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Washington Nationals sign 18 players from the 2026 First-Year Player Draft

July 22, 2026

The Washington Nationals have announced the signing of 18 of the 20 players selected in the 2026 First-Year Player Draft, including eight non-drafted free agents. The signed players are noted with an asterisk below. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni and Assistant General Manager, Acquisitions Justin Horowitz made the

Washington Nationals recall Harry Ford

July 17, 2026

The Washington Nationals recalled catcher Harry Ford from Triple-A Rochester on Friday. Additionally, Washington reinstated right-handed pitcher Max Kranick from the 60-day Injured List and placed catcher Drew Millas on the 10-day Injured list (retroactive to July 12) with a left index finger fracture on Wednesday. Nationals President of Baseball

Washington Nationals announce 2027 schedule

July 16, 2026

The Washington Nationals, in conjunction with Major League Baseball, announced their 2027 schedule on Thursday. The 2027 slate is highlighted by a six-game homestand to start the season against the Philadelphia Phillies and New York Mets, home weekend series against the Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers in April,

James Wood named National League Player of the Week

July 13, 2026

Following a week in which he led the National League in batting average, extra-base hits, on-base percentage, slugging percentage, OPS, runs scored, home runs and walks, James Wood was named National League Player of the Week on Monday. The announcement was made on MLB Network. This is Wood’s second Player

Nationals complete 2026 First-Year Player Draft

July 12, 2026

The Washington Nationals selected 16 players on the second day of the 2026 MLB First-Year Player Draft on Sunday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni and Assistant General Manager, Acquisitions Justin Horowitz made the announcements.

The Nationals opened the day by selecting third baseman Daniel Cuvet out of the University

Washington Nationals recall Abimelec Ortiz 

July 12, 2026

The Washington Nationals recalled first baseman/designated hitter Abimelec Ortiz and designated left-handed pitcher Matt Krook for assignment on Sunday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni made the announcement.

Ortiz, 24, joins the Nationals after hitting .239 with 17 doubles, 17 home runs, 60 RBI, 31 walks and 49 runs scored

Washington Nationals complete the first day of the 2026 First-Year Player Draft

July 11, 2026

The Washington Nationals selected four players on the first day of the 2026 MLB First-Year Player Draft on Saturday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni and Assistant General Manager, Acquisitions Justin Horowitz made the announcements.

Washington selected second baseman Chris Hacopian out of Texas A&M University with the No. 11

Foster Griffin named National League All-Star

July 11, 2026

Washington Nationals left-handed pitcher Foster Griffin has been added to the National League All-Star Team and joins shortstop CJ Abrams and outfielder James Wood in representing the organization in the 2026 Major League All-Star Game in Philadelphia.

Griffin, 30, ranks in the National League in wins (3rd, 10), WHIP (3rd, 1.02),

Washington Nationals select second baseman Chris Hacopian

July 11, 2026

The Washington Nationals selected collegiate second baseman Chris Hacopian out of Texas A&M University with the No. 11 overall pick in the 2026 MLB First-Year Player Draft on Saturday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni and Assistant General Manager, Acquisitions Justin Horowitz made the announcement.

Hacopian, 21, hit .319 with

Washington Nationals select the contract of Tom Cosgrove

July 10, 2026

The Washington Nationals selected the contract of left-handed pitcher Tom Cosgrove and transferred right-handed pitcher Jake Irvin to the 60-day Injured List on Friday. Right-handed pitcher Brad Lord was placed on the 15-Day Injured List (retroactive to July 6) with left side tightness on Thursday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations

Homestand Highlights vs. Houston Astros (July 6-8) & New York Yankees (July 10-12)

July 6, 2026

The Washington Nationals continue their nine-game homestand with a three-game series against the Houston Astros (July 6-8), followed by three games against the New York Yankees (July 10-12). Tickets for Nationals home games can be purchased at Nationals.com/Tickets or at the box office.

The remaining games against the Houston Astros and

CJ Abrams and James Wood named National League All-Stars

July 4, 2026

Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams and outfielder James Wood will represent the organization in the 2026 Major League Baseball All-Star Game in Philadelphia on July 14. Abrams was voted in by the fans and will start at shortstop for the National League, while Wood was selected through player voting. Both

Fourth of July Weekend Homestand Highlights vs. Pittsburgh Pirates (July 3-5)

July 3, 2026

The Washington Nationals return to Nationals Park for a nine-game homestand, beginning with a three-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates (July 3-5). Tickets for Nationals home games can be purchased at Nationals.com/Tickets or at the box office.

The Fourth of July weekend features special guest appearances from the Artemis II crew

Eli Willits and Miguel Sime Jr. named to 2026 All-Star Futures Game

July 1, 2026

Shortstop Eli Willits and right-handed pitcher Miguel Sime Jr. have been selected to represent the Washington Nationals organization in the 2026 All-Star Futures game at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia on Sunday, July 12. Major League Baseball made the announcement Wednesday on MLB Network. The 27th All-Star Futures Game features

Luis García Jr. named National League Player of the Week

June 29, 2026

Following a week in which he led the National League in batting average, on-base percentage, slugging percentage, OPS and home runs, Luis García Jr. was named National League Player of the Week on Monday. The announcement was made on MLB Network. This is García Jr.’s first career Player of the

Washington Nationals activate Justin Lawrence

June 25, 2026

The Washington Nationals activated right-handed pitcher Justin Lawrence on Thursday and optioned left-handed pitcher Carson Palmquist to Triple-A Rochester on Wednesday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni made the announcements.

Lawrence, 31, joins the Nationals after he was claimed off waivers from the Minnesota Twins on June 24. He began

Washington Nationals recall Carson Palmquist

June 24, 2026

The Washington Nationals recalled left-handed pitcher Carson Palmquist from Triple-A Rochester on Wednesday and optioned right-handed pitcher Paxton Schultz to Triple-A Rochester on Tuesday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni made the announcements.

Palmquist, 25, will start tonight’s game against Philadelphia as he joins the Nationals for the first time

Homestand Highlights vs. Philadelphia Phillies (June 22-25)

June 22, 2026

The Washington Nationals return to Nationals Park for a four-game homestand against the Philadelphia Phillies (June 22-25). Tickets for Nationals home games can be purchased at Nationals.com/Tickets or at the box office.

The four-game homestand includes Pups in the Park presented by PEDIGREE Foundation featuring the return of Natty and Bruce

Nationals and Spirit Team Up for First-of-its-Kind Ticket Collaboration, Available Now

June 18, 2026

From first pitch at Nationals Park to final whistle at Audi Field, fans can be part of a shared effort to celebrate women in sports across The District.

The Washington Nationals and Washington Spirit have teamed up for a first-of-its-kind ticket partnership between a Major League Baseball club and a National

Homestand Highlights vs. Seattle Mariners (June 12-14) & Kansas City Royals (June 15-17)

June 12, 2026

The Washington Nationals return to Nationals Park for a six-game homestand against the Seattle Mariners (June 12-14) and Kansas City Royals (June 15-17). Tickets for Nationals home games can be purchased at Nationals.com/Tickets or at the box office.

The six-game homestand features Toy Story 5 Day with a James “Woody” kids

Washington Nationals recall Riley Cornelio

June 7, 2026

The Washington Nationals recalled right-handed pitcher Riley Cornelio from Triple-A Rochester on Sunday and optioned right-handed pitcher Cole Henry to Triple-A Rochester on Saturday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni made the announcements.

Cornelio, 25, joins the Nationals for the second time this season after he made his Major League

Homestand Highlights vs. San Diego Padres (May 29-31) & Miami Marlins (June 1-3)

May 29, 2026

The Washington Nationals return to Nationals Park for a six-game homestand against the San Diego Padres (May 29-31) followed by the Miami Marlins (June 1-3). Tickets for Nationals home games can be purchased at Nationals.com/Tickets or at the box office.

The six-game homestand includes the return of the Postgame Summer Concert

Nationals' Kids Eat Free Program Returns for Summer, Begins Friday, May 29

May 28, 2026

School is almost out for the summer, and Nationals Park is the place to be for kids and families. Kids Eat Free returns on Friday, May 29, and family-focused activities continue throughout the remainder of the season. For more information on all the family fun at the ballpark and to

Washington Nationals recall Dylan Crews and Andrés Chaparro

May 19, 2026

The Washington Nationals recalled outfielder Dylan Crews and first baseman/designated hitter Andrés Chaparro from Triple-A Rochester and optioned outfielder Joey Wiemer to Triple-A Rochester on Tuesday. The Nationals also optioned third baseman Brady House to Triple-A Rochester on Monday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni made the announcements.

Crews, 24,

Washington Nationals Launch Limited-Time America 250 Flex Plan, On Sale Now

May 15, 2026

In celebration of America’s 250th birthday, the Washington Nationals have announced a limited-time, America 250 Flex Plan, offering fans a unique way to enjoy the national pastime in the nation’s capital during this historic year. The plan, which includes loaded value for concessions and a commemorative Nationals Park flyover bobble,