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Despite being 10.5 games back of the Red Sox in the AL East, the Toronto Blue Jays are buying at the MLB Trade Deadline. On Thursday, they went out and added lefty reliever Brad Hand from the Washington Nationals, according to Jesse Dougherty of the Washington Post. Update: A deal to send Brad Hand to […]

The MLB trade deadline is brewing constantly with just a couple of days before it officially passes. The hottest name on the market is Washington Nationals pitcher Max Scherzer. An earlier report stated that Scherzer “prefers” one of the West Coast teams in the National League. However, a new report has the Boston Red Sox […]

The Washington Nationals could potentially be sellers at the MLB Trade Deadline, but the latest rumblings may be a deterrent to the team being active this week. Per Ken Rosenthal, the Nationals-Phillies game on Wednesday night is in jeopardy because of a COVID outbreak within the Washington organization. Nationals-Phillies game tonight in jeopardy, sources tell […]

The Washington Nationals and the Philadelphia Phillies will continue their four-game series on Wednesday night. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series and make a Nationals-Phillies prediction and pick. This has been a hotly contested series so far, with each of the first two games coming down to the wire. The Phillies managed to […]

While the Washington Nationals are looking to trade Max Scherzer as the team continues to fade in the NL East, there remains one hurdle in the way: Scherzer’s no-trade clause. The Nationals ace has a full no-trade clause in his contract, meaning he can deny a trade to a team he doesn’t want to go to. […]

As you might expect, a whole lot of teams are interested in acquiring Washington Nationals pitcher Max Scherzer before the MLB trade deadline, which is rapidly approaching. Even with a recent triceps issue and the competitive balance tax implications for some teams, that hasn’t stopped numerous organizations from foaming at the mouth at the possibility […]

The Washington Nationals seem to have flirted with the idea of buying at the MLB Trade Deadline a couple weeks ago to now certainly selling as they continue to sink in the NL East standings. The one big name that everyone is clamoring for, Max Scherzer. It was unknown if the Nationals would deal Scherzer […]

The Washington Nationals have been a hot topic among trade conversations with the MLB trade deadline a couple of days away. Pitcher Max Scherzer is essentially the hottest commodity on the market, and he is slated to go to one of the West Coast teams. However, the Nationals sparked some intrigue by pulling Trea Turner […]

The Washington Nationals have a microscopic chance to make the playoffs this season, which is only making the focus on Max Scherzer ahead of the MLB trade deadline become more intense. However, shipping Scherzer isn’t as simple as it sounds. For one, Scherzer has a full 10-5 rights, meaning he can veto any trade to […]

The Washington Nationals and Philadelphia Phillies continue their four-game series at Citizens Bank Park on Tuesday night. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series and make a Nationals-Phillies prediction and pick. Philadelphia jumped out to a 1-0 series lead on Monday night. Andrew McCutchen was the hero for the Phillies as he hit a […]

The Washington Nationals, eight games out of the NL East and 11 games behind in the NL Wild Card race, have officially let teams know they will be selling at the trade deadline this year. While all eyes are on impending free agent and future Hall of Famer Max Scherzer and where he will be […]

The Washington Nationals and Philadelphia Phillies will open a crucial series at Citizens Bank Park on Monday night. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series and make a Nationals-Phillies prediction and pick. These teams are struggling and lucky to still be alive in a weak National League East. Philadelphia is in second place in […]

The Washington Nationals are fighting hard to make up some ground in the National League East and are said to be potential buyers with the MLB trade deadline around the corner. While Max Scherzer’s name has floated around trade circles, it seems unlikely that they deal him, especially after they were hit with some bad […]

The Miami Marlins and the Washington Nationals will wrap up their three game series on Wednesday night. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series and make a Marlins – Nationals prediction and pick. The Marlins showed some life against the Los Angeles Dodgers, but have lost seven of their last nine games since that […]

Major League Baseball is currently gearing up to complete this year’s trade deadline. With the MLB trade deadline slated for July 31, there will surely be no shortage of players dealt ahead of the mid-season threshold. Because (typically) well-regarded teams such as the New York Yankees and Chicago Cubs will more than likely be sellers […]

Saturday’s game between the Washington Nationals and San Diego Padres made national headlines after a horrifying incident involving a shooting outside of Nationals Park that resulted in the game being suspended and resumed on Sunday. The fans went to leave the park in a frenzy, and others went down to the dugout and a few […]

Saturday’s MLB game between the San Diego Padres and Washington Nationals was suspended after gunshots were heard while the contest was ongoing. The incident occurred with the Padres batting at the top of the sixth inning. The sound of the gunshots echoed shortly after the final out, which sent both players and fans alike into […]

The MLB has another issue on their hands as Washington Nationals infielder Starlin Castro has been forced to take a leave as investigations take place regarding alleged domestic violence, according to Brittany Ghoroli of The Athletic.  “Major League Baseball is placing Starlin Castro on administrative leave stemming from an alleged domestic violence incident earlier this […]

Chicago Cubs star Kris Bryant is arguably the hottest name on the trade stove as we draw closer and closer to the MLB trade deadline. He has been linked to a ton of teams, with the latest being the New York Mets. On Friday, MLB Network Insider Jon Heyman reported that the Washington Nationals are […]

The San Diego Padres open up the second half on the road against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Both teams ended the first half of the season with losses and would certainly like to get back on the winning track down the stretch. These clubs split a four-game set in San Diego back on […]

The MLB trade deadline has officially kicked off just a couple of days after the All-Star Game. The Chicago Cubs made the first deal of the trade season by sending outfielder Joc Pederson to the Atlanta Braves in a rather shocking move. In fact, the deal was just an hour after Jon Heyman reported that […]

With the MLB Trade Deadline looming, many teams across MLB are about to find out if they will buy, sell, or stay as is on July 31. Many names have been rumored to potentially become available and perhaps none bigger than Max Scherzer. Scherzer is 37-years-old and in the last year of his contract. The […]

Infielder RobertAnthony Cruz left the 2021 MLB Draft with the unfortunate news that he went undrafted. Shortly after, he received the best news of his life: the Washington Nationals would be signing him to a contract. Most who grew up playing baseball know the role dads play in helping you learn the sport, so Cruz […]

The MLB Home Run Derby had everybody tuning in– mainly to watch Los Angeles Angels phenom Shohei Ohtani. The Japanese-born star that has caught the attention of everybody in baseball took the stage with the top seed in the Home Run Derby. Unfortunately, the Angels star got ousted in the first round in a shocker, […]

The Washington Nationals and San Francisco Giants will wrap up their three-game series on Sunday afternoon. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series and make a Nationals-Giants prediction and pick. The Giants have already taken the first two games of this series, locking in a series victory heading into the All-Star break. The Nationals […]

The San Francisco Giants will host the Washington Nationals for the first of a three-game set at Oracle Park on Friday night. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series and make a Nationals-Giants prediction and pick. These teams split a four-game series in Washington the last time they clashed. Both teams have struggled lately […]

The Washington Nationals and the San Diego Padres will finish up a four-game series on Thursday night. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series and make a Nationals-Padres prediction and pick. The Nationals have taken two games from the Padres so far, so they’ll be playing for a series victory. Every game is huge […]

The San Diego Padres and Washington Nationals play the third game of a four-game series on Wednesday, with both teams sitting at one win apiece. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series and make a Nationals-Padres prediction and pick. Washington currently stands at 41-43, with losses in five of the last six games. If […]

One of the hottest hitters in baseball is going on the IL. Washington Nationals slugger Kyle Schwarber exited Friday night’s game with an apparent hamstring injury and it looks to be a lot more serious than initially though. According to Nationals manager Dave Martinez, he’ll likely be on the shelf for a while: Martinez said […]

The Washington Nationals and Los Angeles Dodgers continue their four-game series at Nationals Park on Friday evening. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series and make a Dodgers-Nationals prediction and pick. Los Angeles took the series opener on Thursday by a comfortable score of 6-2. Los Angeles improved their current winning streak to six […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are catching fire. They’ve won their last five games, with all of those games coming against playoff-caliber opponents. That’s not exactly what the Washington Nationals want to hear, as they have to face the Dodgers in a four-game series beginning Thursday night. Both the Dodgers and the Nationals are within two […]

The Washington Nationals are cruising against the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday afternoon in DC. Trae Turner, the Nationals star shortstop, is enjoying his birthday and has now completed the cycle in spectacular fashion. TREA TURNER TRIPLES TO COMPLETE THE CYCLE ON HIS BIRTHDAY pic.twitter.com/CcN5Mi207L — Ben Verlander (@BenVerlander) June 30, 2021 Oh, and he […]

The Washington Nationals and Tampa Bay Rays will conclude their short two-game series on Wednesday afternoon. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series and make a Rays-Nationals prediction and pick. Washington took the series opener by a score of 4-3 in a solid outing from both starting pitchers. The Nationals have been on an […]

With the MLB Trade Deadline rapidly approaching, the next few weeks will provide plenty of clarity for teams that are right on the fence of buying, selling or just staying put. There are plenty of tight division races throughout MLB and then there are those second tier teams that are within shouting distance, but need […]

The Washington Nationals will host the Tampa Bay Rays for a short two-game series set to begin on Tuesday night. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series and make a Rays-Nationals prediction and pick. Washington is roaring back into the NL East race with wins in seven of its last nine games to date. […]

The MLB trade deadline is right around the corner and now teams are trying to decide whether to buy, sell, or standpat. One team on everybody’s mind is the Washington Nationals. The Nationals have underwhelmed– and that is probably an understatement. They are flirting with the .500 mark and have been lauded by many as […]

The MLB trade deadline is just a little over a month away, but as early as now, Scott Boras wants the rest of the majors to know what it would take for Washington Nationals ace Max Scherzer to waive his no-trade rights for a possible trade to the Chicago Cubs, as an example. Asked about […]

Washington Nationals ace Max Scherzer chided Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper the afternoon after having a run-in with Phils manager Joe Girardi. Scherzer and Nationals first baseman jokingly suggested they wanted the umpires to check their former teammates’ luscious locks. It got a hearty chuckle from Harper, who seemed to appreciate the good-natured humor. Scherzer […]

The Washington Nationals and Philadelphia Phillies will conclude a short two-game set at Citizens Bank Park on Wednesday afternoon. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series and make a Nationals-Phillies prediction and pick. Washington defeated Philadelphia by a score of 3-2 on Tuesday thanks to a dominant outing from Max Scherzer. The Nationals have […]