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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.

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Washington Nationals grades: Taking a look at Cade Cavalli’s strange but promising season

The next player I wanted to grade this season is Cade Cavalli. After missing almost all of the last two seasons, Cavalli was finally healthy in 2025. It was not perfect, but Cavalli also showed the skills that made him so highly touted.

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.

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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 / Federal Baseball / October 1

What Do The Washington Nationals Do At Catcher In 2026?

It’s no secret that the catcher position was an absolute travesty for the Washington Nationals in 2025. Led by Keibert Ruiz, they were easily the worst unit in baseball for half the season, posting a nightmareish -1.2 fWAR through June 30th (2nd worst in the league was only at -0.5).

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.

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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.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 30

Nationals' Rising Prospect Rewarded for a Historic Month of September

The Washington Nationals have an influx of young talent on their roster. Some of those players are outfielders, and one of them is Daylen Lile. The 22-year-old was called up in May before being returned to the Rochester Red Wings on June 6.

Daylen Lile News / Federal Baseball / September 30

Daylen Lile wins NL Player of the Month and Rookie of the Month

Daylen Lile’s bonkers month of September is being rewarded with plenty of hardware. Today, it was announced that Lile is both the NL Rookie of the Month and the NL Player of the Month.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 30

Pair of Washington Nationals Announced As Nominees for All-MLB Honors

The MLB announced the nominees for this year's All-MLB team. This honor was established back in 2019 to put a spotlight on the top players in both the American and National League.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 29

Washington Nationals Honor Broadcaster Bob Carpenter in His Final Game

After their sixth losing season in a row following the World Series win, the Washington Nationals will go through a complete overhaul this offseason. The young, talented roster might be the thing that changes the least, but it's about to be a new era in DC.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 29

Nationals Could Have Complete Organizational Shake-Up in Early October

With the 2025 season in the books for the Washington Nationals, all eyes will be on what new president of baseball operations Paul Toboni can do for this franchise.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 29

Former Nationals' World Series Champion Outfielder Announces Retirement

It’s hard to believe it has been six years since the Washington Nationals won the 2019 World Series in seven games over the Houston Astros. On Sunday, former Nationals outfielder Michael A.

Miguel Cairo News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 28

Nationals Have Not Told Miguel Cairo His Status As Manager Going Forward

The Washington Nationals played their final game of the 2025 season on Sunday, and it could have been the last time that interim manager Miguel Cairo served in the role of skipper for this franchise.

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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.

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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.

James Wood's bombs boost Nats to series salvaging win over Braves

Nationals’ Jacob Young doubles down with another ridiculous trick catch

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Washington Nationals News / Total Apex Sports / September 24

Washington Nationals Hire Paul Toboni As Head Of Baseball Operations

The Washington Nationals have finally made their move. After what felt like an eternity of front-office silence, they’re reportedly handing the keys to the kingdom to Paul Toboni, a 35-year-old executive from the Boston Red Sox.

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.

MacKenzie Gore 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.

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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