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Brad Wakai

Brad Wakai

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May 31, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Washington Nationals infielder Josh Bell (19) outfielder James Wood (29) and infielder Nathaniel Lowe (33) celebrate after Wood and Lowe score the second and third run of the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field
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Nationals Surging Offense Had Historic Performance on Saturday Night

The Washington Nationals put their names into the MLB history books.

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May 17, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Washington Nationals players celebrate after a game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
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Rival Executive Offers High Praise for Young Nationals Roster

A rival executive of the Washington Nationals offered some high praise.

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May 28, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Washington Nationals center fielder Robert Hassell III (57) hits a solo-home run against the Seattle Mariners during the eighth inning at T-Mobile Park
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Nationals Star Prospect Finally Gets What He Had 'Been Waiting For' Against Mariners

It was a career-first for the Washington Nationals star youngster.

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Sep 8, 2018; Washington, DC, USA; Jayson Werth gestures during his speach in the pregame ceremony for his induction into the Nationals Ring of Honor at Nationals Park
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Spring Training Pep Talk From Nationals Legend Still Motivating This Year's Team

The speech made by a former legendary Washington Nationals player is still resonating with the current group.

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May 15, 2025; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez (4) on the field making a pitching change against the Atlanta Braves during the seventh inning at Truist Park
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What Has Impressed Dave Martinez About These Two Nationals Prospects?

Dave Martinez has been impressed with this duo in their Washington Nationals debut.

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May 12, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Washington Nationals right fielder Dylan Crews (3) in the dugout before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park
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Two Nationals Stars Among Unluckiest Hitters in Major League Baseball

Some bad luck has taken place for these two Washington Nationals players.

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Jake Irvin Continues To Be Rising Star for Nationals After Latest Gem

The Washington Nationals continue to get great production from Jake Irvin.

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Debut of Nationals Star Prospect Has To Wait After Wednesday's Game Gets Postponed

Washington Nationals fans will have to wait a little longer to see the debut of Robert Hassell III after the game on Wednesday was postponed.

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Feb 20, 2023; West Palm Beach, FL, USA; Washington Nationals outfielder Robert Hassell III (55) practices his swing during a spring training workout at The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches
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Nationals Officially Promote Robert Hassell III, Place Dylan Crews on IL

Robert Hassell III will officially make his Washington Nationals debut while Dylan Crews hits the injured list.

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May 6, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals relief pitcher Lucas Sims (39) and catcher Riley Adams (15) meet on the mound during the seventh inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Nationals Park
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Previously Released Nationals Reliever Signs Deal With Division Rival

The Washington Nationals could see one of their former relievers pitching for their division rivals at some point this year.

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May 18, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Washington Nationals designated hitter Josh Bell (19) reacts to hitting a home run as he rounds the bases against the Baltimore Orioles during the eighth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
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Dave Martinez Believes Key to Nationals' Offense Is Getting Struggling Veteran Going

Is this player the Washington Nationals' X-factor?

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May 17, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood (29) celebrates with his teammates after scoring a run during the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
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Nationals Rebuild Coming Together After Dominant Sweep Over Local Rivals

The Washington Nationals are starting to come out on the other side of this rebuild looking like they can contend for a long time.

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