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Opening Day Win at Wrigley
The Nats began their season in style with a 10-4 road victory over the Cubs on a chilly Thursday afternoon. Mark (From Wrigley Field) & Al discuss the…
 • Mark Zuckerman
41:23
An unconventional, thoroughly satisfying, Opening Day win
With unexpected contributions from a new-look lineup and bullpen, the Nationals made Blake Butera's debut game as manager one to remember
 • Mark Zuckerman
Instant Analysis: Nats 10, Cubs 4
Behind a surprise power display from Joey Wiemer and Jacob Young and 16 outs from the bullpen, the Nationals pulled off an impressive Opening Day win
 • Mark Zuckerman
Game 1: Nats at Cubs
It's Opening Day at Wrigley Field, with Cade Cavalli on the mound and the Nationals hoping to get a transformational 2026 season off to a positive start
 • Mark Zuckerman
2026 Nats Media Season Predictions
The location has changed and some of the names have changed, but it's time to continue our annual tradition and make some predictions!
 • Mark Zuckerman
Nationals announce Opening Day roster
The 26-man roster that will take the field Thursday features seven infielders (including both Jorbit Vivas and José Tena), four outfielders, two…
 • Mark Zuckerman
Pre-Opening Day Q&A
Before the 2026 season begins Thursday in Chicago, I'm taking your questions about Nationals spring training and what we can expect now
 • Mark Zuckerman
Nationals 2026 Season Preview
Al & Mark convene just a few days before the Nationals open the season at Wrigley Field on Thursday afternoon. There has been a flurry of roster…
 • Mark Zuckerman
54:08
Column: Despite optimistic spring, Nats still have a long way to go
Though the franchise is reinvigorated by a new front office and coaching staff, the 2026 Nationals are probably looking at another long, losing season
 • Mark Zuckerman
Gray goes back on 60-day IL with flexor strain
Josiah Gray's long path back to the majors hit a major roadblock this evening when the Nationals recalled him from Triple-A and placed him on the…
 • Mark Zuckerman
Bullpen finalized with Ribalta optioned, Schultz headed to IL
The Nationals finally know the eight relievers they'll open the season with. They're also close to finalizing their bench after demoting outfielder…
 • Mark Zuckerman
Game Thread: Orioles at Nats
It's the exhibition finale this afternoon on South Capitol Street, with a parade of relievers scheduled to take the mound for the Nationals
 • Mark Zuckerman
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