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On YouTubeWashington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 8
Staggering Number of Nationals Minor League Players Have Become Free Agents
The Washington Nationals' major league roster isn't the only thing Paul Toboni has to focus on during his first offseason in charge. That's because a staggering 34 players in the Nationals' minor league system have opted to become free agents.
Brad Lord News / Federal Baseball / November 8
What should Brad Lord’s role be for the Washington Nationals in 2026? 
In a season where the Nationals pitching staff was pretty brutal, Brad Lord was a bright spot. The former Home Depot employee stepped up for the Nationals in a variety of roles.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 8
10-Year Veteran Named Starting Pitching Fit for Nationals
Paul Toboni has already started putting in some work on the Washington Nationals' roster. After designating some players for assignment and outrighting others to Triple-A Rochester, there have been some notable departures that has freed up space on the 40-man roster.
The 'World Series MVPs' quiz
MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?
Washington Nationals News / Sporting News / November 8
Nationals have whopping 34 players leaving for free agency instead of signing new contracts
This is the most in MLB.
25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series
Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 7
Insider Believes Nationals Front Office Will Be Heavily Involved in Day-to-Day Action
Paul Toboni is the new president of baseball operations for the Washington Nationals and Blake Butera has been tabbed as the manager of this team going forward.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 7
Nationals Could Have a New Fourth Outfielder Next Season
Roster changes have already started happening for the Washington Nationals this offseason. While the majority has come on the pitching side of things, with two electing to become free agents and another two getting claimed off waivers, there's a chance Paul Toboni and his new front office shake some things up in the position player group.
Christian Franklin News / Federal Baseball / November 7
Where Does Christian Franklin Fit Into The Picture Of The 2026 Washington Nationals?
The Nationals have a glut of outfielders who are currently in the major leagues, such as James Wood, Dylan Crews, and Jacob Young, and more that will be arriving soon, such as Christian Franklin and Andrew Pinckney.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 7
Japanese Star Slugger Who Nationals Could Pursue Is Set to Officially Be Posted
Just about every team across Major League Baseball has tried to ramp up their presence overseas to land the next great Japanese player, and the Washington Nationals are no different.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / November 7
An introduction to the 2026 MLB draft for Washington Nationals fans
With the offseason fully underway, I wanted to introduce Nats nation to the 2026 MLB draft. Due to the lottery rules, we already know the Nationals will be picking 11th this year.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 7
Nationals Lose Two More Relievers After They Get Claimed Off Waivers
Roster moves are starting to happen for the Washington Nationals. With players needing to be reinstated off the 60-day injured list, plenty of teams around the league have started shuffling things around when it comes to their 40-man roster.
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 / Federal Baseball / November 6
Washington Nationals make a flurry of moves to the 40-man roster
Paul Toboni made a bunch of moves to the 40-man roster this afternoon. None of them were huge moves individually, but together the moves created a lot of space on the 40-man roster.
Trey Lipscomb News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6
Nationals outright Trey Lipscomb
The Nationals announced Thursday that infielder Trey Lipscomb went unclaimed on waivers and has been assigned outright to Triple-A Rochester. Washington also reinstated catcher Drew Millas, lefty DJ Herz and righties Trevor Williams and Josiah Gray from the 60-day injured list.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 6
Another Former Nationals Player Gets Hired as First-Time MLB Manager
The Washington Nationals have been in the news this offseason, that's for sure. After making headlines for hiring 35-year-old Paul Toboni to become their new president of baseball operations, they turned around and hired 33-year-old Blake Butera to become the next manager of this franchise.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 6
Here Are the Nationals' Top 10 Prospects According to Baseball America
One of the major points of emphasis for Paul Toboni will be to rebuild this Washington Nationals pipeline. While there are plenty of talented youngsters in their farm system, they also rank towards the bottom of prospect rankings.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / November 6
Baseball America releases their top 10 Washington Nationals prospects
Baseball America is probably my favorite resource for all things prospects. There is a small paywall, but it is a price worth paying in my humble opinion.
CJ Abrams News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 6
Nationals' CJ Abrams Surprisingly Seen as One of Top Trade Candidates in MLB
The rumor mill will feature the Washington Nationals throughout the offseason. That comes with the territory when a new president of baseball operations comes in who is tasked with getting this rebuild back on track.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / November 5
Washington Nationals release 2026 Spring Training schedule
The new era of Nationals baseball is right around the corner. Today the Washington Nationals released their 2026 Spring Training schedule. There is always
MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 5
Former Yankees Reliever an Option for Nationals After They Declined His Club Option
The Washington Nationals need bullpen arms. That should be the No. 1 priority of the front office, even above figuring out their first base situation.
CJ Abrams News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 5
Insider Says 'Teams Plan to Inquire' About Availability of Nationals Star CJ Abrams
Trade rumors are going to surround the Washington Nationals all offseason. With MacKenzie Gore at the top of the rumor mill, other players could potentially be targets of teams around Major League Baseball with Paul Toboni officially taking over in the nation's capital and wanting to put his stamp on things.
Blake Butera News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 5
Paul Toboni Explains Why He Hired Blake Butera to be Nationals New Manager
The Washington Nationals will have a 35-year-old president of baseball operations and a 33-year-old manager leading this franchise. That is a complete 180-degree turn compared to what they had in place previously when the organization was largely seen as archaic.
MacKenzie Gore News / Sporting News / November 5
Nationals urged to cut ties with MacKenzie Gore in blockbuster trade
Washington could start looking forward.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / November 4
Blake Butera Hiring Is a Worthwhile Risk for New-Look Nationals
The Washington Nationals have been among the most downtrodden franchises in Major League Baseball in the 2020s. They may have won the World Series in 2019, but every season since has been a disappointment.
Blake Butera News / Yardbarker / October 31
Nationals set to hire MLB's youngest manager in over 50 years
Washington fired former manager Dave Martinez, who helped lead it to its first World Series title in 2019, ahead of the All-Star break.
Stephen Strasburg News / Yardbarker / October 28
Stephen Strasburg accepts coaching role with his alma mater
Injuries may have created physical limitations that shortened the career of the former Washington Nationals right-hander, but his love of pitching never faltered.
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