The Washington Nationals had an abysmal 2025 season and we've beat that drum to death. There are many reasons that the year was a disappointment, but the focus is on the future. What took place last season and in previous years should be used as a tool moving forward. What did the Nationals learn from their disappointing season in 2025?
The Nats learned that their internal philosophies must change. Ownership recognized this and fired both Mike Rizzo and Davey Martinez in July of 2025. The timing of the firings was unexpected. Most Nats fans expected Darnell Coles and Jim Hickey to be let go before Davey.