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Struggling Nationals Fan Favorite Finally Heating Up at the Plate
As the month of June continues to creep along and the All-Star break inches ever closer, the Washington Nationals continue to be one of the more interesting teams in the MLB.
Nationals Offseason Addition Has Been Valuable Despite Poor Offensive Numbers
This past offseason, the Washington Nationals didn't do much in free agency. Opting to add some high-upside players and veterans on short-term deals, the organization decided to spend another year evaluating the young guys on the roster before spending money.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / May 31
Cloud Nine: Washington Nationals offense firing on all cylinders with three straight 9 run games 
The Nationals offense is clicking right now and they are getting production from a lot of players including Josh Bell The Washington Nationals offense has been clicking lately, and it is not just the top guys producing.
The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz
How many of the players in second place on each franchise's all-time home runs leaders list can you name in five minutes?
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / May 28
It is time for the Nationals to pull the plug on the Josh Bell experiment
The Washington Nationals have given Josh Bell plenty of time to figure it out, but it just has not happened It stinks to have to be writing this because I like Josh Bell the person and really enjoyed him in his first stint with the Nationals.
Struggling Nationals Slugger Might Just be Worst Hitter in Baseball
The Washington Nationals have quickly become one of the most interesting teams in baseball this season. While they're still at least a couple of years still away from becoming serious postseason threats, the progress their young core is making is cause for serious optimism.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 12
Four rentals the Red Sox should consider to replace Triston Casas
The Red Sox need reinforcements at first base. Here are four players who make sense.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 27
Washington Nationals Desperately Need Slugger to Break Out of Slump
The Washington Nationals entered 2025 as one of the more intriguing teams in the MLB. Coming to what they hope is the final stretch of a long rebuild that started back in 2021, the Nationals put together an exciting blend of young talent and experienced veterans.
San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 20
San Francisco Giants Should Trade for Switch-Hitting Nationals Slugger
The San Francisco Giants got off to a great start, but might be coming back to earth a bit of late. To begin the season, the Giants were one of the biggest surprises of the year.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / March 30
Josh Bell powers Nationals to first win, hoping for renaissance season
Josh Bell's first hit of the 2025 season was a big one. The Washington Nationals' designated hitter did enough damage with one swing of the bat that it was all Washington needed to beat the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday.
Washington Nationals News / New Baseball Media / March 27
2024-25 MLB Offseason Recap: Washington Nationals
The Washington Nationals haven’t made the playoffs since the 2019 season, as the team’s largely been in a rebuild since the 2020 campaign. However, that rebuild began to bring fruits in 2024, as James Wood and Dylan Crews made their MLB debut.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 24
National League way-too-early trade candidates
Opening Day looms for every team but the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs, but Yardbarker MLB writers are already thinking about the MLB trade deadline July 31.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 19
Washington Nationals Veteran Considered Likely Trade Deadline Departure Again
The Washington Nationals re-signed a fan favorite this offseason, but could end up trading him away for the second time. CBS Sports' Mike Axisa released a list of the 10 players he views as likely trade deadline candidates.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 2
Where Remaining Washington Nationals Free Agents Could Sign Before Spring
The Washington Nationals managed to retain just one of their free agents this offseason, as they signed pitcher Trevor Williams to a two-year deal. Another free agent, Josh Bell, has Nationals ties, though he hasn’t played in D.C.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 10
Washington Nationals Slugger Reveals Most Important Aspect of Succeeding in New Role
The Washington Nationals had a few clear goals coming into the offseason. Two of them, upgrading at first base and infusing some power into the lineup, accomplished with two strong additions.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 8
Washington Nationals Slugger Reveals Lofty Goal for Upcoming Campaign
The Washington Nationals made a concerted effort to infuse some power into their lineup this offseason. After finishing second to last in home runs hit during the 2024 campaign, they wanted to add some pop to more consistently score runs.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 3
What two major additions could mean for Nationals in top-heavy NL East
The Washington Nationals made headlines recently with the additions of first basemen Nathaniel Lowe and Josh Bell.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / December 30
Former Padres Slugger Involved in Blockbuster Trade Signs With NL Squad
The Washington Nationals have brought back their former first baseman Josh Bell on a one-year contract, according to a report from MLB.com. Bell, who spent one season with the San Diego Padres, reportedly agreed to the $6 million deal Sunday night.
MLB News / Last Word On Sports / December 29
Tenacious Josh Bell Signs with Nationals
First base will be covered for the Washington Nationals this upcoming season, with Josh Bell signing a new deal to the tune of one year and $6 million, per Jon Heyman of the New York Post.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 29
Nationals reunite with former All-Star first baseman
Josh Bell is heading back to Washington, as the New York Post’s Jon Heyman reports that the first baseman has signed a one-year, $6M deal with the Nationals.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Last Word On Sports / November 20
Clutch First Baseman Looking To Improve Standing For Next Year
Josh Bell is coming off an impressive fill-in role last season, with the clutch first baseman looking to improve in 2025. Having started his major league
Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 9
Josh Bell made History in D-backs’ series sweep over Guardians
In what was his 2nd multi-home run game since joining the Diamondbacks at the trade deadline, Josh Bell stood alone in history after he hit a bomb in the Diamondbacks 5-3 win over the Guardians.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / July 30
Diamondbacks acquire former All-Star first baseman from Marlins
The Arizona Diamondbacks keep their hopes of defending the NL pennant (slightly) alive.
Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 28
Marlins to place former All-Star slugger on waivers
The Miami Marlins are placing veteran slugger Josh Bell on waivers.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 30, 2022
Report: Astros eyeing possible trade for Nationals' Josh Bell
The Astros are looking for the missing pieces for a World Series run and Bell could be one player in particular they are looking at.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 22, 2022
Report: Astros, Mets pursuing one-time All-Star 1B Josh Bell
Bell is in his sixth full big-league season and second with the Nationals. Through 341 at-bats, Bell leads the team in hits (106), doubles (21), RBIs (50), batting average (.311), slugging percentage (.504) and total bases (172).
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