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On YouTubeWashington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 10
Potential Nationals Target Tatsuya Imai Set to Be Posted This Offseason
The Washington Nationals made franchise history last offseason when they signed Shinnosuke Ogasawara out of Japan. Considering how prominent that market has become in the pantheon of having success in Major League Baseball, it was exciting to see the Nationals finally break through.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / November 7
Japanese Star Slugger Who Nationals Could Pursue Is Set to Officially Be Posted
Just about every team across Major League Baseball has tried to ramp up their presence overseas to land the next great Japanese player, and the Washington Nationals are no different.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 29
Nationals outright four players
The Washington Nationals announced that four players have cleared waivers and been sent outright to Triple-A Rochester.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 16
How Can Nationals Pitcher Shinnosuke Ogasawara Improve Heading Into Year Two?
The Washington Nationals put together another somewhat disappointing campaign in 2025 following an offseason of moves that were relatively hit or miss.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / August 21
Nationals Found Themselves a High-Leverage Reliever in Unorthodox Way
This past winter, the Washington Nationals made team history when they signed Shinnosuke Ogasawara to a two-year, $3.5 million contract, making him the first-ever Japanese international to sign a free agency deal with the franchise.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 12
Nationals Rookie Starting Pitcher Taking Part in Historic Day in MLB
In an effort to improve their starting pitching depth, the Washington Nationals signed Shinnosuke Ogasawara out of Japan this past offseason in a historic deal.
Washington Nationals Japanese Rookie Has Less Than Ideal MLB Debut
The Washington Nationals have been dealing with a number of struggles in 2025, and chief among them has been the terrible overall production they have received from their starting rotation.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 6
Nationals Recall Shinnosuke Ogasawara For MLB Debut
The Nationals announced this morning that they’ve recalled left-hander Shinnosuke Ogasawara. Ryan Loutos was optioned to Triple-A to make room for Ogasawara, who is slated to make his MLB debut when he starts against the Red Sox later today, on the 40-man roster.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Nationals Reportedly Calling Up Historic Signing for His Major League Debut
This past offseason, the Washington Nationals made franchise history when they signed Japanese international free agent Shinnosuke Ogasawara to a two-year, $3.5 million contract.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / June 15
Washington Nationals’ Shinnosuke Ogasawara Dominates in Injury Rehab Start
The long road back to Triple-A started for Washington Nationals pitcher Shinnosuke Ogasawara on Saturday. Ogasawara began a rehab assignment in the Florida Complex League, where he started a game for the FCL Nationals against the FCL Marlins, which went 13 innings and saw the Nats win, 7-6.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 22
Nationals Add High-Upside Bullpen Arm to 40-Man Roster Ahead of Opening Day
The Washington Nationals made some massive roster decisions with spring training winding down. After there was a battle for the fifth spot in the rotation throughout camp, they made their decision to go with Mitchell Parker over DJ Herz and Shinnosuke Ogasawara, optioning the latter two to their Triple-A affiliate.
Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 21
Japanese southpaw among players optioned by Nationals
The Nationals announced on Friday that they’ve optioned several players to Triple-A Rochester.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 21
Nationals Option Key Starting Pitchers, Settling Opening Day Rotation
The Washington Nationals are preparing for their final spring training games and in their latest flurry of moves settled their starting rotation. Per MASN Sports, the Nats optioned four players, including two starting pitchers — Shinnosuke Ogasawara and DJ Herz.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / March 1
Washington Nationals Newcomer Runs Into Trouble During Second Spring Outing
Shinnosuke Ogasawara got his second start of the spring in his fight to make the Washington Nationals Opening Day starting rotation on Friday against the New York Mets.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 23
Shinnosuke Ogasawara, Other Washington Nationals Pitchers Impress Against Mets
Dave Martinez revealed the Washington Nationals starter for Sunday's spring training game against the New York Mets would be Shinnosuke Ogasawara, the Japanese international who made franchise history as the first player from Asia to sign with the franchise.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / February 23
Three things to look for in Shinnosuke Ogasawara’s Washington Nationals debut 
What I am looking out for in Shinnosuke Ogasawara’s Nats spring debut. The Washington Nationals first ever signing directly out of Japan Shinnosuke Ogasawara is making his spring debut today on MASN.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 21
Washington Nationals Japanese Star Will Make Spring Training Debut on Sunday
The Washington Nationals have begun sending out information regarding which of their players will be starting for their first few spring training games.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / February 15
Watch: New Washington Nationals Pitcher Draws Serious Buzz in Bullpen Session
Even before Shinnosuke Ogasawara stepped foot in Washington Nationals spring training on Friday, he had made history. He is the first Japanese player the Nationals have signed directly from Asia.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 31
Washington Nationals Exec Reveals Why International Free Agent Was Appealing to Team
Recently, the Washington Nationals made some franchise history when they agreed to a deal with international free agent pitcher Shinnosuke Ogasawara. After
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