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The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 2
Cade Cavalli, Willson Contreras among four suspended for Red Sox-Nats brawl
Major League Baseball announced four suspensions on Thursday for a bench-clearing incident that took place between the Boston Red Sox and Washington Nationals earlier this week.
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
MLB News / Federal Baseball / July 2
Washington Nationals and Baltimore Orioles link up for their first ever trade 
The Nationals and Orioles linked up for a pretty minor trade last night. Paul Toboni acquired the recently DFA’d Kyle Nicolas in exchange for minor league infielder Randal Diaz.
MLB News / DC Sports King / July 2
Nationals Unleash Explosive Offense on Green Monster and Red Sox
The Washington Nationals’ recent trip to Boston delivered a memorable spectacle, defined by soaring temperatures, flared tempers, and a barrage of baseballs directed at the most famous wall in sports.
MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 2
Nationals Add Another Bullpen Arm in Historic Trade With Orioles
The Washington Nationals need bullpen arms from anywhere they can get them. They've deployed a skeleton unit this season. By using the available options that the majority of their relievers have, they've shifted the group around throughout the first part of the campaign.
Andrew Alvarez News / Federal Baseball / July 2
Andrew Alvarez is proving he is more than a flash in the pan for the Washington Nationals
At the end of last season, Andrew Alvarez had five really nice starts for the Nats. He did not go that deep into games, but Alvarez proved to be effective with his breaking ball heavy attack.
Cade Cavalli News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 2
Nationals Ace Cade Cavalli Says He's 'Extremely Torn Up' About His Role in Brawl
On Wednesday, the Washington Nationals beat the Boston Red Sox, 10-2, to win the series. It was an important win for the Nationals, as they rebounded nicely following their historic losses against the Philadelphia Phillies to win two consecutive sets and remain in the playoff race.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 1
Beltway rivals Orioles and Nationals complete first trade between franchises
The Nationals and Orioles made their first trade since relocation. It may be a sign that the two sides are ready to coexist.
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
3 Takeaways as Nationals Rebound Again With Emphatic Series Win Over Red Sox
Late on June 26, there were questions if the season was coming off the rails for the Washington Nationals. Not only did they lose 3-1 against the Baltimore Orioles, but that was their fourth loss in a row after they lost three straight games in historic fashion against the Philadelphia Phillies the series prior.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / July 1
James Wood, Nationals blast Red Sox to take series
Andres Chaparro and Nasim Nunez hit their first home runs of the season and James Wood added a three-run shot as the visiting Washington Nationals rolled past the Boston Red Sox 10-2 on Wednesday afternoon.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / July 1
Nationals' Cade Cavalli sorry for remark toward Willson Contreras
Washington Nationals right-hander Cade Cavalli apologized Wednesday for his comment toward Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras that ignited a benches-clearing incident.
Two Top 30 Nationals Prospects Get Selected to All-Star Futures Game
What's been going on in the Washington Nationals' farm system this year has been encouraging. Not only have multiple top prospects drafted by the previous
Eli Willits News / ESPN / July 1
Willits, De Paula, Made among MLB Futures picks
Nationals shortstop Eli Willits, the top overall pick in last year's amateur draft, was among 50 players picked Wednesday for the All-Star Futures Game at Philadelphia's Citizens Bank Park on July 12.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / July 1
2026 MLB Daily Recap: Phils Shutout Pirates, Cavalli Twirls Gem
June 30 was not a bad day for the NL East at all. Four of the five teams in the division won on the 30th. Cristopher Sanchez and Cade Cavalli both tossed gems, while the Marlins’ offense took off in Colorado against the Rockies.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 30
Red Sox's Willson Contreras throws helmet at Nationals' Cade Cavalli during bench-clearing brawl
For the second consecutive night, Willson Contreras of the Boston Red Sox was ejected following a strikeout. However, there were plenty more fireworks associated with his shortened night on Tuesday.
Mitchell Parker News / Yardbarker / June 30
Nationals pitcher Mitchell Parker likely needs season-ending surgery
2026 marked the third major league season in Parker's young career, but it was on pace to be the worst.
Washington Nationals News / Athlon Sports / June 29
Nationals' Emerging Infielder Wins MLB Weekly Honors
The Washington Nationals have surprised many with their offense, leading Major League Baseball with 449 runs scored entering Monday's action. One of those offensive catalysts is second baseman Luis Garcia Jr., who is on track to have the best season of his seven-year career.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / June 29
Nationals Lose Two Players to Injury Before Red Sox Series
The Washington Nationals placed left-hander Mitchell Parker and left-handed reliever Richard Lovelady on the 15-day injured list Monday ahead of a three-game road series against the Boston Red Sox.
Jhancarlos Lara News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 29
Nationals Outright Jhancarlos Lara
The Nationals announced that right-hander Jhancarlos Lara cleared outright waivers and has been assigned to Double-A Harrisburg. This is his first career outright assignment and he has less than three years of service time, so he does not have the right to elect free agency.
Luis Garcia News / Yardbarker / June 28
Luis Garcia Jr. fuels Nationals' win with second multi-HR game of June
Closing out the month the same way he opened it, Washington Nationals first baseman Luis García Jr. powered his team to a 6-4 victory over the Baltimore
Bryce Harper News / Larry Brown Sports / June 26
Bryce Harper addresses his gesture toward Nationals fans
Bryce Harper’s gesture toward Washington Nationals fans was not what it looked like, so he says.
Jarlin Susana News / Yardbarker / June 25
Nationals' long-term answer at closer may be working his way back
The Nationals have one glaring Achilles' heel: the bullpen.
Dylan Crews News / Just Baseball / June 25
Is It Time To Worry About Dylan Crews?
When the 2023 MLB draft rolled around, two LSU teammates were the main focus. Pitcher Paul Skenes was the high-upside arm in the draft, while the rest of the top five was hitter focused.
Curtis Mead News / Athlon Sports / June 24
Curtis Mead Has a 135 wRC+ and His xwOBA Confirms Every Bit of It
Curtis Mead is rostered in just 18% of Yahoo! fantasy baseball leagues. While you’ve probably noticed that he was available on your league’s waiver wire, you may have been reluctant to snatch him up based on his .221 BA through his first 64 games.
Foster Griffin News / Yardbarker / June 9
Why Nationals' Foster Griffin merits Rookie of Year consideration
Since returning from Japan and signing with the Washington Nationals this offseason, left-hander Foster Griffin has been worth every penny.
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