From 00 to 99, Nationals players have chosen uniform numbers to represent themselves on the baseball field. Here's a look back at the top players to wear each number since 2005. 00: OF Brandon Watson, 2005-07 Watson appeared in 39 games with a .198 batting average across two stints in

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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Describing himself as a “fully healthy player” after recovering from his second Tommy John surgery, Drew Smith was already throwing in the bullpen his first morning with the Nationals.

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- The Nationals entered Spring Training with a group of predominantly young relievers. In a matter of days, they have added a pair of pitchers with notable Major League experience to their bullpen competition. The Nats signed 29-year-old southpaw Cionel Pérez and 32-year-old righty Drew Smith

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- The Nationals have been taking the field at the CACTI Ballpark of the Palm Beaches since January. But after weeks of pre-camp training, they held their first full-squad workout on Monday. “It was nice to have the first official workout,” first-year manager Blake Butera said.

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – James Wood crushed 31 homers, earned an All-Star selection and participated in the Home Run Derby – all in his first full season in the Major Leagues. With these offensive accomplishments already reached, what is the next step for this 23-year-old? The 6-foot-7 slugger has

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- For the first time since 2023, Cade Cavalli is gearing up for a full Major League season healthy. Cavalli has spent years at the Nationals’ training complex in West Palm Beach, Fla. Except most of those days, though, were during his rehab process from Tommy

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

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

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- On the first day of Nationals Spring Training, president of baseball operations Paul Toboni was asked about the possibility of adding a starting pitcher with Major League experience to the young team. “I'll tell you that we're actively looking at it,” Toboni said on Tuesday.

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Harry Ford had only known one Major League organization since 2021. This Spring Training, the 22-year-old catcher is getting a six-week crash course on a new pitching staff while trying to establish himself on the Nationals Major League roster. “It's a chance to earn and

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – The day before the first official pitchers and catchers workout, the Nationals’ clubhouse was already packed with players invited to Major League Spring Training. A large group of prospects arrived weeks ago for a Minor League workout camp. The majority of the big leaguers showed

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- The Nationals made seven waiver claims last month, and they have already been active in camp. On the eve of the first pitchers and catchers workout, the Nats acquired right-handed reliever Andre Granillo from the Cardinals in exchange for righty George Soriano. To clear space

If the Nationals’ seven waiver claims in the month of January were any indication of how active the team will be in building its 2026 roster, a lot of moves could be expected during Spring Training. There are several roles up for grabs, and a new front office and coaching

The Nationals are heading to West Palm Beach, Fla., to prepare for the 2026 season. Here is your guide to everything you need to know about Grapefruit League action. When is the first workout for pitchers and catchers? The first workout for pitchers and catchers will be held on Wednesday.

There are competitions for playing time in every Spring Training. For the first time in several years, the Nats do not have to address third base with Brady House returning to the hot corner. Let’s take a look at three roles that stand out for the Nationals to determine in

While temperatures plummet in the offseason, the Nationals have taken the field in notably cold weather. After six weeks of Spring Training in sunny Florida, the Nats have played 24 games in team history (2005-present) in sub-45 degree start time temperatures. From Minnesota to D.C. to New York and more,

The Nationals claimed six-year veteran reliever Richard Lovelady off waivers from the Mets on Thursday and added the southpaw to their bullpen. The 30-year-old Lovelady has pitched 111 innings since making his debut in 2019. He is 5-13 with a 5.35 ERA, three saves and an 8.3 strikeout rate with

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When the Nationals opened Spring Training 2023, they were an offseason removed from one of the biggest moves baseball has ever seen. The Juan Soto trade at the ‘22 Trade Deadline marked a new chapter in an organization that had won the World Series just three years earlier. After parting

When MLB Pipeline conducted its annual Executive Poll this offseason, the Nationals did not receive any votes for the Best Farm System. In a category led by the Dodgers, the Mariners, Tigers, Brewers and Pirates finished in the top five. The Nationals looked to revamp their Minor League depth this

The subject of trade rumors for some time, Nationals left-hander MacKenzie Gore is on his way to the Rangers in exchange for a package of five prospects, the teams announced on Thursday. Washington’s return package is headlined by shortstop Gavin Fien, the No. 12 overall pick in the 2025 Draft

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For all the home runs, grand slams and standout at-bats, there were plenty of performances to choose from for the Nationals' best single-game hitting performances. Take a look back at some of the most memorable days at the plate in team history.

The Marlins added a right-hander to their bullpen depth on Friday after claiming Osvaldo Bido off waivers from the Rays.