029 Nationals Lineup and Rotation Looks Awesome
The Washington Nationals entered June 23 firmly in the postseason mix, as they held a share of the final NL Wild Card spot. That is an exciting development for this franchise.
CJ Abrams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 23
Nationals slugger CJ Abrams scratched late vs. Phillies with side tightness
The Washington Nationals scratched shortstop CJ Abrams from Tuesday night’s matchup vs. the Philadelphia Phillies because of left side tightness. The late change came shortly before first pitch, creating a notable absence for the Nationals in a key NL East matchup.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 23
Massive Sell-Off at Trade Deadline Could Have Long-Term Ramifications for Nationals
The Washington Nationals are doing something at this stage of the season that nobody expected, as they are firmly in the National League playoff picture.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 23
Nationals Pipeline Report: Eli Willits, Gavin Fien Stay Red-Hot
It's been an incredible start to the year for the Washington Nationals when it comes to their pipeline. Not only have the prospects they acquired in the MacKenzie Gore deal lived up to the hype, but some of the stars already in the farm system have also taken steps forward in their careers.
Nasim Nunez News / Federal Baseball / June 23
Nasim Nunez’s bat has come around for the Washington Nationals in June
Nasim Nunez’s speed and defense have always been exceptional. However, for most of this season, the bat has been so bad that fans questioned whether the juice was worth the squeeze.
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
DJ Herz News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 23
Nationals Shut Down DJ Herz With Flexor Muscle Strain
Nationals left-hander DJ Herz suffered a setback in his recovery from last year’s Tommy John procedure. Skipper Blake Butera told reporters (including Byron Kerr of MLB.com) that the southpaw has been pulled off his rehab assignment after suffering a flexor muscle strain.
DJ Herz News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 22
Nationals Pitcher DJ Herz Suffers Key Injury Setback on Rehab Assignment
There was some unfortunate news for the Washington Nationals revealed on Sunday. Left-handed pitcher DJ Herz, who was scheduled to make a start for Single-A Fredericksburg as part of his rehab assignment, experienced forearm soreness following his last appearance on June 16.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 22
Former Top Prospect Seen as 'Best Trade Bait' for Nationals Ahead of Deadline
The Washington Nationals find themselves in an interesting spot six weeks before the trade deadline. They have a record of 40-38. They entered June 22 a half-game out of the final NL Wild Card spot.
MLB News / Federal Baseball / June 22
Nationals Prepare To Do Battle With The Phillies In Perhaps Their Biggest Series In Years
In a rubber match for the series yesterday afternoon, the Nationals hung around against the Rays, taking a 3-2 lead into the 7th inning, but were unable to hold onto it, as a Jonny DeLuca 2-run blast off Orlando Ribalta in the bottom of the 7th gave the Rays a 1-run lead they would hold onto for the 4-3 win.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / June 22
Eli Willits is on the road to superstardom, but he has been raised to be ready for this
Five hours before first pitch in Wilmington on the Saturday before Father’s Day, Eli Willits sat down with me in the visiting dugout at Frawley Stadium.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 22
Homer streaks on line when Phillies visit Nationals
CJ Abrams looks to extend his homer streak to four games when the Washington Nationals open a four-game homestand against the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday night.
Blake Butera News / Field Level Media / June 21
Nationals manager Blake Butera sees defense key to winning vs. Rays
The Washington Nationals will attempt to win their sixth straight road series when they face the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday afternoon in St. Petersburg, Fla.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 20
Nationals deliver rare victory over Rays
Andres Chaparro dribbled in the tiebreaking run, Washington's bullpen finished with 6 1/3 strong innings, and the Nationals won 4-3 over Tampa Bay to even their series with the Rays on Saturday afternoon in St.
Dylan Crews News / Athlon Sports / June 20
Dylan Crews Is Chasing Too Much and Making the Best Contact of His Career. Both Things Are True.
Dylan Crews is an interesting case in the fantasy baseball world, where his final fantasy verdict varies depending on which number you look at. His surface stats scream at owners to drop him from their rosters.
Shinnosuke Ogasawara News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 18
Shinnosuke Ogasawara Signs With NPB’s Yomiuri Giants
Left-hander Shinnosuke Ogasawara officially signed with the Yomiuri Giants of Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball on Thursday. He’d been in Double-A with the Nationals but was granted his release on Monday.
CJ Abrams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18
Braves’ perfect trade offer for Nationals’ CJ Abrams
The injury news has piled up for the Atlanta Braves in the lineup and also on the mound. Therefore, a deal might be in the offing. And here is the Braves’ perfect trade offer for the Nationals’ CJ Abrams.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 17
Nationals Release Julian Fernández
The Nationals announced Wednesday that they’ve requested unconditional release waivers on righty Julian Fernández, whom they’d designated for assignment last week.
Washington Nationals News / Athlon Sports / June 16
Nationals Top Prospect Showing No Signs of Slowing Down
The Washington Nationals had high expectations for Eli Willits when they selected him with the first overall pick in last year's MLB Draft. Nearly a year later, Willits has exceeded those expectations.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 15
Dodgers' Mookie Betts earning All-Star votes despite struggles
When it comes to Mookie Betts' actual production so far during the 2026 season, the Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop is enduring the worst year of his career.
Foster Griffin News / Yardbarker / June 9
Why Nationals' Foster Griffin merits Rookie of Year consideration
Since returning from Japan and signing with the Washington Nationals this offseason, left-hander Foster Griffin has been worth every penny.
James Wood News / Just Baseball / June 8
James Wood Has Become the Offensive Anchor the Nationals Needed
For the better part of the past several seasons, the Washington Nationals have been searching for the foundational pieces of their next competitive roster.
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