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Nationals’ James Wood accomplishes impressive feat vs. Tigers

Washington Nationals left fielder James Wood is in the midst of a breakout season. Despite flying under some fans’ radar on a Nationals squad that’s 13 games under .500, opposing teams are already pitching around Wood.

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Derby contestant James Wood goes 5-for-5 as Nats beat Tigers

James Wood had five hits that included his 23rd home run, Paul DeJong added a three-run blast and the Washington Nationals hung on to defeat the Detroit Tigers 11-7 on Thursday night, taking the rubber game of the series.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 3

Nationals Infielder Ready To 'Wipe the Slate Clean' After 'Traumatic Injury'

This past offseason, the Washington Nationals decided to be fairly dormant in free agency. While they could have gone after some of the high-profile names

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Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / July 3

Why You Should Continue To Be Patient With Washington Nationals Jose A. Ferrer

Despite rocky results so far in 2025 for the young Nats lefty, underlying metrics suggest a turnaround can happen It was the usual story for Jose A. Ferrer in his relief appearance against the Detroit Tigers last night.

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Who should be the starting MLB All-Stars at every position?

The starting lineups for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game are set to be revealed on July 6. While the fans have their say for the starting lineups, the most deserving All-Star starters could be very different than the actual starters.

MLB News / Federal Baseball / July 3

Detroit Tigers success provides a road map for the Washington Nationals

A couple years ago, the Tigers were in a similar spot to the Nationals, but after making changes they are among baseballs elite Right now, the Detroit Tigers have the best record in the American League and the second best record in baseball.

James Wood News / Field Level Media / July 3

Nationals' James Wood latest to commit to Home Run Derby

Washington Nationals slugger James Wood will bring his massive power to the big stage, becoming the third player to commit to the July 14 Home Run Derby at Atlanta.

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Watch: Nationals Centerfielder Makes Insane Leaping Grab to Rob a Home Run

Much has been said about the rise of the Washington Nationals' young core so far this season, mainly because the stellar play from the team's talented group of youngsters has been the only real silver lining in what has become a lost season.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 3

Five Washington Nationals Top Prospects to Watch at MLB Trade Deadline

The Washington Nationals are unlikely to trade many prospects at the MLB trade deadline, which comes on July 31. But it doesn't mean the Nationals won't get calls from teams around the league inquiring about the availability of certain prospects.

Jacob Young News / Federal Baseball / July 3

Jacob Young is back to his best for the Washington Nationals

Since returning from injury, Jacob Young has looked more like his 2024 self Last night, Jacob Young made one of the best catches I have ever seen a National make.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 3

MLB Insider Predicts These Nationals Standouts Will Make NL All-Star Team

The month of June was not kind to the Washington Nationals, who entered the year's sixth month on a hot streak and genuinely were threatening to push for a National League wild card spot.

Jake Irvin News / Field Level Media / July 3

Jake Irvin, Nationals eye series victory vs. Tigers

The Washington Nationals will shoot for their second straight series win when they host the Detroit Tigers on Thursday evening. After dropping seven consecutive series, Washington took two of three games from the Los Angeles Angels last weekend.

Jacob Young News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 2

Nationals’ Jacob Young steals home run with insane grab vs. Tigers

The Washington Nationals haven’t done a whole lot of winning this season but the team boasts some exciting potential. The Nationals have one of the youngest rosters in the majors.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 2

Nationals use 6-run inning to surge past Tigers, split DH

Nathaniel Lowe's bases-loaded triple keyed a six-run eighth inning and the host Washington Nationals rallied past the Detroit Tigers 9-4 on Wednesday night to earn a split of the day-night doubleheader.

Trevor Williams News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 2

Nationals Top Prospect Has Stellar Debut in Relief of Struggling Trevor Williams

The Washington Nationals hosted the Detroit Tigers -- owners of the best record in the American League -- on Wednesday for a doubleheader after Game 1 of the series was rained out on Tuesday evening.

Andry Lara News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 2

Washington Nationals Top Prospect Andry Lara Notches Strikeout in MLB Debut

The front end of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Detroit Tigers couldn't have gone much worse for the Washington Nationals. Detroit racked up six runs in the first inning alone, then built out a 10-0 lead midway through the fourth.

Washington Nationals News / Inside The Diamonds / July 2

Washington Nationals Roster Moves 7/2/2025

Major League Baseball rules allow teams to add a 27th man on doubleheader days, and today the Washington Nationals recalled right-handed pitcher Andry Lara from the Double‑A Harrisburg Senators to fill that role against the Detroit Tigers.

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