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HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 30: Manager Dave Martinez #4 of the Washington Nationals hoists the Commissioners Trophy after defeating the Houston Astros 6-2 in Game Seven to win the 2019 World Series in Game Seven of the 2019 World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 30, 2019 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

How the Houston Astros punishment affects the Washington Nationals

Max Rayman
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MLB Issues Historic and Convenient Punishments

With Spring Training a month away, still no sign of a Zimmerman deal

The Washington Nationals agree to arbitration deals with all six players.

WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 14: Juan Soto #22 of the Washington Nationals celebrates with Victor Robles #16 and Michael A. Taylor #3 after the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Nationals Park on June 14, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Nationals Outfield Depth Offers Intriguing Options

The Jim Rat
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WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 7: Starting pitcher Joe Ross #41 of the Washington Nationals throws to a Chicago Cubs batter in the first inning at Nationals Park on September 7, 2018 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Looking at who should be the Nationals fifth starter

Max Rayman
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COOPERSTOWN, NY - JULY 29: The podium is seen at Clark Sports Center during the Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony on July 29, 2018 in Cooperstown, New York. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

Hall of Fame Ballot: Part 1

The Jim Rat
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SAN DIEGO, CA - AUGUST 17: Ryan Zimmerman #11 of the Washington Nationals hits a solo home run during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres at PETCO Park on August 17, 2017 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Denis Poroy/Getty Images)

After a spree of signings, the Washington Nationals sit at a crossroads

Max Rayman
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WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 26: Carter Kieboom #8 of the Washington Nationals celebrates after hitting a home run against the San Diego Padres during the eighth inning of his major league debut at Nationals Park on April 26, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

The Carter Kieboom Conundrum

The Jim Rat
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WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 25: Fernando Rodney #56 of the Washington Nationals comes out of the bullpen against the Houston Astros during the sixth inning in Game Three of the 2019 World Series at Nationals Park on October 25, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

A bullpen that was once a liability now looks promising for Washington

Max Rayman
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WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 01: Eric Thames #7 of the Milwaukee Brewers celebrates after scoring a home run against Max Scherzer #31 of the Washington Nationals during the second inning in the National League Wild Card game at Nationals Park on October 01, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Eric Thames Adds a World of Experience

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WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 20: Sean Doolittle #62 of the Washington Nationals comes in the from the bullpen cart when comes in game in the ninth inning during a baseball game against the New York Mets at Nationals Park on September 20, 2018 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)

Bullpen Still Has Questions

The Jim Rat
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 24: Starlin Castro #13 of the Miami Marlins looks on during the third inning of their game against the New York Mets at Citi Field on September 24, 2019 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)

Castro Adds To Nats

The Jim Rat
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WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 02: Anibal Sanchez #19, Stephen Strasburg #37 and Gerardo Parra #88 of the Washington Nationals celebrate during a parade to celebrate the Washington Nationals World Series victory over the Houston Astros on November 2, 2019 in Washington, DC. This is the first World Series win for the Nationals in 95 years. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

Washington Nationals bring back Stephen Strasburg on record deal

Jake Mastroianni
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WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 14: Stephen Strasburg #37, Kurt Suzuki #28, Ryan Zimmerman #11, Anthony Rendon #6 and Howie Kendrick #47 of the Washington Nationals meet on the mound during the seventh inning of game three of the National League Championship Series at Nationals Park on October 14, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

6 biggest questions for Nationals entering the offseason

Jake Mastroianni
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HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 30: Manager Dave Martinez #4 of the Washington Nationals hoists the Commissioners Trophy after defeating the Houston Astros 6-2 in Game Seven to win the 2019 World Series in Game Seven of the 2019 World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 30, 2019 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Nationals World Series: Reliving the greatest postseason run of all-time

Jake Mastroianni
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HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 23: Stephen Strasburg #37 of the Washington Nationals delivers the pitch against the Houston Astros during the third inning in Game Two of the 2019 World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 23, 2019 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Nationals: Stephen Strasburg wins World Series MVP

Jake Mastroianni
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HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 30: Max Scherzer #31 of the Washington Nationals delivers the pitch against the Houston Astros during the second inning in Game Seven of the 2019 World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 30, 2019 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

World Series: Takeaways from Nationals historic Game 7 win

Jake Mastroianni
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HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 30: Juan Soto #22 of the Washington Nationals celebrates as he rounds the bases on a home run by Howie Kendrick (not pictured) against the Houston Astros during the seventh inning in Game Seven of the 2019 World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 30, 2019 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

World Series: Nationals end magical season with comeback win in Game 7

Jake Mastroianni
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CINCINNATI, OH - JUNE 02: Max Scherzer #31 of the Washington Nationals talks to Kurt Suzuki #28 in the dugout following the eighth inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on June 2, 2019 in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Nationals won 4-1. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

World Series: Nationals Game 7 lineup and keys to winning

Jake Mastroianni
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WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 29: Max Scherzer #31 of the Washington Nationals watches the game in the ninth inning against the Cleveland Indians at Nationals Park on September 29, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)

Nationals World Series: All hands on deck with title on the line in Game 7

Jake Mastroianni
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HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 29: Trea Turner #7 of the Washington Nationals is called out on runner interference for colliding with Yuli Gurriel #10 of the Houston Astros during the seventh inning in Game Six of the 2019 World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 29, 2019 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

Nationals World Series: Trying to make sense of controversial interference call in Game 6

Jake Mastroianni
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HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 29: Juan Soto #22 of the Washington Nationals tosses the bat toward first base coach Tim Bogar #24 (not pictured) after hitting a solo home run against the Houston Astros during the fifth inning in Game Six of the 2019 World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 29, 2019 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

World Series: 3 Takeaways from Nationals dramatic Game 6 win

Jake Mastroianni
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WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 25: Max Scherzer #31 of the Washington Nationals looks on prior to Game Three of the 2019 World Series against the Houston Astros at Nationals Park on October 25, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

World Series: Nationals Game 6 lineup and injury updates

Jake Mastroianni
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Stephen Strasburg (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images)

Nationals: Reasons for and against Stephen Strasburg opting out

Jake Mastroianni
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HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 23: Stephen Strasburg #37 of the Washington Nationals delivers the pitch against the Houston Astros during the third inning in Game Two of the 2019 World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 23, 2019 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

World Series Game 6: Nationals turn to Stephen Strasburg with season on line

Jake Mastroianni
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WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 27: The Washington Nationals look on against the Houston Astros during the ninth inning in Game Five of the 2019 World Series at Nationals Park on October 27, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

World Series: Despite Game 5 loss, Nationals have clear path to victory

Jake Mastroianni
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HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 22: Max Scherzer #31 of the Washington Nationals walks off the field after pitching during the first inning against the Houston Astros in Game One of the 2019 World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 22, 2019 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Nationals World Series Game 5: Joe Ross to start for injured Max Scherzer

Jake Mastroianni
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