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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 1
Nationals Skipper Blake Butera Benched Jorbit Vivas Mid-Game, Why That Was Important
When Blake Butera was hired as the manager of the Washington Nationals, something that he preached when it came to his leadership was accountability. The first-year skipper was tasked with trying to install his ideal culture in a clubhouse that is the youngest in Major League Baseball.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 1
Nationals To Select Jared Simpson
The Nationals are selecting the contract of lefty Jared Simpson, reports Spencer Nusbaum of The Athletic. He’ll be the team’s second September call-up, joining previously reported infielder Yohandy Morales in that regard.
Erik Tolman News / Federal Baseball / September 1
This tool helped Erik Tolman become a flame-throwing big leaguer 
When new Nationals reliever Erik Tolman pitches, you immediately notice a couple of things. The first is his upper 90’s velocity from the left side which has overwhelmed big league hitters so far.
The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in a single game multiple times in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Trevor Williams News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 1
Recently Released Nationals Pitcher Trevor Williams Inks MLB Deal With AL Team
Throughout the course of the 2026 season, Washington Nationals president of baseball operations Paul Toboni has made changes to the roster. Many people expected that to occur this past winter when he first was hired.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Daylen Lile News / Field Level Media / September 1
Nationals' Daylen Lile out to continue hot streak in matchup vs. Braves
Atlanta will try to cool off reigning National League Player of the Week Daylen Lile when the Braves open a two-game series against the Nationals in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday night.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / September 1
Miguel Sime Jr.’s meteoric rise awarded with Nationals’ MiLB accolade
With the Minor League Baseball season approaching its end as the calendar gets set to flip to September, fans, coaches, and analysts alike are beginning to fully evaluate the 2026 campaigns of prospects around the league.
Yohandy Morales News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 1
Nationals Will Reportedly Call Up Slugging Prospect Yohandy Morales for MLB Debut
With rosters across Major League Baseball expanding from 26 to 28 men on Sept. 1, the Washington Nationals reportedly have decided to promote one of their intriguing prospects for his MLB debut.
Daylen Lile Enters List with Pete Crow-Armstrong and Corbin Carroll
It’s fair to say 2026 hasn’t been the best season for Washington Nationals fans. The team has a 66-74 record, but Daylen Lile has been extremely fun to watch.
Erik Tolman News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 31
Erik Tolman Records Career-First as Nationals Vanquish Some Demons Against Marlins
On Sunday, the Washington Nationals suffered one of their most frustrating losses of the season. While they have blown late leads throughout the 2026 campaign, the way they blew it against the Miami Marlins created a ton of exasperation.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Yohandy Morales News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31
Nationals To Select Yohandy Morales
The Nationals are calling up corner infield prospect Yohandy Morales with active rosters expanding on Tuesday, reports Yordano Carmona of Pelota Cubana USA.
Daylen Lile News / Field Level Media / August 31
Daylen Lile's two-homer game powers Nats' comeback over Marlins
Reigning National League Player of the Week Daylen Lile went 3-for-3 with a pair of two-run home runs and the Washington Nationals rallied past the visiting Miami Marlins 6-3 Monday night.
Seaver King News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 31
Some Notable Prospects Were Named Nationals' 2026 Minor League Players of the Year
While the play on the major league diamond is still lacking, there's no question that the future is bright for the Washington Nationals based on what they have in their pipeline.
Trevor Williams News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31
Nationals Release Trevor Williams
The Nationals released veteran righty Trevor Williams yesterday after he passed through waivers unclaimed, per the team’s transaction log at MLB.com. Washington had designated the 34-year-old righty for assignment last week.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 30
Nationals' Latest Bullpen Collapse Might Be Most Frustrating One Yet
The Washington Nationals blew save No. 35 on Sunday. Maybe it was who the Nationals were playing. Maybe it was the fact that they were so close to winning their fourth game in a row to right the ship heading into September following a disastrous month of August.
CJ Abrams News / Athlon Sports / August 30
Nationals Make CJ Abrams Decision After 130 Games
CJ Abrams is getting a new look in the Washington Nationals’ infield as the club continues evaluating its young core down the stretch. Abrams made his first start of the season at second base Sunday, with manager Blake Butera moving him from shortstop.
James Wood News / Athlon Sports / August 30
Nationals Manager Reveals the Plan for Injured All-Star James Wood
The Washington Nationals could soon have James Wood back in their lineup. Manager Blake Butera revealed that the All-Star outfielder will begin a minor league rehab assignment Sunday with the Double-A Harrisburg Senators as he works his way back from an oblique strain.
Dylan Crews News / Field Level Media / August 29
Dylan Crews, Nationals walk-off Marlins in 10th inning
Dylan Crews' two-out bases-loaded single in the 10th gave the host Washington Nationals a 5-4 win over the Miami Marlins on Saturday. It was Crews' first career walk-off hit and the first walk-off win of the season for the Nationals, who won their third straight.
13 Win Pitcher Listed as Starter in Miami Marlins vs Washington Nationals August 29th Matchup
Game 2 of the Miami Marlins versus the Washington Nationals continues on August 29th, and the pitching matchup is very interesting. While neither pitcher has an ERA below 3.00 this year, both have at least 12 wins.
Washington Nationals News / Fadeaway World / August 28
Stephen Jackson, Matt Barnes Rip ‘Loser’ Skip Bayless For Disrespecting Russell Westbrook
Russell Westbrook announced his retirement on Aug. 12 and is widely expected to become a first-ballot Hall of Famer in 2029. It would be a deserved honor for Westbrook, but veteran NBA analyst Skip Bayless thinks he shouldn’t even be a Hall of Famer, let alone get in on the first ballot.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / August 27
Nationals' Cade Cavalli has been significant bright spot in the rotation
Washington Nationals right-handed starting pitcher Cade Cavalli has been a notable bright spot this season.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / August 24
CJ Abrams’ Position Change Opens the Door for a Top Prospect
This year, the Washington Nationals have taken a massive step forward in their rebuild, in large part thanks to the sustained offensive performance of star CJ Abrams.
Jacob Young News / Larry Brown Sports / August 24
Nationals’ Jacob Young climbs wall to make the catch of the year
Washington Nationals outfielder Jacob Young might have just clinched the catch of the year nod in Major League Baseball. Young scaled the left field fence at LoanDepot Park in Miami on Sunday to steal an extra-base hit from Miami Marlins outfielder Heriberto Hernandez to end the third inning.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 20
Rangers' Jacob deGrom joins exclusive club with latest milestone
Jacob deGrom entered the game Thursday night against the Washington Nationals just shy of reaching a major career milestone. deGrom's second strikeout of the game was the 2,000th strikeout of his career.
CJ Abrams News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15
Nationals make bold move that could define CJ Abrams’ future
The Washington Nationals are moving All-Star shortstop CJ Abrams to second base, manager Blake Butera announced Friday. Abrams has played the position exclusively during his five seasons with the club and will swap roles with Nasim Nunez in a gradual transition expected to take more than a day but less than several weeks.
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