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On YouTubeWashington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 17
There Is One Obvious Internal Closer Candidate Nationals Should Roll With
Despite the clear need for bullpen upgrades, everyone knew the Washington Nationals wouldn't be shopping at the top of the market when it came to the closing position.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / December 17
Will the Washington Nationals continue to add to the starting rotation? 
Yesterday, Paul Toboni made his first free agent addition, signing left handed pitcher Foster Griffin from Japan. Griffin should bolster the back end of a rotation that needs help after a rough 2025.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 16
Nationals add former 1st-round pick on 1-year contract
The Washington Nationals have hit the rest button completely on their organization, hiring Paul Toboni as their president of baseball operations and Blake Butera as their manager.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
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.
Foster Griffin News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 16
Nationals Agree to Major League Deal With 2025 NPB All-Star Foster Griffin
The offseason is starting to heat up for the Washington Nationals. After there were countless trade rumors and speculation featuring MacKenzie Gore and CJ Abrams, new president of baseball operations Paul Toboni was able to get two deals done that improves the long-term outlook of this franchise.
Foster Griffin News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 16
Nationals To Sign Foster Griffin
The Nationals are going to sign left-hander Foster Griffin, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. It’ll be a one-year, $5.5MM contract with another $1MM in incentives for the Excel Sports Management client.
Washington Nationals News / The Spun / December 16
PGA Tour Star Justin Thomas Announces $1 Million Donation
One of Alabama's most noteworthy alums is reportedly giving back in a big way to the school that helped launch his professional golf career. On Tuesday,
Luis Perales News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 16
Prominent Evaluator Explains Why Nationals Fans Should Be Excited About Luis Perales
On Monday night, some news broke that a trade had been made between the Washington Nationals and Boston Red Sox. If that bit of information had come earlier in the offseason, everyone would have expected the two sides to have agreed to a deal featuring MacKenzie Gore.
Ty France News / Federal Baseball / December 16
As First Base Market Thins, Ty France Is A Strong Fit For The Washington Nationals
Another first base option in the Nats’ realm of possibility is off the board, as Josh Bell signed with the Minnesota Twins for 1 year, $7 million yesterday.
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 / Washington Nationals on SI / December 16
Are Nationals Making Mistake by Not Prioritizing Japanese Market This Offseason?
This offseason has been one of change for the Washington Nationals. Once Paul Toboni was announced as the franchise's next president of baseball operations, it has been nonstop for the 35-year-old to transform this organization.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 15
Red Sox, Nationals Swap Pitching Prospects
In a rare type of transaction, the Nationals and Red Sox have agreed to swap pitching prospects. The clubs announced a one-for-one deal that sends righty Luis Perales to Washington and southpaw Jake Bennett to Boston.
CJ Abrams News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 15
Nationals Might Not Be Motivated to Move CJ Abrams Anymore
Now multiple days removed from the conclusion of the Winter Meetings when the Washington Nationals loaded up in the Rule 5 Draft, there still remains a cloud of mystery hanging over the franchise's head.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / December 15
Who will be the Washington Nationals closer in 2026?
With Jose A. Ferrer being dealt to the Mariners for Harry Ford, it is no secret that the Nationals need help in the back end of the bullpen. Even before the Ferrer trade, the Nats bullpen was the worst in all of baseball and needed help.
Josh Bell News / Yardbarker / December 15
Twins reveal their plans for 2026 by adding former All-Star Josh Bell
Bell joins a list that will grow as the Twins look for more players on the margins to sign.
Josh Bell News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 15
Twins To Sign Josh Bell
9:39am: Bell’s 2026 salary will be $5.5MM, per Bobby Nightengale of the Minneapolis Star Tribune. He also receives a $250K signing bonus, and there’s a $1.25MM buyout on the mutual option.
Blake Butera News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 14
Trio of Nationals Stars Make Eye-Opening Comments to New Manager Blake Butera
This offseason is one of change for the Washington Nationals. That was to be expected after owner Mark Lerner made the decision to fire longtime executive Mike Rizzo and World Series-winning manager Dave Martinez in the middle of the 2025 campaign.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 14
3 Free Agent Relievers Who Could Be Perfect Fits for Nationals This Offseason
The Washington Nationals have not made a major league addition to their roster via free agency. They have signed a few players to minor league deals and pulled off a notable trade for star catching prospect Harry Ford -- who could be their catcher of the future -- by shipping out Jose A.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 13
Royals reportedly discussing trade with Nationals involving star players
The Kansas City Royals still have plenty of work to do on their roster. An unexpected trade could be the beginning of a domino effect.
Josiah Gray News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 12
Nationals sign 2023 All-Star to $1.35 million deal
The Washington Nationals and starting pitcher Josiah Gray have come to an agreement on a one-year contract that will allow the team and the pitcher to avoid arbitration.
Josiah Gray News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 12
Nationals, Josiah Gray Avoid Arbitration
The Nationals announced that they have signed a one-year deal with right-hander Josiah Gray to avoid arbitration. Gray will make $1.35MM in 2026, reports Jeff Passan of ESPN.
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.
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.
CJ Abrams News / Just Baseball / December 9
Trading CJ Abrams Could Accelerate the Nationals’ Rebuild
If you were to truly dive into the professional career of CJ Abrams, you would understand why his career has been a bit of a rollercoaster. CJ Abrams was
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.
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