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5:54 PM - Nathaniel Lowe (WSH) Nationals acquired Lowe from the Rangers on Sunday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports.
3:39 PM - Michael Soroka (WSH) agreed to terms on a one-year, $9 million contract with the Nationals on Thursday, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports.
11:44 AM - Carlos De La Cruz (WSH) Nationals signed De La Cruz to a minor-league contract Wednesday, Andrew Golden of Washington Post reports.
11:20 AM - Patrick Weigel (WSH) Nationals signed Weigel to a minor-league contract Dec. 6.
9:42 AM - Konnor Pilkington (WSH) Nationals signed Pilkington on Thursday to a minor-league contract that includes an invitation to spring training, Bobby Blanco of MASNSports.com reports.
2:27 PM - Evan Reifert (WSH) Nationals selected Reifert with the fifth pick in the Rule 5 draft Wednesday, JJ Cooper of Baseball America reports.
12:17 PM - Andry Lara (WSH) Nationals selected Lara's contract from Double-A Harrisburg on Tuesday, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
12:14 PM - Robert Hassell III (WSH) Nationals selected Hassell's contract from Triple-A Rochester on Tuesday, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
7:09 PM - Luis Garcia (WSH) went 2-for-5 with a solo home run and an additional RBI in Sunday's loss to the Phillies.
6:49 PM - Jake Irvin (WSH) (10-14) took the loss Sunday against the Phillies, allowing six earned runs on five hits and three walks in 4.1 innings. He struck out three.
5:16 PM - DJ Herz (WSH) optioned Herz to the Florida Complex League Nationals on Friday, Bobby Blanco of MASNSports.com reports.
5:11 PM - Jackson Rutledge (WSH) Nationals recalled Rutledge on Friday, Bobby Blanco of MASNSports.com reports.
4:39 PM - Joey Gallo (WSH) is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Phillies, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
4:38 PM - Jose Tena (WSH) is absent from the lineup for Friday's game against the Phillies, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
3:01 PM - Juan Yepez (WSH) is absent from the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Royals, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
2:57 PM - Keibert Ruiz (WSH) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Royals, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
1:38 PM - Stone Garrett (WSH) Nationals recalled Garrett from Triple-A Rochester on Tuesday, Jessica Camerato of MLB.com reports.
1:35 PM - Andres Chaparro (WSH) Nationals placed Chaparro on the paternity list Tuesday, Jessica Camerato of MLB.com reports.
7:33 PM - Jake Irvin (WSH) (10-13) allowed five runs on four hits and four walks while striking out three over four innings to take the loss Sunday versus the Cubs.
2:18 PM - Nasim Nunez (WSH) will start at shortstop and bat ninth in Sunday's game against the Cubs.
12:21 PM - Luis Garcia (WSH) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Cubs.
12:14 PM - Joey Gallo (WSH) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Cubs.
12:09 PM - Jacob Young (WSH) (shoulder) is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Cubs.
5:51 PM - Joey Gallo (WSH) went 2-for-3 with a three run homer in Saturday's 5-1 win over the Cubs.
4:58 PM - MacKenzie Gore (WSH) (10-12) got the win Saturday against the Cubs, allowing one run on one hit and three walks while striking out nine over seven innings.
12:49 PM - Andres Chaparro (WSH) is out of the lineup for Saturday's game against the Cubs.
12:47 PM - Jacob Young (WSH) (shoulder) is out of the lineup for Saturday's game against the Cubs.
12:45 PM - Luis Garcia (WSH) (wrist) will DH at bat third Saturday against the Cubs.
12:14 PM - Trey Lipscomb (WSH) Nationals recalled Lipscomb from Triple-A Rochester on Saturday, Andrew Golden of Washington Post reports.
12:05 PM - CJ Abrams (WSH) Nationals optioned Abrams to Triple-A Rochester on Saturday, Britt Ghiroli of Athletic reports.
12:50 PM - Luis Garcia (WSH) (wrist) remains out of the lineup for Friday's game versus the Cubs, Andrew Golden of The Washington Post reports.
12:41 PM - Joan Adon (WSH) (biceps) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Friday.
12:41 PM - Jacob Young (WSH) (shoulder) is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Cubs, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
12:36 PM - Zach Brzykcy (WSH) Nationals optioned Brzykcy to Triple-A Rochester on Friday, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
12:34 PM - Trevor Williams (WSH) Nationals activated Williams (elbow) from the 60-day injured list Friday, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
10:37 AM - Joey Gallo (WSH) went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run Thursday's loss to the Cubs.
7:39 AM - Jose Tena (WSH) went 2-for-4 with an RBI and a stolen base in Thursday's loss to the Cubs.
7:29 AM - CJ Abrams (WSH) went 4-for-5 with two doubles, two stolen bases and two runs scored in Thursday's loss to the Cubs.
7:10 AM - Patrick Corbin (WSH) did not factor into the decision in a loss to the Cubs on Thursday, allowing five runs on eight hits and one walk over 4.1 innings while striking out four.
5:24 PM - Luis Garcia (WSH) (wrist) isn't in the Nationals' lineup for Thursday's game against the Cubs, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
5:21 PM - Joey Gallo (WSH) isn't in Washington's lineup for Thursday's game against the Cubs, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
7:03 PM - Trevor Williams (WSH) (elbow) is scheduled to be activated from the 60-day injured list to start Friday against the Cubs, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
6:33 PM - Joey Gallo (WSH) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Mets.
3:43 PM - Keibert Ruiz (WSH) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's contest versus the Mets, Andrew Golden of The Washington Post reports.
3:41 PM - Luis Garcia (WSH) (wrist) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Mets, Andrew Golden of The Washington Post reports.
2:39 PM - Alex Call (WSH) Dave Martinez said Tuesday that Call (foot) will embark on a rehab assignment soon in hopes of returning before the end of the regular season, Andrew Golden of The Washington Post reports.
6:57 PM - Cade Cavalli (WSH) manager Dave Martinez said Tuesday that Cavalli (elbow) will continue to work through his throwing program but won't pitch in games before the end of the season, Andrew Golden of The Washington Post reports.
6:29 PM - Andres Chaparro (WSH) isn't in the Nationals' lineup for Tuesday's game against the Mets.
6:23 PM - CJ Abrams (WSH) (shoulder) will start at shortstop and bat leadoff Tuesday against the Mets.
11:08 AM - Jake Irvin (WSH) came away with a no-decision in Monday's 2-1 extra-inning loss to the Mets, allowing one run on four hits and a walk through 7.1 innings. He struck out five.
5:23 PM - Trevor Williams (WSH) (elbow) is on track to return from the 60-day injured list this weekend versus the Cubs, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
5:18 PM - CJ Abrams (WSH) (shoulder) is available off the bench for Monday's game against the Mets, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
4:28 PM - CJ Abrams (WSH) (shoulder) is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Mets, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
4:26 PM - Joey Gallo (WSH) is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Mets, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
4:25 PM - Nasim Nunez (WSH) will start at shortstop and bat ninth in Monday's game against the Mets, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
4:23 PM - Luis Garcia (WSH) is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Mets, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
8:08 PM - MacKenzie Gore (WSH) (9-12) picked up the win Sunday against Miami, allowing one unearned run on two hits and two walks across six innings. He struck out five.
11:20 AM - CJ Abrams (WSH) (shoulder) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Marlins, Spencer Nusbaum of The Washington Post reports.
3:17 PM - Andres Chaparro (WSH) isn't in the Nationals' lineup for Saturday's game against Miami.
3:14 PM - CJ Abrams (WSH) (shoulder) isn't in the Nationals' lineup for Saturday's game against the Marlins.
4:18 PM - CJ Abrams (WSH) Nationals scratched Abtrams from the lineup Friday against Miami due to left shoulder soreness, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
3:00 PM - Keibert Ruiz (WSH) is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Marlins.
1:31 PM - Jarlin Susana (WSH) logged a 2.40 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 27 strikeouts in 15 innings over his final three starts for High-A Wilmington.
4:21 PM - Ildemaro Vargas (WSH) will start at third base and bat eighth in Wednesday's game against Atlanta.
4:19 PM - Luis Garcia (WSH) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against Atlanta.
4:16 PM - Joey Gallo (WSH) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against Atlanta.
11:02 AM - MacKenzie Gore (WSH) (8-12) took the loss Tuesday, coughing up seven runs (two earned) on six hits and three walks over 3.2 innings as the Nationals were routed 12-0 by Atlanta. He struck out three.
7:44 PM - Brad Lord (WSH) (hand) was activated from the 7-day injured list Friday.
12:10 PM - CJ Abrams (WSH) went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Sunday's loss to the Pirates.
12:04 PM - Trevor Williams (WSH) (elbow) will make a rehab start for Double-A Harrisburg on Tuesday and remains confident he'll pitch again for the Nationals before the end of the season, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
10:06 AM - Travis Blankenhorn (WSH) Nationals outrighted Blankenhorn to Triple-A Rochester on Sunday.
6:08 PM - Patrick Corbin (WSH) (5-13) took the loss Sunday, allowing seven runs on 10 hits over six innings against the Pirates. He struck out five.
5:12 PM - Jacob Young (WSH) is out of the lineup for the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Pirates.
6:18 PM - DJ Herz (WSH) will not start Friday against the Pirates as the game has been postponed due to inclement weather.
2:39 PM - Travis Blankenhorn (WSH) Nationals designated Blankenhorn for assignment Friday.
2:37 PM - Michael Rucker (WSH) Nationals claimed Rucker off waivers Friday and optioned him to Triple-A Rochester.
4:21 PM - Joey Gallo (WSH) isn't in the Nationals' lineup for Thursday's game against the Pirates.
4:12 PM - Luis Garcia (WSH) is not in the lineup for Thursday's contest in Pittsburgh.
4:10 PM - CJ Abrams (WSH) is not in the lineup for Thursday's game in Pittsburgh.
9:01 AM - MacKenzie Gore (WSH) came away with a no-decision in Wednesday's 4-3 extra-inning loss to the Marlins, allowing one run on one hit and one walk over six innings. He struck out nine.
3:37 PM - Juan Yepez (WSH) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Marlins.
8:27 AM - Joey Gallo (WSH) went 1-for-4 with a three-run homer in Tuesday's 6-2 victory over the Marlins.
6:34 PM - Juan Yepez (WSH) is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Marlins, Bobby Blanco of MASNSports.com reports.
3:46 PM - Cade Cavalli (WSH) (elbow/arm) will throw a 20-to-25 pitch bullpen session Tuesday, Bobby Blanco of MASNSports.com reports.
12:23 PM - Robert Hassell III (WSH) Nationals promoted Hassell from Double-A Harrisburg to Triple-A Rochester on Monday, Bobby Blanco of MASNSports.com reports.
9:57 AM - Derek Law (WSH) Nationals activated Law (elbow) from the 15-day injured list Monday, Andrew Golden of Washington Post reports.
5:39 PM - Orlando Ribalta (WSH) Nationals optioned Ribalta to Triple-A Rochester on Sunday.
12:32 PM - Joey Gallo (WSH) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Cubs.
12:27 PM - Trevor Williams (WSH) Nationals transferred Williams (elbow) from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL on Sunday.
12:23 PM - Zach Brzykcy (WSH) Nationals recalled Brzykcy from Triple-A Rochester on Sunday.
8:03 PM - DJ Herz (WSH) (2-7) took the loss against the Cubs on Saturday, allowing four runs on three hits and two walks with five strikeouts over 4.2 innings.
1:04 PM - Juan Yepez (WSH) isn't in the Nationals' lineup Saturday versus the Cubs.
1:02 PM - Keibert Ruiz (WSH) isn't in the Nationals' lineup for Saturday's game versus the Cubs.
4:18 PM - Derek Law (WSH) (elbow) will throw to live hitters Saturday, Bobby Blanco of MASNSports.com reports.
4:15 PM - Trevor Williams (WSH) Dave Martinez said Williams (elbow) will throw to live hitters Saturday, Bobby Blanco of MASNSports.com reports.
3:07 PM - Luis Garcia (WSH) is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Cubs.
5:00 PM - Joey Gallo (WSH) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Yankees.
3:16 PM - CJ Abrams (WSH) is absent from the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Yankees, Spencer Nusbaum of The Washington Post reports.
3:01 PM - Orlando Ribalta (WSH) Nationals recalled Ribalta from Triple-A Rochester on Wednesday, Andrew Golden of Washington Post reports.
2:59 PM - Joan Adon (WSH) Nationals placed Adon on the 15-day injured list Wednesday with a right biceps strain, Andrew Golden of Washington Post reports.
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