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MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 5
Nationals May Have Screwed Red Sox Future Plans by Hiring Paul Toboni
Paul Toboni had become one of the most respected names in the Boston Red Sox organization. It’s part of the reason the Washington Nationals were interested in him.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / October 5
The Washington Nationals were unable to solve their long term first base problem in 2025 
When the Washington Nationals traded for Nathaniel Lowe, they thought the team’s multi-year first base crisis had been solved. He had posted a wRC+ of at least 114 and an fWAR of at least 2 in each of the last four seasons.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / October 5
Nationals Grades: Luis Garcia Jr. had moments but couldn’t build on his 2024 success
After a breakout 2024 season, many fans viewed Luis Garcia Jr. as the second baseman of the future. He produced a 3 WAR season where his bat and glove performed at an above average level.
The 'MLB playoffs all-time hit leaders' quiz
How many of the 28 MLB players with at least 70 hits in their postseason career can you name in five minutes?
Nathaniel Lowe News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 5
Nationals Plan with Nathaniel Lowe at First Base Quickly Fizzled
Not much went right for the Washington Nationals this season. They struggled to find any reliable pitching both behind MacKenzie Gore and in the bullpen.
25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series
Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 4
Nationals Arizona Fall League Primer: Roster, Schedule, TV, Players to Watch
The Washington Nationals are sending eight prospects to get a head start on development for the 2026 season during the Arizona Fall League, which starts on Monday.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 4
Five Names Nationals Boss Paul Toboni Could Pursue for Manager
Now that the Washington Nationals have hired their president of baseball operations, Paul Toboni, the next task is to hire a new manager. The Nationals have not indicated if they intend to keep interim manager Miguel Cairo, who was named the interim manager after Davey Martinez was fired in July.
MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 3
Red Sox Front Office Endorses Washington Nationals Hiring of Paul Toboni
When the Washington Nationals hired 35-year-old Paul Toboni as president of baseball operations, it was a big loss for the Boston Red Sox. Toboni comes to the Nationals after learning the last decade under a franchise that has had its ups and downs.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 3
Nationals' Lack of Consistent Relievers Held Bullpen Back from Improvement
The starting rotation is what held the Washington Nationals back from improving in any significant way this season. One of the worst in baseball, they weren't able to find any sort of stability behind MacKenzie Gore.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 2
Paul Toboni Sets Lofty Goal for Future of Nationals Organization
With the 2025 regular season over, the Washington Nationals are making changes in their organization. Those changes started in the middle of the year when Washington fired GM Mike Rizzo and manager Dave Martinez.
MacKenzie Gore News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 2
Nationals Rotation Lacked Depth Behind Ace MacKenzie Gore in 2025
In a season of individual growth by the Washington Nationals' future core, their biggest weakness was the rotation. At 66-96, the Nationals finished in last place and the biggest reason for that was the lack of starting pitching behind their ace MacKenzie Gore.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 2
New Nationals Boss Hints at Mike DeBartolo’s Future with Franchise
Paul Toboni is just 35 years old, but the new Washington Nationals president of baseball operations faces huge decisions as he begins his tenure. The former Boston Red Sox senior vice president, assistant general manager, has never led a franchise on his own.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 1
Nationals Could Hit Trade Market This Winter to Solve Clear Catching Issue
The Washington Nationals are now officially in a new era of their franchise. With Paul Toboni introduced as the team's newest president of baseball operations on Oct.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 1
Paul Toboni Reveals His First Priority As Nationals' President of Baseball Operations
A new era has arrived in the nation's capital for the Washington Nationals After firing longtime executive Mike Rizzo in the middle of the season, it was clear some changes were going to be ushered in when it came to how this organization was going to be run.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / October 1
Three offseason focal points for the Washington Nationals
The Nationals may be able to take that next step forward, albeit a year later than expected.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 1
Five Thoughts as Nationals Wrap Up Sixth Straight Losing Season
The Washington Nationals had a busy season, despite finishing 66-96. They finished in last place in the National League East for the fifth time in the last six seasons.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 27
Nationals rally past skidding White Sox
James Wood's solo homer capped a three-run seventh inning and the Washington Nationals rallied for a 6-5 win against the visiting Chicago White Sox on Saturday.
Washington Nationals News / Last Word On Sports / September 24
Report: Nationals Land 'One of the Best' as Head of Baseball Operations
In a dazzling coup, the Washington Nationals have landed Paul Toboni, the 35-year-old phenom from the Boston Red Sox, to lead their baseball operations.
James Wood News / Yardbarker / September 24
Nationals star James Wood hits career milestone
The Washington Nationals have been one of the bottom feeders in baseball this season, sitting dead last in the National League East at 65-94, and second to last in the National League. Luckily for them, they’re not that far from being competitive, as they have some talented young stars emerging as their next core.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 24
Nationals Notes: Garcia, Parker, Gray
Nationals infielder Luis García Jr. made his first career appearance at first base during Tuesday’s loss in Atlanta. García started the game and played all eight defensive innings. Nasim Nuñez played second base with CJ Abrams back in the lineup at shortstop.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 23
Nationals' MacKenzie Gore ends 2025 season on injured list
The Nationals announced Tuesday that left-hander MacKenzie Gore has been placed on the 15-day injured list.
Jacob Young News / Larry Brown Sports / September 22
Nationals’ Jacob Young doubles down with another ridiculous trick catch
Washington Nationals outfielder Jacob Young just cannot stop making highlight catches. Young made headlines on Sunday when he made what should be the unanimous Catch of the Year against the New York Mets.
Lewin Diaz News / Yardbarker / September 22
Washington Nationals News / Larry Brown Sports / September 22
Nationals’ Jacob Young made one of the most absurd catches ever
Washington Nationals outfielder Jacob Young has ended the debate for MLB’s Catch of the Year this season. His play on Sunday against the New York Mets deserves to be the unanimous winner.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 20
Critical report emerges on Nationals' 'directionless' ownership
The Nationals are embarking on a transformational offseason.
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