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Monday, September 28, 2026
Andrés Chaparro caps impressive second half as Nationals take final series over Mets

The Washington Nationals clinched a final victory of the 2026 season as Andres Chaparro powered the team to a victory over the New York Mets, capping off a stellar second half.

The 2026 Washington Nationals had a season to be proud of

The book is now closed on the 2026 Washington Nationals season. They finished the season 77-85, making an 11 win improvement from last season. This was a true step forward season, but there is...

Sunday, September 27, 2026
Washington Nationals vs New York Mets Game Thread

This is it! The 2026 season ends for the Washington Nationals this afternoon. After this game against the Mets, the Nats enter a potentially longer than usual offseason. It has been a step forward...

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

Mayor Muriel Bowser has her sights set on major funding to the Nats' Navy Yard Home as Nationals Park seeks major upgrades for the first time in a long time.

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

After the game, Connelly Early said the mound is a place of peace for him. For the first time in three months, Early was back in his happy place and on a big league mound. He may be wearing a...

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

The 2026 season for the Washington Nationals will come to an end slightly earlier than anticipated with the game being moved up due to bad weather.

Saturday, September 26, 2026
Nationals speedsters CJ Abrams and Nasim Nuñez rounding out 2026 with historic feats

CJ Abrams reached the 30-30 club, and Nasim Nuñez set a brand-new Nationals stolen base record in the final week of the Nationals' 2026 season.

Nationals cut ties with former Yankees pitching prospect

Washington clears space on the 40-man roster.

Connelly Early slated for Nationals debut today after successful rehab assignment

The Washington Nationals will finally get a look at Connelly Early, their prized trade deadline acquisition, for one final start before the end of the 2026 season.

Nationals Designate Chase Hampton For Assignment

The Nationals announced that right-hander Chase Hampton has been designated for assignment, and right-hander Luis Perales was optioned to Triple-A Rochester.  The two roster moves clear the way...

The Washington Nationals officially avoid a last place finish

The Washington Nationals will be staying out of last place in 2026! With the 7-6 win last night, the Nats officially secured 4th place in the division. While 4th place is obviously not the goal,...

Friday, September 25, 2026
Nationals To Activate Connelly Early From 60-Day IL

The Nationals are expected to reinstate lefty Connelly Early from the 60-day IL ahead of Saturday’s matchup against the Mets, per Mark Zuckerman of Nats Journal. Early will draw the start for his...

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

The Washington Nationals' AAA affiliate, the Rochester Red Wings, is playing for the Triple-A championship after winning the International League Championship last night.

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

In what has been a tumultuous season with plenty of exciting highs and crushing lows, the last series of 2026 is finally here. With just two games separating these two clubs for the 4th and 5th...

Jorbit Vivas has not been that bad for the Washington Nationals

Throughout this season, Jorbit Vivas has not exactly been a fan favorite. The 25 year old utility infielder has come under fire from the fanbase for several reasons. Between his struggles with...

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

2025 first overall pick Eli Willits has had a hot start to his career, he was named the 2026 Washington Nationals' minor league player of the year.

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

The Washington Nationals brought home a championship! Well, not exactly, but the organization did bring home some hardware yesterday. The Rochester Red Wings, the Nats AAA affiliate, won their...

Thursday, September 24, 2026
Nationals prospect Devin Fitz-Gerald has persevered despite a trying year on and off the field

Devin Fitz-Gerald is one of the more fascinating prospects in the Nationals system. The switch hitting infielder is the 5th ranked prospect in the system according to MLB Pipeline and 4th...

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

Entering 2027, there are going to be a few position battles to watch. There should be plenty of competition on the pitching staff in particular. However, one spot that intrigues me is the first...

Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Nats' Cavalli gets $4M bonus as part of deal

Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli will get a $4 million signing bonus as part of his new deal which will be shielded from losses from a possible lockout.

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

Since the Nats brutal west coast trip, the team has played very well to close out the season. They are 8-3 since that 7 game losing streak and got another series win this afternoon. The Nats...

Washington Nationals vs Detroit Tigers Game Thread

After last night’s rare low scoring win, the Nats are in position to claim a series win. This afternoon contest in Detroit will be the last road game of the season for the Nats. The boys will look...

MLBTR Podcast: Free Agent Power Rankings, Cade Cavalli’s Extension, And Likely Playoff Matchups

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 well! You can also use the player at this...

My thoughts on the Washington Nationals shutting down Cade Cavalli

With the season about to wrap up, the Washington Nationals have decided to shut down Cade Cavalli for the season. He only had one more scheduled start, but the Nats are going to close the book on...

MLB trends: Where did all the .300 hitters go? Plus the homer-happy Cubs and Cade Cavalli's glow-up

The 2026 regular season is finally in its last week and the playoffs are just around the corner

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

The Washington Nationals have decided to shut down ace righty Cade Cavalli, albeit on surprisingly great terms as he wraps up his breakout 2026 campaign.

Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Nationals poach new international scouting director from Astros after scouting misses

A brief look into the recent turbulence that's befallen the Washington Nationals international scouting department, and their new hire set to turn things around.

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

There have been all sorts of offensive breakouts throughout the Nationals organization. From Keibert Ruiz and Andres Chaparro at the big league level to Seaver King and Ronny Cruz in the minors,...

Nationals to release former 2nd-round pick after continued struggles at upper levels

The Washington Nationals have released a former highly drafted pitcher after consistent struggles following a promising rookie season out of the bullpen.

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

CJ Abrams’ second half struggles have been well documented at this point. However, James Wood’s slump has flown a bit under the radar. Part of that is due to the month he missed due to injury....

Tickets to Banana Bowl 2026: What to know about passes to Savannah Bananas Championship at Nationals Park

The Savannah Bananas are taking over Washington, DC, this October. Here's what to know about the Banana Bowl Championship at Nationals Park with ticket information, parking and event start time.

Monday, September 21, 2026
Nationals star CJ Abrams has developed into a much bigger power threat than scouts expected

In the 2019 MLB Draft, CJ Abrams was one of the most highly touted prospects. MLB Pipeline ranked him as the 4th overall prospect in that draft. However, he was not seen as being a monster power...

Nationals To Release Cole Henry

The Nationals announced Monday that they’ve requested unconditional release waivers on right-hander Cole Henry. His spot on the 40-man roster goes to left-hander DJ Herz, who has wrapped up his...

2 possible offseason extension candidates for the Washington Nationals

After extending righty Cade Cavalli, who are 2 other logical contract extension candidates the Washington Nationals could look to sign for the long haul?

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

Entering the 2025 season, the pitcher I was most excited about was DJ Herz. He was coming off a rookie season where he flashed immense upside and looked like a key cog in the Nats rotation. One of...

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

The Washington Nationals will return lefty DJ Herz from the Injured List to make his first start in the major leagues since the 2024 season after injuries.

Sunday, September 20, 2026
Nationals To Activate DJ Herz From 60-Day IL On Monday

The Nationals announced that left-hander DJ Herz will be activated off the 60-day injured list to start Monday’s game against the Tigers.  Left-hander Jared Simpson was optioned to Triple-A today...

Washington Nationals vs St. Louis Cardinals Game Thread

After a dramatic win last night, the Nats are in position to sweep the Cardinals this afternoon. The Nats have been playing good baseball since their 7 game losing streak. They will look to...

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

I am sure plenty of people were watching college football over the Nats last night. However, if you did not catch this game, you missed out on a crazy contest. The Nats pulled off a wild 8-5 win...

Saturday, September 19, 2026
Predicting the next contract extension the Nationals will give out

Who is most likely to be the next Washington Nationals' player to sign a contract extension with the franchise after Cade Cavalli's deal got finalized?

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

The recent news of the Nats extending breakout starter Cade Cavalli to a 4-year, $47 million extension is nothing but great news for Washington fans, and now many have their sights set on who the...

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

Yesterday was a fantastic day for the Washington Nationals. We got so many fun moments and milestones. The good vibes were flowing and the team was playing some good baseball. I wanted to break...

How the Nationals and Cardinals, two of MLB's biggest surprises in 2026, can speed up their rebuilds in 2027

Their surprise stories ended too early to be true playoff contenders this season, but these teams seem poised to compete sooner than later

Friday, September 18, 2026
Nats reward Cavalli with 4-year deal through '30

- Pitcher Cade Cavalli and the Washington Nationals agreed Friday to a four-year contract through the 2030 season, a deal that includes a team option for 2031.

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