Fansided · Feb 27
Nationals facing familiar issues with second straight spring training defeat
Feb 25, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Washington Nationals manager Blake Butera looks on against the New York Yankees at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images | Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn ImagesThe Washington Nationals suffered another defeat on Thursday afternoon, and unfortunately for us fans, it was a familiar feeling that we have grown accustomed to over the last few seasons. Between Thursday's loss to the Philadelphia Phillies and Wednesday's defeat to the New York Yankees, the Nationals might be revealing some true flaws that have yet to be ironed out.