Washington Nationals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Potential Nationals First Base Option Off Market After Batting Champ Finds New Home

At this stage of the offseason, options on the free agency market are dwindling for the Washington Nationals when it comes to improving their big league roster.

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Miguel Sime Jr. has a chance to be a breakout prospect for the Washington Nationals

There are plenty of Nationals prospects who have a chance to breakout in 2026. However, the one I want to talk about today is Miguel Sime Jr., the 18 year old fireballer.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 31

Nationals Boss Tells CJ Abrams, Jacob Young They Are Not Being Shopped

Now that MacKenzie Gore is no longer with the the Washington Nationals following his blockbuster trade to the Texas Rangers, the next thing the media and fans have focused on when it comes to this team is a possible deal featuring star shortstop CJ Abrams.

Michael Rucker News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 31

Mariners Sign Michael Rucker To Minors Contract

The Mariners signed right-hander Michael Rucker to a minor league deal earlier this month, according to Rucker’s MLB.com profile page. Rucker’s contract included an invitation to the Mariners’ big league spring camp, as per the list of non-roster invites Seattle released yesterday.

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CJ Abrams News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 31

Four Big-Name Teams Connected to Nationals Star CJ Abrams in Possible Trade

Things have been quiet on the CJ Abrams front when it comes to a possible trade. But that doesn't mean the Washington Nationals star shortstop couldn't be moved at some point.

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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 / Just Baseball / January 31

Praising the Nationals’ Fantastic Offseason (So Far)

Oftentimes, offseason winners are determined by which teams improve the outlook on their upcoming season. While the Washington Nationals haven’t exactly done that, they should be considered one of this winter’s biggest winners.

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.

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.

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.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 29

Nationals Claim Veteran Left-Hander Off Waivers as 40-Man Roster Shuffle Continues

It feels like the rest of the Washington Nationals' offseason prior to spring training arriving is going to be filled with roster shuffling. They signed journeyman infielder Sergio Alcantara to a minor league deal on Wednesday.

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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.

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).

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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.

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.

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 / 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.

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.

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Washington Nationals 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.