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On YouTubeJames Wood News / Federal Baseball / February 27
Are the Washington Nationals planning on moving James Wood to right field? 
One thing I have noticed this spring is that James Wood has been playing a lot of right field. Two of his three games this spring have been in right field.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / February 27
Three breakout prospects in the Washington Nationals system
It has been a little while since I have talked about the Nats farm system, so I wanted to give it some love. There are plenty of breakout candidates in the system, but I settled on three picks to click.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 27
Nationals Top 30 Prospect 'Poised' to Make MLB Debut Early in 2026
With spring training action underway, what will be a roughly month-long evaluation period for this new Washington Nationals regime has begun. A position that is perhaps the biggest mystery when it comes to how that group is going to be finalized is first base.
The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz
How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?
Jackson Rutledge News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 26
Nationals Former First-Rounder Jackson Rutledge In-Line for Important Role
Something that will get figured out over the course of the spring is how things will shake out for the Washington Nationals when it comes to their bullpen.
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 / February 26
What Spring Training Numbers Should Matter To Nationals Fans?
Spring Training is the time of the year where players knock off the frost from the offseason and prepare for the 162 games marathon that is the regular season.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 26
Intriguing Youngster Highlighted as Nationals 'Best Power-Hitting Prospect'
The Washington Nationals have plenty of intriguing players down on their farm. Eli Willits -- the No. 1 overall pick of the 2025 draft -- leads the discussion point when it comes to who could be the future face of this franchise.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / February 26
Washington Nationals show defensive flaws in sloppy performance against the Yankees
It had been a positive start to the spring for the Washington Nationals, but they got a reality check last night. They suffered their first defeat of the spring, losing 7-0 to the Yankees in a sloppy contest.
MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 26
3 Takeaways From Nationals Blowout Spring Training Loss Against Yankees
The Washington Nationals entered Wednesday's action against the New York Yankees with an undefeated record after winning four games and tying another. But this contest was a reminder of just how sobering the sport of baseball can be.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 26
Umpire Laz Diaz gets booed over his stunt during spring training
Laz Diaz still is not doing his PR any favors.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / February 25
Three takeaways from the first week of Washington Nationals Spring Training
We are less than a week into Spring Training, but that does not mean we cannot make some observations. There have been a few trends I have noticed through the first five games of Spring Training.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Gavin Fien News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 25
Nationals Seem to Have Picked What Position Gavin Fien Will Play Going Forward
There is a lot of excitement surrounding the lower levels of the Washington Nationals' pipeline. After trading away MacKenzie Gore to the Texas Rangers for a monster return package of their top 30 prospects, the Nationals got an instant boost down on the farm.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / February 25
Riley Cornelio looks like 2026’s version of Brad Lord for the Washington Nationals
Last year the Washington Nationals had one pitcher who was the story of camp, and that was Brad Lord. After a breakout year in 2025, Lord showed up to camp with increased velocity and earned a spot on the big league roster.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 24
This Nationals Pitcher Could Benefit Most From Team's Updated Pitching Philosophy
One thing that has been noticeable for the Washington Nationals early on during their spring training schedule is their lack of fastball usage as a pitching staff.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / February 24
Bryce Montes De Oca made a statement in first Spring Training outing for the Washington Nationals
We have stressed all offseason that the battle for spots in the Nationals bullpen is wide open. That means we could have some surprise contenders pitch their way on to the roster.
Cade Cavalli News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 24
Nationals New Ace Cade Cavalli Gets His First Spring Start Against Cardinals
It's Cade Cavalli time for the Washington Nationals on Tuesday. After an offseason where he became the de facto ace of the team following the MacKenzie Gore blockbuster, the right-hander will have an opportunity to showcase what he worked on throughout the winter when it came to bolstering his arsenal.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 24
Nationals' New Pitching Approach Has Been on Fully Display Early This Spring
There has been a lot of talk about how the Washignton Nationals might operate differently under this new baseball operationas regime compared to the previous one.
Jake Irvin News / Federal Baseball / February 24
Washington Nationals SP Jake Irvin still leaking velocity in first spring start
Jake Irvin fired two scoreless innings in his first start of the spring. That should be good news, but the start made me more bearish on the right hander.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 23
Phillies' Bryce Harper has high praise for Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin
A former MVP who knows something about starting a career with high expectations added to the hype around Pittsburgh Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 23
4 Takeaways From Nationals Spring Training Tie vs. Phillies
The Washington Nationals didn't lose on Monday, but they also didn't win. After opening on Saturday with a win in both split-squad games, they were able to keep momentum rolling on Sunday when they dominated the Miami Marlins.
Washington Nationals News / Total Pro Sports / February 21
Washington Nationals 2026 Projected Lineup: Batting Order, Rotation & More
The Washington Nationals have fresh enthusiasm for the 2026 campaign after yet another uncompetitive display last year. They finished at the foot of the National League East with a 66-96 record, missing out on a playoff berth for the sixth consecutive season.
Blake Butera News / Total Pro Sports / February 21
'They’re Going To Be Pushed Like Never Before' – Blake Butera Take Brutal Approach For The Washington Nationals
The Washington Nationals began the offseason with Paul Toboni, 35, taking over as the president of baseball operations. He brought in Blake Butera as the new manager for the Nationals.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 11
Nationals add two-time All-Star pitcher after trading Mackenzie Gore
Lacking depth in the starting rotation after trading Gore, the Nationals decided to spend a little on the free agent market to bring in a quality veteran, right-hander Miles Mikolas.
Konnor Pilkington News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 9
Tigers To Sign Konnor Pilkington To Minor League Deal
The Tigers are adding left-hander Konnor Pilkington on a minor league agreement, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The 28-year-old made 32 appearances out of the Nationals’ bullpen last season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 3
Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?
The Red Sox are still a bat short in their lineup, with openings at third and second base.
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