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On YouTubeWashington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / January 31
The three Washington Nationals players I am most excited to see at Spring Training 
As we enter the spring, just about everyone on the Washington Nationals roster has a lot to prove. This team is very short on proven commodities. However, there are three players fans should be paying close attention to.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 30
Nationals Claim George Soriano, Designate Tsung-Che Cheng For Assignment
The Nationals announced that they have claimed right-hander George Soriano off waivers from the Braves. Atlanta designated him for assignment earlier this week when they claimed José Suarez off waivers from the Orioles.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / January 30
What Could The Washington Nationals Farm System Look Like By The End Of 2026?
While it lacks the thump it once had when James Wood and Dylan Crews were atop the rankings, the Nationals’ farm system is currently the deepest it has ever been, and certainly in a better spot than where it was this time last year.
The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 30
Latest Opening Day Roster Prediction Has Nationals Adding Star Slugger
The Washington Nationals have the majority of their position players filled in when it comes to their Opening Day lineup. As it stands right now, virtually every spot across the infield, outfield and behind the plate has someone penciled in as the starter.
The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees
The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / January 30
The Washington Nationals are using the waiver wire heavily in the Paul Toboni era
One thing Paul Toboni has made clear is that he values every single spot on the 40-man roster. He is happy to use the waiver wire and uses every spot on the 40-man.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 29
Nationals Claim Richard Lovelady, Designate Mickey Gasper For Assignment
The Nationals announced that they have claimed left-hander Richard Lovelady off waivers from the Mets. New York designated him for assignment a week ago when they acquired Vidal Bruján.
Derek Law News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 29
D-backs To Sign Derek Law
The Diamondbacks and righty Derek Law are in agreement on a minor league contract with an invitation to major league spring training, as first reported by MLB Transactions Daily (on Instagram).
Sergio Alcantara News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 29
Nationals Sign Sergio Alcantara, Retain Two Other Key Pieces
Right now, the baseball world might be focused on a possible CJ Abrams trade after the Washington Nationals finally shipped out MacKenzie Gore to the Texas Rangers.
Yeremy Cabrera News / Federal Baseball / January 29
New Washington Nationals prospect Yeremy Cabrera is more than a throw in
In the MacKenzie Gore trade, the Washington Nationals got five pieces in return. They received Gavin Fien, Alejandro Rosario, Devin Fitz-Gerald, Abimelec Ortiz and Yeremy Cabrera.
Riley Adams News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 28
Nationals Outright Riley Adams
The Nationals sent catcher Riley Adams outright to Triple-A Rochester, according to the MLB.com transaction tracker. Washington designated him for assignment last week when they claimed reliever Gus Varland from Arizona.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 28
Nationals To Sign Sergio Alcántara To Minor League Deal
The Nationals and infielder Sergio Alcántara have agreed to a minor league deal, reports Francys Romero of Beisbol FR. The Movement Baseball client receives an invite to big league camp in spring training.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 28
Nationals Claim Tsung-Che Cheng, Designate Konnor Pilkington
The Nationals announced Wednesday that they’ve claimed infielder Tsung-Che Cheng off waivers from the Mets. Left-hander Konnor Pilkington has been designated for assignment to create space on the 40-man roster.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / January 28
Catching up on the latest Washington Nationals news items
Obviously, the MacKenzie Gore trade is the biggest move the Nationals have made in the past week. However, there have been a few minor moves that you may have missed.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / January 28
Dan Kolko replaces Bob Carpenter as the Washington Nationals play-by-play voice
While the Washington Nationals are leaving MASN, the broadcast will be a familiar one. After Bob Carpenter’s retirement, the Nats had to find a new play-by-play voice.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 27
Nationals Have to See What This Player Can Do When He Returns in Second Half
Entering this offseason, it was known the Washington Nationals needed pitching help. Not only did their bullpen finish with the worst ERA across Major League Baseball, but their starting rotation also finished with the second worst ERA.
Washington Nationals News / The Spun / January 27
ESPN Star Trashes Owners Of The Washington Post
Much of the sports world is disheartened by speculation that The Washington Post plans to eliminate its sports section. Puck's Dylan Byers reported Saturday that the newspaper is expected to make "massive layoffs" that could affect "hundreds" of employees.
Andry Lara News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 27
Nationals Outright Andry Lara
The Nationals announced that right-hander Andry Lara has cleared waivers and been sent outright to Triple-A Rochester. He had been designated for assignment a week ago when the club claimed utility player Mickey Gasper.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 27
Former MLB Exec Says Nationals Could Still Pull Off Blockbuster Before Opening Day
Following the trade of MacKenzie Gore to the Texas Rangers, everyone is keeping an eye on what the Washington Nationals might do before the upcoming season gets underway.
CJ Abrams News / Fastball on SI / January 27
Nationals’ CJ Abrams Looms as Wild Card in Offseason Trade Market
Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams is an interesting trade candidate. The San Francisco Giants showed interest in him and even tried to make a trade for him, but they couldn't meet Washington's asking price.
MacKenzie Gore News / DC Sports King / January 23
Why the Gore-to-Texas blockbuster trade defines two different timelines
The hot stove just turned into a bonfire. In a move that feels both inevitable and shocking, the Washington Nationals have finally pulled the trigger, sending All-Star lefty MacKenzie Gore to the Texas Rangers.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 23
When could Nationals trade CJ Abrams after MacKenzie Gore deal?
When the Washington Nationals signed president of baseball operations Mike Rizzo and manager Dave Martinez to contract extensions in the summer of 2023, it appeared that the franchise’s rebuild was nearing completion.
MacKenzie Gore News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 23
Nationals rumors: The next player who could be traded after MacKenzie Gore blockbuster
The Washington Nationals massively shook up their organization when they traded MacKenzie Gore to the Texas Rangers. However, he wasn’t the only trade candidate Washington had to offer.
MacKenzie Gore News / Yardbarker / January 22
Rangers acquire All-Star LHP MacKenzie Gore in win-now move
In a five-for-one deal, the Rangers landed the All-Star left-handed pitcher in exchange for a slew of prospects.
Harry Ford News / Just Baseball / January 12
Nationals Prospect Harry Ford To Play for Great Britain in WBC
Harry Ford, Just Baseball’s No. 64 overall prospect, has announced his intentions to play in the upcoming World Baseball Classic. He is the first player confirmed to be suiting up for Team Great Britain.
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