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Washington Nationals Future Incredibly Bright With Future Star Outfielder

It is easy to find bright spots for the Washington Nationals in what can be seen as a disappointing 2024 season. The team won as many games this year as they did last with 71.

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Washington Nationals Young Outfielder Receiving Recognition for Glove Work

The Washington Nationals have to be excited about their future with the young trio they have to build around in the outfield. Left fielder James Wood and right fielder Dylan Crews were both highly touted prospects who made their professional debuts in 2024.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 9

Washington Nationals Rising Star Knows He Has To Improve in Key Area

The Washington Nationals seem to have the outfield of their future with top prospects Jacob Young, James Wood, and Dylan Crews all playing together on a Major League diamond this season.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 8

Washington Nationals Receive Surprising Prediction for Postseason Return

As the Washington Nationals head into the offseason, there are a lot of reasons to like the direction that the franchise is heading in. This season, some of the talented young prospects came up for the Nationals and started to make an impact in the Majors.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 8

Washington Nationals Have Found Unexpected Building Block For Outfield

The 2024 season was a tale of two halves for the Washington Nationals. There were several veterans who began the season on the Opening Day roster but didn’t make it through the entire campaign in the nation’s capital.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 7

Washington Nationals Confident Their Glove-First Outfielder Will Improve Hitting

Washington Nationals fans got a glimpse at what their outfield of the future might look like after they called up Dylan Crews to join Jacob Young and James Wood.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 3

This Was One Extremely Positive Thing About the Washington Nationals in 2024

When looking at the win-loss record for the Washington Nationals in 2024, it would be easy to call this season a disappointment. They recorded as many wins, 71, as they did in 2023, which some see as a cause for concern.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 2

Could the Washington Nationals Move On From These Two Stars This Offseason?

The Washington Nationals are officially having to turn their focus to the offseason after missing the playoffs for the fifth year in a row with another 71-91 regular season.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 2

Washington Nationals Have One Player Named to All-MiLB Prospect Team 2024

The Washington Nationals have a very bright future with how talented of a young core they are putting together. At the major league level, they have All-Star shortstop CJ Abrams, second baseman Luis Garcia Jr., left fielder James Wood, center fielder Jacob Young and right fielder Dylan Crews as their group to build around.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / October 2

What Should Washington Nationals Do This Offseason to Fix the Franchise?

The 2024 season has wrapped up for the Washington Nationals. Now, the franchise is looking to take a big step forward this offseason. There is a lot to like about the direction that the Nationals are heading in.

Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / September 30

Three big reasons the Nationals' rebuild is ahead of schedule

For fans looking for the light at the end of the mediocrity tunnel, here are three big reasons the team is actually ahead of schedule in its rebuild.

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Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 29

Washington Nationals Emerging Starter Had Franchise’s Best Pitching Season Since 2019

The Washington Nationals may have missed the postseason for the fifth consecutive year in 2024, but there is a lot to be excited about for this team moving forward.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 28

Signing Orioles Slugger Would Help Bolster Washington Nationals Lineup

The Washington Nationals are heading into a very important offseason after seeing a lot of success from their young core this season. The Nationals had a solid 2024 campaign, as the year of developing some of their young players was successful.

Washington Nationals News / Last Word On Sports / September 27

Nationals Announce 2024 Team Award Winners

The Washington Nationals announced their 2024 end-of-year awards as chosen by the local media. Infielder Luis García Jr. was named Player of the Year, closer Kyle Finnegan was named Pitcher of the Year, and outfielder Jacob Young was named Good Guy of the Year.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 27

Former Washington Nationals Prospect Named Top Player on New Team

As the Washington Nationals finish up the regular season, there is a lot of excitement about what’s to come in 2025. This campaign was all about development for the Nationals.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 27

Washington Nationals Get 2026 World Series Prediction From Surprising Source

Bill Nye, the beloved "Science Guy," has made a surprising prediction: the Washington Nationals will win the 2026 World Series. While this might seem like a long shot given the Nationals' current 69-90 record, Nye is confident in the young talent rising through the organization.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 26

Washinton Nationals Still Have Top Tier Farm System to End 2024

As the Washington Nationals finish up the 2024 season, the franchise is looking forward to what should be an exciting 2025 campaign. This year, the Nationals saw a lot of their young players take steps forward, as the future is going to be bright.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 25

Washington Nationals Young Core Looking to Finish Regular Season Strong

The Washington Nationals won't make their way back into the playoffs this year, but still have a clear goal over the last few games of the regular season.

Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / September 25

Analyzing the BIggest 'What-If' for Washington Nationals This Season

The Washington Nationals have almost finished up the 2024 season, as the franchise has started to think about next year. It has been a good campaign for the Nationals in terms of developing their young players and taking a step forward in the rebuild process.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 7

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The three most surprising teams in Major League Baseball so far

There are a handful of teams that are doing a lot better than expected so far this season.

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Washington Nationals News / Last Word On Sports / May 6

Nationals Rookie Takes Advantage of Early Playing Time

A Washington Nationals rookie is taking advantage of playing time early this season. Jacob Young brings speed and excitement to the Nats lineup that desperately

Washington Nationals News / Fastball on SI / May 5

Jacob Young Back in Washington Nationals' Lineup After Facing Back Issues

Rookie outfielder Jacob Young is back in the Washington Nationals' lineup on Sunday after missing Saturday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. Young will lead off and start in center field.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / April 30

Jacob Young Makes MLB History in Washington Nationals' Sweep Over Miami Marlins

The Washington Nationals completed a four-game sweep over the Miami Marlins on Monday, and one of their most surprising young stars capped it off by making baseball history.

Washington Nationals News / Field Level Media / April 28

Jacob Young, Nationals go for third straight win vs. Marlins

Jacob Young flourishes in Florida. The Ponte Vedra, Fla., native and former Florida Gator has four hits, two stolen bases and has scored five times to help the Washington Nationals win the first two games of a four-game set with the host Miami Marlins.

MLB News / LWOSports.com / March 18

Four Unknown Speedsters Who Will Run Wild in 2024

Speed is back in Major League Baseball since the new rules have encouraged players to run wild on the basepaths. With larger bags and strict pickoff regulations, there has never been a better time to be a thief in baseball.