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On YouTubeWashington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / May 16
Can the Washington Nationals finally get back to .500? 
Whenever the Nats have a chance to get to .500, they fall on their face. This is not just a gut feeling, we have the numbers to back this up. The Nats have lost the last 15 times they have had the chance to get to .500.
Daylen Lile News / DC Sports King / May 16
Nationals Edge Orioles With Daylen Lile Blast and Bases-Loaded Escape
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a tense Friday night Beltway clash at Nationals Park, the Washington Nationals (22-23) outlasted the Baltimore Orioles (20-25) 3-2, fueled by stellar starting pitching and a clutch, standout performance from Daylen Lile.
The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 15
Daylen Lile's big night at plate boosts Nats over Orioles
Daylen Lile finished a triple short of the cycle, Zack Littell pitched five scoreless innings and the Nationals beat the Baltimore Orioles 3-2 on Friday night in Washington to open a three-game series.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history
Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.
Two Key Nationals Relievers Advance in Their Rehab Progression
This winter, the Washington Nationals tried to piece together their bullpen by using waiver claims and minor league signings to augment that unit alongside those who remained on the roster.
Nationals Look to End Their Longstanding Curse Against Orioles
The Washington Nationals are two games under .500 on May 15 with a record of 21-23. After beating the Cincinnati Reds in the first two contests of their three-game set, the Nationals were just one win away from having a .500 record in the month of May for the first time since 2024.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / May 15
New Nationals Head of Business Operations Jason Sinnarajah teases a ballpark tuneup
In an exclusive interview with Federal Baseball, new President of Business Operations Jason Sinnarajah talked about a wide range of issues, including the decline in attendance, beer prices and a potential stadium reboot.
CJ Abrams News / Washington Nationals on SI / May 15
Nationals Unlikely to Move CJ Abrams Out of Shortstop Despite His Struggles
CJ Abrams has been sensational at the plate for the Washington Nationals once again this season. Amongst shortstops with 10 or more games of action, he leads in wRC+ (168), on-base percentage (.402), slugging percentage (.558) and RBIs (36), while he's also hit the second-most home runs with nine.
Alex Young News / Athlon Sports / May 14
Nationals Add Veteran Reliever on Minor League Deal
The Washington Nationals added some pitching depth on Thursday as they signed veteran southpaw Alex Young to a minor league deal. Young, 32, last suited up for a major league game in 2024 as a member of the New York Mets.
Andrew Alvarez News / Washington Nationals on SI / May 14
Nationals Reportedly Recalling Andrew Alvarez After Optioning Recent Addition
The Washington Nationals did not have a good showing in their finale against the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday, but they still were able to come away with a series victory to get their stretch of 16 consecutive games off to a solid start.
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 14
Nationals stay below .500 with Reds loss, continuing impossible stat
The Washington Nationals made unpleasant history after the Cincinnati Reds dismantled them in a 15-1 blowout on Thursday evening. Going the game, Washington secured the series win after winning Game 1 by a 10-4 score and Game 2 by an 8-7 score.
Alex Young News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 14
Nationals Sign Alex Young To Minor League Deal
The Nationals have signed left-hander Alex Young to a minor league deal, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. The client of THE·TEAM has been assigned to the Florida Coast League Nationals for now but will presumably report to Triple-A when he’s ready.
Harry Ford News / Federal Baseball / May 14
Harry Ford Is Finding Himself Again Up In Rochester
It’s no secret that Harry Ford’s start to the 2026 season was less than ideal. Acquired this offseason from the Seattle Mariners for Jose A. Ferrer, many expected Ford to step in day one and be the Nationals’ starting catcher, but the Nats front office felt he could benefit from some time in Triple A to work on his defense.
3 Things Stood Out During Nationals Series Win Over Reds
The Washington Nationals got back into the win column when it came to taking a series. Following their day off on May 11 after they lost two out of three against the Miami Marlins, the Nationals were able to storm back and win two out of three on the road against the Cincinnati Reds.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 14
Five young NL breakout performers in MLB this season
Let's explore five young NL breakout performers who have made memorable impressions this season.
Clayton Beeter News / Washington Nationals on SI / May 14
Nationals One Step Closer to Getting Key Player Back After He Began Rehab Assignment
The Washington Nationals' bullpen has been much better over the past couple of weeks compared to how they performed at the beginning of the season. But they still don't have many high-end relievers in their midst.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / May 14
The young and hungry Washington Nationals are playing with emotion
Last night, the Washington Nationals showed just how exciting they can be. They erased a 5-0 first inning deficit, and came back to win 8-7 in extra innings.
Cade Cavalli News / Just Baseball / May 14
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: How To Fix Cade Cavalli
Back in the 2020 MLB Draft, the Washington Nationals were absolutely thrilled to land right-hander Cade Cavalli with the 22nd overall pick. After all, he possessed many of the qualities needed to succeed at the next level: an electric fastball, clean mechanics, and a good feel for his arsenal as a whole.
Daylen Lile News / DC Sports King / May 14
Daylen Lile Is the Hometown Hero Again in Nats win
For the second consecutive night, 23-year-old outfielder Daylen Lile proved why playing close to home brings out his best. The Louisville, Kentucky native—playing just down the river from where he grew up and with his father in the stands—was the undisputed hero.
Matt Mervis News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 14
Matt Mervis Signs In Mexican League
First baseman Matt Mervis has signed with the Algodoneros de Unión Laguna of the Mexican League. The club announced the deal on Monday. Mervis went 0-4 with three strikeouts in his team debut last night.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 13
Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski continues dominant run with brilliant start vs. Padres
Milwaukee Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski was already one of the best young starting pitchers in baseball and one of the league's must-see players. Over his past three starts, including Wednesday, he has managed to reach an entirely new level of dominance.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 13
Insiders shares Juan Soto, Bryce Harper warning for possible Nationals James Wood contract extension
While the Washington Nationals are hovering right around the .500 mark at 20 wins and 22 losses through the first 42 games of the 2026 MLB season, James Wood has been one of the few bright spots for the team.
CJ Abrams News / Fastball on SI / May 6
3 CJ Abrams Trade Landing Spots as Trade Buzz Heats Up After Big Night
The Washington Nationals have slowly made some improvements over the last few years, but they're still not in a position to contend for the World Series.
Jackson Rutledge News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 5
Nationals Designate Jackson Rutledge For Assignment
The Nationals announced they’ve designated reliever Jackson Rutledge for assignment. That opens the 40-man roster spot for Max Kranick, who has officially signed a major league deal with the team.
Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / May 4
The Nationals’ Best Trade Chip Is as Random as He Is Valuable
The Washington Nationals have performed somewhat above expectations this season thanks to contributions from players that came into the 2026 season as the leaders of their team (i.e.
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