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Spring training is officially here, and the Nationals kicked it off with a bang, winning both games in their split-squad action. The buzz of new faces and fresh starts is palpable as this franchise looks to build towards a brighter future.

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Nationals announce starting pitchers for 2026 spring training openers
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Nationals announce starting pitchers for 2026 spring training openers
The Washington Nationals have chosen both of their starting pitchers for Saturday as the franchise kicks off spring training with split-squad action.
3 veteran free still on the market the Nationals should consider signing
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3 veteran free still on the market the Nationals should consider signing
The Washington Nationals might be kicking off spring training today, but with the roster likely still not set, here's 3 free agents the team should look into signing.
Washington Nationals win both games in their return to action
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Washington Nationals win both games in their return to action
Baseball is back and the Washington Nationals have come out on top not once, but twice. The team had a split squad double header today, where half the group went to Jupiter to face the Cardinals, while the rest of the team stayed in West Palm Beach to play the Astros. Both teams won, with […]
Top pick Willits' maturity shines in Major League Spring Training debut
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Top pick Willits' maturity shines in Major League Spring Training debut
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – In the first game of Spring Training, the Nationals got a look at the first overall pick in the 2025 Draft. Eighteen-year-old shortstop Eli Willits, ranked by MLB Pipeline as the Nationals’ top prospect and MLB’s No. 13 overall, was called up from Minor League
Abrams tuning out trade rumors with help of new skipper
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Abrams tuning out trade rumors with help of new skipper
WEST PALM BEACH – With baseball on the forefront of CJ Abrams’ mind this offseason, baseball chatter buzzed with his name in the background. The Nationals were entering a new phase with a revamped front office and coaching staff, and both Abrams and MacKenzie Gore were mentioned throughout the winter
Let’s overreact to a spring training game
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Let’s overreact to a spring training game
The Astros opened their spring training schedule with a 2-1 loss to the Nationals on Saturday afternoon in West Palm Beach. While no veterans were in action, Joe Espada’s lineup was littered with guys fighting to make the Opening Day roster, making the first half of the game somewhat interesting. Here are some notes and […]

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