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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 4

Nationals Outfielder Looks Sharp to Begin Injury Rehab Assignment

The Washington Nationals are limited in their outfield depth, but that could be changing soon. Center fielder Jacob Young started a rehab assignment at Double-A Harrisburg on Tuesday, as Nats manager Dave Martinez said the outfielder was ready to begin swinging a bat and play in the field.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / May 26

What Has Impressed Dave Martinez About These Two Nationals Prospects?

When the Washington Nationals had to put Dylan Crews and Jacob Young on the injured list, that could have been detrimental for a team that is starting to play much better baseball as of late.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / May 19

Dave Martinez Believes Key to Nationals' Offense Is Getting Struggling Veteran Going

One of the most under-the-radar acquisitions across Major League Baseball this past offseason was the signing of Josh Bell by the Washington Nationals.

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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / May 1

Washington Nationals Skipper Won't Manage Finale Against Phillies on Thursday

Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez will not be in the dugout for the team's series finale against the Philadelphia Phillies. According to Mark Zuckerman of MASN, Martinez will be in Chicago to attend the funeral of his agent, Scott Pucino.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 20

Where Should Washington Nationals Superstar Hit in Evolving Lineup?

One of the hardest parts about managing a baseball team -- especially a young one -- is figuring out the best spot for everyone in the starting lineup.

Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / April 17

MLB suspends, fines Nats P Jorge Lopez, manager Dave Martinez

Major League Baseball suspended Washington Nationals pitcher Jorge Lopez for three games and manager Dave Martinez for one after it determined Lopez intentionally threw at Pittsburgh Pirates veteran Andrew McCutchen on Wednesday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 17

Three MLB managers already on the hot seat

Although the 2025 MLB season is still in the first month, several teams are off to disappointing starts.

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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 14

MLB Insider Believes Nationals' Skipper Could Be On The Hot Seat This Season

The Washington Nationals are not a bad team this season. They are off to a 6-9 start, but they are 5-4 when playing in Washington D.C. The under .500 start to the year is not a surprise, though.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 8

Nationals Dave Martinez Has Discouraging Update on Key Relief Pitcher Battling Injury

The start of the 2025 MLB regular season has featured several ups and downs for the Washington Nationals already. They lost six of their first seven games before going on a three-game winning streak as things began to stabalize.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 23

Nationals Manager Under Pressure with ‘Critical Juncture Ahead’ This Season

The Washington Nationals haven’t done much winning on the field since winning the World Series in 2019. Since that point they have endured five consecutive losing seasons, with 71 victories being the most in a single campaign.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 21

Dave Martinez Reveals Who Washington Nationals Leadoff Hitter Will Be This Season

This feels like an important season for the Washington Nationals. Outside of this being the 25th anniversary of the nation's capital having a Major League Baseball team, it's also one that could determine the future of the franchise.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 20

Dave Martinez Reveals Which Washington Nationals Pitcher Will Start Spring Opener

Spring Training games get underway for the Washington Nationals on Saturday. After an offseason that was mild but still filled with optimism surrounding the growth of this team's young stars, the fan base will get their first glance at what this group might look like during the 2025 campaign while position battles also play out in real time.

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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 19

Washington Nationals Boss Sets Different Tone Entering New Season

The Washington Nationals have had a very intriguing last decade of baseball, going from a contending team to a World Series-winning team, and then to a rebuild in the span of that time frame.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 9

Four Washington Nationals Sleeper Pitchers To Monitor in Spring Training

As the Washington Nationals head into spring training, there are a few positional battles that people will be keeping a close eye on. One of the most important will be on the pitching staff, as there are spots open in Dave Martinez’s bullpen heading into camp.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 9

Nationals’ Dave Martinez thanks Juan Soto ahead of NL East rivalry

Juan Soto’s signing with the New York Mets has been the talk of the sports world. In a moment of reflection, Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez personally thanked Soto on the Hot Stove show for what he provided to the organization, despite being a part of another AL East rivalry.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 2

Washington Nationals Dave Martinez Speaks Highly of His Veteran Starting Pitcher

When the Washington Nationals signed Patrick Corbin as a free agent ahead of the 2019 season, he was a talented, two-time All-Star who was coming off a season in which he finished fifth in the National League Cy Young Award voting.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 29

Washington Nationals Dave Martinez Shares Bold Take on Potential of Young Pitcher

The 2024 season was one of ups and downs for Washington Nationals starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore. He started off hot, looking like the kind of star evaluators believed he could be when he was moving through the minor leagues.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 26

Washington Nationals Dave Martinez Speaks on Team’s Offensive Struggles

The end of the 2024 season has not gone as well as the Washington Nationals were hoping that it would. Despite being eliminated from the postseason, they had a chance to still impact the playoff race in the National League.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 26

Washington Nationals Have Glaring Need That Has Emerged Down the Stretch

The Washington Nationals didn’t have anything to play for down the stretch after being eliminated from the postseason for the fifth consecutive year. But, the last few weeks of the season still had some importance.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 23

Washington Nationals Dave Martinez Speaks Out About CJ Abrams Demotion

Over the weekend, the Washington Nationals made an unprecedented move, looking to send a message to a talented young player. Shortstop CJ Abrams, who was the team’s lone All-Star representative at the game this summer, was demoted hours ahead of a game against the Chicago Cubs.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 16

Washington Nationals Will Impact Playoff Race Despite Being Eliminated

The Washington Nationals have officially been eliminated from the 2024 MLB postseason. It is the fifth consecutive year since they will not be playing baseball in October, as they haven’t made the playoffs since taking home the World Series in 2019.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 9

Dave Martinez Believes Nationals Young Pitchers Will Add Important Aspect Soon

The Washington Nationals have been able to see many of their top prospects emerge at the Major League level to give themselves a good idea about what they can expect going forward.

Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / June 22, 2023

Nationals manager ejected, enters submission for tirade of the year

Amidst another brutal season, Washington Nationals manager Davey Martinez took out his frustrations on umpire Doug Eddings during Thursday's loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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