Washington Nationals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Cade Cavalli News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 14

Nationals New Ace Cade Cavalli Upgraded His Pitch Arsenal

Once again, the Washington Nationals will have a new starting pitcher on Opening Day. For the fourth year in a row, someone new will toe the rubber to get the season started after MacKenzie Gore was traded to the Texas Rangers.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / February 14

Washington Nationals top pick Eli Willits added needed strength this offseason

Last July, the Washington Nationals made Eli Willits the youngest first overall pick ever. With more famous prospects like Ethan Holiday and LSU ace Kade Anderson available, it was a bit of a risky pick.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 13

Key Nationals Starter Is Reportedly 'Fully Healthy and Ready to Go'

The Washington Nationals will have an interesting battle when it comes to their starting rotation. There are a few players locked into those roles, as

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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 13

Nationals Prepping One of Their Star Players for Possible Position Change

Spring training should have plenty of intriguing storylines to follow for the avid Washington Nationals fan as the team gets set for the upcoming season.

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

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Seaver King News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 12

Ranking Nationals 5 Most Intriguing Non-Roster Spring Training Invitees

The Washington Nationals arrived to spring training knowing they won't be contenders for the World Series or even an NL East title. However, there is still some excitement surrounding the team since they are entering a new era of Nationals baseball.

Brad Lord News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 12

Nationals Boss Makes It Clear What Role They Want Brad Lord To Have

The Washington Nationals haven't stopped making moves despite spring training arriving. First, they were able to trade right-handed pitcher George Soriano in exchange for reliever Andre Granillo.

Seaver King News / Federal Baseball / February 12

Which Washington Nationals Non-Roster Invite has the best chance of making the roster?

Every year, teams have non-roster invites to Spring Training. They are a mixture of prospects who are not on the 40-man roster and veterans trying to fight their way on to the roster.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / February 12

How will the Washington Nationals rotation look with Miles Mikolas in the mix?

Yesterday, Paul Toboni finally made a move in the rotation. Bringing in Miles Mikolas on a one-year $2.25 million deal is not exactly what fans were dreaming of, but it is a move.

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.

MLB 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.

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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 11

Nationals Reportedly Are Signing 10-Year Veteran to Bolster Starting Rotation

Pitchers and catchers have reported to spring training for the Washington Nationals, but that hasn't stopped the front office from adding players. With a need in the bullpen, the front office was able to trade recently DFA'd pitcher George Soriano to acquire intriguing reliever Andre Granillo.

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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.

James Wood News / Federal Baseball / February 11

Could Washington Nationals star James Wood join Team USA for the WBC?

Any intriguing potential Nats storyline emerged earlier today. It was reported that Corbin Carroll broke his Hamate bone in batting practice and will be missing the WBC.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 11

Analyst Believes Nationals Star Prospect Is Back on Track After Strong AFL Showing

The Washington Nationals are trying to stack their farm system with as many talented, young players as possible. That was evident from the MacKenzie Gore trade, as they got back five high-upside prospects in that deal to help retool this pipeline.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 11

Blue Jays, Juan Yepez Agree To Minor League Deal

The Blue Jays are in agreement on a minor league contract with first baseman/outfielder Juan Yepez, per Aram Leighton and Eric Treuden of Just Baseball.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 11

Former Nationals Reliever Finds New Home After Electing to Become Free Agent

The Washington Nationals have a clear need in their bullpen. Instead of addressing it through marquee free agency signings, the front office has opted to heavily use the waiver wire.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 10

This Nationals Opening Day Roster Prediction Features Major Infield Shake-Up

With spring training right around the corner, the Washington Nationals will use that preseason period to evaluate multiple areas on their roster to determine how the Opening Day roster is going to look.

Washington Nationals 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.

Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 6

1 last-minute trade Nationals must make before spring training

After winning the 2019 World Series, the Washington Nationals have not even come close to sniffing the Fall Classic. Former head of baseball operations Mike Rizzo and his longtime counterpart, manager Davey Martinez, lost their jobs last summer.

CJ Abrams News / Yardbarker / February 3

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MLB News / New Baseball Media / February 3

2025 MLB Farm Review: Washington Nationals

The Nationals’ youth movement is in full swing. James Wood had a very nice 2025 season, while Dylan Crews remains one of the more important players in the organization despite an injury-shortened season.