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What to expect from Connelly Early when he comes back from injury
There has been a lot of uncertainty around Connelly Early since he arrived in DC. When Early joined the Nats he was injured, but was supposed to be back by mid-August. However, he suffered a set-back which put him on the shelf a little longer. Early is back now and is making his first rehab […]
Washington Nationals vs San Diego Padres Game Thread
The Nats suffered from familiar problems this weekend against the Dodgers, with the bullpen up to their usual tricks. However, they have a chance to bounce back and be spoilers against the Padres. The Friars are deep in the wild card hunt, but the Nats have a chance to put a dent in their playoff […]
Nats try to end their 4-game losing streak with 3 games against Padres
The hits keep on coming for the Nationals, dropping 3 close contests to the Los Angeles Dodgers in a series sweep. They’ve fallen to 11 games under .500, and desperately need to get things going again to have any sort of momentum heading into 2027. The bullpen continues its historically rough season, the offense has […]
Nasim Nunez is not a viable starting option for the Washington Nationals
This season, Nasim Nunez has had the chance to prove he can be an everyday player. While he showed some promise at times in the summer, he has failed in that mission. For most of this season, his flaws have been brutally exposed as he has been overplayed. Nunez has skills, but this is not […]
Washington Nationals vs Los Angeles Dodgers Game Thread
After a couple of close losses, the Nats are now looking to avoid a sweep. Earlier this year, the Nationals were excellent at avoiding sweeps but that has not been the case lately. Hopefully the boys can change that in this late night showdown. With a lefty on the mound, there are a few changes […]
Don’t Forget About DJ Herz
As Nats fans evaulate arms currently within the system who could contribute to their next competitive team, one intriguing name has largely faded from the conversation. DJ Herz has not pitched in the major leagues since 2024, but his successful rehabilitation should remind fans why he was once considered an important part of the Nats […]
The Washington Nationals are closing in on unwanted blown save history
The Washington Nationals did it again, and by it, I mean blowing another save. Last night, the Nats blew their 36th save of the season. That obviously leads the league, but is also only one off tying the all-time record. With about 20 games to go, it is very likely that the 2026 Nationals will […]
Washington Nationals vs Los Angeles Dodgers Game Thread
The Nats rallied late last night, but it was not enough. They will look to even this series with the mighty Dodgers tonight. It will not be easy, but the Nats do have an ace up their sleeve. That would be Cade Cavalli, who is on the mound. With a righty on the mound, the […]
The Washington Nationals recent homegrown bullpen additions are impressing early on
Unless you have been living under a rock this year, you would know that the Nationals bullpen has struggled. The unit has an ERA over 5 and has blown a mind boggling 35 saves. However, in the last couple weeks the Nats have called up three home grown relievers who have all gotten off to […]
Nationals ace Cade Cavalli has another chance to prove himself against elite opposition
Throughout his first full season in the big leagues, we have learned that Cade Cavalli loves a challenge. Whenever he squares off with the marquee teams in the league, Cavalli tends to have his best stuff. He will have an opportunity to do that again tonight against the Dodgers. Cavalli will be facing off with […]
Washington Nationals vs Los Angeles Dodgers Game Thread
After finally getting a day off, the Nats are back and have a tall task. They head to LA to square off with the mighty Dodgers. This will be a good challenge for a young squad. They are going to face off with the Lions of baseball. However, the Dodgers main man is not in […]
Washington Nationals face defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers in late-night West Coast play
The Nationals started the last month of the regular season the same way they began August, with 2 games against the Atlanta Braves. This time went a bit better than last, splitting the 2 instead of losing both. While they did drop the second game, they’ve been playing above .500 ball (6-4) across their last […]
The three players with the most to prove in September for the Washington Nationals
As we enter September, the Nationals are out of the playoff hunt. However, that does not mean these games are meaningless. There are three players whose future could be shaped by what they do this month. Dylan Crews, Harry Ford and Abimelec Ortiz all need strong finishes to the season to secure a spot on […]
The three Washington Nationals relievers who have locked down a spot in the 2027 bullpen
As we all know, the Nationals bullpen has been a mess. They have cycled through so many different options, with most being ineffective. The unit has blown a ludicrous 35 saves and their 5.02 bullpen ERA is the third worst in baseball. However, there are three relievers who have established themselves as keepers entering 2027. […]
Checking in on Chris Hacopian a month into his professional career
Almost two months ago, Paul Toboni made local product Chris Hacopian his first draft pick. He took the Maryland and Texas A&M slugger 11th overall thanks to his intriguing blend of hitting ability, plate discipline and raw power. About a month into Hacopian’s professional career, he has been as advertised for better or worse. Baseball […]
Washington Nationals drop the final game of a successful home stand
In the last game of a 16 day run where they played every day, the Nats did not have any juice. They came out flat before the rain delay and that continued when play resumed. However, given the context, it was a performance I can live with in a 162 game season. This was still […]
Washington Nationals vs Atlanta Braves Game Thread
After the new kids led the Nats to a 9-5 win last night, they have a chance for a mini sweep in this two game set against the Braves. It will not be easy, but the Nats are playing solid baseball lately and get a major weapon back. This has been a good home stand, […]
Yohandy Morales and Jared Simpson made quite the first impression for the Washington Nationals
Last night we saw two debuts and both went about as well as you could possibly imagine. Yohandy Morales and Jared Simpson were both thrown into the fire, but came out stronger. The two debutants helped lead the Nats to an uplifting win with their families in the crowd. Yohandy Morales is the bigger name […]
Washington Nationals vs Atlanta Braves Game Thread
After winning three out of four against the Marlins, the Nats homestand continues with another NL East matchup. The boys have a quick two game series against the Braves before a much needed off day. As we enter September, the Nats will have to dig deep and finish strong here. We are getting a new […]
This tool helped Erik Tolman become a flame-throwing big leaguer
When new Nationals reliever Erik Tolman pitches, you immediately notice a couple of things. The first is his upper 90’s velocity from the left side which has overwhelmed big league hitters so far. When you look down though, you see a black brace that goes up to the middle of his calf. That brace tells […]
Washington Nationals call up the powerful Yohandy Morales
The Nats are calling up one of the more intriguing hitters in their system. Yohandy Morales was the Nationals second round pick in the 2023 draft. After grinding his way through minors, the 24 year old is finally going to get his first look in the big leagues. It is tough to say this call […]
Miguel Sime Jr.’s meteoric rise awarded with Nationals’ MiLB accolade
With the Minor League Baseball season approaching its end as the calendar gets set to flip to September, fans, coaches, and analysts alike are beginning to fully evaluate the 2026 campaigns of prospects around the league. While there still are games to be played, the Washington Nationals, as of August 31st, have officially released their […]
Get the best of Federal Baseball on the new SB Nation app
It’s a big day for Federal Baseball. Today, the SB Nation app is live, and it’s the best way to follow the Nationals. You can download it by searching SB Nation for iOS or Android. A year ago we made some big changes to our community, including offering fewer ads and the addition of the […]
Washington Nationals vs Miami Marlins Game Thread
This series has already seen plenty of twists and turns. Now we are in for a grand finale of this four game set between the Nats and Marlins. After yesterday’s 9th inning meltdown, the Nats will look to bounce back and win three out of four. The Marlins are looking to salvage a split. CJ […]
Devin Fitz-Gerald Is Finding Himself Again At Double A Harrisburg
After a blazing hot start to Devin Fitz-Gerald’s Nationals career, in which he posted a 132 wRC+ and had a May as hot as any month ever from a Nats prospect, he earned a promotion to Double A in early June, simultaneously climbing many top 100 prospect lists. The hit tool looked as advertised, but […]
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