Every year, Major League teams draft players hoping they will make an impact on their success -- that kind of future star that can bring championships to an organization. From players who helped the Nationals get to the playoffs to those who helped them win the World Series, take a

The Opening Day game is filled with excitement and new opportunities for the season ahead, highlighted by fanfare and even first pitches thrown by U.S. Presidents. Whether at home or on the road, the Nationals have had memorable moments from the first game of the year.

There are players who don’t need very long to make an impression on their team. Over the Nationals’ team history (2005-present), emerging young talents and veterans alike have stood out in their debut seasons in Washington. This list covers position players and pitchers, and there were a lot of strong

The trade market can be utilized to add a missing piece to a contender or overhaul an organization. Over the years, the Nationals have done both. MLB.com looks at the 10 trades with the biggest impact in Nationals history (2005-present):

Today, we are taking a look at 10 players who played for the Nationals dating back to the team’s relocation to Washington in 2005 that you might not remember, either because they did most of their damage elsewhere, or their time in D.C. was brief or inconsequential. Aaron Boone, 2008

For all the home runs, grand slams and standout at-bats, there were plenty of performances to choose from for the Nationals' best regular-season single-game hitting performances. Take a look back at some of the most memorable days at the plate in team history (2005-present).

With Cy Young Award winners, All-Stars and Hall of Fame-caliber pitchers taking the mound for the Nationals, there is no shortage of noteworthy performances in team history (2005-present). Here is a look at five regular-season outings that stand out from the rest.

Nationals Park opened nearly two decades ago on March 30, 2008, in the Navy Yard in Washington, D.C. Since then, it has been the home to historical no-hitters, dramatic walk-off homers and franchise-changing postseason wins, just to name a few feats. Take a look at the most memorable moments that

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

Who are the best players born on each day of the year? We have a list for every day on the calendar. Here’s a subjective ranking of the top five for Oct. 3.

Who are the best players born on each day of the year? We have a list for every day on the calendar. Here’s a subjective ranking of the top five for Sept. 29: 1) Ed Morris (1862) Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., Morris grew up in California and was one of

WASHINGTON -- Look around the stands at Nationals Park and the majority of the seats are blue. But there are a handful painted red that stand out to commemorate notable home runs mashed by Nats players in front of their home crowd. The program was created ahead of the 2015

Going back to 1950, there have been eight individual seasons of at least 60 home runs. There has been only one in which a player has scored 150 runs. (Hall of Famer Jeff Bagwell did it for the Astros in 2000.) In recent baseball history, it's a statistical feat that

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,

Nationals Park celebrates more than just the baseball that has been played in Washington since the team’s relocation in 2005. Inside the stadium, the Ring of Honor pays tribute to some of the most elite players and managers who had distinct historical ties to the Nats, Washington Senators, Homestead Grays

Every season, a select group of players accomplish the feat of making their Major League debuts. When it comes to Nationals history (2005-present), that milestone is headlined by Stephen Strasburg’s arrival in 2010 -- memorably called “Strasmas.”

When the Nationals traded Jose A. Ferrer to the Mariners for Harry Ford on Dec. 6, 2025, the teams exchanged more than a pitcher-catcher combo. They also swapped a pair of saxophone players. “I saw he plays saxophone,” Ford said with a smile following the trade. “We haven’t talked to

Bob Carpenter brought his iconic home run call, “See! You! Later!” to Nationals television broadcasts for 20 seasons. Before his retirement from a 42-year career at the end of the 2025 season, Carpenter reflected on his most notable calls. During his retirement press conference, Carpenter shared his favorite “See! You!

Since their inaugural season in 2005, the Nationals have brought iconic moments to the nation’s capital. Here are 10 that stand out, in chronological order. First curly ‘W’ in team history In their second game since relocating to Washington, D.C., the Nationals earned their first win in team history on

Take a look back at the Nationals’ top selections, beginning in ‘05 with the relocation to Washington.

After a long gap of not making selections in the Rule 5 Draft, the Nationals have been active in the annual event. This year, the Nats could add to their 2026 roster when the Rule 5 Draft takes place on Dec. 10 at the Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla. •

For all the head-turning moments Juan Soto produced in his first three seasons, it’s no surprise his first Major League home run was worth a double take, too.

Imagine signing with a Major League organization, and it's only a short drive away from where you grew up. That has been the case for a handful of Nationals players who were born in the DMV. Take a look at those from Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia who went on

Who are the best players born on each day of the year? We have a list for every day on the calendar. Here’s a subjective ranking of the top five for Sept. 28.

Who are the best players born on each day of the year? We have a list for every day on the calendar. Here’s a subjective ranking of the top five for Sept. 26. 1) Bobby Shantz (1925) The 1952 American League Most Valuable Player after winning 24 games for Philadelphia