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Nationals Manager Shares Surprising Analysis on Zack Littell's Latest Outing

On Tuesday, struggling Washington Nationals starter Zack Littell had a chance to get things on track. Set to face a floundering New York Mets lineup, the veteran right-hander was presented with an opportunity to rebuild some confidence by putting together a strong outing following a rough start to the year.

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Another Nationals Arm Gets Named International League Pitcher of the Week

So far this season, has been more lows than highs for the Washington Nationals pitching staff. While Foster Griffin's incredible return to the majors has

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 28

Former GM Hopes Nationals 'Learned Their Lesson' When It Comes to Extending Young Star

In the midst of the frustrating rebuild the Washington Nationals have undertaken since winning the World Series in 2019, it's clear they have building blocks of the future on their MLB roster.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / Federal Baseball / April 28

Washington Nationals head to Queens to face New York Mets for first time in 2026

The Nats grinded out a series win against the Chicago White Sox over the weekend, taking the last 2 games of the series to bring themselves back to just 3 games under .500.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 28

Nationals Catchers Give Bizarre Reasoning for Their Struggles With ABS Challenges

A new wrinkle thrown at every Major League Baseball team ahead of the 2026 season was how to handle the ABS Challenge System that was set to be implemented.

Seaver King News / Federal Baseball / April 27

Seaver King and other Washington Nationals prospects are swinging less and doing more damage

Last season, Seaver King swung at 53.1% of pitches in the minors. That is much more than the average big league rate, which hovers around 46%. This over aggression is part of what contributed to a rough first pro season for King.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 27

Nationals Monday Fastball: Notable Stats From Grueling 17-Game Stretch

The Washington Nationals wrapped up their grueling 17 games in 17 days stretch on Sunday. During that time, they ranged from playing baseball's best team in the Atlanta Braves to playoff hopefuls like the Milwaukee Brewers, San Francisco Giants and Pittsburgh Pirates to a fellow rebuilding team in the Chicago White Sox.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / April 27

Nationals Minor League Hitters Are Off To Their Best Collective Start In Recent Memory

Through the first few weeks of the professional baseball season in 2026, a headline for the Nationals has been the talent in the farm system blossoming, as many of their top prospects, and a few surprise names, have been raking to begin the year.

Richard Lovelady News / Federal Baseball / April 27

The nomadic Richard Lovelady has finally found the love with the Washington Nationals

For the last couple years, Richard Lovelady has been known for two things. The first is his funny name and the second is all the times he has been cut and re-signed by the Mets.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 26

3 Things That Stood Out During Nationals Series Victory Over White Sox

It took a while -- right around two weeks to be exact -- but the Washington Nationals are back in the winner's circle when it comes to securing a series victory.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / April 26

The Washington Nationals pull off another extra inning win led by Foster Griffin and Jose Tena

Right as I hit send on a tweet questioning the logic of Blake Butera pinch hitting Jose Tena for Jacob Young, Tena blasted a solo homer in the 10th, which proved to be the difference in the game.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 26

Unheralded Nationals Prospect Has Longest Active Minor League Baseball Streak

The goal of the new Washington Nationals front office is to refurbish this farm system. Led by president of baseball operations Paul Toboni, this regime believes the best way they can push the Nationals out of their current rebuilding phase and into contender status is by acquiring and developing the best young talent possible.

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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 26

Nationals Place Their Closer on Injured List, Recall Two Relievers From Minors

Changes have continued to take place for the Washington Nationals and their pitching staff in the early going of this season. With both the rotation and bullpen struggling, president of baseball operations Paul Toboni and manager Blake Butera have searched for answers that will give them at least a competent unit.

Jorbit Vivas News / Federal Baseball / April 26

Jorbit Vivas has been a quality addition for the Washington Nationals

When the Nationals acquired Jorbit Vivas in exchange for Sean Paul Linan, I was a bit puzzled. The Nats already had a left handed utility infielder in Jose Tena, and giving up a real prospect like Linan felt like a lot for a fringe roster player.

Nasim Nunez News / Field Level Media / April 26

Nationals SS Nasim Nunez playing 'nasty' against White Sox

Washington Nationals shortstop Nasim Nunez delivered two hits, four RBIs and a stolen base during Saturday's 6-3, 10-inning victory against the host Chicago White Sox.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 25

4 Nationals Prospects Who Should Be Next Ones Called Up for Their MLB Debuts

This is a year of evaluation for the Washington Nationals. With a new front office now in charge, they are taking stock to see who can be building blocks for this franchise going forward.

Nasim Nunez News / Field Level Media / April 25

Nasim Nunez helps Nationals plate 4 in the 10th to down White Sox

Nasim Nunez had a pair of two-run singles, one of which capped off a breakout 10th inning to help the Washington Nationals come away with a 6-3 victory over the host Chicago White Sox Saturday afternoon.

Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 23

Nationals To Recall Riley Cornelio For MLB Debut

The Nationals are going to recall right-hander Riley Cornelio, reports Spencer Nusbaum of The Athletic. The Nats announced that righty Julian Fernández was optioned to Triple-A Rochester after today’s game, so Cornelio is presumably the corresponding move.