Washington Nationals

Washington Nationals left-hander DJ Herz took the mound Tuesday night for his first rehab assignment above the Rookie level.

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The Washington Nationals, sitting at 35-34 and exceeding expectations in 2026, are evaluating whether to move shortstop CJ Abrams before the trade deadline.

Philadelphia Phillies rookie Justin Crawford delivered a walk-off single in the 10th inning for a 6-5 victory over the Washington Nationals on Wednesday at Citizens Bank Park. The win completed a series victory after trailing 5-1. Crawford's hit marked his first career walk-off in just his fifth MLB game.

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Washington Nationals right fielder Joey Wiemer reached base safely in his first 10 plate appearances of the 2026 MLB season, tying Carlos Delgado's mark from 2002. Wiemer went 8 for 8 with two walks before recording his first out. The streak ended on his 11th plate appearance against Philadelphia Phillies starter Taijuan Walker.

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.

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Eighteen-year-old shortstop Eli Willits, the first overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft, made his Major League Spring Training debut for the Washington Nationals. He entered the Grapefruit League opener against the Houston Astros in the sixth inning. The Nationals won 2-1 at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches.