Washington Nationals Daily Recap Archive

Nationals finally designate 2019 1st-rounder for assignment after continued struggles

The Washington Nationals made a bold move by officially designating former first-rounder Jackson Rutledge for assignment, signaling a clear end to the experiment that never fully materialized. In a bid to bolster their struggling pitching staff, they signed veteran righty Max...

This former Nationals 1st-rounder is changing the narrative around his career

With a record of 16-19 and a home record of 4-12, the Washington Nationals are in dire need of a turnaround as they prepare to face the Minnesota Twins, a chance for a much-needed home boost. After a lackluster offensive showing against the Brewers, scoring just 4 runs over...

Nationals swap arms on 40-man roster after claiming righty off waivers from Twins

The Washington Nationals made headlines again with a flurry of moves designed to bolster their struggling bullpen, claiming righty Zak Kent off waivers from the Twins and signing Shawn Dubin to a minor-league deal. These transactions come amid a lukewarm stretch for the team,...

Is the Nationals' hot start on the road a miracle or mirage?

The Washington Nationals dropped another one to the Milwaukee Brewers yesterday, falling 4-1 despite hanging around for most of the game. A first-inning fielding error by Brady House set the tone, allowing three unearned runs that the Nats couldn't overcome. It stings to see...

Washington Nationals fall to 3-12 at home in a flat showing against the Brewers

The Washington Nationals are stuck in a disappointing home stretch, now 3-12 at Nationals Park after a lackluster 1-6 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers yesterday. This team has shown flashes of promise on the road, but sloppiness at home is wearing thin on fans. Foster Griffin,...