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Nationals Unlikely To Trade CJ Abrams

As the Nationals’ rebuild has lasted longer than anticipated — leading to a front office overhaul — and CJ Abrams’ name has frequented the rumor circuit over the past few years as a result.

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Nationals Open to Trading Dylan Crews after Just Three Years

Just three years ago, Dylan Crews was the undisputed crown jewel of the Washington Nationals’ rebuild. Selected second overall in the 2023 MLB Draft, the LSU Golden Spikes winner was universally pegged as a future cornerstone and the presumed missing piece to a championship-caliber outfield.

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The 'AL & NL Rookies of the Year' quiz

How many of these past ROY winners since the 2000 MLB season can you name in six minutes?

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The offseason needs for every MLB team

Another MLB season is in the books. The pending lockout is hanging over the heads of players and ownership, but there could be a mad rush of moves prior to December.

Jacob Young News / ESPN / November 11

Nationals, OF Young agree on 4-year deal with '31 option

Outfielder Jacob Young has agreed to a four-year contract with the Nationals, a deal that also includes a team option for 2031.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 11

Potential Nationals Free Agency Target Set to Sign One-Year Deal Elsewhere

The Washington Nationals need help in their bullpen, but their plan for how they are going to upgrade that unit isn't clear in the early stages of the offseason.

Dylan Crews News / Federal Baseball / November 11

Three trade proposals for Washington Nationals outfielder Dylan Crews

Last night we got our first big piece of Nats related news from the GM Meetings. Spencer Nusbaum reported that Dylan Crews has emerged as a popular trade target around the league.

Dylan Crews News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 10

Nationals Receiving Trade Interest In Dylan Crews

The Nationals are fielding interest from other clubs on former #2 overall pick Dylan Crews, reports Spencer Nusbaum of The Athletic. Washington has also gotten calls on left fielder Daylen Lile, Nusbaum writes, though he suggests the asking price on Lile is high enough that Crews is the more likely of the duo to move.

Jackson Kent News / Federal Baseball / November 10

What does the future hold for Washington Nationals left hander Jackson Kent

The 2026 season was an interesting one for Jackson Kent. On one hand, he had quality numbers in the minor leagues and made his MLB debut. However, he also looked overmatched for most of his big league tenure, and did not exactly dominate in AAA.

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25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Trevor Megill News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 10

Nationals Should Go All-In for Trevor Megill, Who's 'Likely Moved Before Opening Day'

The top priority for the Washington Nationals this offseason should be to improve their bullpen. They have not fielded a unit that finished in the top half of the majors in ERA since 2022, when that relief staff had a cumulative ERA of 3.84 that put them tied for No.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / November 9

Will Paul Toboni and the Washington Nationals make any noise at the GM Meetings?

Today is actually the first day of the GM Meetings in Las Vegas. Most years, the GM meetings don’t result in any massive moves, instead they set the scene for things that happen later in the offseason.

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MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 9

Nationals Should Have Their Sights Set on Twins Ace Who Is Expected To Be Shopped

The general manager meetings are set to get underway on Nov. 9, and what takes place during this high-profile event could shed some light on how the Washington Nationals are able to operate throughout the offseason.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / November 9

Will the Washington Nationals make major offensive additions this offseason?

When we have discussed offseason additions, most of the focus has been on the pitching staff. That is for good reason, as the pitching was the clear weak point of the team last year.

Kris Bubic News / Federal Baseball / November 8

Kris Bubic Is A Perfect Fit For The Washington Nationals Rotation

The Nationals have an opportunity to add some interesting arms this offseason, and one pitcher I want to see them take a look at is Kris Bubic. The 29-year-old left-hander has struggled to stay healthy, but when he’s been on the mound over the last few years, the results have been encouraging.

Will Dion News / Federal Baseball / November 8

Will Dion looks like a shrewd pickup for Paul Toboni and the Washington Nationals

When the Nationals traded Foster Griffin to the Guardians, I thought the return was underwhelming. Paul Toboni went for a quantity heavy package that was short on big name prospects.

Washington Nationals News / New Baseball Media / November 8

2026 MLB Season Recap: Washington Nationals

For what was a start of a new era in 2026, it certainly got off to a good start for the Nationals. Washington went 77-85, an 11-game improvement from 2025.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 7

What Jacob Young's Extension Could Mean for Dylan Crews' Future With Nationals

On Friday, the Washington Nationals made another notable long-term decision. After locking staff ace Cade Cavalli into a contract extension before the end of the 2026 season, they secured elite defensive center fielder Jacob Young with a four-year extension on Nov.

Reiver Sanmartin News / Viral Sports News / November 7

Giants Acquire 23-Year-Old Strikeout Artist in Trade

The San Francisco Giants turned a necessary roster cut into a quiet addition of upside when they sent left-hander Reiver Sanmartin to the Washington Nationals for right-handed reliever Robert Cranz, the team announced.

Jose Tena News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 7

Jose Tena Finds New Home After Nationals Designate Him for Assignment

On Nov. 2, the Washington Nationals had to make multiple roster moves. With players on the 60-day injured list needing to be activated, that meant the Nationals had to get their 40-man roster down to compliance.

CJ Abrams News / EssentiallySports / November 7

Washington Nationals’ CJ Abrams Reportedly Demands Security Before Signing Extension

Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams launched 33 homers, drove in 106 runs, and swiped 34 bags in 2026, yet he also committed about 20 errors with the leather.

Jacob Young News / Field Level Media / November 6

Report: Nationals agree to 4-year extension with OF Jacob Young

The Washington Nationals agreed to a four-year, $23 million extension with outfielder Jacob Young, MLB.com reported Friday. The deal includes an $8 million club option for a fifth season, according to the report.

Washington Nationals News / Larry Brown Sports / November 6

CJ Abrams is making a notable demand this offseason

CJ Abrams appears to be hardlining the Washington Nationals. The Nationals star infielder Abrams will only be signing an extension with the team this offseason if he receives “some degree of assurance” that he will be playing the shortstop position, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported Friday.

CJ Abrams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 6

Could Nationals trade C.J. Abrams during offseason?

With the Washington Nationals’ 2026 season in the books, the ball club has a superstar talent that could lead the team for many years at shortstop, C.J.

Jacob Young News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Nationals, Jacob Young Agree To Extension

9:26am: It’s a four-year deal that guarantees Young $23MM, Murray now adds. There’s a fifth-year option valued at $8MM. Any buyout on that option would be folded into the $23MM guarantee, but regardless of the specific breakdown, he can max out around $30-31MM over a five-year term.

Washington Nationals News / New Baseball Media / October 27