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Washington Nationals News / Bleacher Report / August 23
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 23
Nationals Are Limping to Finish Line in Worst Way Imaginable
Just two weeks ago, on Aug. 9, the Washington Nationals won their third game in a row with an emphatic sweep over the Cincinnati Reds to stay within striking distance of a constantly fluctuating NL wild card picture with a record of 59-61.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / August 23
The 2026 Washington Nationals have become a deeply depressing team to watch 
In the third inning, Jacob Young made one of the most incredible catches you will ever see. He scaled the wall like spiderman to make an insane grab to rob Heriberto Hernandez of extra bases.
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Washington Nationals News / Larry Brown Sports / August 23
Nationals’ Jacob Young climbs wall to make the catch of the year
Washington Nationals outfielder Jacob Young might have just clinched the catch of the year nod in Major League Baseball. Young scaled the left field fence at LoanDepot Park in Miami on Sunday to steal an extra-base hit from Miami Marlins outfielder Heriberto Hernandez to end the third inning.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 23
Future Still Bright for Nationals Youngster Daylen Lile Despite Sophomore Slump
In a year full of surprising twists and turns for the Washington Nationals, one of the more interesting ones has been the quiet season of Daylen Lile. The once under-the-radar prospect burst onto the scene late last year to finish fifth in NL Rookie of the Year voting.
Erik Tolman News / Federal Baseball / August 23
Washington Nationals Erik Tolman has a story of unshakable resilience
Saturday night’s content between the Nationals and the Miami Marlins was, by just about all accounts, a very forgettable night of baseball. Starter Jake Irvin tossed an up-and-down 6.0 innings of 4-run ball, and the Nats only put up 2 runs en route to a 4-2 loss to drop 9 games below .500.
Connelly Early News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 23
Nationals Claim Knuckleballer Off Waivers, Move Connelly Early to 60-Day IL
On Saturday, the Washington Nationals added another pitcher to their staff. This time, the team revealed that right-handed pitcher Matt Waldron was claimed
Keibert Ruiz News / Field Level Media / August 22
Nationals' Keibert Ruiz strives to continue stellar season in matchup vs. Marlins
Washington Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz had two hits, including a home run, on Friday night in a loss to the Miami Marlins as he continued his breakout season.
Jarlin Susana News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 22
Nationals Star Prospect Jarlin Susana Spins a Gem in Third Rehab Start
On Friday, star Washington Nationals pitching prospect Jarlin Susana took the mound for his third rehab start of the season with High-A Wilmington. This time around, the flamethrowing right-hander spun a gem.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 21
Don't Expect Nationals to Change Their Platoon Approach Next Season
No matter what the final record says at the end of the year, there's no arguing that this season has been a successful one for the Washington Nationals under the leadership of new president of baseball operations Paul Toboni and new manager Blake Butera.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Trey Lipscomb News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 21
Forgotten Nationals Prospect Trey Lipscomb Has Been Sensational This Year
There's a lot going on when it comes to the infield situation for the Washington Nationals. For starters, they were preparing to move their star shortstop CJ Abrams to second base.
CJ Abrams News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 21
Nationals Announce Positive CJ Abrams Injury News After He Sat Finale vs. Rangers
The Washington Nationals had a chance to win a series against the Texas Rangers on Thursday. After splitting the first two games, the Nationals knew they were facing a tall task with Jacob deGrom set to pitch on the other side.
CJ Abrams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 21
Nationals’ CJ Abrams gets encouraging injury update on ankle problem
Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams received a positive update on his injured left ankle Thursday. The 25-year-old suffered a sprained left ankle in the ninth inning of Washington’s 6-0 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 20
Rangers' Jacob deGrom joins exclusive club with latest milestone
Jacob deGrom entered the game Thursday night against the Washington Nationals just shy of reaching a major career milestone. deGrom's second strikeout of the game was the 2,000th strikeout of his career.
Cade Cavalli News / Athlon Sports / August 20
Nationals Make Cade Cavalli Announcement After 11th Win
Cade Cavalli has turned the past two weeks into one of the most dominant stretches of his young career, putting the Washington Nationals right-hander in rare franchise territory.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / August 19
Cade Cavalli strikes out 11 as Nationals shut out Rangers
Andres Chaparro had three hits including a three-run homer, Cade Cavalli fanned 11 in six innings and the Washington Nationals snapped a four-game losing streak with a 6-0 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday in Arlington, Texas.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19
Nationals Select Erik Tolman
The Nationals announced that they have selected the contract of left-hander Erik Tolman. Right-hander Yovanny Cruz has been optioned to Triple-A Rochester in a corresponding active roster move.
Cade Cavalli News / Field Level Media / August 19
Nationals turn to Cade Cavalli in bid to even series vs. Rangers
Right-hander Cade Cavalli looks to continue his torrid stretch on Wednesday when the Washington Nationals face the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas. Cavalli (10-5, 3.36 ERA) will try to help Washington end a four-game losing streak and even its three-game series against Texas.
CJ Abrams News / Just Baseball / August 18
Can CJ Abrams Rewrite His Second-Half Narrative?
The date is August 2, 2022: the MLB trade deadline. The Washington Nationals have just made a franchise-altering blockbuster, moving Juan Soto to the San Diego Padres for a slew of highly touted prospects and young pieces, including shortstop CJ Abrams. Abrams’ arrival in Washington signified a changing of the guard.
CJ Abrams News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15
Nationals make bold move that could define CJ Abrams’ future
The Washington Nationals are moving All-Star shortstop CJ Abrams to second base, manager Blake Butera announced Friday. Abrams has played the position exclusively during his five seasons with the club and will swap roles with Nasim Nunez in a gradual transition expected to take more than a day but less than several weeks.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 14
Nationals moving CJ Abrams to second base
Nationals manager Blake Butera announced to the media today that CJ Abrams will be gradually moving from shortstop to second base. He will still play shortstop on occasion but Nasim Nuñez will be the regular and Abrams will be a regular second baseman once he gets comfortable there.
Alex Bregman News / Yardbarker / August 13
Cubs' Alex Bregman joins exclusive list with performance vs. Nationals
On a night when Pete Crow-Armstrong went only 1-for-6, another Chicago Cubs player carried the team to victory in the middle game of their series with the Washington Nationals.
Miles Mikolas News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 12
Nationals Designate Miles Mikolas For Assignment
The Nationals announced Wednesday that they have designated veteran righty Miles Mikolas for assignment. That opens a spot on the MLB roster for prospect Jackson Kent.
James Wood News / Yardbarker / August 4
Nationals' downhill slide continues with James Wood headed to the IL
Washington's season got worse with its star player headed to the injured list.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3
Yankees make questionable trade with Nationals for Luis Garcia Jr.
The New York Yankees needed to address the lineup. That process began on Sunday with a trade with the Washington Nationals.
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