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Blake Butera News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 8
Blake Butera Says He's Been Surprised by Nationals Bullpen Struggles
The story for the Washington Nationals the last week has been about the struggles of their bullpen. Instead of this young team sitting with a winning record 11 games into the season, their relief staff has directly been responsible for three losses against the Philadelphia Phillies, Los Angeles Dodgers and St.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / April 8
The Washington Nationals offense has flipped the switch to start the season 
One storyline that came out of Spring Training was that the Nats offense was a work in progress and the pitching staff could be a pleasant surprise. Just about every Nationals pitcher looked great this spring, while the offense was feeble outside of Brady House.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / April 8
The Washington Nationals bullpen is an unmitigated disaster
Washington Nationals fans are in a familiar spot. They are forced to watch a bullpen that is among the league’s worst for yet another season. After Spring Training, there was some optimism that this rag tag group could overperform their name value, but that has not been the case.
The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz
How many of the players to appear in the most games all-time for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 8
Nationals Bullpen Is a Disaster But There's Not Much That Can Be Done to Fix It
Get used to this phrase a lot: the Washington Nationals bullpen blew a game. That was the prevailing theme for last year's team, and through the first two weeks of this season, it seems like that is going to be the case once again.
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 7
Two Nationals Players Reached '500' Milestones During Monday's Win
Monday was quite the ride for the Washington Nationals. Following a low-scoring first half that was powered by the two starting pitchers, both the Nationals and St.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / April 7
The Washington Nationals Are Finally Moneyballing
For years under hitting coach Darnell Coles, it always felt like Nationals hitters were lacking a defined approach at the plate. Young hitters like James
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 7
Nationals Reportedly Haven't Approached This Young Star With Extension Offer
At this stage of the Washington Nationals' rebuild, it's clear where the club's strengths and weaknesses lie. They have a lineup full of intriguing young talent, as James Wood, Brady House, Daylen Lile and CJ Abrams could be building blocks of the future if the front office wants to assemble a roster around them.
James Wood News / Field Level Media / April 7
James Wood, Nationals strive to continue power surge vs. Cards
St. Louis will try to cool off James Wood on Tuesday night when the Cardinals visit the Washington Nationals in the middle contest of their three-game series.
Andre Granillo News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 7
Nationals Option Andre Granillo, Recall Intriguing Right-Hander in Bullpen Shuffle
Well, after a solid start to the year, the Washington Nationals bullpen is starting to leak some oil. After that unit blew two separate contests against
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 6
Trio of homers powers Nationals comeback against Cardinals
James Wood, Brady House and CJ Abrams homered in a six-run eighth inning and the Nationals rallied for a 9-6 win against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday night in Washington, ending their five-game losing streak.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 6
3 Things Nationals Fans Should Watch as Team Takes on Cardinals in Three-Game Set
Just like that, the Washington Nationals are sitting on a five-game losing streak. Two losses in a row to the Philadelphia Phillies was followed by a sweep against the Los Angeles Dodgers where the pitching staff was completely overwhelmed.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / April 6
Washington Nationals prospect Miguel Sime Jr. makes electrifying Single-A debut
With the current state of the Nationals being widely viewed as far from a legitimate contending window, fans should begin to get familiar with their next generation of top prospects.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / April 6
Nationals Notebook: Irvin Falls Short, Garcia Jr., Abrams, Wood Takeaways
WASHINGTON D.C. – Fans of the Washington Nationals poured back into Nationals Park for the second game of their first home series of 2026 against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Nationals played in front of a sold-out crowd in Washington D.C.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 6
Nationals Monday Fastball: What We Learned and What It Means 2 Weeks Into the Season
Following a disappointing weekend, the Washington Nationals sit with a 3-6 record. They were swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers, and after blowing the finale against the Philadelphia Phillies the series prior, the Nationals have now lost five straight games after getting off to a promising start to the year.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / April 5
The Washington Nationals bullpen ruin the vibes again in a frustrating loss
The Nats lost in a way that looked a lot like their final game of the Phillies series. It is also the kind of loss we have seen a lot in the last year.
MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 5
Nationals' Flaws Were on Display Throughout Three-Game Sweep vs. Dodgers
During the Washington Nationals' day off on Thursday before the start of their first homestand of the 2026 season, they had to be feeling pretty good about themselves.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 2
Young Nationals' first home series comes against champion Dodgers
The Washington Nationals will welcome the two-time defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers to the nation's capital Friday afternoon for their home opener.
Matt Mervis News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 2
Nationals Release Matt Mervis
The Nationals have released first baseman Matt Mervis, per Bobby Blanco of MASNsports.com. He’d signed a minor league deal over the winter, spent spring training with the Nats, and opened the season with their Triple-A club in Rochester.
Dylan Crews News / Athlon Sports / March 31
Dylan Crews Demoted: Fantasy Baseball Outlook & Exact Timeline to Buy Low
The Washington Nationals surprised everyone with their decision to option OF Dylan Crews to Triple-A Rochester in the final days of spring training. Crews’ scouting reports all cite him as a five-tool player; not elite in any one category but strong in all five.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / March 31
Historic streak ends for Nationals' outfielder
Washington Nationals outfielder Joey Wiemer's historic streak ended Monday against the Phillies.
CJ Abrams News / Athlon Sports / March 28
Nationals Remove CJ Abrams From Lineup After Unfortunate Personal News
The 2026 season has just begun, but the Washington Nationals' lineup is already missing one key figure after some unfortunate news. Shortstop CJ Abrams was not in Saturday's lineup against right-hander Cade Horton and the Cubs because there was a death in his family.
Cionel Perez News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23
Nationals To Select Cionel Pérez
Left-handed reliever Cionel Pérez has been informed that he’s made the Nationals’ Opening Day roster, reports Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.com. Pérez is in camp as a non-roster invitee, so the Nats will need to open a 40-man roster spot in order to formally add him to the club.
Griff McGarry News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 22
Nationals Designate Griff McGarry For Assignment
The Nationals announced today that they’ve designated right-hander Griff McGarry for assignment. The move clears a spot for Jorbit Vivas on the 40-man roster, whose previously reported acquisition from the Yankees is now official.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / March 13
Why C.J. Abrams may not be with the Nationals much longer
Every season a few names start making waves around the rumor mill long before the trade deadline. This year, that name is C.J. Abrams.
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