The Washington Nationals have blown 35 saves in 2026, putting them just two away from the MLB record. After another disastrous ninth inning against the Miami Marlins, it’s time for the Nationals to stop hoping their bullpen problems will fix themselves.

In this episode of Nats MinuteCast, we break down why Washington needs to make an experienced back-end reliever a major priority this offseason.

The Nationals had a 2-0 lead heading into the ninth before the Marlins scored six runs to turn a potential fourth straight win into another painful loss. It was the latest example of a bullpen that has repeatedly cost Washington games this season.

But this isn't about blaming one pitcher or one bad inning.

It's about recognizing that the Nationals are reaching a different stage of their rebuild.

Washington's young offense is becoming a legitimate foundation. The farm system is improving. The roster is more talented than its record suggests. And that means the Nationals can't afford to keep wasting opportunities because they don't have someone they trust to get the final three outs.

We discuss Blake Butera's call for a pitcher who wants the ball in the ninth, the bullpen arms already developing inside the organization, the potential free-agent market, and why spending money on an experienced closer or high-leverage reliever could be one of the smartest moves Washington makes this winter.

The rebuild is changing.

Now the Nationals need to act like it.

Nats MinuteCast covers the Washington Nationals, Nationals Park, MLB news, roster moves, prospects, trades, free agency and the future of the Nats.

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Cade Cavalli is becoming the pitcher the Washington Nationals hoped he could be.

Cavalli dominated the Texas Rangers in a 6-0 Nationals victory, striking out 11 batters over six scoreless innings and reaching double-digit strikeouts before the fourth inning was over. After his brilliant no-hit bid against the Cubs, Cavalli followed it up with another statement performance and extended his streak to eight consecutive quality starts.

In this episode of the Nats MinuteCast, Dan Holmi breaks down why Cavalli's emergence could change the Nationals' timeline, why Washington made the controversial decision to move CJ Abrams from shortstop to second base, and what this all means for the next version of the Nationals.

The Nationals finally snapped a four-game losing streak, Andrés Chaparro delivered a huge three-run homer, and the bullpen actually finished the game without the usual drama.

But the biggest story is Cade Cavalli.

The Nationals may finally have their ace. Now they have to build around him.

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The Washington Nationals just delivered one of their most complete wins of the season, shutting out the Chicago Cubs 7-0 behind a dominant performance from Cade Cavalli and another explosive game from Abimelec Ortiz.

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The Washington Nationals are facing their biggest test of the 2026 season after trading Foster Griffin, Luis García Jr., and Curtis Mead before the MLB trade deadline. Dan Holmi breaks down the emotional fallout, the bullpen collapse against the Philadelphia Phillies, Blake Butera’s first career ejection, and whether Paul Toboni’s long-term vision can turn the Nationals into a true contender.

The Nationals still have CJ Abrams, James Wood, Dylan Crews, and a promising young core, but fans are asking one question: Is this another rebuild, or is this finally the foundation of the next great Washington Nationals team?

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00:00 Cold Open: The Nationals Changed Everything
01:30 Episode Roadmap
03:00 Segment 1: The Deadline Damage
16:00 Segment 2: The Bullpen Breaks
29:00 Segment 3: The Future Bet
39:00 Final Thoughts: When Does Tomorrow Become Today?

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The Washington Nationals are no longer just a rebuilding team. They are a contender fighting for a playoff spot, and after proving they could thrive without Curtis Mead, the conversation around this franchise has completely changed.

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The Washington Nationals are making major moves as the MLB Trade Deadline approaches, and the future of the franchise is coming into focus.

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The Washington Nationals have made their first major trade deadline move, sending breakout third baseman Curtis Mead to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for 24-year-old left-handed pitcher Connelly Early. Is this a win-now move, a rebuilding move, or both? Dan Holmi breaks down why Paul Toboni's first deadline trade could define the Nationals' future, what it means for Brady House, and why this may only be the beginning of a busy week in Washington.

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Should the Washington Nationals buy or sell at the MLB trade deadline? What if the answer is both?

In today's episode of the Nats MinuteCast, we break down why the next 10 games could completely reshape the Nationals' season and determine Paul Toboni's approach before the August 3 MLB Trade Deadline.

We discuss whether the Nationals should add bullpen help while remaining committed to their long-term rebuild, plus the difficult decisions surrounding Foster Griffin, Luis García Jr., and CJ Abrams. We also explain why these upcoming series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Toronto Blue Jays, Atlanta Braves, and Philadelphia Phillies could determine whether Washington becomes a playoff buyer or a deadline seller.

If you're looking for the latest Washington Nationals news, trade rumors, MLB trade deadline analysis, playoff race updates, and expert Nationals discussion, this episode has you covered.

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The second half of the Washington Nationals season is officially here, and everything is changing.

On this episode of the Nats Minutecast, Dan Holmi breaks down the biggest Nationals news before the playoff push begins.

The future has arrived as Harry Ford makes his MLB debut after the Nationals call up their top catching prospect. What does Ford's arrival mean for Keibert Ruiz, and how will Blake Butera manage two talented catchers moving forward?

Plus, the Nationals officially move on from Robert Hassell III, trading the former top prospect from the Juan Soto blockbuster deal. What went wrong, and what does the move say about Washington's evolving roster?

Then we look ahead to the second half rotation, including Cade Cavalli, Zack Littell and Foster Griffin taking the mound as the Nationals begin the next chapter of their surprising 2026 season.

The rebuild is over.

The expectations have changed.

The Nationals are playing meaningful baseball, and the second half starts now.

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