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Daily Digest Ace | Nationals Daily Digest Sep 26

The Washington Nationals are riding a three-game winning streak after sweeping the Detroit Tigers and taking a win against the New York Mets. CJ Abrams and Yohandy Morales have been powering the offense with a combined five home runs over the past week, while Josiah Gray's return to the bullpen adds depth to their pitching strategy. As they prepare for another matchup against the Mets, the Nationals aim to maintain their momentum despite their playoff hopes being slim. Playoff odds: Less than...

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Ace | Nationals News Sep 26

Rookie lefty Connelly Early is set to make his Nationals debut against the Mets, starting in a midday game due to expected storms. Acquired from Boston, Early will be limited to 45-50 pitches, with Jake Irvin handling bulk relief. ⚾

Connelly Early to make Nationals' debut vs. Mets

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Ace | Nationals News Sep 26

Connelly Early is set to return from the 60-day IL and start for the Nationals against the Mets this Saturday. Acquired from the Red Sox, Early aims to make an impact in his team debut, pitching a few innings before Jake Irvin takes over. ⚾

Nationals To Activate Connelly Early From 60-Day IL

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Field Notes Ace | Nationals News Sep 26

Fanarchy Field Notes • Dylan Crews powered the Nationals with a solo homer in the 7th, extending their lead to 7-5. That swing was crucial in securing the win! 💥 • Andrew Alvarez struggled through 4.2 innings, giving up 5 runs while striking out 7. His early exit put pressure on the bullpen, but they held strong. • Washington's offense put up 4 runs in the 3rd, highlighted by Keibert Ruiz's RBI single that brought CJ Abrams home, pushing the score to 6-3. • Washington Nationals have won 3...

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Ace | Nationals News Sep 26

Josiah Gray secured his first career save for the Nationals, capping a triumphant return after three years of injury woes. Gray's clutch performance against the Mets sealed a 7-6 victory, showcasing his resilience and skill. 🎆

Gray notches 1st career save after long road back to Majors

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Ace | Nationals News Sep 25

The Washington Nationals' Triple-A affiliate, the Rochester Red Wings, clinched the International League Championship and will compete for the Triple-A title. This marks their first league championship since 1997, showcasing promising development in the Nationals' system.

Nationals' Triple-A affiliate set to play for International League Championship

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Series Preview Ace | Nationals Series Preview Sep 25

Washington Nationals Series Preview: New York Mets First game: vs New York Mets on September 25, 2026 Opponent: 73-86, 5 in NL East As the Nationals prepare to host the Mets, it's worth noting that New York's recent form has been a mixed bag 🎰. Despite a solid win against the Rangers, their offense fizzled in the series finale, with only four base runners after the first inning. Watch out for Juan Soto, Marcus Semien, and Brett Baty, who have been the bright spots in an otherwise inconsistent...

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Ace | Nationals News Sep 25

The Nationals face the Mets in their final series of 2026, fighting for 4th in the NL East. Despite a rough second half, the Nats aim to finish strong with Andrew Alvarez, Jonah Tong, and DJ Herz on the mound. The offseason looms with uncertainty.

Washington Nationals final chapter of 2026 season comes with 3 games against Mets

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Ace | Nationals News Sep 25

Jorbit Vivas has faced criticism this season but offers solid utility for the Nationals. Despite a rocky start with RISP, his .335 OBP and strong plate discipline have been key. Vivas' 1.2 fWAR highlights his value as a capable bench piece.

Jorbit Vivas has not been that bad for the Washington Nationals

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Ace | Nationals News Sep 25

Eli Willits, the 2025 first overall pick, shines as Baseball America names him the Nationals' 2026 Minor League Player of the Year. With a strong slash line and 63 stolen bases across three levels, Willits is a bright prospect for the franchise's future.

Baseball America names Eli Willits Nationals' 2026 minor league player of the year

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Ace | Nationals News Sep 25

The Rochester Red Wings, the Nationals' Triple-A affiliate, clinched their first International League title since 1997 with a thrilling win over Memphis. This victory reflects the Nationals' improving player development under Paul Toboni's leadership. 🏆

The Rochester Red Wings win their first International League title since 1997

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Ace | Nationals News Sep 25

Mets visit Nationals for season-ending series, both teams seeking a strong finish after disappointing campaigns. ⚾

Mets, Nationals striving for positives ahead of season-ending series

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Daily Digest Ace | Nationals Daily Digest Sep 25

The Washington Nationals, currently 75-84 and sitting fourth in the NL East, are coming off back-to-back wins against the Detroit Tigers. Recent offensive sparks include Yohandy Morales and CJ Abrams, who have combined for five home runs and 13 RBIs over the past week, providing much-needed firepower as the team looks to build momentum. With a game against the New York Mets on the horizon, the Nationals aim to continue their winning ways and finish the season on a high note. 📊⬆️🧩

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Ace | Nationals News Sep 25

Rochester Red Wings, the Nationals' Triple-A affiliate, clinched their first International League title since 1997 with a 3-2 win over Memphis. Key contributions came from prospects like Riley Adams and Andrew Pinckney. 🏆

Nats’ Triple-A affiliate earns first league title since 1997 behind these prospects

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Ace | Nationals News Sep 24

Nationals prospect Devin Fitz-Gerald, dealing with personal challenges, shined this season with 20 homers and a .780 OPS. Despite mid-season struggles, his resilience suggests a promising future in the organization. 🌟

Nationals prospect Devin Fitz-Gerald has persevered despite a trying year on and off the field

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Ace | Nationals News Sep 24

The Nationals face an intriguing decision at first base for 2027. Abimelec Ortiz struggles, while Andrés Chaparro and Yohandy Morales shine. Chaparro boasts a .962 OPS post-break, Morales flaunts raw power. Expect a competitive battle for the spot. ⚾

The Washington Nationals have an interesting decision to make at first base next season

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Ace | Nationals News Sep 24

Triple-A skipper Matthew LeCroy earns high praise from the Nationals as Rochester clinches its first playoff berth since 2013. His leadership has been pivotal for many current Nats players who spent time with the Red Wings this season. 🎉

Nats praise Triple-A skipper LeCroy amid Rochester's playoff run

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Field Notes Ace | Nationals News Sep 23

Fanarchy Field Notes • A stellar outing by Richard Lovelady set the tone, throwing 1.1 innings without allowing a run. The bullpen continued strong, with Will Dion earning the win after 2 innings of work. • In the 6th, CJ Abrams ignited the offense with a single that brought Andrés Chaparro home, giving the Nats a 1-0 lead. They weren’t done yet! • Yohandy Morales crushed a two-run homer later in the same inning, extending the lead to 3-0. That was his 4th of the season, and it felt like a...

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Ace | Nationals News Sep 23

Nasim Nuñez sprints into Nationals history, snagging the team’s single-season stolen base record with his 49th swipe in a 4-2 win over the Tigers. With three games left, the 50 mark beckons. 🏃‍♂️💨

Nuñez blazes way into Nats' record book with most stolen bases in a season

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Ace | Nationals News Sep 23

Yovanny Cruz: first career save, Comerica paperwork handled.

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Washington Nationals News

Connelly Early to make Nationals' debut vs. Mets

Nationals To Activate Connelly Early From 60-Day IL

Gray notches 1st career save after long road back to Majors

Nationals' Triple-A affiliate set to play for International League Championship

Washington Nationals final chapter of 2026 season comes with 3 games against Mets

Jorbit Vivas has not been that bad for the Washington Nationals

Baseball America names Eli Willits Nationals' 2026 minor league player of the year

The Rochester Red Wings win their first International League title since 1997

Mets, Nationals striving for positives ahead of season-ending series

Nats’ Triple-A affiliate earns first league title since 1997 behind these prospects

Nationals prospect Devin Fitz-Gerald has persevered despite a trying year on and off the field

The Washington Nationals have an interesting decision to make at first base next season

Nats praise Triple-A skipper LeCroy amid Rochester's playoff run

Nuñez blazes way into Nats' record book with most stolen bases in a season

Yovanny Cruz: first career save, Comerica paperwork handled.

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