"The calendar is about to flip to 2026, and we have very little information about the construction of the Washington Nationals' bullpen. While it's not too late to sign free agents, some Nats fans are getting restless as their team hasn't shelled out any contracts. The Nats signed starting pitcher Foster Griffin to a one-year deal and made a few minor league deals."
"The Washington Nationals' bullpen was one of the worst in Major League history to begin the 2025 season. Jose A. Ferrer, who ended up being one of the few productive pitchers for the Nats, had a 7.20 ERA after five appearances. Reliever Colin Poche recorded an 11.42 ERA in 13 appearances. Eduardo Salazar ended the season on the injured list, but recorded an 8.38 ERA through 30 appearances."
"How does Paul Toboni scrap the pieces back together to build a competitive bullpen? A few guys performed well later in the season, specifically PJ Poulin, Clayton Beeter, Konnor Pilkington, and Cole Henry. Clayton Beeter showed impressive stuff towards the end of last season, recording a 2.49 ERA in 24 games with the Nats. He was acquired from the Yankees for Amed Rosario before the trade deadline. He struck out 32 batters in 21.2 innings pitched, flashing some closer"
The Washington Nationals entered the 2026 offseason with minimal free-agent activity and only one notable one-year signing, starter Foster Griffin. The 2025 bullpen performed historically poorly, featuring extreme ERAs from multiple relievers including Jose A. Ferrer's 7.20, Colin Poche's 11.42, Eduardo Salazar's 8.38, and Lucas Sims' 13.86 before being designated for assignment. Jorge Lopez also struggled with a 6.57 ERA in 24.2 innings. Building a reliable relief corps will be a primary offseason priority under Paul Toboni. Late-season contributors Clayton Beeter, PJ Poulin, Konnor Pilkington, and Cole Henry provided encouraging performances to build upon.
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