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Nationals Release New Look Lineup for Game 2 of Spring Training

Now that the spring training opener is complete, the schedule is going to be busy for the Washington Nationals as they prepare for the 2026 season opener.

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This One Tweak Could Solve Nationals Star James Wood's Strikeout Issue

One of the most exciting players on this Washington Nationals roster is James Wood. After he impressed following his call-up to The Show in the midst of the 2024 campaign, he was even more head-turning during his first full season of Major League Baseball last year.

MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 21

Standout Performers From Nationals Split-Squad Game Against Cardinals

The Washington Nationals got their spring training campaign underway with split-squad action on Saturday against both the Houston Astros and St. Louis Cardinals.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / February 21

Washington Nationals win both games in their return to action

Baseball is back and the Washington Nationals have come out on top not once, but twice. The team had a split squad double header today, where half the group went to Jupiter to face the Cardinals, while the rest of the team stayed in West Palm Beach to play the Astros.

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MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 21

Four Takeaways From Nationals Spring Training Opener vs. Astros

Spring training got underway for the Washington Nationals on Saturday. With it being a split-squad day, the main team stayed in Palm Beach to face the Houston Astros.

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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 / February 21

Nationals Release Lineups for Spring Training Games Against Astros, Cardinals

The spring training opener for the Washington Nationals has finally arrived, and it's a split-squad day for them as they will have two teams in action.

Washington Nationals News / Total Pro Sports / February 21

Washington Nationals 2026 Projected Lineup: Batting Order, Rotation & More

The Washington Nationals have fresh enthusiasm for the 2026 campaign after yet another uncompetitive display last year. They finished at the foot of the National League East with a 66-96 record, missing out on a playoff berth for the sixth consecutive season.

Blake Butera News / Total Pro Sports / February 21

'They’re Going To Be Pushed Like Never Before' – Blake Butera Take Brutal Approach For The Washington Nationals

The Washington Nationals began the offseason with Paul Toboni, 35, taking over as the president of baseball operations. He brought in Blake Butera as the new manager for the Nationals.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 19

Nationals Introduce New Technology That Should Help Prevent Pitching Injuries

One of the major storylines that took place this offseason was the overhaul the Washington Nationals made when it came to their baseball operations department.

Drew Smith News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 19

New Executive Played Important Role in Drew Smith Signing With Nationals

After a winter where it seemed like the Washington Nationals weren't going to address their bullpen that much, the front office added multiple veteran options during the spring and after camp began.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 19

Blake Butera, CJ Abrams Set Goal for What Nationals Star Should Accomplish This Year

Despite the trade rumors that surround star shortstop CJ Abrams, he is in spring training camp and is expected to be a starter on Opening Day for the Washington Nationals.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 18

Nationals' Eli Willits Gets Glowing Praise, Could Be 'Franchise-Altering Star'

FanGraphs released their top 100 prospects for the 2026 season, and Washington Nationals 2025 first overall pick Eli Willits came in at No. 15. What got him drafted in that coveted spot was his advanced hit tool and elite defense.

MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 18

Nationals Set Their Starting Pitcher for Spring Training Opener vs. Astros

The Washington Nationals are just days away from getting their spring training campaign underway in Grapefruit League action against the Houston Astros down in Florida.

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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 18

Additions of Veteran Pitchers Changes Outlook of Nationals Bullpen This Spring

The outlook of the Washington Nationals bullpen was not favorable entering the offseason. They finished with the worst ERA in Major League Baseball last year and did not have many exciting arms to hang their hats on when it came to future success.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 17

Nationals Players Tested Out New Wrinkle Coming to MLB During Full-Squad Workout

Because the Washington Nationals are so young, conventional thinking would suggest many of their players have familiarity with the new ABS challenge system coming to Major League Baseball this season.

Soccer News / Essential Football / February 17

Five Worst Tackles in Premier League history

We’ve all seen them before – the Premier League is no stranger to a bone-crunching tackle. England’s top division has always been known for its physicality

Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / February 15

Nationals Prospects Who Could Contribute in 2026

It should be an exciting time for Washington Nationals fans. Not only has their front office gone through a complete overhaul, but so has the rest of their organization as a whole. Since winning the World Series in 2019, it has been nothing but disappointing for the team calling the nation’s capital home.

Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 11

Miles Mikolas lands $2.5 million deal with Nationals

The Washington Nationals have added right-handed pitcher Miles Mikolas to their pitching staff amid the start of spring training. Multiple reporters relayed the news that Mikolas has joined the Nats ahead of the 2026 MLB season, as he takes another step in his journey in the big leagues.

Miles Mikolas News / Yardbarker / February 11

Nationals add two-time All-Star to the rotation

Nationals add two-time All-Star pitcher after trading Mackenzie Gore

Lacking depth in the starting rotation after trading Gore, the Nationals decided to spend a little on the free agent market to bring in a quality veteran, right-hander Miles Mikolas.

Rockies add another veteran SP to deepen their rotation

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Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 11

Nationals To Sign Miles Mikolas

The Nationals are signing veteran right-hander Miles Mikolas, reports Jake Mintz of Yahoo Sports. This comes after TalkNats reported that the two sides were talking on Tuesday morning.

Konnor Pilkington News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 9

Tigers To Sign Konnor Pilkington To Minor League Deal

The Tigers are adding left-hander Konnor Pilkington on a minor league agreement, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The 28-year-old made 32 appearances out of the Nationals’ bullpen last season.

Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / February 9

What Does Success Look Like for the Nationals in 2026?

Starting in 2026, a new era of baseball is coming to the nation’s capital with a whole new regime to lead the way. Following another disappointing season under Mike Rizzo and Davey Martinez, the Washington Nationals made significant organizational changes from top to bottom.

Gavin Fien News / Just Baseball / February 7

Why Model-Driven Teams Are High on Gavin Fien

Few draft prospects highlight the philosophical divide between traditional scouting and model-driven evaluation quite like Gavin Fien. Selected at just 18 years and four months old, Fien entered professional baseball with a profile that immediately sparked debate: loud underlying tools paired with a swing that still needs significant refinement.

Konnor Pilkington News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 5

Konnor Pilkington Elects Free Agency

The Nationals announced Thursday that lefty Konnor Pilkington, whom they had designated for assignment last week, cleared waivers and rejected an outright assignment to Triple-A Rochester in favor of free agency.