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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

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

AJ Stone

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Apr 23, 2026

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

Bennett Lehmann

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Apr 22, 2026

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

Mar 31, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood (29) hits an RBI double against the Philadelphia Phillies in the seventh inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Can James Wood break out of his slow start to this season?

Luke Warner

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Apr 7, 2026

Feb 20, 2026; Palm Beach County, FL, USA; Washington Nationals pitcher Andre Granillo (79) poses for a portrait during photo day at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Nationals option struggling reliever amid bullpen's continued struggles

Bennett Lehmann

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Apr 7, 2026

Sep 13, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals outfielder Dylan Crews (3) looks on during the third inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

When will Dylan Crews make his return to the Nationals?

Bennett Lehmann

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Apr 6, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Teoscar Hernandez (37) celebrates while rounding the bases after hitting a solo home run against Washington Nationals relief pitcher Clayton Beeter (L) during the ninth inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

3 takeaways from the Nationals’ brutal weekend sweep by the Dodgers

Jackson Lynch

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Apr 6, 2026

Jul 22, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers first round draft pick Gavin Fien throws out the ceremonial first pitch before the game against the Athletics at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Prized Nationals' offseason prospect addition added to MLB Top 100 Prospects list

Bennett Lehmann

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Apr 4, 2026

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