Washington Nationals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Washington Nationals Offense Can Only Do So Much To Overcome Bullpen Woes

There have been several reasons to be excited about the Washington Nationals over the first month of the 2025 MLB regular season. Their starting rotation has a legitimate foundation with MacKenzie Gore, Jake Irvin and Mitchell Parker all coming into their own.

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How much longer will the Nationals give Josh Bell to heat up?

The Nationals have a Josh Bell problem, the question is how are they going to solve it Josh Bell had a great run in 2021 and 2022 with the Nats. However, his second stint is DC has not gone well so far.

Daylen Lile News / Federal Baseball / May 1

Nationals Prospects: Daylen Lile is the Nats most underrated prospect

Daylen Lile is raking in the upper levels of the minors and could be ready for the big leagues later this season When it comes to Washington Nationals prospects, Daylen Lile flies under the radar.

Paul DeJong News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 1

Nationals' DeJong likely out until All-Star break

Nationals' Paul DeJong likely out until All-Star break

Nationals infielder Paul DeJong is on the 10-day injured due to a fractured nose he suffered when an errant pitch hit him in the face.

Phillies belt three homers, cruise past Nationals

Nationals release OF Stone Garrett after poor start to season

25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2025

The '2019 Washington Nationals World Series roster' quiz

Jacob deGrom News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'American and National League strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the league leaders in K's for both the American and National Leagues since the 2000 MLB season can you name in five minutes?

Washington Nationals News / Larry Brown Sports / May 1

Nationals staff member collapses during batting practice

Washington Nationals batting practice pitcher James Frisbie was taken to the hospital on Wednesday after collapsing during the team’s batting practice prior to their game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pa.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Which 19 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 30

Nationals coach collapses on field prior to Phillies game

The Washington Nationals are taking on the Philadelphia Phillies, but the club is playing with heavy hearts on Wednesday. One coach in Washington was spotted collapsing during batting practice and had to be rushed to the hospital.

James Wood News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 30

Washington Nationals Emerging Star Garnering Consideration for Prestigious Honor

Washington Nationals left fielder James Wood possesses the kind of intimidating size that hints toward gargantuan power potential. Standing 6-foot-7, he towers over most of his peers on the field.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Phillies-Nationals Interrupted by 'Serious' Incident Before First Pitch

The Washington Nationals and Philadelphia Phillies were set to kick off the second game of a three-game series at Citizen's Bank Park on Wednesday when a scary situation unfolded.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 30

Star Washington Nationals Shortstop Picking Up Where He Left Off After Injury

The Washington Nationals continue to be a fascinating team for their fans and those around the league to keep an eye on as the month of April comes to a close.

Keibert Ruiz News / Federal Baseball / April 30

Nationals Roster: Keibert Ruiz is being overplayed

Keibert Ruiz’s sky high workload is impacting his performance levels Tonight, Keibert Ruiz will be batting seventh and catching. Ruiz being behind the plate has become a foregone conclusion at this point.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 30

Washington Nationals Promote Pair of Top Prospects To Triple-A

The Washington Nationals continue to move intriguing talent through their farm system as two top prospects recently got promoted to the next level. Andrew Golden of the Washington Post shared that both Daylen Lile and Marquis Grissom Jr.

Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / April 30

Rocky Road: The Washington Nationals road struggles are part of a league wide trend

The Washington Nationals fell to 4-10 on the road last night, but they are far from the only team struggling away from home The Washington Nationals have really struggled on the road this season.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 30

Washington Nationals Top Prospect Suffers Possible Setback in Latest Start

The Washington Nationals could use all the help they can get on the pitching side of things. As a team, the Nationals have the fourth-highest ERA, seventh-highest WHIP, the ninth-most walks and opponents have the fifth-highest batting average off them.

Seaver King News / Federal Baseball / April 30

Nationals Draft News: MLB Pipeline updates their draft rankings

MLB Pipeline updated their draft rankings. It will be fascinating to see who the Nationals take at the top of the draft MLB Pipeline released their updated top 150 rankings for the 2025 MLB Draft.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 30

Washington Nationals Hitter-Turned-Pitcher Turning Heads in Minor Leagues

Erick Mejia spent his entire professional career chasing consistent playing time as an infielder or outfielder in five organizations, including the Washington Nationals.

Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / April 29

Timeline for Paul DeJong's return to Nationals revealed

Washington Nationals third baseman Paul DeJong has been out of action for over a month.

Wild pitch gives Phillies comeback win over Nationals

Nationals release OF Stone Garrett after poor start to season

Team-by-team NL MVPs: Budding superstar, six pitchers take spotlight

25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2025

The '2019 Washington Nationals World Series roster' quiz

Stone Garrett News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 29

Nationals release OF Stone Garrett after poor start to season

The Nationals have released outfielder Stone Garrett, reports Spencer Nusbaum of the Washington Post. Garrett opened the season in Triple-A Rochester. He was designated for assignment in spring training but cleared waivers and remained with the organization as a non-roster player.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 29

Washington Nationals Remain Unsure of Next Step for Rehabbing Veteran Pitcher

Coming into the season, it was the Washington Nationals' lineup that was garnering a lot of attention for the upside that it possessed. It was hard to ignore all of the young talent manager Davey Martinez had at his disposal when it came to positional players.

MacKenzie Gore News / Just Baseball / April 29

A Closer Look at MacKenzie Gore’s Outstanding Start to 2025

All stats and rankings were taken prior to first pitch on April 28. Every spring, as the new Major League Baseball season begins, we see some incredible performances and wild stats right out of the gate.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 28

Brandon Nimmo joins rare company as Mets throttle Nationals

Brandon Nimmo joins rare company as red-hot Mets throttle Nationals

On Monday, Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo joined a rare group, becoming just the second player in franchise history to record a nine-RBI game in New York's 19-5 win over the division-rival Nationals.

Why the Mets should be wary of Clay Holmes' great start

Juan Soto's bat speed decline threatens Mets' $765 million investment

Comparing the Yankees and Mets after Juan Soto's move

20 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2025

The 'Highest-paid MLB players' quiz

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 28

Nationals Make Unfortunate Team History in 19-5 Loss to Mets

The Washington Nationals fell to the New York Mets on Monday, 19-5, in what was a blowout from the start. Washington fell to 13-16 on the season with the loss, as they struggled to keep up with the explosive Mets' offensive attack.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 27

Nationals overcome six-run deficit to slay Mets

CJ Abrams scored on Pete Alonso's throwing error in the ninth inning and the Washington Nationals rallied from a six-run deficit for an 8-7 win against the visiting New York Mets on Sunday.

CJ Abrams News / Field Level Media / April 24

Nationals activate SS CJ Abrams from injured list

The Washington Nationals activated shortstop CJ Abrams from the injured list Thursday and optioned third baseman Trey Lipscomb to Triple-A Rochester. Abrams, 24, last played on April 11 when he departed in the fourth inning with a right hip flexor strain.

CJ Abrams News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 23

Washington Nationals Shortstop CJ Abrams Going Through Up-and-Down Rehab Assignment

CJ Abrams has been eligible to be activated off the injured list for two days now, but the star shortstop has remained in the Washington Nationals’ farm system on a rehab assignment.

Dylan Crews News / Yardbarker / April 19