Washington Nationals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 14

First Base Picture Becoming More Clear After Nationals Reassign Top Prospect

Trimmings to major league camp will continue to come fast and furious for the Washington Nationals as they creep closer to Opening Day on March 26. Friday

Mitchell Parker News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 14

Nationals Made Right Decision to Option Mitchell Parker to Triple-A

The Washington Nationals announced some eye-catching bit of news on Friday when they revealed that left-handed pitcher Mitchell Parker was optioned to Triple-A Rochester.

Zack Littell News / Federal Baseball / March 14

Despite a solid first start for the Washington Nationals, Zack Littell wants more from himself

After signing with the club a few days ago, Zack Littell made his first start of the spring last night. His three innings of work gave Nats fans a taste of what they should expect from him.

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DJ Herz News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 14

Nationals' DJ Herz Takes Huge Step in His Journey Back From Tommy John Surgery

The Washington Nationals' starting rotation finished with the second-worst ERA in the MLB last year. Much of that had to do with injuries, as DJ Herz underwent Tommy John surgery, Josiah Gray was absent because he was still recovering from Tommy John and Trevor Williams underwent an internal brace procedure.

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Mitchell Parker News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 13

Nationals Option Mitchell Parker

The Nationals announced Friday they’ve optioned left-handers Mitchell Parker, Andrew Alvarez and Jake Eder. That takes three pitchers, one of whom has been on the MLB roster for the last two years, out of the mix for the Opening Day rotation.

Clayton Beeter News / Legends On Deck / March 13

Will Clayton Beeter be a Breakout Reliever

Will Clayton Beeter be a breakout reliever for the Washington Nationals? Beeter was converted to a bullpen arm in early 2025 and is viewed as an up-and-coming reliever.

Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / March 13

Why C.J. Abrams may not be with the Nationals much longer

Every season a few names start making waves around the rumor mill long before the trade deadline. This year, that name is C.J. Abrams.

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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 13

Nationals Option Two Notable Pitchers to Triple-A in Latest Round of Camp Cuts

With less than two weeks until the Washington Nationals face the Chicago Cubs on March 26 for Opening Day, more camp cuts are starting to be made. To this point, the Nationals have kept a good amount of players in their major league camp, getting a good look at those competing for roster spots and young prospects alike.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / March 13

Washington Nationals make notable roster cuts as Opening Day looms

The Washington Nationals have made another round of cuts as Opening Day comes closer. This round involved the most notable names and saw some familiar faces get sent to the minors.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 13

Important Nationals Prospect Has Looked Like the Real Deal This Spring

One thing that has stood out this spring is just how many reps the Washington Nationals have given their young players during live-game action. Inviting multiple minor league players and prospects to major league camp was a clear strategy by the organization.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / March 13

The Washington Nationals are aiming to be more versatile in 2026

One thing that has been noticeable this spring is that Blake Butera wants his players to be versatile. A number of Nats players have been playing multiple positions this spring.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / March 13

Washington Nationals first inning offers a glimpse of new ABS challenge system

If you watched the first inning of last night’s Spring Training game between the Astros and Nationals, you got to see the future of baseball on display.

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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 12

Trey Lipscomb Pushing Jose Tena for Spot on Nationals Bench

A key position battle that is taking place for the Washington Nationals this spring is between Trey Lipscomb and Jose Tena for a bench spot on the major league roster.

Brad Lord News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 12

Role of Brad Lord Is in Question After Nationals Bolstered Their Starting Rotation

All of a sudden, the Washington Nationals have a crowded starting pitching unit. That was not something that could have been said entering the offseason when looking at that group on paper.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 12

Key Nationals Youngster Predicted to Be Breakout Player This Season

While the Washington Nationals haven't had a ton of success as a team in recent years, a few of their players have broken out into stardom due to personal achievements.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 11

Paul Toboni Gives Insight Into How He's Approaching This Nationals Rebuild

There has been palpable excitement surrounding the Washington Nationals ever since they hired Paul Toboni to become the team's new president of baseball operations.

Cade Cavalli News / Federal Baseball / March 11

Opening Day starter Cade Cavalli sets the tone in the Washington Nationals win over the Cardinals

After being named the Opening Day starter this morning, Cade Cavalli took the ball for the Nats in their Grapefruit League showdown with the Cardinals.

MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 11

Zack Littell Explains Why He Signed With Nationals Instead of Other Teams

The Washington Nationals made their offseason splash when they signed Zack Littell. After initial reports didn't disclose what type of contract he inked with the Nationals, later information revealed that it was an incentive-laden one-year deal worth $7 million that can get up to $9.5 million with a $12 million mutual option for the 2027 season.