The Washington Nationals continue to have bullpen issues, and they are now one step away from making some brutal MLB history.

The Washington Nationals selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Jack Sinclair from Triple-A Rochester and designated right-handed pitcher Max Kranick for assignment on Friday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni made the announcement.

Washington is closing in on the MLB record for blown saves in a season.

One year after the Nationals grabbed a haul, including Eli Willits, in the 2025 MLB Draft, Washington had a good chance to add top-tier talent. For 2026, Washington’s draft class haul included three accomplished college hitters,

Orlando Ribalta, Will Dion and Brad Lord are the three relievers who should feel the most comfortable entering 2027

Trading CJ Abrams would send a frustrating signal to a Washington fanbase that has already endured a long rebuild. Geoff Stellfox / MLB Photos via Getty Images WASHINGTON — This was supposed to be another rebuilding season for the Washington Nationals ...

The Washington Nationals designated right-hander Max Kranick for assignment on Friday, clearing a 40-man roster spot after selecting the contract of Triple-A reliever Jack Sinclair.

The Rochester Red Wings are proud to join the Washington Nationals in announcing that three players who appeared for Rochester this season have been selected as recipients of Washington’s 2026 Minor League Awards.

Miles Mikolas was one of three pitchers to combine for the shutout. Jamie Sabau / Getty Images WASHINGTON — The man who took the ball first was a reliever, and a former waiver claim at that. The man who took the ball second was a veteran starter who had ...

Eli Willits, the first overall pick in last year's MLB draft, hopes his competitive drive will get him fast-tracked to Washington.