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Nationals agree to deal with right-hander Zack Littell
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The Washington Nationals have reached an agreement on a free-agent contract with right-handed pitcher Zack Littell, according to multiple sources. The 30-year-old Littell, who posted a 3.81 ERA across 32 starts last season, adds veteran depth to the Nationals' rotation. The deal is pending a physical and marks the fourth such addition during spring training.
The Washington Nationals beat the Chicago Cubs 6-3 at Wrigley Field on Sunday, securing their first season-opening series win since 2018. Alex Bregman hit his first two home runs as a Cub, but Joey Wiemer set a franchise record by reaching base in his first eight plate appearances. The victory came despite late rallies from Chicago.
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Cade Horton pitched 6 1/3 strong innings to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 10-2 victory over the Washington Nationals at Wrigley Field on Saturday. The 24-year-old right-hander struck out four, walked one and allowed four hits in his first start of the season. Horton's efficient outing helped secure the Cubs' first win amid high expectations.
Baseball America's Carlos Collazo expressed cautious optimism about the Washington Nationals' future in a recent interview. He highlighted the team's new leadership, key acquisitions like catcher Harry Ford, and the promising 2026 draft class. While the farm system remains underwhelming, Collazo sees potential for improvement under the new regime.
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The Washington Nationals announced they are ending their long-standing partnership with MASN and will have their local games produced and distributed by Major League Baseball starting in the 2026 season. This move allows for streaming options and technological enhancements for fans. In-market viewers can access games via cable, satellite, or a new Nationals.TV platform.
The Washington Nationals have hired Desmond McGowan from the New York Mets to serve as director of amateur acquisitions, bolstering their scouting efforts amid a front office overhaul. McGowan, who previously managed data science for the Mets with a focus on the draft, brings an analytics-driven approach to the role. This move aligns with the team's ongoing rebuild, emphasizing strong drafting to build their farm system.
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The Washington Nationals have hired Grant Anders as their MLB player development coach, a new role for the organization. Anders, who also serves as bullpen catcher, brings experience from the Baltimore Orioles and other teams. This move aligns with the team's focus on developing its young roster under new leadership.
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