"Cade Cavalli was named the team's Opening Day starter, leading a rotation that includes Foster Griffin, Jake Irvin, Zack Littell, and Miles Mikolas. Zack Littell may not participate in the first series due to not being fully ramped up."
"The 2026 bullpen for the Washington Nationals has a ton of new faces, with speculation that Clayton Beeter will get the first look at closing games. A closer-by-committee approach is anticipated, with Cole Henry also in the mix for early save chances."
"After the demotion of Harry Ford to AAA Rochester, the Nationals will stick with Keibert Ruiz and Drew Millas as catchers. The front office has given Millas a chance to play more, while Riley Adams will split time in the minors."
The Washington Nationals are set to begin the 2026 season with a lineup that includes Cade Cavalli as the Opening Day starter. The starting rotation features familiar names, while the bullpen introduces several new players. The team is expected to adopt a closer-by-committee approach, with Clayton Beeter likely getting the first opportunity. The catching duties will be handled by Keibert Ruiz and Drew Millas, following the demotion of Harry Ford. The infield includes a mix of young talent and established players.
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