"It's been a disappointing season for the Nats for a few reasons. The expectation was for this team to take a step in the direction of competing in the National League, but it has instead struggled to win 60 games. The roster has struggled in all facets of the game, and a few players are making their final appearances in a Nats uniform this week."
"Acquired in 2021 from the San Diego Padres, Thompson has flashed potential but battled injuries in recent seasons. In 2023, he recorded a career high of 54 innings pitched, but would undergo Tommy John Surgery soon after. In his return from injury in 2025, he's posted an 11.81 ERA in 14 games with 12 walks. In most outings, Thompson has struggled with the command of his pitches."
"Signed this past offseason to provide a veteran presence in the clubhouse for the Nats, Paul DeJong didn't precisely fit the mold this season. While not entirely his fault, DeJong missed a large portion of the season after being hit by a pitch in the face. Paul has played just 54 games for the Nats and has hit .234/.273/.659 with six home runs and 23 RBI."
The Washington Nationals passed the 90-loss mark with two series remaining in 2025, falling far short of expectations to contend in the National League. The team struggled to reach even 60 wins as the roster underperformed across all facets of the game. Mason Thompson, acquired in 2021, flashed potential but battled injuries and underwent Tommy John surgery; in 2025 he returned with an 11.81 ERA in 14 games and 12 walks, showing persistent command issues and a possible assignment to Triple-A in 2026. Paul DeJong, signed to provide a veteran clubhouse presence, missed much of the season after being hit by a pitch in the face and slashed .234/.273/.659 with six homers and 23 RBI in 54 games.
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