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Homestand Highlights vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (April 3-5) & St. Louis Cardinals (April 6-8)

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The Washington Nationals will kick off their first homestand of the season against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Nationals Park for a three-game series followed by a three-game set against the St. Louis Cardinals. Tickets for Nationals home games can be purchased at Nationals.com/Tickets or at the box office.

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Washington Nationals to Celebrate Home Opener, 21st Birthday During Opening Weekend at Nationals Park

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The Washington Nationals will celebrate Opening Day at Nationals Park on Friday, April 3, with a 1:05 p.m. matchup against the defending World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers. Ballpark gates open at 11:00 a.m., and fans are encouraged to be in their seats by 12:15 p.m. to enjoy the pregame

Washington Nationals acquire Curtis Mead

March 28, 2026

The Washington Nationals acquired utility player Curtis Mead from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for catcher Boston Smith on Saturday. To make room on the 40-man roster, left-handed pitcher Jake Eder was designated for assignment. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni made the announcement.

Mead, 25, hit .233 with

Nationals.TV Now Available on Charter, Comcast, Cox, DIRECTV, Verizon Fios and more

March 26, 2026

Nationals.TV, the new destination for fans to watch local Washington Nationals games, is now available on cable and satellite television in addition to direct-to-consumer streaming through your favorite device or connected TV through the MLB App.

All local Nationals.TV games will be widely available for fans in the home television market

Washington Nationals announce 2026 Opening Day Roster

March 25, 2026

The Washington Nationals announced their 2026 Opening Day roster on Wednesday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni made the announcement. Of the 26 players, 10 are participating in Opening Day for the first time in their careers, including Opening Day starter Cade Cavalli.

Starters (5): RHP Cade Cavalli*, LHP Foster

Nationals Philanthropies Honors Congressional Baseball Game for Charity with Power of Baseball Award

March 24, 2026

Washington Nationals Philanthropies, the official charitable arm of the Washington Nationals Baseball Club, hosted its annual signature fundraising event Monday, March 23, honoring the Congressional Baseball Game for Charity with the Power of Baseball Award. The Nationals Homecoming Gala, presented by The Annette M. and Theodore N. Lerner Family Foundation,

Washington Nationals acquire infielder Jorbit Vivas

March 22, 2026

The Washington Nationals acquired infielder Jorbit Vivas from the New York Yankees in exchange for right-handed pitcher Sean Paul Liñan on Sunday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni made the announcement.

Vivas, 25, hit .270 with 21 doubles, a triple, four home runs, 43 RBI, 64 walks, 12 stolen bases

Washington Nationals Announce Legendary Alex Ovechkin Bobblehead Giveaway

March 16, 2026

On Saturday, June 9, 2018, hockey legend Alex Ovechkin walked up the dugout steps at Nationals Park toward the pitcher’s mound. Donning a cap and white Nationals home jersey, he hoisted the iconic 35-pound silver trophy in the air for the crowd of 37,701 cheering fans, before throwing the game’s

Nationals acquire Team Dog, add to Man's-Best-Friend Roster

March 16, 2026

Screech, the Racing Presidents and a TEAM DOG… oh my! The Washington Nationals will be expanding their roster a bit early this year, adding a Team Dog to the squad through a partnership with Canine Companions and Eukanuba. As one of the official (furry) faces of the organization, the Nationals

Washington Nationals Announce Special Ticket Event Packages for 2026 Season

March 10, 2026

There won’t be any wasting away at Nationals Park, as the 2026 Special Ticket Events calendar features brand-new themes like Margaritaville Night, Caribbean Heritage Day and NARUTO Night joining returning favorites like Pride Night OUT, Pups in the Park presented by PEDIGREE Foundation, Hello Kitty® Night, heritage days and more.

Washington Nationals agree to terms with Zack Littell

March 10, 2026

The Washington Nationals signed right-handed pitcher Zack Littell to a one-year Major League contract with a mutual option for the 2027 season and designated left-handed pitcher Richard Lovelady for assignment on Tuesday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni made the announcement.

Littell, 30, is one of just 12 pitchers in

Watch Saturday's Spring Training opener for FREE on Nationals.TV

February 19, 2026

The Washington Nationals’ 2026 Grapefruit League home opener against the Houston Astros on Saturday, Feb. 21, at 1:05 p.m., is available to watch FOR FREE on Nationals.TV with no credit card required.

Fans looking to catch James Wood, Dylan Crews, Daylen Lile and the rest of first-year manager Blake Butera’s squad

Nationals sign right-handed pitcher Miles Mikolas

February 11, 2026

The Washington Nationals signed right-handed pitcher Miles Mikolas to a one-year Major League contract and placed left-handed pitcher DJ Herz on the 60-day Injured List on Tuesday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni made the announcement.

Mikolas, 37, is a two-time National League All-Star (2018, 2022) in 10 Major League

Washington Nationals acquire right-handed pitcher Andre Granillo

February 10, 2026

The Washington Nationals acquired right-handed pitcher Andre Granillo from the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for right-handed pitcher George Soriano on Tuesday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni made the announcement.

Granillo, 25, pitched in 14 games for the Cardinals after making his Major League debut in 2025. He went

Nationals.TV is Free to Fans for Spring Training

February 10, 2026

Spring Training games will be available for free for fans on Nationals.TV, the new destination for local Washington Nationals games beginning this season. Additionally, fans can now purchase a Nationals.TV streaming subscription for the upcoming season through MLB.com or the MLB App. For more information, including answers to frequently asked

Washington Nationals announce Spring Training roster

February 9, 2026

The Washington Nationals announced their 2026 Spring Training roster, including non-roster invitees, on Monday. The complete Spring Training roster can be found here. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni made the announcement.

Washington Nationals announce 2026 Spring Training broadcast schedule

February 5, 2026

The Washington Nationals report for camp in West Palm Beach, Fla., in a matter of days, and sunny Spring Training games are on the horizon, including broadcasts on Nationals.TV and radio. Spring Training information and tickets for games at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches are now available at Nationals.com/Spring.

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Washington Nationals claim left-handed pitcher Ken Waldichuk

February 5, 2026

The Washington Nationals claimed left-handed pitcher Ken Waldichuk off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays and designated right-handed pitcher George Soriano for assignment on Thursday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni made the announcement.

Waldichuk, 28, most recently played in the Athletics organization where he spent the previous four seasons

Washington Nationals claim left-handed pitcher Richard Lovelady

January 29, 2026

The Washington Nationals claimed left-handed pitcher Richard Lovelady off waivers from the New York Mets and designated utility player Mickey Gasper for assignment on Thursday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni made the announcement.

Lovelady, 30, is 5-13 with three saves, a 5.35 ERA and 102 strikeouts in 118 appearances

Washington Nationals announce Minor League Coaches, Coordinators and Staff

January 29, 2026

The Washington Nationals announced their 2026 Minor League coaches, coordinators and player development staff on Thursday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni, Assistant General Manager Devin Pearson and Special Assistant to the President of Baseball Operations Andrew Wright made the announcements. Washington’s system now includes additional coaches and athletic

Washington Nationals Announce TV Broadcasters for 2026 Season

January 29, 2026

After announcing a new partnership with Major League Baseball for production and distribution of games in the 2026 season, the Washington Nationals today announced the lineup of broadcasters for the inaugural season of Nationals.TV, which will feature Dan Kolko as the Nationals’ play-by-play broadcaster sitting alongside analyst Kevin Frandsen and

Washington Nationals Announce Special Ticket Events for 2025 Season

Eight brand new events like Hello Kitty® Day, Friends® Day and Golf Day join returning favorites like Night OUT, Pups in the Park, Cat-urday and more
January 31, 2025

Whether you like golf or Hello Kitty®, binge-watch Friends® re-runs, or simply love to take your pup everywhere you go, the Washington Nationals have a date on the calendar just for you. The Nationals’ 2025 season schedule is highlighted by more than 50 special ticket events, complementing the [promotional

Washington Nationals, Costa Media extend Spanish-language radio partnership through 2027 season

January 14, 2025

The Washington Nationals today announced an agreement with Costa Media, extending the official Spanish-language radio broadcast partnership through the 2027 season. During the Nationals’ upcoming season, fans can tune in to DC 87.7 FM and La Pantera WFAX 100.7 FM/1220 AM for live Spanish-language broadcasts for both home and away

Washington Nationals acquire Nathaniel Lowe

December 22, 2024

The Washington Nationals acquired first baseman Nathaniel Lowe from the Texas Rangers in exchange for left-handed pitcher Robert Garcia on Sunday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement.

Lowe, 29, won a Rawlings Gold Glove Award in 2023, a Louisville Slugger Silver Slugger Award in

Washington Nationals agree to terms with Michael Soroka

December 19, 2024

The Washington Nationals agreed to terms with right-handed pitcher Michael Soroka on a one-year contract on Thursday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement.

Soroka, 27, pitched to a 4.74 ERA with 84 strikeouts in 79.2 innings pitched in 25 games (nine starts) for the