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Australian Fan Snags Mead's Homer in Guardians-Nationals Showdown
sports9 hours ago

Australian Fan Snags Mead's Homer in Guardians-Nationals Showdown

Washington defeated Cleveland 10-2 in a six-homer explosion, with Curtis Mead homering twice for the Nationals. An Australian fan wearing a Team Australia World Baseball Classic shirt—Jack Seiple—made an incredible one-handed catch on Mead’s homer to earn the souvenir. The game highlighted a rare Aussie-on-opponent moment, as Guardians’ Travis Bazzana and Mead played for separate teams—the first such matchup since 2017, and Mead’s 2026 World Baseball Classic ties noted in the story.

via Sports Illustrated|
#australia#baseball#guardians
Nationals Shorthanded as Jake Irvin Lands on 15-Day IL with Shoulder Strain
sports2 days ago

Nationals Shorthanded as Jake Irvin Lands on 15-Day IL with Shoulder Strain

The Washington Nationals placed right-hander Jake Irvin on the 15-day injured list with a throwing shoulder strain, promoting PJ Poulin from Triple-A. An MRI confirmed the strain; Irvin hopes to miss only the minimum 15 days. The rotation may be adjusted around an upcoming off-day, and Irvin’s 2026 line reads 5.23 ERA over 11 starts with a strong 25.4% strikeout rate.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#baseball#mlb#nationals
Braves Call Up JR Ritchie for Spot Start vs Nationals
sports1 month ago

Braves Call Up JR Ritchie for Spot Start vs Nationals

The Braves are promoting pitching prospect JR Ritchie to start tomorrow against the Washington Nationals, with Didier Fuentes optioned back to Triple-A Gwinnett and Carlos Carrasco called up to work in long relief. Ritchie has been Gwinnett’s top pitcher this season (3 runs allowed in 27 1/3 innings with a 26.2% strikeout rate) but has walked 13 and plunked 4, suggesting he’ll be an up-and-down depth piece this year. Baseball America ranks him as the Braves’ No. 2 prospect with a diverse four-pitch mix, including a 93-94 mph fastball, and the team is navigating bullpen needs ahead of an off day and upcoming weekend series.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#braves#jr-ritchie#mlb
Late-inning miscues doom Nationals in 12-inning loss to Giants
sports1 month ago

Late-inning miscues doom Nationals in 12-inning loss to Giants

Washington rallyes in the bottom of the ninth but can’t walk it off, falling 7-6 to the San Francisco Giants in 12 innings at Nationals Park. Late-inning mistakes and missed opportunities cost the Nationals, while Giants infielder Luis Arraez delivered the go-ahead run in the 12th as Washington’s young, inexperienced club looks to improve its late-game execution.

via The Washington Post|
#extra-innings#mlb-baseball#nationals
Nationals Opening Day Channel Shuffle Frustrates Fans
sports2 months ago

Nationals Opening Day Channel Shuffle Frustrates Fans

Opening Day access for Washington Nationals games was disrupted for many Verizon Fios customers when Nationals.TV appeared on a different, pricier tier under MLB’s new broadcast arrangement. Some fans were told to upgrade, others to wait for recalibration, and MLB declined to comment while the Nationals urged viewers to adjust subscriptions. The issue coincided with a 10-4 win over the Cubs and highlights broader tensions in local sports broadcasting amid cord-cutting and shifting rights deals.

via The New York Times|
#mlb-broadcast-rights#nationals#opening-day
Nationals Rally Past Cubs in 10-4 Opening Day Win
sports2 months ago

Nationals Rally Past Cubs in 10-4 Opening Day Win

Washington Nationals defeated the Chicago Cubs 10-4 on Opening Day at Wrigley Field, flipping a brief Cubs lead into a blowout after Cubs starter Matthew Boyd struggled in the fourth inning; the Cubs collected eight hits and six walks but couldn’t mount a late rally. Michael Busch reached base four times for Chicago (two doubles, a walk, an RBI) while Alex Bregman and Pete Crow-Armstrong contributed offensively. Washington’s offense seized the opportunity to build a commanding margin as the season gets underway.

via Bleacher Nation|
#box-score#cubs#mlb
Opening Day at Wrigley: Cubs Host Nationals in 3-Game Series Preview
sports2 months ago

Opening Day at Wrigley: Cubs Host Nationals in 3-Game Series Preview

Bleacher Nation previews the Cubs’ 2026 Opening Day three-game series vs. the Washington Nationals at Wrigley Field. The Cubs open with Matthew Boyd, then Cade Horton and Shota Imanaga, while the Nationals counter with Cade Cavalli, Miles Mikolas, and Jake Irvin. A notable subplot is Pete Crow-Armstrong’s vs. Miles Mikolas history. The piece also notes key injuries for both teams and confirms all three games will start at 1:20 PM CT, with Marquee Sports Network/The Score carrying the action.

via Bleacher Nation|
#cubs#nationals#opening-day
Nationals Sign Zack Littell to One-Year Deal with Mutual Option
sports2 months ago

Nationals Sign Zack Littell to One-Year Deal with Mutual Option

Washington reportedly agreed to sign right-hander Zack Littell to a one-year contract with a mutual option for 2027 (pending a physical), adding a veteran arm to a rotation that already features Miles Mikolas and other depth options; Littell’s recent Rays tenure showcased solid innings and controllable peripherals, giving the Nationals a potentially flexible piece for 2026 and, if productive, a possible deadline asset.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#mlb#nationals#pitching
Nationals Weigh Abrams and Young in Gore-Driven Shakeup
mlb4 months ago

Nationals Weigh Abrams and Young in Gore-Driven Shakeup

The Washington Nationals kicked off their offseason by trading Mackenzie Gore to the Rangers for a five-prospect package led by Gavin Fien and sending reliever Jose A. Ferrer to the Mariners for Harry Ford, signaling a rebuild. The club has also shopped shortstop CJ Abrams and center fielder Jacob Young, with Abrams potentially commanding a large return due to controllable years, while Young’s elite defense and affordable contract make him appealing to several teams. Speculated fits include the Royals, Giants, Red Sox, Mariners and Padres as Washington weighs its future pieces toward a contention window around 2028.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#cj-abrams#jacob-young#mackenzie-gore
Nationals Trade Gore as Market Heats Up, Weekend Fan Events Loom
mlb4 months ago

Nationals Trade Gore as Market Heats Up, Weekend Fan Events Loom

Three quick takeaways as the winter rumor mill heats up: the Nationals signal a rebuild by trading MacKenzie Gore to the Rangers for a prospect package headlined by Gavin Fien, with CJ Abrams and Jacob Young also in the mix as potential trade chips; with Gore and Freddy Peralta already off the board, the pool of tradable players narrows to depth pieces and position players like Kris Bubic, Brendan Donovan, and Isaac Paredes as teams weigh next moves; and teams are hosting fan events this weekend ahead of Spring Training, though weather forced cancellations for the Rangers and Orioles, with Twins, Astros, Rockies and Pirates events on the schedule.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#fan-events#mackenzie-gore#mlb