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Paul Toboni Reveals When Connelly Early Is Going to Make His Nationals Debut

There was a lot of mystery surrounding left-handed pitcher Connelly Early about if or when he would be making his Washington Nationals debut this season.

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Yovanny Cruz is starting to make encouraging strides for the Washington Nationals

We have not had many of these this season, but yesterday was a great night for the Nationals bullpen. They tossed four scoreless innings, only allowing one hit and more importantly walking nobody.

Cade Cavalli News / Athlon Sports / September 16

Nationals Reveal Reason for Pushing Back Cade Cavalli's Next Start

The Washington Nationals are giving Cade Cavalli some extra rest before his next start. Cavalli’s scheduled start was pushed back to Friday, with rookie left-hander Jared Simpson taking the mound Wednesday for a planned bullpen game, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reported on X.

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The 'Most 35-HR, 100-RBI seasons' quiz

How many of the 36 players to reach the 35-home run and 100-RBI milestones in the same season at least five different times can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / Field Level Media / September 15

Daylen Lile's pinch-hit HR helps Nats top Phillies for 4th straight win

Daylen Lile hit a pinch-hit, three-run homer in the seventh inning to lift the host Washington Nationals to a 6-3 win against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first of a two-game series Tuesday night.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / September 15

The Washington Nationals need to defeat the Mets in the battle for fourth place

With only 11 games to go and the Nats officially eliminated from playoff contention, we are officially in the home stretch. It would be easy to just play out the string here, but I do think there is one major goal the Nats should look to accomplish.

Jarlin Susana News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 15

Nationals Sending Jarlin Susana to Arizona Fall League, Here's Their Other Selections

One of the best offseason events across Major League Baseball is the Arizona Fall League, where top prospects from every organization compete with and against each other.

Riley Cornelio News / Athlon Sports / September 15

Nationals' Riley Cornelio Finding Success as an Opener

Out of the bullpen in 2026, Riley Cornelio has struggled to solidify himself as a reliable reliever for the Washington Nationals. Across 12 appearances through Sept.

Jake Irvin News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 15

Nationals Could Decide to Change Role of Jake Irvin Heading Into Next Season

Jake Irvin has been a staple in the Washington Nationals' rotation since 2023. After he was called up for his major league debut on May 3 of that year, he had pitched every fifth day whenever he was available.

Keibert Ruiz News / Federal Baseball / September 15

We are not talking about Keibert Ruiz’s remarkable season enough

Nationals fans all know that Keibert Ruiz has had a great season. He has risen from the ashes to become one of the more productive catchers in the league.

Riley Cornelio News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 14

Nationals Not Closing Door on Using Riley Cornelio in Crucial Role Next Season

With the 2027 campaign winding to a close, the Washington Nationals are assessing everything. As they try to push the right buttons this upcoming offseason when it comes to marquee possible free agency signings or making headlining trades, it's crucial for the decision makers to understand what they currently have on their hands.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Jarlin Susana News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 14

Nationals Star Prospect Jarlin Susana Is Now One Step Closer to the Majors

There has been a lot of upward movement on the farm for the Washington Nationals this year. Top prospects throughout the organization played their way into promotions, which is a good sign that some high-end talent should be arriving to the nation's capital sooner rather than later.

Connelly Early News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 13

Nationals Have to Get Creative After Connelly Early's Planned Start Gets Canceled

The Washington Nationals are being forced to get creative when it comes to how Connelly Early is going to get some work in before the end of the season.

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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 13

Nationals Legend Ryan Zimmerman Criticizes James Wood for Lack of Hustle

The Washington Nationals won the finale against the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday, and that secured a sweep for themselves after they had lost seven games in a row prior to their weekend set getting underway.

Andrew Alvarez News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 13

Andrew Alvarez Should Be in Nationals' Staring Rotation Next Season

The Washington Nationals aren't going to make the playoffs for the seventh year in a row, but that doesn't mean there isn't anything to play for during the final stretch of the season.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 12

Nationals blow another lead, then beat Angels

Harry Ford drove in the winning run with an infield grounder and the Nationals survived another blown save to beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-5 in Washington on Saturday.

Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 12

How Nationals’ CJ Abrams, James Wood just joined Jose Ramirez, Francisco Lindor in MLB history

The Washington Nationals may not reach the postseason this year, but James Wood and CJ Abrams have still performed well. In fact, Wood and Abrams became the second pair of teammates who are 25 years old or younger to record 30 or more home runs and 20 or more stolen bases in a season, according to Sarah Langs.

MLB News / Viral Sports News / September 12

Washington Nationals Acquire Former Yankees Top Prospect

The Washington Nationals added a former top prospect to their organization this week, claiming 25-year-old right-hander Chase Hampton off waivers from the New York Yankees.

Chase Hampton News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 12

Nationals Claim Chase Hampton

The Nationals announced that right-hander Chase Hampton has been claimed off the Yankees’ waiver wire, and optioned to Double-A. To create a 40-man roster spot, Washington moved right-hander Matt Waldron from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL, so Waldron’s 2026 season is officially over.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 11

Nationals' late rally upends Angels, halts 7-game slide

Jorbit Vivas hit a tiebreaking two-run double to cap a three-run eighth inning as the Washington Nationals snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 4-3 comeback victory over the visiting Los Angeles Angels in the opener of a three-game series Friday night.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 11

Angels' Mike Trout ends hitting slump with first HR since August

Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout finally ended one of the longest home run droughts of his career on Friday.

Astros' Jose Altuve joins elite MLB club with hit No. 2,500

Dodgers' Mookie Betts on pace to pass MLB legends in key metric

Pete Crow-Armstrong makes Cubs, MLB history by joining 40-HR club

The 'MLB 400-HR, 200-stolen bases' quiz

Nasim Nunez News / Athlon Sports / September 10

Nationals Replace Nasim Nunez After Bereavement List Decision

The Washington Nationals will be without Nasim Nuñez for the time being after placing the infielder on the Bereavement List Thursday. Washington recalled outfielder Andrew Pinckney from Triple-A Rochester to take Nuñez’s spot on the active roster.

Drew Millas News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 10

Nationals’ Drew Millas Scheduled For Finger Surgery

Catcher Drew Millas will have finger surgery on Friday, per Spencer Nusbaum of The Athletic. The Nationals backstop will undergo a procedure on his left index finger for the second time this season.

Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / September 9