The Washington Nationals are going to look a lot different in 2026 than they did to end their tumultuous 2025 season, and fans of the organization like myself are thanking their lucky stars. Nobody knows if the approach by the Nationals to hire a bunch of young yet touted coaching prospects will work out, but it's a worthwhile gamble by the franchise.
For years, the Nationals had been looked at as an organization that was a bit behind the times with regard to hitting practices, pitching practices, and of course multiple aspects of player development, scouting, and drafting.