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The Nationals are at a crossroads, still feeling the effects of an offseason that left their bullpen in shambles while their former players drift off to Boston. As Grapefruit League action approaches, the urgency for improvement looms large over this young squad.
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1 problem area the Nationals should have addressed this offseason
The Nationals new front office group is coming off their first offseason with a mostly similar roster. The team also missed a golden opportunity to bring in reliable veteran rebullpen help.
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Pair of former temporary Nationals infielders claimed off waivers by Red Sox
This pair of former Nationals infielders were claimed off waivers by the Boston Red Sox, marking an end to their illustrious tenures in the Nation's Capital with the Nationals.
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Washington Nationals top pick Eli Willits added needed strength this offseason
Last July, the Washington Nationals made Eli Willits the youngest first overall pick ever. With more famous prospects like Ethan Holiday and LSU ace Kade Anderson available, it was a bit of a risky pick. However, after a strong pro debut, Willits’ stock is higher than it was on draft day. Despite ranking behind Holiday […]
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Nationals Cade Cavalli Is Working On A New Pitch That Could Change The Game For Him
Cade Cavalli made his long-awaited return to the big league mound in August 2025, and in his 48.2 innings pitched, he flashed brilliance, posting a 95th percentile chase rate, 95th percentile barrel rate, and 93rd percentile groundball rate. Outside of a disastrous outing against the Yankees in August, where he allowed 7 earned runs over […]
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Nats get a change of scenery with workout at fully equipped stadium
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- The Nationals don’t play their first Grapefruit League game until Feb. 21. But on Friday afternoon, they were already taking live batting practice in the stadium of CACTI Ballpark of the Palm Beaches.
This Spring Training, the stadium is now fully equipped to provide data
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Veteran Mikolas excited to lead (and learn from) young Nats staff
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- The Nationals’ starting rotation was in need of veteran experience. Just down the road, a two-time All-Star was a free agent preparing for his 11th Major League season.
It was a fit for the Nats and right-hander Miles Mikolas, who signed a one-year contract on
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