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Return of 154-game season. Opponent selection in postseason. Full MLB proposal to MLBPA here 📲

🚨MLB Proposes Less Games

FA fits for All-Star 2B with Yankees stint likely over 📲

Jazz Chisholm Landing Spots📍

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Daylen Lile’s 2026 season was a mixed bag for the Washington Nationals

Daylen Lile did not have a bad season in 2026 but he still left a bit to be desired at the plate

Why the Nationals should look to sign one of San Diego's free agents ➡️

Best Fits for Michael King and Casey Mize ⚾

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Offseason Update: Oct. 8, 2026 from NationalsProspects.com

No game yesterday, but I've got a little time this morning to pass along a couple of items that didn't merit a mention before.

New details emerge on 34-page memo with team owners and high-ranking execs (The Athletic)

MLB Lays Out Lockout Plans

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Seaver King had an electrifying bounce back year in 2026

After a brutal first pro season, Seaver King looked like the guy the Washington Nationals selected in the top 10 in 2026

Yankees, Padres and Braves all eliminated. Tap to catch up on all the action 📲

Division Series Recap 🍿

Can anyone beat the Dodgers? Time to trade Acuña Jr.? 📲

AL and NLDS Overreactions 🗣️

MLB Postseason Buzz 🗣️

😬 Yankees defensive struggles ♨️ Padres-Brewers drama 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

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The Washington Nationals finally found their next ace with Cade Cavalli

Cade Cavalli finally became the guy for the Nationals this year and got rewarded with a contract extension

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AFL Update: Oct. 7, 2026 - News and Notes on the Nationals Minor Leagues

The Rafters got four in the 1st and cruised to a 7-2 win over the Saguaros. R.J. Sales not only started but pitched into the 6th for the first time in his career. He allowed one run on three hits and two walks over five and a 1/3rd innings and was credited with the win.

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5 free agent relievers the Nationals should target this offseason

It's no secret that the Washington Nationals bullpen was historically bad in 2026. While I've made it clear that I don't think the blown saves record is nearly

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Kevin Gausman could be the rotation anchor the Nats are looking for

The veteran starter is a free agent the Washington Nationals should think about pursuing

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The Luis Perales for Jake Bennett Trade has not aged well for the Washington Nationals so far

Of all the deals Paul Toboni has made as Nats POBO, the Jake Bennett for Luis Perales swap is the one he might want back

6 deals that would make sense this offseason 📲

Realistic Offseason Trade Ideas 💡

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Ranking MLB's Top 50 Rookies 🔢

Where Washington's first-year players stand across the league 📲

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AFL Update: Oct. 6, 2026 - News and Notes on the Nationals Minor Leagues

Salt River scored in four of eight "ups" and outslugged a poor bullpen showing for a 10-7 win over Peoria. One of those throwers was Noah Dean, a 25-y.o. MLFA who was released during spring training by the Red Sox and signed by the Nats in late March. He picked up where he left off

Analyzing which names were massive disappointments this year 📲

Players Worse Than You Think 😖

Each squad's key to crushing the MLB postseason

Every Playoff Team's October X-Factor ❌

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2026 Nationals draft pick likely to miss next season after recent suspension

The Washington Nationals are enjoying the offseason and everything that comes along with it. After a grueling 2026 season in which the team dealt with a ton of

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Keibert Ruiz saved his Washington Nationals career in 2026

After struggling for years, Keibert Ruiz was arguably the best redemption story on the Nationals this season

The 2026 MLB season is now in the rearview -- at least for the Nationals. While we've settled into the division series', the Nats are once again watching Octobe

What to make of the Nationals recording their lowest ballpark attendance since 2010

The Nationals had a similar record at home and on the road but the way they got there was bizarre

The Washington Nationals had funky home/road splits in 2026

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AFL Update: Oct. 5, 2026 - News and Notes on the Nationals Minor Leagues

The Rafters put up crooked numbers in 7th and 8th but fell two runs short, 6-4 on Sunday night. In what may very well be the norm this fall, just two Nationals appeared in the game: ● Teo Banks batted eighth and started in RF. He went 0-for-3 at the plate and had no defensive

James Wood took a step forward but he still faced familiar issues in the second half of the season

James Wood’s season followed a familiar pattern for the Washington Nationals

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AFL Update: Oct. 4, 2026 - News and Notes on the Nationals Minor Leagues

Jarlin Susana came as advertised in a 9-4 win by the Salt River Rafters over the Glendale Desert Dogs. Susana's fastball velo was like your boss's golf game&mdah;consistently in the low 100's—but that came with some command issues early, as the 22-y.o. walked two of the the first three batters he faced before escaping the

Results, top highlights and more from every matchup Saturday 📲

MLB Division Series Game 1 Recap 🎬

As we look at the Nationals 2026 season, we see both good and bad. Today, however, I am choosing to look upon the good. What that pertains to exactly is hitting

5 Nationals hitters who reached No. 1 in surprising advanced MLB ranking

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The State of the Nationals Farm - News and Notes on the Nationals Minor Leagues

It's been about three years since I last did this post and some things have changed. For starters, there's a new a general manager and a new field manager. The former is important, the latter is not, at least not in terms of what this site is focused on. The wish for a star I

How every MLB team did in first season with system 📲

ABS Challenge Success Rate 📈

Dylan Crews has not lived up to the hype through 3 seasons, but is there still reason to believe he can?

What’s Next For Dylan Crews?

While the 2026 season might be over for the Washington Nationals, rooting interest should not stop there for fans of the organization. Luckily, one of the Natio

3 former Nationals players you didn't realize were in the 2026 MLB Postseason

Predicting winners in postseason's next round 📲

MLB Divisional Round Picks 🔮

Rob Manfred won't pursue idea after doing 'due diligence' (The Athletic)

MLB Rules Out Grand Teton Game

The best fits for Philly's star second baseman 📲

Luis Arraez Landing Spots 📍

Breaking down notable highlights and lowlights of Washington's 2026 season 📲

Every MLB Team's Biggest Surprise and Disappointment ⚾

I wanted to examine how the Nationals did in the first year of the ABS challenge system

Taking a look at how the Washington Nationals fared using the ABS challenge system

Luis Garcia Jr., Bryce Harper and Erick Fedde are among the former Nationals to have big moments early in the playoffs

Former Washington Nationals are already making a big impact in the postseason

Why the Nationals should pursue both of the Cubs' top free agents ➡️

Kevin Gausman, Shota Imanaga's Top Suitors 🛬

The Washington Nationals might be at home on the couch watching the the 2026 MLB Postseason unfold like the rest of us, but that doesn't mean that things aren't

Veteran Nationals catcher declares free agency after not appearing in majors in 2026

3 out of 4 matchups officially set. Results and top highlights from each Wednesday game 📲

Wild Card Game 2 Slate Recap ✍️

The Nats cannot afford to build the bullpen on the margins again. They need a heavy hitter at the back end

Paul Toboni and the Washington Nationals need to find an elite reliever to spearhead the bullpen

The 2026 MLB season has come and gone. It was an eventful year for the Washington Nationals, with Luis García Jr. hitting over 20 home runs before being traded

The eye-popping Statcast data behind James Wood's strong 2026 campaign

Unlike others, Brady House took a moderate step forward but there’s still plenty of gas in the tank for the 23 year old

Brady House took a step forward in 2026 for the Nationals but the best is yet to come

MLB Postseason Buzz 👂

🎯 Wild Card picks 👀 Manager situations 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Results and top highlights from all of Tuesday's matchups 📲

Wild Card Game 1 Slate Recap ✍️

The Nationals offense was a force to be reckoned with this season getting production from all over the place in 2026

The Washington Nationals offense blasted past all expectations this season

The Washington Nationals officially concluded their 2026 season with 77 wins, exceeding any total they have had in over half a decade. In fact, there are a lot

Jarlin Susana impresses with easy high velocity in Triple-A Championship game

Analyzing which squads have the best chance to beat reigning champions 📲

5 Teams That Can Dethrone the Dodgers

CJ Abrams will be the first player we grade this offseason. The Nats infielder had a monster year at the plate

CJ Abrams had a career year for the Washington Nationals in 2026

The Washington Nationals offense had a great year. The N has been ranked near the top of most major offensive categories all season. Even after trading Luis Gar

Is it time to worry about James Wood's second half struggles?

Average time to play nine innings up nearly 4 minutes from last year (AP)

ABS Increased MLB Game Times ➕

This was a true step forward season for the Nats. I reflected on year 1 under Blake Butera and Paul Toboni

The 2026 Washington Nationals had a season to be proud of

Where the top offenses stand going into October ➡️

Ranking Postseason Starting Lineups 🔢

The Washington Nationals have officially wrapped up the 2026 season. After a year that was both entertaining and embarrassing at different points, the players c

Andrés Chaparro caps impressive second half as Nationals take final series over Mets

Thanks to the Red Wings' award-winning playoff run, the Washington Nationals' minors and majors seasons ended just a day apart.

And Now We Wait…

How the Nationals finished out the year 📲

Final Regular Season Power Rankings 📊

Phillies grab final Wild Card spot. Astros take AL West. Full recap here 📲

Last Day of Regular Season 🔥

😱 Astros on wrong end of history 🔔 Phillies taking on Braves 📲 Recap of final day

🚨 MLB Playoff Bracket SET 🔒

Standings after Phillies clinch, Astros win division 📲

Playoff Field Finalized ♨️

Round-by-round picks with bracket set 📲

MLB Playoff Predictions 🔮

Mets vs. Nationals (09/27/2026)

Full highlights from Washington Nationals' 6-4 win vs. New York Mets 🎥

Last week, Washington D.C. mayor Muriel Bowser announced plans to introduce new legislation that would allocate $380 million for renovations, and ongoing mainte

DC Mayor introduces bill including $380 million renovation to Nationals Park

Connelly Early managed to get on the mound for the Washington Nationals and made a strong first impression

Connelly Early is back in his place of peace on a big league mound

The Washington Nationals are headed into Game 162 against the New York Mets with a chance to clinch a 77 win season for the first time in the decade of the 2020

Nationals' season finale start time moved up to beat inclement weather on Sunday

Team Yesterday Today Pitching Probables Rochester Lost, 5-3 (10 inn.) END OF SEASON N/A Oklahoma City 5 Rochester 3 (10 inn.) • Cebert 2IP, 1H, 0R, 1BB, 2K • Yean (BS, 1) ⅔ IP, 2H, 2R, 2ER, 1BB, 1K, WP • Beeter (L, 1-1) 3BF, 1H, 3R, 2ER, 2BB, 0K • Pineda 3-5, 2B, RBI

Rochester Loses AAA National Championship

CJ Abrams reached the 30-30 mark very recently. Nasim Nunez broke the Nationals team record for stolen bases. It has been a wonderful final wrap-up of the seaso

Nationals speedsters CJ Abrams and Nasim Nuñez rounding out 2026 with historic feats

Mets vs. Nationals (09/26/2026)

Full highlights from New York Mets' 7-1 win vs. Washington Nationals 🎥

The Washington Nationals have just 2 games remaining, but if they finish out both games on a high note, they would have the opportunity to finish with a pretty

Connelly Early slated for Nationals debut today after successful rehab assignment

With the win last night, the Nats clinched 4th place and pushed the big money Mets into last place

The Washington Nationals officially avoid a last place finish

The Rochester Red Wings (Nationals) face the Oklahoma City Comets (Dodgers) in the specious, one-game Triple-A National Championship

Saturday's News and Notes on the Nationals Minor Leagues

The Washington Nationals have just 3 final games remaining in the 2026 season at the major league level, and it has been a season filled with tons of ups and do

Nationals' Triple-A affiliate set to play for International League Championship

Mets vs. Nationals (09/25/2026)

Full highlights from Washington Nationals' 7-6 win vs. New York Mets 🎥

The season finale is upon us as the Nats take on NL East rival Mets this weekend

Washington Nationals final chapter of 2026 season comes with 3 games against Mets

Jorbit Vivas is not amazing but I think he has been a little bit over-hated this season by Nationals fans

Jorbit Vivas has not been that bad for the Washington Nationals

The 2026 season is coming to an end for the Washington Nationals over this weekend. With just 3 games remaining for the club, the Nationals are eager to stack a

Baseball America names Eli Willits Nationals' 2026 minor league player of the year

The Washington Nationals AAA affiliate won a league title. This is a sign of the progress the new regime is making

The Rochester Red Wings win their first International League title since 1997

Where James Wood stands as one of the top players at the position 📲

B/R's Undisputed MLB Outfielder Rankings 🔢

The Rochester Red Wings defeated the Memphis Red Birds to win the International League Championship and advance to the AAA National Championship

Rochester Wins International League Championship

With Andres Chaparro, Yohandy Morales and Abimelec Ortiz, the Nationals have a first base puzzle to solve

The Washington Nationals have an interesting decision to make at first base next season

Summarizing how the Nationals performed with a notable fact 📲

1 Stat for Every Team's 2026 Season 🔢

Bleacher Report

Ranking MLB's 10 Greatest Postseason Runs Since 2000 🏆

Looking back on the Nationals team that went on an epic playoff journey ➡️

Latest predictions for top stars available this offseason 📲

Updated MLB Free Agency Rumors 👂

Selecting the winners for every accolade in the AL and NL ➡️

2026 MLB Awards Picks 🏆

The Memphis Redbirds pummeled the Rochester Red Wings to force a winner-take-all Game Three in the International League Championship Series

Memphis Pummels Rochester to Force Deciding Game Three

A big swing by Yohandy Morales and quality work from the bullpen helped the Nats pick up another series win

Yohandy Morales and the bullpen give the Washington Nationals their 75th win of the season

Nationals vs. Tigers (09/23/2026)

Full highlights from Washington Nationals' 4-2 win vs. Detroit Tigers 🎥

MLB Final Week Chaos ♨️

👂 Latest on Judge, Ohtani 👀 Tightest playoff races 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Yordan's triple crown bid, Miz chasing history. Numbers to watch down the stretch 📲

MLB Season Stat Leaders 🔢

The Nats are skipping Cade Cavalli’s last start of the season and I have mixed feelings about the decision

My thoughts on the Washington Nationals shutting down Cade Cavalli

The Washington Nationals bounced back from a blowout loss to the Detroit Tigers on Monday night with a spotlight performance from CJ Abrams. Last night, the Nat

Cade Cavalli's breakout 2026 season comes to surprising end for Nationals

The Rochester Red Wings defeated the Memphis RedBirds in Game One of the International League Championship Series. Plus, the latest transactions

Rochester Takes Game 1 of the I.L. Championship Series

Nationals vs. Tigers (09/22/2026)

Full highlights from Washington Nationals' 3-1 win vs. Detroit Tigers 🎥

After a 2025 offseason in which the Washington Nationals overhauled a ton of different things and processes within their organization, the club is back at it ag

Nationals poach new international scouting director from Astros after scouting misses

Cayden Wallace is yet another hitter who has found new life under Paul Toboni and the Nats new front office

Cayden Wallace’s breakout season has put him back on the map for Washington Nationals

Biggest storylines that will decide how the playoff field shakes out 📲

Everything at Stake in Final Week 🌡️

James Wood’s production has fallen off a cliff for a second straight season. I took a look at three possible factors

James Wood has struggled down the stretch again for the Washington Nationals

Breaking down who has been the biggest letdown for the Nationals ➡️

The Worst Player on Every Team of 2026 Season 😞

The Red Wings, AAA affiliate of the Nationals, face off against the RedBirds, the AAA affiliate of the Cardinals, in the International League Championship

Tuesday's News and Notes on the Nationals Minor Leagues

Where the Nationals stand as they finish out the season ➡️

MLB Power Rankings Entering Final Week 🔢

Nationals vs. Tigers (09/21/2026)

Full highlights from Detroit Tigers' 9-2 win vs. Washington Nationals 🎥

As a prospect, CJ Abrams wasn’t seen as a potential 30 home run hitter, but the Nats star has made that part of his game

Nationals star CJ Abrams has developed into a much bigger power threat than scouts expected

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2 possible offseason extension candidates for the Washington Nationals

On Friday, the Washington Nationals and RHP Cade Cavalli agreed to a four-year extension with a club option for 2031. This is a great sign for Nats fans, as it

DJ Herz is pitching in a big league game for the first time since 2024. This is what the 25 year old is all about

What to expect from DJ Herz’s return to the Washington Nationals

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Promising Nationals lefty to return from IL on Monday for first start since 2024

The Washington Nationals finished off a solid weekend series against the St. Louis Cardinals by dropping a tough one yesterday afternoon. It was yet another opp

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Rochester Wins 2nd Half International League Title

The Rochester Red Wings slugged their way to a 15-8 triumph to win the International League's second-half title and advance to the LCS

No seeds locked in yet. Projecting the bracket with 1 week to go 📲

New MLB Playoff Predictions 🔮

Nationals vs. Cardinals (09/20/2026)

Full highlights from St. Louis Cardinals' 5-3 win vs. Washington Nationals 🎥

The Nats pulled off a gritty win but we also saw bullpen woes and Blake Butera benching a star player

The Washington Nationals had a roller coaster of a win last night that showed good and bad

1 Move each squad wishes they could make this season

Trade Ideas for Every Team 💡

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Sunday's News and Notes on the Nationals Minor Leagues

It all comes down to this: If the Rochester Red Wings win or the Syracuse Mets lose on Sunday, September 20, Washington's AAA affiliate makes the playoffs

Nationals vs. Cardinals (09/19/2026)

Full highlights from Washington Nationals' 8-5 win vs. St. Louis Cardinals 🎥

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Predicting the next contract extension the Nationals will give out

For the first time since 2023, the Washington Nationals have signed a player to a contract extension. On Friday, the Nationals finalized a deal with ace right-h

Four players who could be next in line to make a commitment to the Washington Nationals

Nationals players who could soon be in line for Cade Cavalli-like extension

Between Cade Cavalli’s extension, Josiah Gray’s return and several milestones, yesterday was a special day for the Nats

Yesterday was the best day for the Washington Nationals in a long time

B/R's top prospect performers of MiLB season for every squad ➡️

Minor League POY For Every Team 🏆

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Saturday's News and Notes on the Nationals Minor Leagues

The Red Wings were bitch-slapped by the Bisons to stop a two-game winning streak, but did not lose ground as the Indians were beaten in extras

Nationals vs. Cardinals (09/18/2026)

Full highlights from Washington Nationals' 9-1 win vs. St. Louis Cardinals 🎥

CJ Abrams Joins 30/30 Club 💨

Only the 3rd player in franchise history to accomplish feat 🎥