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Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / September 8
Nationals top prospect Eli Willits could make majors earlier than expected
A key part of the Nationals' future could land in Washington sooner than expected.
Trevor Gott News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 8
Padres Sign Trevor Gott To Minor League Deal
Veteran reliever Trevor Gott has inked a minor league deal with the Padres, per his MLB.com transaction tracker. The righty spent the first half of the season in the Nationals organization.
Connelly Early News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 8
Nationals New Pitcher Connelly Early Set to Make Organizational Debut
Back on July 26, the Washington Nationals made a headline-grabbing trade with the Boston Red Sox. President of baseball operations Paul Toboni decided to send breakout infielder Curtis Mead to his old team.
The 'MLB multi-time MVPs' quiz
Throughout MLB history, 34 players have won the AL or NL MVP Awards more than once. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
Joe Glassey News / Federal Baseball / September 8
Joe Glassey might be the steal of the deadline for the Washington Nationals 
The Nats made several moves at the deadline that I have talked about quite a bit. However, there is one deal that did not get a lot of press but it has been aging well for the Nats.
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.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 8
Nationals Hold Onto Veteran Reliever After He Cleared Waivers
The Washington Nationals are desperate to find answers in their bullpen. They are now tied for the major league record with the most blown saves in a single season.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 7
Nationals Star CJ Abrams, James Wood Make Rare Franchise History This Season
The Washington Nationals aren't where they want to be as a franchise -- they are going to miss the playoffs and finish with a losing record for the seventh year in a row -- but that doesn't mean there hasn't been positives that have come out of this season.
Nasim Nunez News / Federal Baseball / September 7
Nasim Nunez is not a viable starting option for the Washington Nationals
This season, Nasim Nunez has had the chance to prove he can be an everyday player. While he showed some promise at times in the summer, he has failed in that mission.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 6
Nationals in Full-On Evaluation Mode as They Prepare for Important Developmental Winter
The Washington Nationals aren't going to make the playoffs this year, but what they showed at times throughout the 2026 season gives some hope that a postseason berth could be coming soon.
DJ Herz News / Federal Baseball / September 6
Don’t Forget About DJ Herz
As Nats fans evaulate arms currently within the system who could contribute to their next competitive team, one intriguing name has largely faded from the conversation.
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 / Washington Nationals on SI / September 6
Nationals One Step Closer to Making Unwanted Major League Baseball History
Before their West Coast road trip got underway, the one game the Washington Nationals could circle as a possible victory was on Sept. 5. That's because, despite facing the Los Angeles Dodgers, their ace Cade Cavalli was scheduled to start.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / September 6
The Washington Nationals are closing in on unwanted blown save history
The Washington Nationals did it again, and by it, I mean blowing another save. Last night, the Nats blew their 36th save of the season. That obviously leads the league, but is also only one off tying the all-time record.
Jack Sinclair News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 5
Jack Sinclair Becomes Latest Under-the-Radar Nationals Bullpen Arm to Impress
Ahead of series opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Washington Nationals announced that another one of their minor league pitchers was set to make his major league debut.
Max Kranick News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 4
Nationals Designate Max Kranick For Assignment
The Nationals announced that they have selected the contract of right-hander Jack Sinclair. Fellow righty Max Kranick has been designated for assignment as the corresponding move.
UC Davis Aggies News / New Baseball Media / September 3
2026 MLB Draft Review: Washington Nationals
One year after the Nationals grabbed a haul, including Eli Willits, in the 2025 MLB Draft, Washington had a good chance to add top-tier talent. For 2026, Washington’s draft class haul included three accomplished college hitters, plus two high-upside high schoolers who the Nationals went above-slot to get.
James Wood News / Athlon Sports / September 2
Nationals Designate Player for Assignment After James Wood News
The Washington Nationals welcomed back one of their biggest offensive pieces Wednesday, activating All-Star outfielder James Wood from the 10-day injured list ahead of their September stretch run.
Yohandy Morales News / DC Sports King / September 2
Nationals Prospect Yohandy Morales Has a Debut to Remember
The arrival of a top prospect is always exciting, but for Yohandy Morales and his family, September 1 marked the unforgettable milestone of a multi-generational baseball dream.
Yohandy Morales News / Field Level Media / September 1
Yohandy Morales, Jared Simpson star in debuts as Nationals top Braves
Yohandy Morales finished a triple short of the cycle in his major league debut, Jared Simpson pitched three scoreless innings for the win in his debut and the Washington Nationals beat the visiting Atlanta Braves 9-5 Tuesday.
Daylen Lile News / Field Level Media / September 1
Nationals' Daylen Lile out to continue hot streak in matchup vs. Braves
Atlanta will try to cool off reigning National League Player of the Week Daylen Lile when the Braves open a two-game series against the Nationals in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday night.
Daylen Lile News / Field Level Media / August 31
Daylen Lile's two-homer game powers Nats' comeback over Marlins
Reigning National League Player of the Week Daylen Lile went 3-for-3 with a pair of two-run home runs and the Washington Nationals rallied past the visiting Miami Marlins 6-3 Monday night.
CJ Abrams News / Athlon Sports / August 30
Nationals Make CJ Abrams Decision After 130 Games
CJ Abrams is getting a new look in the Washington Nationals’ infield as the club continues evaluating its young core down the stretch. Abrams made his first start of the season at second base Sunday, with manager Blake Butera moving him from shortstop.
James Wood News / Athlon Sports / August 30
Nationals Manager Reveals the Plan for Injured All-Star James Wood
The Washington Nationals could soon have James Wood back in their lineup. Manager Blake Butera revealed that the All-Star outfielder will begin a minor league rehab assignment Sunday with the Double-A Harrisburg Senators as he works his way back from an oblique strain.
Cade Cavalli News / Yardbarker / August 27
Nationals' Cade Cavalli has been significant bright spot in the rotation
Washington Nationals right-handed starting pitcher Cade Cavalli has been a notable bright spot this season.
Jacob Young News / Larry Brown Sports / August 24
Nationals’ Jacob Young climbs wall to make the catch of the year
Washington Nationals outfielder Jacob Young might have just clinched the catch of the year nod in Major League Baseball. Young scaled the left field fence at LoanDepot Park in Miami on Sunday to steal an extra-base hit from Miami Marlins outfielder Heriberto Hernandez to end the third inning.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 20
Rangers' Jacob deGrom joins exclusive club with latest milestone
Jacob deGrom entered the game Thursday night against the Washington Nationals just shy of reaching a major career milestone. deGrom's second strikeout of the game was the 2,000th strikeout of his career.
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