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Mar 29, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Washington Nationals left fielder Joey Wiemer (21) hits a three-run home run during the first inning against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

3 unexpected Nationals making an early impact in 2026

Jackson Lynch

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12:04 PM EDT

James Wood continues to be a true anomaly despite his hot start for the Nationals

Jack McGuire

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Apr 26, 2026

Can the Nationals maintain their surprising roll to begin the 2026 season?

Luke Warner

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Apr 26, 2026

Nationals bring up unheralded breakout pitching prospect for MLB debut on Friday

Bennett Lehmann

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Apr 24, 2026

Feb 23, 2025; West Palm Beach, Florida, USA; Washington Nationals right fielder Dylan Crews (3) reaches third base after hitting a triple against the New York Mets during the second inning at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Checking in on Dylan Crews and his potential return after one month in Rochester

Thomas Carelli

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Apr 24, 2026

Apr 17, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals starting pitcher Zack Littell (18) pitches against the San Francisco Giants during the twelfth inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

The lingering issue behind Zack Littell's maddening inconsistency for the Nationals

Bennett Lehmann

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Apr 23, 2026

Apr 21, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals pitcher Clayton Beeter (39) celebrates with Nationals catcher Drew Millas (14) after the final out against the Atlanta Braves at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Why one of the Nationals' best relievers is due for negative regression

AJ Stone

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Apr 23, 2026

Jun 18, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Miami Christian School shortstop Ronny Cruz during the MLB Draft Combine at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

19-year-old Nationals shortstop phenom shines in first game at High-A after promotion

Bennett Lehmann

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Apr 22, 2026

Drew Millas, once one of the better defensive catchers in the minors, has made the Nationals question their roster construction through the first month of play.

Breaking down the Nationals' ongoing issues at catcher

JJ Phillips

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Apr 21, 2026

MLB Washington Nationals pitcher Julian Fernandez

Nationals recall flamethrowing righty as pitching shuffle continues

Bennett Lehmann

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Apr 21, 2026

Apr 19, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals third baseman Brady House (12) reaches first base ahead of a diving tag by San Francisco Giants third baseman Casey Schmitt (10) as Giants starting pitcher Robbie Ray (38) looks on during the first inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

3 takeaways from the Nationals' surprisingly positive start to the 2026 season

Luke Warner

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Apr 20, 2026

May 12, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Washington Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz (20) celebrates with teammates after scoring a run against the Atlanta Braves in the ninth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

3 Nationals who must step up quickly as early concerns continue to arise

Jackson Lynch

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Apr 20, 2026

Apr 11, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Washington Nationals left fielder Joey Wiemer (21) prepares to take batting practice before a game against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

Judging the sustainability of Joey Wiemer's breakout start for the Nationals

Jack McGuire

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Apr 18, 2026

Apr 16, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams (5) and second baseman Nasim Nuñez (right) celebrate after defeating the Pittsburgh Pirates I ten innings at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Zack Littell suffers first disaster outing as Nationals lose series opener to Giants

Bennett Lehmann

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Apr 18, 2026

Feb 16, 2026; West Palm Beach, FL, USA; Washington Nationals pitcher Mitchell Parker (70) plays catch during spring training at CACTI Park of The Palm Beaches. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

1 pitcher who deserves an opportunity to break into the Nationals starting rotation

Bennett Lehmann

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Apr 17, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets pitcher Richard Lovelady (55) delivers a pitch against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the eleventh inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Nationals bring back familiar face from NL East rival in under-the-radar trade

Thomas Carelli

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Apr 17, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams (5) is congratulated by teammates after scoring a run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the fourth inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images

3 Nationals players who could position themselves to earn long-term extensions

Bennett Lehmann

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Apr 16, 2026

Apr 11, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Washington Nationals right fielder Daylen Lile (4), center fielder Jacob Young (30) and left fielder Joey Wiemer (21) celebrate a 3-1 win over the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

2 Nationals early-season trends we believe in, 2 that might be mirages

AJ Stone

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Apr 16, 2026

Feb 19, 2026; West Palm Beach, FL, USA; Washington Nationals pitcher Ken Waldichuk (52) throws a pitch during spring training workouts at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images

Nationals become latest victim of former Yankees top pitching prospect's sad downfall

Bennett Lehmann

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Apr 15, 2026

Apr 10, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams (5) drives in a run with a base hit in the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

CJ Abrams staying in DC will determine the Nationals' future chances of winning

Jeremy Hasson

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Apr 15, 2026

The Nationals offense, powered by James Wood, is thriving in 2026.

James Wood takes home NL Player of the Week honors after powering Nationals

JJ Phillips

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Apr 14, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Washington Nationals pitcher Ken Waldichuk (52) pitches against the Chicago Cubs during the sixth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images

Nationals continue bullpen shuffle as pair of relievers hit the 15-day IL

Bennett Lehmann

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Apr 14, 2026

Apr 11, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams (5) gets a hit against the Milwaukee Brewers in the fourth inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

CJ Abrams is emerging as the ultimate savior for the 2026 Nationals

Luke Warner

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Apr 13, 2026

Apr 10, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Washington Nationals pitcher Jake Irvin (27) throws a pitch in the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

This Nationals' starter is drastically improved in 2026 despite middling stats

Jack McGuire

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Apr 13, 2026

Apr 7, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals right fielder Daylen Lile (4) looses his helmet while sprinting to third base against the St. Louis Cardinals during the fifth inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images

Nationals not yet talking extension with this young star outfielder

Bennett Lehmann

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Apr 11, 2026

Apr 2, 2016; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Nationals first base coach Davey Lopes (15) in the dugout against the Minnesota Twins during the sixth inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images

Nationals mourn death of beloved former first base coach after recent passing

Bennett Lehmann

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Apr 11, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Washington Nationals pitcher Miles Mikolas (36) pitches against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images

This Nationals pitcher has proven to be a disastrous free agency signing

Thomas Carelli

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Apr 10, 2026

Apr 7, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals relief pitcher Cole Henry (99) throws a pitch against the St. Louis Cardinals during the tenth inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images

Breaking down the all-too-familiar cause of the Nationals’ latest series defeat

AJ Stone

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Apr 9, 2026

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