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On YouTubeWashington 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.
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?
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.
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.
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 / Washington Nationals on SI / March 5
New Nationals Prospect Luis Perales Flashed His Elite Stuff in Team Debut
The second notable trade of the Paul Toboni era saw the Washington Nationals send high-floor left-handed pitcher Jake Bennett for high-ceiling right-handed pitcher Luis Perales.
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.
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 / Federal Baseball / March 5
Washington Nationals announce a stacked Spring Breakout roster
On March 19th at 4:30 PM EST, the Nationals are playing in the Spring Breakout game against the Cardinals. The Spring Breakout game is a very cool concept the MLB introduced a few years ago where teams top prospects play against each other in a showcase event.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 5
Blake Butera Might Have Given Nationals Fans a Sneak Peek at Opening Day Lineup
The Washington Nationals faced Venezuela in an exhibition game on Wednesday night as the latter gears up for their time in the World Baseball Classic.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 5
Nationals Announce Second Round of Cuts From Major League Camp
As the spring continues, the Washington Nationals will start making more cuts to their MLB camp. The first round already happened, as five players -- including Jarlin Susana and Travis Sykora -- were reassigned to the team's minor league camp.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 4
Nationals Set Star-Studded Starting Lineup for Exhibition Game vs. Venezuela
The Washington Nationals are back in action on Wednesday night as they continue their scheduled spring training slate of games. But the matchup they have on March 4 is an intriguing one against Venezuela, as teams around the globe prepare for the upcoming World Baseball Classic.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 4
Nationals 2025 Draft Pick Miguel Sime Jr. Flashes Elite Stuff in New Video
One of the things Washington Nationals fans should follow this year is how the 2025 draft class performs. While some of those players got their first taste of professional baseball when they competed in the minors following their draft selections, there are others who have not stepped foot on the diamond.
Harry Ford News / Federal Baseball / March 4
Washington Nationals catcher Harry Ford poised to make a statement at the World Baseball Classic
Yesterday Great Britain played in their first tune-up game for the World Baseball Classic. That meant we got to see Harry Ford in a Great Britain jersey.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 3
These Nationals Players Have Underwhelmed During Early Spring Training Action
On Tuesday, the Washington Nationals got to enjoy a rare day off on their calendar during this spring training ramp-up period before the 2026 season gets underway.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 3
Paul Toboni, Mike DeBartolo Have Completely Overhauled This Nationals Farm System
Things have changed for the Washington Nationals when it comes to their farm system. Following the MacKenzie Gore trade that aimed to add more high-end young talent to their minor league ranks, it was clear in the latest top 30 prospect rankings put out by MLB Pipeline that the ceiling for the Nationals has been raised.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 3
5 Nationals Players Who Have Stood Out During Early Spring Training Games
The Washington Nationals have a rare day off on Tuesday during this spring ramp-up period. So it's a good time to sit back and take stock of what has taken place over the course of the early spring training schedule.
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.
Blake Butera News / Total Pro Sports / February 21
'They’re Going To Be Pushed Like Never Before' – Blake Butera Take Brutal Approach For The Washington Nationals
The Washington Nationals began the offseason with Paul Toboni, 35, taking over as the president of baseball operations. He brought in Blake Butera as the new manager for the Nationals.
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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