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MLB News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago
Can the Cubs nab Nationals' ace at the deadline?
If the Cubs are going to land MacKenzie Gore, the package is going to need to be substantial.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / 3 hours ago
The Washington Nationals continue their sluggish day time performances 
The Nationals fall to 13-31 in day games after getting shut out by a dominant Nick Lodolo The Washington Nationals continued their season long trend of turning in sluggish performances in day games.
The 'Last 40-home run season by MLB team' quiz
How many of the last players to hit 40 or more home runs for every MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / 5 hours ago
Former Longtime Nationals Pitcher Shockingly Gets Designated for Assignment
A name very familiar to Washington Nationals fans looks like he has become available once again in surprising fashion. As first reported by Katie Woo of The Athletic, the St.
Defunct MLB stadiums we wish were still around
Here are our rankings of 25 parks and stadiums still worth holding near and dear to our baseball hearts.
Washington Nationals News / Fastball on SI / 6 hours ago
Washington Nationals Pitcher Tabbed 'Best Fit' For Playoff Contender At Trade Deadline
The Washington Nationals brought in a tremendous haul in 2022, when they traded Juan Soto to the San Diego Padres. From a wins above replacement standpoint and several other measures, they acquired their three best players: outfielder James Wood, pitcher MacKenzie Gore and shortstop C.J.
MacKenzie Gore News / Washington Nationals on SI / 7 hours ago
Insider Sees Nationals Ace MacKenzie Gore As Perfect Trade Fit for NL Power
What looked like a promising season for the Washington Nationals went south in a hurry during June and July, and now the team is back in a familiar position of selling at the deadline.
Konnor Pilkington News / Federal Baseball / 8 hours ago
Pilk Mania: Why did the Washington Nationals keep Konnor Pilkington in Triple-A so long?
Konnor Pilkington gave Nats fans one heck of a first impression and left them wondering about why he was not here sooner The Nationals had an uncharacteristically easy 6-1 win last night.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / 10 hours ago
New Nationals Star Eli Willits Rockets to Top of Franchise Prospect Rankings
The Washington Nationals envision Eli Willits as a future star. For now, Baseball America agrees. The Nationals’ first-round pick signed his deal on Saturday.
MLB News / Field Level Media / 15 hours ago
Nationals go for first series sweep since May in finale with Reds
The Washington Nationals go for their first series sweep since May when they host the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday afternoon. Washington's last three-game series sweep took place May 16-18 in Baltimore.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / 23 hours ago
Nationals Second Half Will Be All About New Beginnings to a Hopefully Brighter Future
The Washington Nationals came into the 2025 season with what seemed like attainable expectations. No one was expecting them to contend for a World Series, but it was fair to expect some strides would be made with their performance on the field.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 22
Nationals select Konnor Pilkington
The Nationals announced that they have selected the contract of left-hander Konnor Pilkington. Right-hander Mason Thompson has been optioned to Triple-A Rochester as the corresponding active roster move.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 22
Will Nationals Shockingly Consider Trading Their Best Player to Red Sox?
The Washington Nationals are still in the middle of their post-Juan Soto rebuild, meaning the most important players to keep on their roster are young players and prospects who have high ceilings and room to grow.
Brad Lord News / Field Level Media / July 22
Brad Lord rejoins Nationals' rotation to face Reds
Washington rookie Brad Lord makes his return to the rotation when the Nationals host the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday in the middle contest of a three-game series.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / July 21
Josh Bell, Daylen Lile power Nationals past Reds
Josh Bell had two hits, including a home run, and the Washington Nationals jumped out to a 7-0 lead before holding on for a 10-8 win over the visiting Cincinnati Reds on Monday night.
Washington Nationals News / Larry Brown Sports / July 21
Nationals No. 1 overall pick has ambitious goal for his MLB debut
Washington Nationals No. 1 overall pick Eli Willits is setting a very ambitious target for when he wants to make his MLB debut. Willits officially signed with the Nationals on Saturday, receiving an $8.2 million signing bonus.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21
Nationals rumors: The young stars interim GM won’t trade
2025 has been a nightmare season for the Washington Nationals, leading them to fire both manger Dave Martinez and general manager Mike Rizzo just a few months into the campaign.
MacKenzie Gore News / Athlon Sports / July 20
Nationals GM Addresses MacKenzie Gore Trade Decision
Left-handed starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore is in his fourth MLB season and third as a member of the Washington Nationals. Gore was originally selected third overall by the San Diego Padres in the 2017 MLB Draft and made his MLB debut for the organization in 2022.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 20
Nationals rumors: Who is Washington looking to move before trade deadline?
There’s no question that the Washington Nationals are having a disappointing season, and it’s gotten to the point where they had to switch things up in the front office.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 20
Nationals not planning to trade from young core at deadline
Interim GM Mike DeBartolo told the Washington Post’s Andrew Golden and other reporters on Saturday that the Nats want to build around such players as James Wood, CJ Abrams, Dylan Crews, and MacKenzie Gore, rather than shop them at the deadline.
Washington Nationals News / 5 GOATs / July 19
2025 MLB Draft: Eli Willits contract details revealed for Washington Nationals first-round pick
No. 1 overall pick Eli Willits and the Washington Nationals have agreed to a deal, officially signing with the club. While the now-former Oklahoma shortstop took well below slot value, he still made some history along the way.
Reggie Willits News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 19
Washington Nationals Award Top Pick Eli Willits With Historic Signing Bonus
The Washington Nationals officially have signed No. 1 overall pick Eli Willits, MLB.com's Jim Callis reported Saturday afternoon. Per Callis, the 17-year-old secured an $8.2 million signing bonus.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 19
Nationals agree to sign first overall pick Eli Willits
The Nationals have agreed to sign Eli Willits, the first overall pick of the 2025 draft. The high school shortstop announced yesterday (in an interview on CNN with Wolf Blitzer) that he planned to officially ink his first pro contract today, and the Nats indeed have a press conference set to mark the event.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / July 14
Former Nationals star gives take on team's No. 1 pick
The Washington Nationals surprised some prognosticators when the franchise made shortstop Eli Willits the No. 1 selection in the 2025 MLB Draft on Sunday.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / July 13
Nationals interim GM explains why they made stunning No. 1 pick
One week after firing their manager and general manager, the Washington Nationals made another stunning decision during the 2025 MLB Draft.
Washington Nationals News / Larry Brown Sports / July 14
Nationals pull a stunner with No. 1 pick in MLB Draft
The Washington Nationals threw everyone a curveball to kick off Sunday’s MLB Draft. Washington surprisingly used their No. 1 overall draft pick on high school shortstop Eli Willits.
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