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How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
CJ Abrams News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 14
Nationals Moving CJ Abrams To Second Base
Nationals manager Blake Butera announced to the media today that CJ Abrams will be gradually moving from shortstop to second base. He will still play shortstop on occasion but Nasim Nuñez will be the regular and Abrams will be a regular second baseman once he gets comfortable there.
Washington Nationals News / Athlon Sports / August 14
Nationals Make Final Decision on Struggling Player
The Washington Nationals have officially parted ways with veteran right-hander Miles Mikolas, requesting unconditional release waivers on Friday after designating him for assignment earlier this week.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / August 14
The Nationals Head to Queens, Looking to Climb Back into Playoff Contention 
The Nationals avoided a sweep with a dominant 7-0 victory over the Cubs on Thursday afternoon, finishing their six-game home stand with a 3-3 record. Cade Cavalli carried a no-hitter into the seventh inning and finished with eight scoreless innings, allowing only one hit and two walks while striking out 10.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 14
Cade Cavalli Joins Max Scherzer as Only Nationals Pitchers to Accomplish This Feat
After Washington Nationals ace Cade Cavalli threw a sweeper that curved into the strike zone for a called strike three, he yelled into his glove as he walked off the mound.
Washington Nationals News / EssentiallySports / August 14
6-Year-Old Nationals Coach Steals the Show After Accidentally Revealing Team’s Plan for PCA
The Washington Nationals manager, Blake Butera, became the youngest manager in MLB since 1972 when the franchise hired him in 2025. He was 33 years old at the time.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 14
Nationals’ Cade Cavalli reaches bonkers Stephen Strasburg territory in start vs. Cubs
The Washington Nationals have boasted MLB’s most electric offense in 2026, but they are currently trailing in the NL Wild Card race due to their shortcomings on the pitching side of the ball.
Cade Cavalli News / Field Level Media / August 13
Cade Cavalli throws 8 sparkling innings, Nationals cruise past Cubs
Cade Cavalli carried a no-hit bid into the seventh before settling for a one-hit gem after eight innings, fueling the host Washington Nationals to a 7-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Thursday.
Jackson Rutledge News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 13
Former Nationals First-Round Pick Jackson Rutledge Departs MLB to Play Overseas
One of the Washington Nationals' former first-round draft picks has found a new home, and it's not within Major League Baseball. According to Yuri Karasawa of Yakyu Cosmopolitan, Jackson Rutledge has signed a deal with the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks of Nippon Professional Baseball in Japan.
CJ Abrams News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 13
Nationals Holding Onto CJ Abrams Could Signal He Has Long-Term Home in D.C.
One of the biggest questions surrounding the Washington Nationals was answered on Aug. 3. After multiple months of trade rumors and speculation about star shortstop CJ Abrams, the 25-year-old standout ultimately was not dealt ahead of this year's deadline.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 13
Cubs' Alex Bregman joins exclusive list with performance vs. Nationals
On a night when Pete Crow-Armstrong went only 1-for-6, another Chicago Cubs player carried the team to victory in the middle game of their series with the Washington Nationals.
Jackson Kent News / Field Level Media / August 12
Nationals DFA Miles Mikolas, add LHP Jackson Kent
Coming off his best outing in a month's time, veteran right-hander Miles Mikolas was designated for assignment by the Washington Nationals on Wednesday.
Miles Mikolas News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 12
Nationals Designate Miles Mikolas For Assignment
The Nationals announced Wednesday that they have designated veteran righty Miles Mikolas for assignment. That opens a spot on the MLB roster for prospect Jackson Kent.
Jackson Kent News / Field Level Media / August 12
Nationals LHP Jackson Kent draws first career start in clash vs. Cubs
Washington pitching prospect Jackson Kent will make his major league debut when the Nationals host the Chicago Cubs in the second contest of the teams' three-game series on Wednesday night.
James Wood News / Athlon Sports / August 11
Nationals Get James Wood Update After 6 Missed Games
The Washington Nationals are still attempting to claw their way back into the National League Wild Card race despite selling at the 2026 Trade Deadline.
Jackson Kent News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 10
Nationals To Select Jackson Kent
The Nationals are planning to select the contract of left-hander Jackson Kent from Triple-A Rochester this week, reports Spencer Nusbaum of The Athletic.
Washington Nationals News / DC Sports King / August 5
The Nationals’ Gamble with Foster Griffin Pays Off at Trade Deadline
Minutes before the clock sounded on Monday’s trade deadline, the Washington Nationals pulled the trigger on a buzzer-beater. They shipped left-hander and 2026 All-Star Foster Griffin to the Cleveland Guardians.
James Wood News / Yardbarker / August 4
Nationals' downhill slide continues with James Wood headed to the IL
Washington's season got worse with its star player headed to the injured list.
Foster Griffin News / Yardbarker / August 3
Nationals part ways with ace Foster Griffin in trade with Guardians
The Washington Nationals were not expecting a breakout season from left-hander Foster Griffin when they inked him to a one-year deal ahead of the 2026 season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3
Yankees make questionable trade with Nationals for Luis Garcia Jr.
The New York Yankees needed to address the lineup. That process began on Sunday with a trade with the Washington Nationals.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 1
Matt Olson hits monumental HR, climbs Braves' all-time list
As the Atlanta Braves secured yet another win on Saturday, one of their team leaders and top players reached a milestone and moved up an all-time list.
Luis Garcia News / Yardbarker / August 1
Yankees trade rumor shows desperation in search for lineup upgrades
The New York Yankees are known to be hunting for upgrades to their lineup. Their latest rumored target shows their desperation.
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