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On YouTubeJake Irvin News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 23
Jake Irvin Starting for Nationals Against Phillies in Game 4 of Spring Training
The Washington Nationals will face off against their division rival Philadelphia Phillies twice this week, and the first matchup of the two will be a home game on Monday at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / February 23
The Washington Nationals Anti-Fastball Revolution Has Begun 
For years, league wide fastball usage has been on the decline, as after decades of being used over 60% of the time by pitchers, it dropped below 50% in 2022, and even lower to 47% by 2023.
Daylen Lile News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 23
Daylen Lile Gets Blunt About This New Era of Nationals Baseball
This offseason, one of the things that has stood out regarding this new era of Washington Nationals baseball is the embracing of new technology and analytics.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Brady House News / Federal Baseball / February 23
Washington Nationals 3B Brady House shows off his big power in Spring Training debut
2026 is a massive year for Brady House’s development. He is entering the season as the undisputed starter at third base. For that to be the case again next year, he is going to have to make big improvements with the bat.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Brady House News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 22
Brady House Makes Statement in Nationals Dominant Spring Training Win Over Marlins
The Washington Nationals were back in action on Sunday with some new faces littered throughout the lineup to make their spring training debuts. And many
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 22
Nationals Release New Look Lineup for Game 2 of Spring Training
Now that the spring training opener is complete, the schedule is going to be busy for the Washington Nationals as they prepare for the 2026 season opener.
James Wood News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 22
This One Tweak Could Solve Nationals Star James Wood's Strikeout Issue
One of the most exciting players on this Washington Nationals roster is James Wood. After he impressed following his call-up to The Show in the midst of the 2024 campaign, he was even more head-turning during his first full season of Major League Baseball last year.
MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 21
Four Takeaways From Nationals Spring Training Opener vs. Astros
Spring training got underway for the Washington Nationals on Saturday. With it being a split-squad day, the main team stayed in Palm Beach to face the Houston Astros.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 21
Nationals Release Lineups for Spring Training Games Against Astros, Cardinals
The spring training opener for the Washington Nationals has finally arrived, and it's a split-squad day for them as they will have two teams in action.
Washington Nationals News / Total Pro Sports / February 21
Washington Nationals 2026 Projected Lineup: Batting Order, Rotation & More
The Washington Nationals have fresh enthusiasm for the 2026 campaign after yet another uncompetitive display last year. They finished at the foot of the National League East with a 66-96 record, missing out on a playoff berth for the sixth consecutive season.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Blake Butera News / Total Pro Sports / February 21
'They’re Going To Be Pushed Like Never Before' – Blake Butera Take Brutal Approach For The Washington Nationals
The Washington Nationals began the offseason with Paul Toboni, 35, taking over as the president of baseball operations. He brought in Blake Butera as the new manager for the Nationals.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 20
This Nationals Player Is Projected to Lead the Team in WAR This Season
The Washington Nationals will be led by young star players still attempting to find their place in Major League Baseball this season. As a rebuilding organization, it appears like that is going to be the case for years to come.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 20
4 Nationals Who Have Most to Prove During Spring Training
Games for the 2026 spring training schedule get underway on Feb. 21 for the Washington Nationals, and since it's a split-squad day for them, plenty of players will be in action.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 20
Position Battles Nationals Fans Should Pay Attention to During Spring Training
The Wasington Nationals are set to get their spring training campaign underway on Saturday. It will be split-squad day, as Jake Eder is scheduled to be the starting pitcher for the main team against the Houston Astros and Shinnosuke Ogasawara is slated to get the ball for the other squad when they take on the St.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 19
Nationals Introduce New Technology That Should Help Prevent Pitching Injuries
One of the major storylines that took place this offseason was the overhaul the Washington Nationals made when it came to their baseball operations department.
Drew Smith News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 19
New Executive Played Important Role in Drew Smith Signing With Nationals
After a winter where it seemed like the Washington Nationals weren't going to address their bullpen that much, the front office added multiple veteran options during the spring and after camp began.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
Nationals adds longtime Mets pitcher
The Washington Nationals have not made the playoffs since winning the 2019 World Series. This led to some major changes in the front office for the Nationals this offseason.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / February 15
Nationals Prospects Who Could Contribute in 2026
It should be an exciting time for Washington Nationals fans. Not only has their front office gone through a complete overhaul, but so has the rest of their organization as a whole. Since winning the World Series in 2019, it has been nothing but disappointing for the team calling the nation’s capital home.
Miles Mikolas News / Yardbarker / February 11
Nationals add two-time All-Star pitcher after trading Mackenzie Gore
Lacking depth in the starting rotation after trading Gore, the Nationals decided to spend a little on the free agent market to bring in a quality veteran, right-hander Miles Mikolas.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 11
Nationals To Sign Miles Mikolas
The Nationals are signing veteran right-hander Miles Mikolas, reports Jake Mintz of Yahoo Sports. This comes after TalkNats reported that the two sides were talking on Tuesday morning.
Konnor Pilkington News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 9
Tigers To Sign Konnor Pilkington To Minor League Deal
The Tigers are adding left-hander Konnor Pilkington on a minor league agreement, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The 28-year-old made 32 appearances out of the Nationals’ bullpen last season.
Gavin Fien News / Just Baseball / February 7
Why Model-Driven Teams Are High on Gavin Fien
Few draft prospects highlight the philosophical divide between traditional scouting and model-driven evaluation quite like Gavin Fien. Selected at just 18 years and four months old, Fien entered professional baseball with a profile that immediately sparked debate: loud underlying tools paired with a swing that still needs significant refinement.
Konnor Pilkington News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 5
Konnor Pilkington Elects Free Agency
The Nationals announced Thursday that lefty Konnor Pilkington, whom they had designated for assignment last week, cleared waivers and rejected an outright assignment to Triple-A Rochester in favor of free agency.
CJ Abrams News / Yardbarker / February 3
Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?
The Red Sox are still a bat short in their lineup, with openings at third and second base.
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