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Nasim Nunez News / Federal Baseball / August 18
Nasim Nunez should be a bench player for the Washington Nationals 
Over the last few days, the future of the Nats shortstop position has been discussed very heavily following CJ Abrams’ move to second base. For the rest of the season it seems like Nasim Nunez will be the team’s primary shortstop.
James Wood News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 18
Nationals Say James Wood's Recovery Has Been Slower Than Expected
The Washington Nationals are missing a big piece of the puzzle with James Wood on the injured list. He's been on the shelf since Aug. 4 due to a left oblique strain, but there was some optimism that he might be inching closer to a return when the team stated that he had begun to play catch, swing the bat and hit balls off a tee.
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Brady House News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 17
Brady House Has Quietly Been Good Since He Was Recalled, These Numbers Prove It
Back when the Washington Nationals decided to trade Curtis Mead to the Boston Red Sox on July 26, it seemed obvious that former top prospect Brady House was going to be recalled as his backfill.
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.
Ronny Cruz News / Federal Baseball / August 17
Ronny Cruz Is Transforming As A Hitter in High-A Wilmington
After an explosive April in which Ronny Cruz posted a 184 wRC+ in 14 games at Low A, leading to a quick promotion to High A and appearances on many top 100 prospects lists, Cruz suffered a stretch of months where he was unable to string together much offensive success at his new level.
Seaver King News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 17
Nationals Have Massive Rise in MLB Farm System Rankings
With 2026 draft picks and trade deadline acquisitions now officially in the organization of every team around Major League Baseball, Washington Nationals fans got a clearer picture of their top minor league prospects after MLB Pipeline put out their top 30 for each MLB franchise.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / August 16
New Nationals pitchers Yovanny Cruz and Will Dion are showing that velocity is not everything
Yovanny Cruz and Will Dion were both picked up by the Nats at the deadline, but they are very different pitchers. Cruz is a flamethrower who averages 100 MPH, while Dion only sits at 91.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 16
Will Dion Got Into Nationals' History Book After Brad Lord's Disastrous Showing
The Washington Nationals had Brad Lord start Saturday's game against the New York Mets to see what he could do in that role. This regime said they viewed Lord as a starter during spring training, but they ultimately decided to put him in the bullpen.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 15
Nationals' New Updated Top 30 Prospects List Sees Some Notable Changes
MLB Pipeline just updated their top 30 prospects for every team across Major League Baseball, and there were some notable changes when it came to the Washington Nationals' list.
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.
Cade Cavalli News / Lindy's Sports / August 15
Cade Cavalli Channels Former Nats Ace in No-No Bid
All season, the 2026 Nationals have been one of the best offenses in the league. And all season, the team has had one of the worst starting pitching and bullpen rotations in the league.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / August 15
The Washington Nationals prospect depth is highly impressive
One of Paul Toboni’s big goals in his first year as Nationals President of Baseball Operations was to build a player development monster. So far he has aced that assignment.
CJ Abrams News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15
Nationals make bold move that could define CJ Abrams’ future
The Washington Nationals are moving All-Star shortstop CJ Abrams to second base, manager Blake Butera announced Friday. Abrams has played the position exclusively during his five seasons with the club and will swap roles with Nasim Nunez in a gradual transition expected to take more than a day but less than several weeks.
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 / 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.
Washington Nationals 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.
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.
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.
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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