Jeff Passan's latest prediction about the 2026 Nationals will make fans shutter

Mar 10, 2026; Jupiter, Florida, USA; Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams (5) looks on from the dugout against the Miami Marlins during the third inning at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images | Sam Navarro-Imagn ImagesThe Washington Nationals are gearing up for the 2026 season, and if their spring training play is any indication, there is a very real chance this could be an ugly season. Obviously, nobody should be expecting the Nationals to actually compete for anything serious, but hopefully the team makes positive strides forward.

So far, that has not proven to be the case at least offensively for many Nationals players, as the offense as a whole…