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3 starting pitchers the Nationals can't keep around for 2026

The Washington Nationals, powered by the second-worst ERA and defense in Major League Baseball in 2025, need an overhaul of the roster if new head honcho Paul Toboni intends to run a watchable product onto the field for 2026. Here's three names in particular that either need to go, or need to demonstrate serious changes if they're going to stick around.

Mitchell Parker

Mitchell Parker emerged in 2024 as a major surprise, debuting in the big leagues after just four appearances at Triple-A Rochester before going seven scoreless innings with eight strikeouts in just his second start at the MLB level.