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On YouTubeWashington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / March 23
Can the Washington Nationals offense get going as the regular season begins? 
If you have been watching the Nationals at all this spring, you would know that the offense has struggled. When you look at the box scores, most of the players OPS numbers begin with a 4, 5 or 6.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 23
Nationals Option Another Top 30 Prospect to Minors in Latest Roster Move
The Washington Nationals have been meticulously trimming the size of their MLB camp down as they get closer to finalizing the Opening Day roster. That has included the surprise options of players many expected to be with the big league team when they face the Chicago Cubs on March 26.
Cionel Perez News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23
Nationals To Select Cionel Pérez
Left-handed reliever Cionel Pérez has been informed that he’s made the Nationals’ Opening Day roster, reports Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.com. Pérez is in camp as a non-roster invitee, so the Nats will need to open a 40-man roster spot in order to formally add him to the club.
The 'Active 40-homer MLB seasons' quiz
There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / March 23
Ranking The Best Opening Days In Washington Nationals History
After months of waiting, Opening Week is finally upon us, and the Nationals’ 2026 regular season campaign will finally kick off Thursday afternoon at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs.
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Griff McGarry News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 22
Nationals Designate Griff McGarry For Assignment
The Nationals announced today that they’ve designated right-hander Griff McGarry for assignment. The move clears a spot for Jorbit Vivas on the 40-man roster, whose previously reported acquisition from the Yankees is now official.
MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 22
Nationals Trade Top 30 Prospect to Yankees in Interesting Deal
With Opening Day for the Washington Nationals just four days away at the time of writing, the prevailing thought is that they would be focusing on finalizing their roster for the season opener.
Brady House News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 22
Nationals' Brady House Could Breakout This Year After Three Improvements This Spring
One of the players who stood out for the Washington Nationals this spring was Brady House. While a lot of the marquee hitters struggled throughout spring training, that was not the case for the 11th overall pick of the 2021 draft.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / March 22
Cade Cavalli and Brady House were the Washington Nationals best players this spring
With the Grapefruit League all wrapped up, I wanted to discuss a pair of the Nats biggest stars this spring. Brady House and Cade Cavalli are entering key seasons in their pro career.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 21
Miguel Sime Jr. Impressed His Nationals Teammates During Spring Breakout
Spring Breakout this year was exciting for the Washington Nationals and their fans. 17 out of their top 30 prospects made the gameday roster, including their newest star Gavin Fien, who set a record with his five-RBI performance.
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.
Dylan Crews News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 21
Nationals Have Clear Development Plan for Dylan Crews While He's in Triple-A
On March 20, the Washington Nationals made the surprising decision to option former second overall pick Dylan Crews to Triple-A Rochester and begin his season in the minors.
Washington Nationals News / ESPN / March 21
Nationals release right-handed reliever Smith
The Washington Nationals released right-handed pitcher Drew Smith on Saturday.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 21
Nationals Release Veteran Reliever Who Was Vying for Bullpen Spot
Entering the offseason, the weakest area of this Washington Nationals roster was their bullpen. Not only did that unit finish 2025 with the worst ERA in the majors, but the group was missing big-time arms from top to bottom.
Carter Kieboom News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 21
Phillies Acquire Carter Kieboom From Guardians
The Phillies have acquired infielder Carter Kieboom from the Guardians in exchange for cash considerations, as reported by MLB.com’s Tim Stebbins shortly before the Guards officially announced the trade.
Washington Nationals News / Athlon Sports / March 20
Nationals Make Surprise Triple-A Move With Former Top Prospect
It's been a difficult road for the Washington Nationals since winning the 2019 World Series. They've had losing seasons in each of the past six years, and they're now transitioning into a new era.
Dylan Crews News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 20
Nationals Made Shocking But Correct Decision to Option Dylan Crews to Triple-A
The Washington Nationals have made plenty of surprising roster decisions this spring. While Mitchell Parker getting sent to Triple-A Rochester wasn't shocking, it set the table for what was to come.
Griff McGarry News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 20
Insider Predicts Nationals' Rule 5 Draft Pick Will Head Back to Phillies
Rewinding back to the Rule 5 Draft that took place on Dec. 10 of last year, there was a lot of excitement surrounding who the Washington Nationals selected.
Dylan Crews News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 20
Nationals Option Dylan Crews
The Nationals announced that outfielder Dylan Crews has been optioned to Triple-A Rochester. That seems to set them up to have an Opening Day outfield mix consisting of James Wood, Jacob Young and Daylen Lile, perhaps with Joey Wiemer and/or Christian Franklin on the bench.
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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