Matt Adams and Juan Soto homered, rookie Austin Voth extended a streak of strong performances by Washington's rotation and the Nationals breezed past the neighboring Baltimore Orioles 8-1 Tuesday night.
When D.C. was down in the dumps, it seemed Washington might actually deal ace Max Scherzer. Now that the Nats have climbed back into contention, though, expect them to buy, not sell.
Bumgarner to the Yankees? Stroman in Houston? We've mapped out a deadline blueprint for all 30 front offices to follow.
A day after a foul ball struck a child at Kauffman Stadium, the Royals said Mon. they'll extend safety netting — KC is the 7th team to announce such plans since a chilling nationally televised episode in Houston May 29 when a Cubs foul liner past third base injured a toddler. The White Sox installed netting to the foul poles — a first — and the Nationals to nearly the poles. The Dodgers, Pirates & Orioles said they'll lengthen netting and the Rangers unveiled extensions for their new ballpark opening in 2020. All 30 parks have netting to at least the far ends of the dugouts, but several fans have been injured since May 29 and pressure is mounting for more protection.
Here's the latest intel we're hearing, key names to watch, reaction to completed deals and shopping lists for every team as July 31 approaches.
The first-half rankings have been a two-team tango at the top, but the Bombers could be ready to cut in on Houston and L.A.
Maikel Franco homered with one out in the bottom of the ninth inning to give the Philadelphia Phillies a 4-3 win over the Washington Nationals on Sunday.
Juan Soto hit a go-ahead two-run homer off closer Hector Neris with two outs in the ninth and the Washington Nationals rallied for a 4-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday night.
Three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer, who was 7-0 with a 0.84 ERA in his last nine starts before the All-Star break, has gone on the injured list with a back strain.
Stephen Strasburg struck out six in six innings, Victor Robles hit a two-run single and the Washington Nationals beat the Philadelphia Phillies 4-0 Friday night.
Manager Dave Martinez says an MRI on Max Scherzer's back came back negative.
Now that the MLB All-Star Game is over -- with hometown favorite Shane Bieber winning MVP (despite not even being the most valuable pitcher on his...
With the season officially resuming tonight, we look at the contenders, the train wrecks, the trade deadline and more.
Before speaking with MLB Commissioner Emeritus Bud Selig about his thoughts on the current state of league/player relations and other topics (38:46), Buster talks to Boog Sciambi about last night's record-setting HR Derby and Justin Verlander's fiery comments (10:27). Plus, a special HR Derby edition of "Numbers Game" with Sarah Langs (30:35).
From media day to the Home Run Derby to the Midsummer Classic, Cleveland is rocking. Here's what happened at Progressive Field.
Unexpected contenders like the Twins, Rays and Rangers are challenging elite clubs like the Dodgers, Astros and Yankees.
After 3 innings of no-hit ball for both sides, Washington's Carter Kieboom finally provided the first knock of the Futures Game with a fourth-inning single to left. The Nats infielder also made a great play at shortstop the previous inning.
Anthony Rendon doubled in the tiebreaking run in the eighth inning, Brian Dozier and Victor Robles homered, and the Washington Nationals beat the Kansas City Royals 5-2 Sunday to ride a wave of momentum into the All-Star break.
Max Scherzer won't pitch in the All-Star Game because of a back injury, although the ace right-hander intends to represent the Washington Nationals on the sideline Monday and Tuesday in Cleveland.
Cleveland's turn to host brings a new wave of young stars, a HR Derby featuring two top rookies, and the Midsummer Classic.
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 58 | 37 | .611 | - | W5 |
| Washington | 50 | 43 | .538 | 7 | W1 |
| Philadelphia | 49 | 46 | .516 | 9 | W1 |
| New York | 42 | 51 | .452 | 15 | W2 |
| Miami | 35 | 57 | .380 | 21.5 | W1 |
