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The latest Washington Nationals rumors — trades, free agency, extensions, and front-office buzz — filtered from beat writers and league-wide coverage, refreshed all day. Updated August 31, 2026.

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Nationals Release Trevor Williams

The Nationals released veteran righty Trevor Williams yesterday after he passed through waivers unclaimed, per the team’s transaction log at MLB.com. Washing…

Andres Chaparro is becoming more than a platoon bat for the Washington Nationals

In the beginning of the season, the Nationals had a platoon first baseman who did so well he earned himself everyday reps. Of course, that was Curtis Mead, w…

The Washington Nationals have hit rock bottom

Every game not started by Cade Cavalli has just become constant pain and misery. Last night, the team stooped to a low, losing 13-1 against the 52-81 Colorad…

Washington Nationals call up fire-baller Luis Perales to make MLB debut

The Luis Perales for Jake Bennett trade has been a major talking point among the fanbase this season. We have seen Bennett have success in Boston, while Pera…

Matt Waldron to debut for Nationals against visiting Rockies

Newly acquired right-hander Matt Waldron will make his Nationals debut when Washington hosts the Colorado Rockies in the third contest of a four-game

Nationals Designate Trevor Williams For Assignment

The Nationals announced today that right-hander Matt Waldron, who they recently claimed off waivers from the Blue Jays, has been added to the active roster. …

Former Nationals' offseason signing DFA'd again after quick stint with Diamondbacks

Former Washington Nationals righty Zack Littell is back on the market after a quick and unsuccessful stint with the Arizona Diamondbacks out west.

Nationals claim intriguing veteran knuckleballer off waivers from Blue Jays

The Washington Nationals went out and claimed righty knuckleballer Matt Waldron off waivers from the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday as the team searches for p…

Nationals Claim Matt Waldron

The Nationals announced that right-hander Matt Waldron was claimed off waivers from the Blue Jays.  Connelly Early was moved from the 15-day injured list to …

MLBTR Podcast: The Athletics’ Unclear Future, The Reds Without Hunter Greene, The Yankees’ Infield, And More!

The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as wel…

Nationals' new first base tandem continues to shine despite series sweep by Mets

The new first base duo of the Washington Nationals consisting of Abimelec Ortiz and Andres Chaparro has gotten off to a fantastic start since the Luis Garcia…

Nationals Release Miles Mikolas

Aug. 14: The Nationals have requested unconditional release waivers on Mikolas, per a club announcement. He’ll be a free agent once he clears. Aug. 12: The N…

3 Nationals that somehow survived the trade deadline, but really shouldn't have

These three players made it past the MLB trade deadline, and remain with the Nationals. Even if they really should not have. Who are they? Why are they still…

Nationals complete sweep of Reds in dominant fashion as new bullpen pieces shine

The Washington Nationals swept the Reds over this weekend in large part due to their outstanding bullpen, much improved from the days before the trade deadline.

Get to know the arms the Nationals received from the Luis García Jr. deadline trade

The Nationals acquired four pitchers from the New York Yankees when they traded Luis García Jr. Here's what you need to know about each of them.

Nationals claim sidearm hurler from Dodgers with outstanding numbers in minor leagues

The Washington Nationals claimed righty Wyatt Mills off waivers from the Los Angeles Dodgers earlier this week as the team searches for more bullpen help.

Nationals Release Zack Littell

August 7: The Nats announced that they have requested unconditional release waivers on Littell. August 5: The Nationals have designated righty Zack Littell f…

Nationals Claim Wyatt Mills

The Nationals announced that they have claimed right-hander Wyatt Mills off waivers from the Dodgers and optioned him to Triple-A Rochester. Fabian Ardaya of…

MLBTR Podcast: Trade Deadline Recap

The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as wel…

Nationals Place Joey Wiemer On Release Waivers

The Nationals announced Wednesday that outfielder Joey Wiemer has been placed on unconditional release waivers. Assuming he clears, he’ll be a free agent in …

Deadline season? The Washington Nationals trade deadline page has the countdown, buyer/seller outlook, and deadline-specific coverage.

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