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Blake Butera News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 10
Nationals manager Blake Butera brings over Rays confidant as bench coach
The Washington Nationals are continuing their overhaul under new leadership, as first-year manager Blake Butera brings a trusted colleague from the Tampa Bay Rays to join his staff.
MacKenzie Gore News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 10
Nationals rumors: The blockbuster trade expected to jumpstart new era
The Washington Nationals have hit the reset button on their organization, hiring a new president of baseball operations and manager. Their next move could be trading away one of their best assets.
The 'World Series MVPs' quiz
MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 10
Nationals to hire Rays' Michael Johns as bench coach
The Nationals are planning to hire Rays first base coach Michael Johns as the bench coach under new manager Blake Butera, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.
25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series
Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.
Seaver King News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 10
Seaver King, Jake Bennett Cap Successful AFL With Strong Fall Stars Game
The Washington Nationals sent a solid group of prospects to the Arizona Fall League this year. Normally, teams use that showcase circuit to get injured players more reps, get some players who struggled during the season out of their funk and to see what their top-ranked prospects can do against other highly-rated minor leaguers.
Blake Butera News / Federal Baseball / November 10
Washington Nationals hire Rays first base coach Michael Johns to be the bench coach 
Blake Butera has made his first big staffing hire as Washington Nationals manager. One of the biggest calls the 33 year old had to make was hiring a bench coach.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 10
KBO Record Setter Viewed As Ideal Fit for Nationals This Offseason
Because it's unclear how the Washington Nationals are going to operate this offseason, just about everything is on the table when discussing the possibilities of what the front office might do.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / November 10
The 2021 Trade Deadline set the Washington Nationals back years
The Washington Nationals rebuild started at the 2021 trade deadline when they traded away a large chunk of their roster. However, 4.5 years later it is clear that those moves set the rebuild back rather than giving it the intended jolt.
MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 9
Trading for Embattled Astros Slugger Could Be Perfect Solution for Nationals
As the Washington Nationals put together their gameplan for the offseason, one can only assume that bolstering first base is at the top of their list. Unless they are willing to convert Luis Garcia Jr.
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 / Federal Baseball / November 9
The Washington Nationals should sign this unconventional free agent
Over the years we have seen a few pitchers who struggled in the MLB reinvent themselves in the KBO. A couple recent examples are Merrill Kelly and Erick Fedde.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 9
Is This Free Agent Nationals' Best Option At First Base?
First base needs to be addressed by the Washington Nationals this offseason. With Josh Bell now a free agent and Nathaniel Lowe no longer with the team because they placed him on waivers in the middle of the year, the cold corner is the clearest hole on this roster.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 8
Starting Pitcher Who Posted a 2.18 ERA Could Be Option for Nationals
With it being unclear exactly how much money Washington Nationals owner Mark Lerner is willing to spend this offseason, it's hard to envision they will be shopping at the top of the free agency market.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 8
Nationals’ Mike DeBartolo to serve in assistant GM role
The Nationals parted ways with multiple front office members after bringing in new president of baseball operations Paul Toboni, but Mike DeBartolo was reportedly staying in the organization.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 8
Staggering Number of Nationals Minor League Players Have Become Free Agents
The Washington Nationals' major league roster isn't the only thing Paul Toboni has to focus on during his first offseason in charge. That's because a staggering 34 players in the Nationals' minor league system have opted to become free agents.
Brad Lord News / Federal Baseball / November 8
What should Brad Lord’s role be for the Washington Nationals in 2026?
In a season where the Nationals pitching staff was pretty brutal, Brad Lord was a bright spot. The former Home Depot employee stepped up for the Nationals in a variety of roles.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 8
10-Year Veteran Named Starting Pitching Fit for Nationals
Paul Toboni has already started putting in some work on the Washington Nationals' roster. After designating some players for assignment and outrighting others to Triple-A Rochester, there have been some notable departures that has freed up space on the 40-man roster.
Washington Nationals News / Sporting News / November 8
Nationals have whopping 34 players leaving for free agency instead of signing new contracts
This is the most in MLB.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 7
Insider Believes Nationals Front Office Will Be Heavily Involved in Day-to-Day Action
Paul Toboni is the new president of baseball operations for the Washington Nationals and Blake Butera has been tabbed as the manager of this team going forward.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 7
Nationals Could Have a New Fourth Outfielder Next Season
Roster changes have already started happening for the Washington Nationals this offseason. While the majority has come on the pitching side of things, with two electing to become free agents and another two getting claimed off waivers, there's a chance Paul Toboni and his new front office shake some things up in the position player group.
Christian Franklin News / Federal Baseball / November 7
Where Does Christian Franklin Fit Into The Picture Of The 2026 Washington Nationals?
The Nationals have a glut of outfielders who are currently in the major leagues, such as James Wood, Dylan Crews, and Jacob Young, and more that will be arriving soon, such as Christian Franklin and Andrew Pinckney.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 7
Japanese Star Slugger Who Nationals Could Pursue Is Set to Officially Be Posted
Just about every team across Major League Baseball has tried to ramp up their presence overseas to land the next great Japanese player, and the Washington Nationals are no different.
Trey Lipscomb News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6
Nationals outright Trey Lipscomb
The Nationals announced Thursday that infielder Trey Lipscomb went unclaimed on waivers and has been assigned outright to Triple-A Rochester. Washington also reinstated catcher Drew Millas, lefty DJ Herz and righties Trevor Williams and Josiah Gray from the 60-day injured list.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / November 4
Blake Butera Hiring Is a Worthwhile Risk for New-Look Nationals
The Washington Nationals have been among the most downtrodden franchises in Major League Baseball in the 2020s. They may have won the World Series in 2019, but every season since has been a disappointment.
Blake Butera News / Yardbarker / October 31
Nationals set to hire MLB's youngest manager in over 50 years
Washington fired former manager Dave Martinez, who helped lead it to its first World Series title in 2019, ahead of the All-Star break.
Stephen Strasburg News / Yardbarker / October 28
Stephen Strasburg accepts coaching role with his alma mater
Injuries may have created physical limitations that shortened the career of the former Washington Nationals right-hander, but his love of pitching never faltered.
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