Nats Minutecast with Dan Holmi

The Washington Nationals have more starting-pitching options heading into 2027, but can they turn that depth into reliable major-league production? Dan Holmi breaks down Cade Cavalli, Connelly Early, Andrew Alvarez, Jake Irvin, and the battle for the final rotation spots. Plus, we examine Jackson Kent, Josiah Gray, DJ Herz, Riley Cornelio, and Luis Perales, while looking ahead to injured pitching prospects Jarlin Susana and Travis Sykora. The Nationals have more choices than they did a year ago. Now they need results. ️ SEATGEEK: SAVE $20 ON YOUR FIRST TICKET PURCHASE OVER $50 Heading to a Nationals game at Nationals Park, a Capitals game, a Commanders game, or a concert around Washington, D.C.? SeatGeek makes finding great ticket deals easier by rating tickets so you can compare value. Download the SeatGeek app or use the link below, then enter promo code MINUTECAST to get $20 off your first ticket purchase over $50. Get your tickets: SeatGeek Promo code: MINUTECAST Follow Nats MinuteCast for Washington Nationals roster analysis, pitching news, prospect updates, and offseason coverage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Washington Nationals face important decisions heading into the 2027 season. Dan Holmi breaks down whether the Nationals should keep or trade CJ Abrams after his 33-home-run, 106-RBI season, why his late-season slump and defensive numbers deserve attention, and what his future at shortstop could look like. Plus, the Nationals are bringing back all 12 coaches from Blake Butera’s staff while moving on from five members of the major-league training and strength staff. What does that mean for player health, development and the team's push toward contention? #Natitude #Nats #MLB Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

James Wood just completed another 30-home-run season for the Washington Nationals, but his 2026 campaign came with a major warning sign. Dan Holmi breaks down Wood’s elite first half, his second-half power outage, the oblique injury, his Statcast dominance and why the Nationals still need to view him as one of the foundational pieces of their rebuild. The bigger question heading into 2027 is whether James Wood can finally put together a full season at an MVP level. With Wood, CJ Abrams and a developing young core, the Nationals have legitimate reasons for optimism, but Wood’s durability, consistency and second-half production could determine just how quickly Washington takes its next step. #Nationals #Nats #Natitude #JamesWood #MLB #WashingtonNationals #Baseball #NatsOnTheRise Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Washington Nationals’ 2026 season is over, and for the first time in years, the offseason is about building instead of rebuilding. Dan Holmi breaks down what the Nationals’ 11-win improvement means, why pitching and the bullpen are the biggest questions, and what comes next for CJ Abrams, James Wood and the young core. The Nationals finished third in MLB in runs scored, CJ Abrams hit 33 home runs, James Wood hit 30, and Cade Cavalli, Connelly Early and Andrew Alvarez give the rotation a foundation. But the bullpen blew a major league-record 42 saves, Jake Irvin finished with a 5.48 ERA, and a potential MLB lockout could dramatically alter free agency and trades. Plus, the Nationals still have to determine whether CJ Abrams is their long-term shortstop or second baseman. Dan also looks at Paul Toboni and Blake Butera’s offseason challenges, Nasim Nuñez, Seaver King, Eli Willits, Dylan Crews, Brady House and what the Nationals need to do to turn a promising 2026 season into sustained success in 2027. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cade Cavalli and the Nationals are reportedly nearing a long-term contract extension, potentially marking a major turning point in the franchise’s rebuild. After battling back from Tommy John surgery, Cavalli has emerged as one of the Nationals’ most reliable starters in 2026. The deal could signal a new approach for the Nationals: developing young talent and then actually keeping it. We break down Cavalli’s breakout season, the significance of the reported extension, and what it could mean for the Nationals’ next competitive window. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.