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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 10
Nationals Are Back Into Their Scrappy Underdog Role, Which Could Help Them Shock MLB
Now that the dust has settled on the Washington Nationals following a grueling stretch of 17 consecutive games that featured a little bit of everything, it's good to take a step back and assess where this team is situated in the landscape of Major League Baseball.
The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?
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.
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.
Jack Cebert News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 10
Nationals Prospects Chris Hacopian, Jack Cebert Shine During Their Team Debuts
In the midst of what has been a relatively successful season for the Washington Nationals at the major league level compared to expectations coming into the year, what has taken place down in their farm system should excite everyone in this fanbase.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / August 10
The Washington Nationals first base platoon of Abimelec Ortiz and Andres Chaparro is elite 
When the Nats traded Luis Garcia Jr. to the Yankees, they were losing the NL leader in slugging and one of the more unique hitters in the game. Garcia’s combination of contact skills and power was thrilling to watch.
MLB News / DC Sports King / August 10
Nats Stop Their Skid, Break Out the Brooms Against Cincinnati
The Washington Nationals desperately needed a spark. Coming off a brutal 1-7 road trip that dropped them well below .500 and forced the front office’s hand into selling at the trade deadline, the season was teetering on the edge.
Zack Littell News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 9
Diamondbacks To Sign Zack Littell
The Diamondbacks have agreed to a deal with right-hander Zack Littell, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. The signing comes two days after Littell (a CAA Sports client) was released from his one-year, $7MM contract with the Nationals.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 9
Nationals thump Reds to complete 3-game sweep
Abimelec Ortiz had two hits, including a home run, four pitchers combined on a four-hitter and the Nationals completed a three-game sweep with a 7-1 win over the visiting Cincinnati Reds on Sunday.
DJ Herz News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 8
DJ Herz Shines in First Start After Nationals Cleared Him to Resume Rehab Assignment
At the beginning of this year, it seemed like the Washington Nationals were going to get left-handed pitcher DJ Herz back at some point during the second half of the season.
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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 9
Nationals made a painful admission with Luis Garcia Jr. trade
The Washington Nationals spent the first four months of the season convincing fans that meaningful August baseball had finally returned. Then the trade deadline arrived, and the front office essentially told everyone not to get too comfortable.
Daylen Lile News / Field Level Media / August 8
Nats' Daylen Lile strives to keep a hot bat against Reds
Washington Nationals outfielder Daylen Lile has owned the Cincinnati Reds this season. The 23-year-old has hit four of his 15 home runs against the Reds and has driven in 10 runs in 17 at-bats.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / August 7
Daylen Lile sparks Nationals over Reds with 3-run shot
Daylen Lile hit a three-run home run and Harry Ford added a two-shot as the host Washington Nationals beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-3 on Friday. Nationals starter Cade Cavalli (9-5) allowed seven hits and three runs in six-plus innings.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 6
Nationals’ Miles Mikolas celebrates 10 years of MLB service with unique request
On Thursday, Washington Nationals veteran starting pitcher Miles Mikolas reached a milestone, as he has now 10 years of service time in the big leagues.
Joey Wiemer News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 5
Nationals Place Joey Wiemer On Release Waivers
The Nationals announced Wednesday that outfielder Joey Wiemer has been placed on unconditional release waivers. Assuming he clears, he’ll be a free agent in 48 hours.
Foster Griffin 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.
CJ Abrams News / Athlon Sports / August 3
Nationals Make Major CJ Abrams Announcement Amid MLB Trade Deadline
Trade deadline season always brings speculation, and CJ Abrams' name was no exception this year. As one of the Washington Nationals' most talented young players, the All-Star shortstop was briefly mentioned in outside trade discussions as contenders searched for impact bats.
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.
Washington Nationals News / DC Sports King / August 1
Nationals Face Massive CJ Abrams Dilemma Amid Breakout Season
If you’ve been watching Washington baseball this season, one thing is glaringly obvious: CJ Abrams is morphing into the premier offensive shortstop in Major League Baseball.
Curtis Mead News / Yardbarker / July 28
Red Sox get 'worst-case scenario' update on Curtis Mead injury
The Boston Red Sox got terrible news on Tuesday.
Connelly Early News / Yardbarker / July 27
Connelly Early update leaves Nationals trade swing in doubt
Will Nationals fans get to see the team's recent trade acquisition take the mound this season?
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 26
Red Sox pay high price to Nationals to shore up infield
The Boston Red Sox needed to improve the middle of their infield while adding a potential impact bat to the lineup. They may have filled both needs in a trade with the Washington Nationals late Saturday night.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / July 25
Nationals eyeing best of both worlds at trade deadline
The Washington Nationals are in a difficult spot as the Aug. 3 trade deadline approaches.
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