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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 3
Nationals Reveal Who Will Replace Luis Garcia Jr. at First Base
Following the Washington Nationals' decision to trade Luis Garcia Jr. to the New York Yankees on Sunday, that opened up a hole at first base. While Andres Chaparro has performed much better in the second half thus far, he was in a platoon with Garcia.
CJ Abrams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 3
Nationals rumors: CJ Abrams update hours before 2026 MLB trade deadline
With the Washington Nationals being active before the trade deadline hits on Monday evening, the one player that has been speculated around in the baseball world is star shortstop CJ Abrams.
The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz
Winning the MLB pitching Triple Crown entails leading the league in wins, ERA (earned runs average) and strikeouts.How many of the pitchers in the live-ball era (since 1920) that accomplished this rare feat can you name?
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.
Yovanny Cruz News / Federal Baseball / August 3
Yovanny Cruz and Ben Grable both have closer upside for the Washington Nationals 
Now that the dust has settled on the Luis Garcia Jr. trade, I wanted to highlight my two favorite pieces. Yovanny Cruz and Ben Grable are two relief prospects who project to be weapons in the Nats bullpen for years to come.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 3
Nationals Fielding Offers for Multiple Players Ahead of Trade Deadline
On Sunday, the Washington Nationals made their biggest move of the trade deadline season. After weeks of speculation about what they would do, president of baseball operations Paul Toboni decided to trade Luis Garcia Jr.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 3
Nationals discover old message from player acquired in trade
The Washington Nationals decided to trade from a position of strength to address a spot of weakness, as they dealt slugger Luis Garcia Jr. away to the New York Yankees for a quartet of pitchers led by prospect Jack Cebert, who is now ranked 14th in the Nationals’ system, according to MLB.com’s rankings.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 2
Nationals Smartly Decided to Trade Luis Garcia Jr., Look Like Clear Winners of This Deal
The Washington Nationals made a notable move ahead of the trade deadline when they shipped Luis Garcia Jr. to the New York Yankees on Sunday in exchange for a return package that featured four right-handed pitchers.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 2
1 last-minute trade Nationals must make before deadline
The Washington Nationals have been one of the more surprising teams so far this year. This was a team not expected to be near contention in 2026, but the offense has carried them there.
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.
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.
MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 2
Nationals Trade Luis Garcia Jr. to Yankees, Get Four Pitchers Back in Return
With the Washington Nationals sitting 2.5 games out of the final NL wild card spot entering Sunday's contest, it seemed like the front office would be more willing to sell off some pieces to bolster their organization for the future.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 2
Nationals’ Luis Garcia Jr. scratched on Sunday with trade rumors swirling
The Washington Nationals have already made one move ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline. The Nationals moved Curtis Mead for Connelly Early from the Boston Red Sox.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 2
Latest Information About Every Nationals Trade Rumor With Deadline Looming
At the time of writing, the Washington Nationals are still in the midst of their series finale against the Atlanta Braves. The three losses in the three games prior during this set have potentially changed the plans of this front office.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 1
Matt Olson hits monumental HR, climbs Braves' all-time list
As the Atlanta Braves secured yet another win on Saturday, one of their team leaders and top players reached a milestone and moved up an all-time list.
Luis Garcia News / Yardbarker / August 1
Yankees trade rumor shows desperation in search for lineup upgrades
The New York Yankees are known to be hunting for upgrades to their lineup. Their latest rumored target shows their desperation.
CJ Abrams News / DC Sports King / August 1
Nationals Face Massive CJ Abrams Dilemma Amid Breakout Season
If you’ve been watching Washington baseball this season, one thing is glaringly obvious: CJ Abrams is morphing into the premier offensive shortstop in Major League Baseball.
Foster Griffin News / Field Level Media / July 31
Nationals' hurler Foster Griffin aims to stay hot vs. Braves
Left-hander Foster Griffin will go for his ninth straight victory on Friday when the visiting Washington Nationals play the Atlanta Braves in the second contest of their four-game series.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 30
Nationals getting healthier in time for Braves series
Jake Irvin will come off the 60-day injured list to make his first start in more than two months when the Washington Nationals open their four-game series against the host Atlanta Braves on Thursday.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / July 30
Nationals Notebook: Game Recap, Williams and Irvin Returning
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Washington Nationals entered Wednesday afternoon’s rubber match with the Toronto Blue Jays just one game back of the final National League wild card spot.
Jake Irvin News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 30
Nationals To Activate Jake Irvin
The Nationals tabbed Jake Irvin to start against Grant Holmes in tomorrow’s opener of a four-game weekend series in Atlanta. Washington will officially active him from the 60-day injured list before the game.
Trevor Williams News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 29
Nationals Activate Trevor Williams From 60-Day IL
The Nationals reinstated righty Trevor Williams from the 60-day injured list prior to this afternoon’s game, per a team announcement. Washington already had an open spot for Williams on the 40-man roster.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / July 28
Cade Cavalli's quality start steers Nationals past Blue Jays
Luis Garcia Jr. and Dylan Crews hit back-to-back homers, Cade Cavalli pitched six solid innings and the Washington Nationals evened their three-game series against the visiting Toronto Blue Jays, prevailing 8-6 on Tuesday.
Curtis Mead News / Yardbarker / July 28
Red Sox get 'worst-case scenario' update on Curtis Mead injury
The Boston Red Sox got terrible news on Tuesday.
Connelly Early News / Yardbarker / July 27
Connelly Early update leaves Nationals trade swing in doubt
Will Nationals fans get to see the team's recent trade acquisition take the mound this season?
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 26
Red Sox pay high price to Nationals to shore up infield
The Boston Red Sox needed to improve the middle of their infield while adding a potential impact bat to the lineup. They may have filled both needs in a trade with the Washington Nationals late Saturday night.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / July 25
Nationals eyeing best of both worlds at trade deadline
The Washington Nationals are in a difficult spot as the Aug. 3 trade deadline approaches.
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