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Nationals Promote Power Hitter Morales and Lefty Simpson for September Expansion

The Washington Nationals promoted corner infielder Yohandy Morales and left-handed pitcher Jared Simpson to the major leagues on September 1, 2026, as rosters expanded to 28 players. Morales, a 24-year-old second-round pick, earned the call-up after hitting 25 home runs and 76 RBIs with a .286/.363/.519 line in Triple-A. Simpson, a 26-year-old eighth-round pick, joined after posting a 2.30 ERA and 73 strikeouts across 58 2/3 innings in the minors. Both players debuted immediately, with Morales going 3-for-5 and Simpson earning a win with three scoreless innings.

via Federal Baseball|

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Nationals Rookies Morales and Simpson Steal Show in 9-5 Win Over Braves

The Washington Nationals defeated the Atlanta Braves 9-5 on September 2, 2026, in a game defined by the debut performances of two rookies. Yohandy Morales hit a home run in his first major league plate appearance, while Jared Simpson pitched three scoreless innings to secure the win. The Braves' offense struggled to capitalize on early opportunities, and their pitching staff, led by AJ Smith-Shawver, allowed five earned runs in four innings. This loss widened the Braves' lead in the NL East to 3.5 games over the Philadelphia Phillies.

via Battery Power|

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Nationals Promote Lefty Jared Simpson for September Call-Up

The Washington Nationals selected the contract of left-handed pitcher Jared Simpson on September 1, 2026, marking his first major league call-up. Simpson, a 26-year-old former Iowa Hawkeye, joins the roster as part of the September expansion, filling a bullpen role. The move required transferring catcher Drew Millas to the 60-day injured list to create a 40-man roster spot. Simpson has posted a 2.30 ERA and a 28.9% strikeout rate in the minors this season, though command issues remain a concern. He is the seventh player in head coach Rick Heller’s tenure at Iowa to reach the majors.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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