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On YouTubeClayton Beeter News / Federal Baseball / December 12
Why Clayton Beeter Is A Prime Breakout Candidate Under New Washington Nationals Coaching Staff 
With the losses of Robert Garcia, Kyle Finnegan, and, most recently, Jose A. Ferrer, in the past year, the Nationals’ bullpen is in much worse shape than it started the year, though the farm is better off for it.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 12
One Notable Insider Would Be 'Surprised' if Nationals Moved This Star Player
MacKenzie Gore and CJ Abrams are still with the Washington Nationals after the Winter Meetings. Leading up to that high-profile offseason event, it seemed like both star players had a chance of getting moved during that soiree.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / December 12
Will the Washington Nationals get creative in how they deploy the pitching staff?
It is no secret that pitching is a major concern for the Washington Nationals. As a team, they posted a 5.35 ERA, the worst mark since the franchise moved to DC.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Keibert Ruiz News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 11
There's a Good Chance the Nationals Decide to DFA Keibert Ruiz at Some Point
The Winter Meetings are in the rearview, and all eyes are on what's next for the Washington Nationals. They could shake things up across Major League Baseball if they decide to trade both MacKenzie Gore and CJ Abrams.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
MacKenzie Gore News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 11
Intriguing AL Contender Listed As Best Fit for Nationals Ace MacKenzie Gore
The Winter Meetings have come and gone, and MacKenzie Gore is still a member of the Washington Nationals despite rampant speculation that he could be dealt during this high-profile event.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 11
Nationals rumors: The trade candidate 1 insider would be ‘surprised’ to see moved
The Washington Nationals entered the 2025 Winter Meetings with a clear message — they are open for business. But even as calls pour in from rival clubs, there’s a limit to how far the Nationals front office will go.
Luis Arraez News / Federal Baseball / December 11
Should the Washington Nationals sign the polarizing Luis Arraez?
Luis Arraez is a player of extremes. When you look at his Baseball Savant page, all of his stats are either in the top 5 percentile of the bottom 5 percentile.
James Wood News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 11
Nationals Star James Wood Is Working on Important Aspect of His Game With New Coach
Coming into the offseason, the Washington Nationals weren't at the top of anyone's list when it came to potential storylines that could unfold. But following their decision to hire 35-year-old up-and-coming executive Paul Toboni to become their new president of baseball operations, that all changed.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 11
Nationals Loaded Up on Minor League Pitchers During Rest of Rule 5 Draft
While everyone was focused on what Paul Toboni would do when it came to the Washington Nationals' major league roster, he was also facing a huge challenge down on the farm.
Griff McGarry News / Federal Baseball / December 10
Washington Nationals select Griff McGarry from the Phillies in the Rule 5 Draft
The Rule 5 Draft just wrapped up and for a fourth straight year the Washington Nationals made a selection. This time they took Griff McGarry, a pitcher from the Phillies system.
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.
Kyle Finnegan News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 10
Kyle Finnegan Agrees to Deal With New Team, Should Nationals Have Pursued Reunion?
The Washington Nationals have a clear need in their bullpen. That was evident even before they shipped Jose A. Ferrer to the Seattle Mariners, as that unit was the worst in baseball this past season with an ERA of 5.59.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / December 10
What will the Washington Nationals do with their bullpen?
The Nationals bullpen was a major problem in 2025 and the issue is even bigger now that Paul Toboni traded away the team’s most promising reliever Jose A.
Seaver King News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 10
Nationals Officially Know Where They'll Pick in 2026 MLB Draft
Tuesday of the Winter Meetings allowed teams around the league to take a break from trade and free agency rumors to see where they will be picking in the 2026 MLB Draft, and the Washington Nationals officially found out where they will be selecting.
MacKenzie Gore News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 9
Orioles in talks with Nationals about possible MacKenzie Gore trade
The Baltimore Orioles have reentered the MLB offseason spotlight as they engage with the Washington Nationals in trade discussions involving left-hander MacKenzie Gore.
Blake Butera News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 9
Nationals Officially Announce 2026 Coaching Staff Under Blake Butera
The Washington Nationals have been a team to monitor during the Winter Meetings. Major steam was picking up before the high-profile event that MacKenzie Gore could be traded.
MacKenzie Gore News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 9
Nationals Ace MacKenzie Gore Reportedly Drawing Interest From Yankees
The possible MacKenzie Gore trade is going to dominate headlines surrounding the Washington Nationals this offseason until something gets done one way or another.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 9
Two MLB GMs 'Fully Expect' Nationals to Trade MacKenzie Gore, CJ Abrams
The Winter Meetings continue to roll on before the Rule 5 Draft takes place on Wednesday where the Washington Nationals are expected to add a key member to their organization.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 9
Two of Nationals' Division Rivals Make Major Decisions During Winter Meetings
The Washington Nationals entered the Winter Meetings as a team to keep an eye on. Following their decision to trade Jose A. Ferrer to the Seattle Mariners and get back a package of star catching prospect Harry Ford and Single-A pitcher Isaac Lyon, many felt it was only a matter of time before their ace MacKenzie Gore was shipped out of town.
Washington Nationals News / Larry Brown Sports / December 8
Nationals willing to trade two All-Star players
The Washington Nationals’ rebuild may be on the verge of a rebuild. The Nationals have expressed a willingness to trade both shortstop CJ Abrams and pitcher MacKenzie Gore, according to Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8
Nationals hire Matt Borgschulte as hitting coach
The Washington Nationals announced what appears to be their full coaching staff at Monday's Winter Meetings (relayed by Andrew Golden of The Washington Post).
CJ Abrams News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8
Nationals SS CJ Abrams drawing significant interest
The Nationals have been deep in a rebuild for quite some time, and that figures to continue under new president of baseball operations Paul Toboni. That’s meant plenty of trade rumors surrounding southpaw MacKenzie Gore, who is set to reach free agency after the 2027 season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 6
Mariners trade top catching prospect Harry Ford for surprising return
Catching prospect Harry Ford is blocked at the major league level in the Seattle Mariners organization. As the Mariners are looking to improve the roster for a deep playoff run, Ford was expected to be on the trade block. That trade happened on Saturday.
MacKenzie Gore News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5
Nationals receiving overwhelming amount of trade interest in MacKenzie Gore
Nationals left-hander MacKenzie Gore is one of the biggest names to watch as the Winter Meetings approach.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / December 5
Washington Nationals 2025-2026 Offseason Wishlist
There’s no spin zone to the Washington Nationals‘ 2025 season. No matter how you look at it, the season as a whole was a disappointment, even for a non-contender.
Willson Contreras News / Yardbarker / December 2
Three MLB clubs that would be good trade fits for Willson Contreras
Several teams could be in the mix to upgrade at first base this offseason. These three could prove to be good fits for Willson Contreras.
MLB News / Yardbarker / November 24
Three KBO stars who MLB teams should pursue
Baseball's international appeal has long played a big role in the sport's growth.
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