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MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 4
Former Nationals Infielder Will Attempt to Resurrect Career With New York Yankees
As the Washington Nationals continue to work their way through the first offseason under the leadership of new president of baseball operations Paul Toboni, it's interesting to see where some of their former players have ended up.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 4
Yankees Sign Paul DeJong To Minor League Deal
The Yankees and Paul DeJong are in agreement on a minor league deal, according to a report from Jon Heyman of the New York Post. DeJong will receive an invite to big league Spring Training next month as part of the deal.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / January 4
Who will be the Washington Nationals utility infielder in 2026? 
One position we have not talked about too much this offseason is the utility infield spot. Bench spots are not the sexiest thing to talk about, but they can be very important.
The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025
When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 4
The Nationals’ Closer Options
The swap of Jose A. Ferrer for Harry Ford brought the Nationals their potential catcher of the future. It also left an already-thin bullpen without a clear closer for the upcoming season.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 3
This Draft Prospect Is Someone to Heavily Monitor for Nationals' First-Round Pick
It will be interesting to see how the Washington Nationals approach the 2026 MLB Draft. Following another disappointing season in 2025, they weren't able to be rewarded with a top pick.
Harry Ford News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 3
Harry Ford Given Surprising Odds to Make Nationals' Opening Day Roster
With 2026 now here, Washington Nationals fans can start looking ahead to how this team might look when Opening Day arrives on March 26. More moves will
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 2
Two Free Agency Splashes Nationals Could Make at Key Positions of Need
The Washington Nationals have made only four additions to their 40-man roster this winter, with just one of them coming in free agency when they signed Foster Griffin after a successful stint in Japan.
Washington Nationals News / Last Word On Sports / January 2
Could Nationals Be Moving On From MASN?
For their first 20 years in the nation’s capital, the Washington Nationals had no say in their television rights. That has now changed, and the team appears to be ready to make a jump.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 2
Nationals Fans Will Love Who Team's 2026 Breakout Player Is Predicted To Be
2025 was a tale of two halves when it came to breakout players for the Washington Nationals. In the first half, James Wood was sensational. The rising star slashed .278/.381/.534 with 24 homers and 69 RBIs.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / January 2
Meet Tyler Bell, The Perfect Paul Toboni And Washington Nationals Draft Target
Back in October, I took a look at Paul Toboni’s history of drafts with the Boston Red Sox in hopes of finding a clear trend in his draft philosophy. What I discovered was a tendency to target hitters in the first round, up the middle position players, and big-time strikeout stuff when he does go after pitchers.
MacKenzie Gore News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 2
Yankees Again Named Best Trade Fit for Nationals Ace MacKenzie Gore
It's been a bit quiet when it comes to the rumor mill for the Washington Nationals. After it seemed like president of baseball operations Paul Toboni was ready to wheel and deal his way into the new era during the early part of the offseason, he has kept his best trade chip close to the vest to see how the rest of free agency pans out.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 31
This Stat Shows Just How Historic Nationals Star Daylen Lile's September Was
Towards the end of this past season, there wasn't much for Washington Nationals fans to be excited about when it came to the results on the field. James Wood and MacKenzie Gore cooled off tremendously from their All-Star first halves.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 31
Nationals Listed Among Six Teams That Could Take Step Forward in 2026
2025 was supposed to be the year where the Washington Nationals broke through a bit. After two straight seasons where they won 71 games, the optimism heading
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 30
Nationals Former First-Round Pick Highlighted as Someone Who Could Breakout in 2026
There are a lot of young players the Washington Nationals will by relying on to get themselves out of this rebuilding process. With Paul Toboni and his
Washington Nationals News / Rodeo on SI / December 26
Sam Petersen Shines in NFR Debut, Finishes as Bareback Average Champion
The National Finals Rodeo was packed with the best rodeo athletes putting on their best performances of the year. All season long, bareback riders worked for this moment, and to hopefully go home with a title.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 23
Nationals Hire Shawn O’Malley As Assistant Hitting Coach
The Nationals announced their full 2026 coaching staff this afternoon. The only new development is the hiring of Shawn O’Malley as one of two assistant hitting coaches.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / December 19
Four Trade Offers the Nationals Would Accept for CJ Abrams
The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal reported on Dec. 8 that the Washington Nationals are receiving interest in shortstop CJ Abrams. While Rosenthal poured water on that fire a week later, writing that the Nationals want another year with the 25-year-old, a lot can change with one phone call.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / December 19
Playing GM: 5 Moves to Complete the Washington Nationals Roster for 2026
Each year on the Just Baseball Show, Peter Appel, Aram Leighton, and Jack McMullen put out a series of videos that has them “Play GM” for every single team in Major League Baseball.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / December 17
Reports: Nationals hiring Ani Kilambi to GM role
The Washington Nationals are hiring 31-year-old Ani Kilambi as their new general manager, according to multiple media reports on Wednesday. Kilambi has spent the last four years as assistant GM for the Philadelphia Phillies, leading the club's research departments and the club's use of data throughout the organization.
Washington Nationals News / Total Apex Sports / December 17
Ani Kilambi Hired As Next General Manager Of Washington Nationals
In a move that solidifies their new direction, the Nationals are hiring 31-year-old Ani Kilambi as their next general manager. Kilambi, who has spent the
Josh Bell News / Yardbarker / December 15
Twins reveal their plans for 2026 by adding former All-Star Josh Bell
Bell joins a list that will grow as the Twins look for more players on the margins to sign.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 13
Royals reportedly discussing trade with Nationals involving star players
The Kansas City Royals still have plenty of work to do on their roster. An unexpected trade could be the beginning of a domino effect.
Washington Nationals News / Larry Brown Sports / December 8
Nationals willing to trade two All-Star players
The Washington Nationals’ rebuild may be on the verge of a rebuild. The Nationals have expressed a willingness to trade both shortstop CJ Abrams and pitcher MacKenzie Gore, according to Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 6
Mariners trade top catching prospect Harry Ford for surprising return
Catching prospect Harry Ford is blocked at the major league level in the Seattle Mariners organization. As the Mariners are looking to improve the roster for a deep playoff run, Ford was expected to be on the trade block. That trade happened on Saturday.
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