Washington Nationals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Nationals Recall Brady House, Why He Needs to Take Advantage of This Opportunity

Prior to Sunday's game, the Washington Nationals announced that Brady House was recalled to their major league roster. This comes as the corresponding move following the trade that sent starting third baseman Curtis Mead to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for left-handed pitcher Connelly Early late on Saturday.

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MLB rumors: Major trade candidate could miss rest of 2026 with injury; Nationals taking calls on CJ Abrams

The trade deadline is barely a week away

Connelly Early News / Federal Baseball / July 26

Three biggest Washington Nationals storylines following the Connelly Early trade

The Nats made a major move last night that will have some serious ripple effects. I wanted to take a look at three big things to come out of the Connelly Early trade.

Curtis Mead News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 26

What the Curtis Mead Trade Signals for Nationals' Trade Deadline Plans

Late on Saturday night, the Washington Nationals made their first move ahead of the trade deadline when they shipped infielder Curtis Mead to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for left-handed pitcher Connelly Early.

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The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

CJ Abrams News / Field Level Media / July 26

CJ Abrams making difference for Nationals against Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks will try to subdue All-Star CJ Abrams and the host Washington Nationals in the rubber game of their three-game series on Sunday afternoon.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 26

Red Sox pay high price to Nationals to shore up infield

The Boston Red Sox needed to improve the middle of their infield while adding a potential impact bat to the lineup. They may have filled both needs in a trade with the Washington Nationals late Saturday night.

Red Sox plan to be aggressive buyers with their eyes set on two top-notch players

Nationals eyeing best of both worlds at trade deadline

CJ Abrams trade rumors could derail Nationals’ season

The 'Active 20-HR season leaders' quiz

Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / July 25

CJ Abrams, Foster Griffin spark Nationals over D-backs

CJ Abrams had three hits including a home run, Foster Griffin pitched into the seventh inning and the Nationals beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-3 on Saturday in Washington.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / July 25

Nationals eyeing best of both worlds at trade deadline

The Washington Nationals are in a difficult spot as the Aug. 3 trade deadline approaches.

CJ Abrams trade rumors could derail Nationals’ season

CJ Abrams, Foster Griffin spark Nationals over D-backs

Red Sox plan to be aggressive buyers with their eyes set on two top-notch players

MLB insider reveals reason Dodgers may be 'greedy' at MLB trade deadline

The 'Most Ks in a playoff start' quiz

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CJ Abrams News / Larry Brown Sports / July 25

Nationals are torn on trading their All-Star infielder

The Washington Nationals are weighing up whether to significantly impact the MLB trade market by dealing one of their star players. The Nationals have yet to decide whether to trade shortstop CJ Abrams, according to Spencer Nusbaum and Will Sammon of The Athletic.

Foster Griffin News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 25

Extension Talks Between Nationals, Foster Griffin Reportedly 'Fizzled Quickly'

The Washington Nationals remain in the playoff picture. Sitting three games out of the final NL wild card spot with a 52-52 record entering Saturday's contest, the next week is extra-important when it comes to what the organization ultimately decides to do ahead of the upcoming trade deadline.

Washington Nationals News / Athlon Sports / July 25

How the Nationals Plan to Approach the Trade Deadline

The Washington Nationals are in an interesting position as the Aug. 3 trade deadline approaches, sitting squarely on the fence with a 52-52 record — one of MLB’s biggest surprises.

Washington Nationals News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 25

Nationals Planning To Both Buy And Sell At Trade Deadline

The Nationals were three games over .500 heading into play on July 4, but a 6-9 record over their last 15 games has dropped the Nats back to even at 52-52.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 25

Nationals Planning to Trade for 'Big-League Help'

Well, there was a massive update regarding the Washington Nationals and their plans for the upcoming trade deadline. According to Spencer Nusbaum of The Athletic (subscription required), the Nationals are now preparing to add pieces to their roster before Aug.

Foster Griffin News / Field Level Media / July 25

Nationals All-Star Foster Griffin aims to level series vs. D-backs

Washington left-hander Foster Griffin looks to continue his stellar rookie season and help the Nationals gain in the National League wild-card race when the club hosts the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday.

MLB News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 24

How Nationals Perform in This Diamondbacks Series Could Impact Their Deadline Plans

As of July 24, there are 11 days before the Aug. 3 trade deadline arrives, which means the Washington Nationals have 10 games to convince the front office to buy instead of sell.

Foster Griffin News / Washington Nationals on SI / July 24

Nationals Star Foster Griffin Predicted To Be Traded, Why That Likely Will Happen

The rumor mill is in full swing right now ahead of the upcoming trade deadline, and the Washington Nationals will likely be right in the middle of it before too long.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 24

Red Sox plan to be aggressive buyers with their eyes set on two top-notch players

The Boston Red Sox have shifted from being sellers to aggressive buyers ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline.

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Justin Lawrence News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 23

Nationals Outright Justin Lawrence

The Nationals announced Thursday that right-handed reliever Justin Lawrence passed through waivers unclaimed following his recent DFA. He’s been assigned outright to Triple-A Rochester.

Washington Nationals News / Draft Nation / July 23

Washington Nationals Improve, But Are Far From Ready

Ahh…to be young again. Youth represents promise, growth, and an unknown but seemingly unlimited future. It also brings chaos, change, and volatility. This offseason, the Washington Nationals leaned heavily into youth, assembling what is believed to be the youngest leadership group in Major League Baseball history.

Justin Lawrence News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 21

Nationals Designate Justin Lawrence For Assignment

The Nationals announced that right-hander Eddy Yean has been recalled from Triple-A Rochester. Fellow righty Justin Lawrence has been designated for assignment as the corresponding move.

Washington Nationals News / Just Baseball / July 21

The Nationals Should Cash in on Trading Luis García Jr.

Entering the day with a respectable 51-50 record, the Washington Nationals are putting together a much better 2026 campaign than we thought they would.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 20

Phillies' Bryce Harper, Trea Turner both hit milestones vs. Dodgers

The Philadelphia Phillies opened up a series in one of the best ways possible on Monday — full of milestones and ending in a statement win.

Caleb Durbin's late HR extends Red Sox's historic win streak

Astros' Yordan Alvarez builds on AL MVP case in win over Marlins

On deck: Big week for Phillies, Mariners plus Orioles-Red Sox holds intrigue

The 'Multiple five-hit MLB games since 2015' quiz

Jake Irvin News / Athlon Sports / July 19

Nationals' Jake Irvin Nearing Return From Injury After Latest Update

The Nationals' organization announced an update on right-handed pitcher Jake Irvin on Sunday. Irvin has been out for the Nationals and on the 60-day injured list since May 24 with a right shoulder strain.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 13

Yankees make franchise history with third straight comeback in series sweep

New York's come-from-behind 5-3 victory over the Washington Nationals on Sunday completed a series sweep and showed a type of historic resilience for a team trying to stay in contention without its best player.

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The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

Luis Garcia News / Yardbarker / July 10