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Mired in spring slump, Crews demoted to Triple-A

The Nationals made the surprising decision today to option struggling outfielder Dylan Crews to Rochester, throwing a wrench into their original 2026 plans

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Mark Zuckerman
Mar 20, 2026
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – Dylan Crews will begin the season in the minors, a surprising decision but one Nationals officials felt was necessary after watching the 24-year-old outfielder struggle mightily this spring.

Crews and right-hander Jackson Rutledge were optioned to Triple-A Rochester this afternoon, reducing the…

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