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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.

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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.

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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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.

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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 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.

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.

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.

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 / Washington Nationals on SI / April 25

Nationals Add More Offense to Roster After Recalling Opening Day Starter

The Washington Nationals lost the opening contest of their three-game series against the Chicago White Sox on Friday. It was a disappointing major league debut for right-handed pitcher Riley Cornelio, as the 25-year-old struggled to find the zone during his outing.

Eli Willits News / Federal Baseball / April 25

First overall pick Eli Willits is heating up for the Fred Nats

After looking very comfortable in Low-A as a 17 year old last year, Eli Willits got off to a surprisingly slow start for the Fred Nats. The former first overall pick was only hitting .139 in his first nine games.

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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.

Blake Butera News / Federal Baseball / April 25

Blake Butera made some rookie mistakes for the Washington Nationals last night

Overall, I think Blake Butera has done a solid job in his first few weeks as Nats manager. Sure, there are some bullpen decisions you could question, but he does not have many great options.

Riley Cornelio News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 25

Nationals Send Riley Cornelio Back to Triple-A After Disastrous MLB Debut

There was some anticipation surrounding the first contest of the Washington Nationals' three-game set against the Chicago White Sox on Friday. Not only

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Ronny Cruz News / Federal Baseball / April 24

Ronny Cruz is on the verge of becoming a top 100 prospect for the Washington Nationals

When the Washington Nationals picked up Ronny Cruz as part of the return in the Michael Soroka deal, he was seen as a high upside lottery ticket. You could see the upside, but he was very raw and put up middling numbers in rookie ball.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 24

This Nationals Prospect Is Drawing Comparisons to Fernando Tatis Jr.

The Washington Nationals have plenty of talented youngsters in their farm system. Per MLB Pipeline's rankings, they have five top 100 guys: shortstop Eli Willits (No.

Riley Cornelio News / Federal Baseball / April 24

What to expect from Riley Cornelio in his Washington Nationals debut

As we all know, the Nationals badly need talented pitchers. After yesterday’s game, they called up one of the more promising arms in their system in Riley Cornelio.

Cade Cavalli News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 24

Nationals' Cade Cavalli Flashes His Ace Upside, Feels Confident After Career Night

On Thursday, the Washington Nationals had a chance to secure a series split against the Atlanta Braves. And on paper, there was no better starting pitcher to throw out there than Cade Cavalli.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 23

Nationals Reportedly Will Call Up Star Minor Leaguer for His MLB Debut

The Washington Nationals are searching for answers in their pitching staff. Following an offseason that saw the front office sign veterans to short-term deals, make waiver claims and add other pitchers through minor league contracts, it's clear the Nationals are lacking high-end arms at the MLB level.

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.