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Keibert Ruiz News / Federal Baseball / October 5
Keibert Ruiz saved his Washington Nationals career in 2026 
There were a lot of Nationals hitters who were surprisingly productive in 2026. However, the biggest surprise for me was Keibert Ruiz, who turned his career around this season.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / September 15
We are not talking about Keibert Ruiz’s remarkable season enough
Nationals fans all know that Keibert Ruiz has had a great season. He has risen from the ashes to become one of the more productive catchers in the league.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 3
Nationals Set to Evaluate Keibert Ruiz Further, Unsure About Status
On Wednesday, the Washington Nationals saw their catcher toss his mask off and lean over after getting smoked by a foul ball in the top of the fourth inning.
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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 2
Nationals' Keibert Ruiz Exits Game Early Against Braves Due to Apparent Head Injury
On Wednesday, the Washington Nationals got set to play the Atlanta Braves for the final time during the 2026 season. Looking for a win that would secure a two-game sweep over their division rivals, the Nationals turned to right-handed pitcher Brad Lord for the start.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / August 22
Nationals' Keibert Ruiz strives to continue stellar season in matchup vs. Marlins
Washington Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz had two hits, including a home run, on Friday night in a loss to the Miami Marlins as he continued his breakout season.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 16
Former GM Believes Nationals' Keibert Ruiz Is Realistic Trade Option for Yankees
One of the biggest storylines of the year for the Washington Nationals has been the turnaround of maligned catcher Keibert Ruiz. Coming into 2026, there was a thought that he might no longer be part of the organization.
New Nationals Regime Has Completely Transformed Keibert Ruiz, Jacob Young, Others
When the Washington Nationals hired then-35-year-old Paul Toboni to become the team's new president of baseball operations, there was a lot of excitement about the direction of the organization.
Nationals Monday Fastball: Keibert Ruiz's Emergence Creates Complicated Situation
Right now, Keibert Ruiz is playing his best baseball since putting on a Washington Nationals uniform. In the month of May, he has slashed .340/.347/.702 with three home runs, eight doubles and 13 RBIs.
MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / May 7
3 Notable Takeaways From Nationals Home Series Win Against Twins
The Washington Nationals bounced back in a major way to earn a series victory against the Minnesota Twins when they won the finale on Thursday. Following
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / May 7
Keibert Ruiz's big effort lifts Nationals past Twins
Keibert Ruiz had two doubles, a home run, drove in four runs and scored three times to lead the Washington Nationals to a 7-5 win against the visiting Minnesota Twins in the rubber game of their three-game series on Thursday afternoon.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / April 28
Nationals Catchers Give Bizarre Reasoning for Their Struggles With ABS Challenges
A new wrinkle thrown at every Major League Baseball team ahead of the 2026 season was how to handle the ABS Challenge System that was set to be implemented.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / April 19
Curtis Mead, Keibert Ruiz help Nationals tame Giants
Curtis Mead hit a two-run homer, Keibert Ruiz had two hits and the Nationals beat the San Francisco Giants 3-0 in Washington on Sunday to avoid a series sweep.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 22
Keibert Ruiz Still in Nationals' Plans Despite Addition of Harry Ford
The Washington Nationals made a splash trade earlier in the offseason when they acquired star catching prospect Harry Ford from the Seattle Mariners in a deal that saw Jose A.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 11
There's a Good Chance the Nationals Decide to DFA Keibert Ruiz at Some Point
The Winter Meetings are in the rearview, and all eyes are on what's next for the Washington Nationals. They could shake things up across Major League Baseball if they decide to trade both MacKenzie Gore and CJ Abrams.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 26
There's No Reason Why Nationals Shouldn't Go After This Former All-Star Catcher
Coming into the offseason, there was an idea the Washington Nationals would explore catching upgrades based on how poorly that unit performed this year.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 24
It Sounds Like Nationals Fans Will Be Underwhelmed by Catching Situation in 2026
Coming into the offseason, there was some thought that the catching position could be towards the top of targets for the Washington Nationals. Keibert Ruiz was disappointing again and is now dealing with concerning concussion issues.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 8, 2025
Nationals Pull Catcher Keibert Ruiz Off Rehab Assignment as Symptoms Linger
The Washington Nationals got some more bad news with one of their most important players who they have been missing for months now on Monday afternoon.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 7, 2025
'Scary' Concussions Causing Nationals' Keibert Ruiz To Think About Future As Catcher
Keibert Ruiz has not been on the field for the Washington Nationals since July 5. After getting hit in the head with a foul ball on June 23 when it ricocheted off the dugout wall, he was initially diagnosed with just a head contusion when the CT scan he underwent came back negative.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / July 8, 2025
Nationals place C Keibert Ruiz (concussion) back on injured list
Washington Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz returned to the seven-day concussion list Tuesday after being active for two games. In a corresponding move, the Nationals recalled catcher Drew Millas from Triple-A Rochester.
Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / June 24, 2025
Nationals C Keibert Ruiz lands on IL with head contusion
One day after he was hit in the head by a foul ball while sitting in the dugout, catcher Keibert Ruiz was placed on the injured list by the Washington Nationals on Tuesday with what the team is calling a head contusion.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 24, 2025
Nationals’ Keibert Ruiz gets scary injury update from Davey Martinez
After losing for the 13th time in their last 15 games when Shohei Ohtani got his second start of the season for the Dodgers Sunday, the Washington Nationals bounced back against the San Diego Padres Monday.
Washington Nationals News / Fastball on SI / May 23, 2025
Washington Nationals Catcher Keibert Ruiz Shines With Parents in Attendance
Keibert Ruiz has been in the big leagues for six years now, but his biggest fans never got the chance to see him play in-person. That finally changed on Thursday.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / September 30, 2024
Three big reasons the Nationals' rebuild is ahead of schedule
For fans looking for the light at the end of the mediocrity tunnel, here are three big reasons the team is actually ahead of schedule in its rebuild.
Washington Nationals News / Fastball on SI / September 15, 2024
Keibert Ruiz Joins in on Washington Nationals' Stolen Base Parade, Claims MLB Lead
Keibert Ruiz isn't exactly known for his blazing speed. The Washington Nationals backstop ranks in MLB's fifth percentile with an average sprint speed of 25.0 feet per second this season, according to Baseball Savant.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 25, 2024
Watch: Jurickson Profar, Keibert Ruiz ignite bench-clearing brawl in Padres-Nationals
The start of Tuesday's San Diego Padres-Washington Nationals game had some fireworks in the bottom of the first inning that featured a bench-clearing brawl, a hit batter, a manager ejection and a two-run home run.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 30, 2023
Four hitters who have had the worst luck to start 2023
With about two months in the books of the 2023 MLB season, there have been plenty of surprising starts for hitters. Some have been hot and some have been cold, but these four hitters have experienced just plain old bad luck.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 28, 2019
MLB prospects we could still see called up in 2019
Some prospects could be major contributors on playoff rosters, while others will get looks in preparation for 2020. Either way, these 10 MLB prospects could get their chances at a major league call-up in the final month of the regular season.
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