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Small Ball covers the Nationals every single day of the MLB season. Each edition includes game recaps with full box scores, player stats, standings updates, injury reports, and front-office news. Browse every edition below, organized by month.
Today's Nationals Page →Washington Nationals vs San Francisco Giants Game Thread
The Washington Nationals' recent struggles reached a new low with yesterday's heartbreaking 6-7 loss to the San Francisco Giants, accentuated by poor pitching and mental mistakes that have become all too familiar. The team now sits at a disappointing 9-12, with a staggering...
Read full recap →Judging the sustainability of Joey Wiemer's breakout start for the Nationals
The Nationals' recent struggles were on full display as they fell to the San Francisco Giants 10-5, marking their sixth home loss of the season and leaving them at a disappointing 1-6 at Nationals Park. With a pitching staff that has allowed an alarming 6.6 runs per game,...
Read full recap →1 pitcher who deserves an opportunity to break into the Nationals starting rotation
After an electrifying 8-7 victory over the Pirates, the Nationals return home to face the Giants, hoping to improve their dismal 1-5 record at Nationals Park. This team is riding high after a 5-2 road trip, and the return of familiar face Richard Lovelady could bolster a...
Read full recap →3 Nationals players who could position themselves to earn long-term extensions
After a frustrating shutout loss yesterday, the Washington Nationals rallied to defeat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-7 in a chaotic extra-inning battle, securing a series split and bringing their record to 9-10. This victory boosts their hopes of climbing back to .500, though...
Read full recap →Nats blanked for first time as Irvin’s early struggles sting
Jake Irvin's struggles mounted today as he continued to falter in the first inning, leading to a disappointing loss against the Pittsburgh Pirates, 2-0. This marks the first time the Nationals have been shut out this season, and Irvin's inability to find his rhythm is...
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