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The 'Most Ks in a playoff start' quiz
How many of the pitchers to strikeout at least 12 batters in a single postseason game can you name in six minutes?
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / October 28
Stephen Strasburg accepts coaching role with his alma mater
Injuries may have created physical limitations that shortened the career of the former Washington Nationals right-hander, but his love of pitching never faltered.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 12
Legendary Nationals Pitcher Considered Franchise's Worst Contract of Future
The Washington Nationals have been a team that has struggled to produce over the course of the past few seasons, and there are plenty of reasons that contribute to that.
The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz
How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 22, 2025
Nationals First Overall Pick Eli Willits Impresses in Single-A Debut
With the third first overall pick in franchise history, the Washington Nationals selected Eli Willits, a high school shortstop from Oklahoma. For Willits, there are big shoes to fill following Stephen Strasburg and Bryce Harper.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17, 2025
Jon Gray placed on IL with thoracic outlet syndrome
Righty Jon Gray has been placed on the 15-day injured list, according to an announcement from the Rangers earlier this morning. A diagnosis wasn’t announced
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 11, 2025
MLB's No. 1 overall picks are rarely franchise-changing players
The Washington Nationals have the No. 1 overall pick in Sunday's Major League Baseball Draft, and it is a position they have had success with in the past.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 8, 2025
Remembering Washington Nationals Star Stephen Strasburg's Electrifying Debut
On June 8, 2010, the Washington Nationals were the talk of the baseball world despite owning a record of 29-31. That's because the team had just made the decision to call up highly-touted pitching prospect Stephen Strasburg to make his MLB debut.
Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / May 21, 2025
Brewers' Logan Henderson Joined Stephen Strasburg In MLB History
The Milwaukee Brewers' starting rotation has been bitten by the injury bug this season so far. As tough as it is to always be looking for a way to fill in the rotation due to injuries, the Brewers have been able to make due.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 11, 2025
Nationals Star Infielder Offers Most Bang for Buck With Bargain Contract
There aren’t many teams in baseball that have as good of a salary cap situation as the Washington Nationals. Outside of still paying former World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg, who hasn’t pitched in the Major Leagues since 2022, they don’t have any glaring bad contracts on the books.
Washington Nationals News / Fastball on SI / March 21, 2025
Washington Nationals' Opening Day Starter Will Make History Not Seen Since Stephen Strasburg
The Washington Nationals are hosting the division-rival Philadelphia Phillies on Opening Day, March 27. Coming off a fourth-place finish in the National League East, Washington is looking to solidify itself as a wild card contender this season and with young pieces like Dylan Crews and James Wood, they just might be able to do it.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 18, 2025
The biggest constraints to Nationals' payroll aren't even on their team
The two highest-paid players on the Nationals' payroll will not step on the field for them in 2025.
MLB News / Burn City Sports / February 7, 2025
3 ASU players on the Golden Spikes Award Preseason Watch List
ASU baseball is less than a week away from opening night against Ohio State. Next Friday marks head coach Willie Bloomquist’s fourth year leading the program with a 90-81 record through the previous three seasons.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 7, 2025
Washington Nationals Made Right Decision To Move On From Former Star Player
Just over five years ago, and only in the franchise's 15th season of existence, the Washington Nationals brought home their first World Series trophy.
Washington Nationals News / DC Sports King / April 7, 2024
Stephen Strasburg gets to officially retire after agreement with Nats
After nearly a year of speculation, Stephen Strasburg is officially retiring. The 2019 World Series MVP reached a settlement agreement with the Washington Nationals, allowing him to put the glove up for good.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / April 7, 2024
Stephen Strasburg's saga with Nationals should serve as a cautionary tale
Stephen Strasburg and the Washington Nationals have figured out how to land the plane smoothly, finally, but his story is one that should give other teams pause, particularly given the seeming rise in significant pitching injuries.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / February 15, 2024
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / January 30, 2024
Nationals hold MLB's worst contract heading into 2024
After winning the World Series in 2019, the Nationals have seen a steep decline.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / September 8, 2023
Did Nationals owner take jab at Stephen Strasburg amid retirement, contract dispute?
Things might be getting a little nasty in D.C. between the Washington Nationals and 2019 World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / September 7, 2023
Nationals abruptly cancel Stephen Strasburg retirement news conference
It's a tough situation for Strasburg and a bad look for the Nationals. Strasburg didn't do anything wrong in this situation.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / August 24, 2023
Even with injuries, Stephen Strasburg's career still matched the hype
While it might be easy to look at Strasburg's career as a giant "what if" due to the number of injury issues he had, there was nothing disappointing about it.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / June 3, 2023
Nationals star pitcher reportedly has nerve damage, putting career in jeopardy
The injuries might have prevented him from ever reaching his full potential, but he was still outstanding for a solid decade and helped produce a championship.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / February 15, 2023
Nationals manager shares concerning Stephen Strasburg update
The 2023 baseball season is already off to an ominous start for Washington Nationals hurler Stephen Strasburg.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / October 4, 2022
Nationals GM Mike Rizzo: Stephen Strasburg's status a 'mystery' going into 2023
Since his 2019 World Series MVP season, Strasburg has made only eight starts in the last three years, including the 2020 pandemic-altered campaign.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / June 13, 2022
Nationals' SP Stephen Strasburg heading back to IL
Nationals' manager Dave Martinez announced that Stephen Strasburg would miss his scheduled start on Tuesday and be placed on the IL.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / June 7, 2022
Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg to start against Marlins with no limitations
Stephen Strasburg last pitched for the Nationals on June 1, 2021, a day before he was placed on the injured list with a neck strain.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / July 27, 2021
Nationals' Stephen Strasburg to have season-ending neck surgery
Washington Nationals ace Stephen Strasburg hasn't pitched since June 1 because of what was first reported to be a neck strain and won't return until some time next year.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / June 2, 2021
Nationals' Stephen Strasburg back on IL with neck strain
Washington Nationals ace Stephen Strasburg cannot get right this spring.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / May 20, 2021
Nationals' Stephen Strasburg to return, face Orioles Friday
Strasburg will pitch for the first time since mid-April.
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