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These Nationals Players Have Underwhelmed During Early Spring Training Action

On Tuesday, the Washington Nationals got to enjoy a rare day off on their calendar during this spring training ramp-up period before the 2026 season gets underway.

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Paul Toboni, Mike DeBartolo Have Completely Overhauled This Nationals Farm System

Things have changed for the Washington Nationals when it comes to their farm system. Following the MacKenzie Gore trade that aimed to add more high-end young talent to their minor league ranks, it was clear in the latest top 30 prospect rankings put out by MLB Pipeline that the ceiling for the Nationals has been raised.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 3

5 Nationals Players Who Have Stood Out During Early Spring Training Games

The Washington Nationals have a rare day off on Tuesday during this spring ramp-up period. So it's a good time to sit back and take stock of what has taken place over the course of the early spring training schedule.

Josiah Gray News / Federal Baseball / March 3

What Washington Nationals fans learned from Josiah Gray’s return to action

Josiah Gray made his long awaited return to action after missing most of the last two seasons due to Tommy John Surgery. He was solid, but not spectacular in his return.

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The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

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Dylan Crews News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 2

Nationals Star Dylan Crews Dealing With New Injury After Getting Hit by Pitch

One thing the Washington Nationals are hoping for this spring -- like all teams across Major League Baseball -- is to avoid suffering injuries to their star players.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 2

Nationals Cut Their First Players From Major League Spring Training Camp

The goal of the Washington Nationals during the early part of spring training was clear: they wanted to evaluate just about everything in their organization.

Seaver King News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 2

Updated Nationals Farm System Rankings Highlights Their Incredible Young Talent

One thing new Washington Nationals president of baseball operations Paul Toboni wants to accomplish during the early parts of his tenure is to build one of the best farm systems in baseball.

Dylan Crews News / Field Level Media / March 2

Nats OF Dylan Crews (thumb) day-to-day

Washington Nationals outfielder Dylan Crews is day-to-day with a left thumb contusion after getting hit by a pitch. X-rays were negative after Crews was struck during a live batting practice on Saturday, according to MLB Network.

James Wood News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 1

Nationals Slugger Makes 2026 All-Star Team in 'Way-Too-Early' Prediction

The Washington Nationals continue to ramp up for the upcoming 2026 campaign. They aren't projected to do a whole lot this season. With rebuilding still at the forefront of the organization's mind -- especially after hiring Paul Toboni to become the president of baseball operations -- this year will be a longstanding evaluation period.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / March 1

Three most impressive Washington Nationals so far in Spring Training

Now that the calendar has turned to March, we are heading into the meat of the Spring Training schedule. However, I wanted to shout out three players who have really impressed me so far this spring.

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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.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 28

Little-Known Nationals Prospect Could Turn Into Breakout Player

The Washington Nationals aren't just evaluating players in their big league camp this spring. With a new regime in place, assessing the entire organization is something that president of baseball operations Paul Toboni and his front office are going to do.

James Wood News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 28

Nationals Skipper Explains Why James Wood Is Getting Reps in Right Field

Spring training is a time for tinkering and trying out new things. And that has certainly been the case for the Washington Nationals early on. Not only have over 50 players gotten an at-bat this spring, but the pitching philosophy where the organization will focus on throwing fastballs less often has been on full display.

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Griff McGarry News / Federal Baseball / February 28

Rule 5 pick Griff McGarry could be a steal for the Washington Nationals

When the Nats selected Griff McGarry in the Rule 5 Draft, I was cautiously optimistic. He possesses some of the best stuff in the minor leagues, but has had trouble throwing strikes over the years.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 28

4 Nationals Players Who Stood Out in Major Way During Friday's Spring Contest

For the second time this spring, the Washington Nationals tied a game. The Nationals faced the Houston Astros at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches on Friday where they were hoping to get back to their winning ways after they had dropped two consecutive games before taking the field.

MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 27

Jacob Young, Luis Garcia Jr. Set to Make 2026 Nationals Debut vs. Astros

Spring training continues to roll on for the Washington Nationals as they get prepared for the upcoming season. Things started off well, as they were 4-0 with a tie to begin this campaign.

Harry Ford News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 27

What Nationals Fans Should Monitor When Harry Ford Competes in World Baseball Classic

Entering spring training, one of the Washington Nationals players with the most buzz was Harry Ford. Following his acquisition from the Seattle Mariners as the headlining return of the Jose A.

James Wood News / Federal Baseball / February 27

Are the Washington Nationals planning on moving James Wood to right field?

One thing I have noticed this spring is that James Wood has been playing a lot of right field. Two of his three games this spring have been in right field.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 27

Nationals Top 30 Prospect 'Poised' to Make MLB Debut Early in 2026

With spring training action underway, what will be a roughly month-long evaluation period for this new Washington Nationals regime has begun. A position that is perhaps the biggest mystery when it comes to how that group is going to be finalized is first base.

Jackson Rutledge News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 26

Nationals Former First-Rounder Jackson Rutledge In-Line for Important Role

Something that will get figured out over the course of the spring is how things will shake out for the Washington Nationals when it comes to their bullpen.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 26

Umpire Laz Diaz gets booed over his stunt during spring training

Laz Diaz still is not doing his PR any favors.

Yankees may not be done adding to roster

CC Sabathia to take his place among Yankees immortals

Yankees’ latest addition is a bad sign for Jasson Dominguez

Scott Boras shares his candid view on Yankees, Mets ownership

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MLB News / Yardbarker / February 23

Bryce Harper has praise for Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin

Phillies' Bryce Harper has high praise for Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin

A former MVP who knows something about starting a career with high expectations added to the hype around Pittsburgh Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin.

Pirates could get pitcher Jared Jones back sooner than expected

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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.

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.

Miles Mikolas News / Yardbarker / February 11

Nationals add two-time All-Star to the rotation

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.

Rockies add another veteran SP to deepen their rotation

Mets get worst-case update on Francisco Lindor injury

Astros make big decision concerning Opening Day

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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.