Elevating Talent: How Data Will SHAPE the 2026 Washington Nationals

In this episode of Locked on Nationals, Ryan Clary explores the potential impact of the new regime under Paul Toboni on key players. James Wood, C.J. Abrams, and MacKenzie Gore are highlighted as potential beneficiaries of the data-driven approach. The discussion delves into how analytics could help these players reach their full potential, addressing specific areas for improvement. Ryan also explains what data and analytics mean for the Nationals, covering concepts like pitch design, hitting adjustments, and player development strategies. The episode emphasizes the importance of analytics in maximizing player performance and how it could shape the team's future success.      0:00 Intro: New era under Paul Toboni 5:44 CJ Abrams' potential under new regime 12:51 FanDuel and Monarch Money sponsorships 14:54 Data and analytics in baseball explained 21:33 GameTime app for buying game tickets 22:34 Pitch design and hitting adjustments 27:10 Outro: Upcoming minor league player improvements Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11 Follow Locked On Nationals on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LO_Nationals  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run Your Game. Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLB   Rugiet Ready to level up your confidence ? Head to https://rugiet.com and use promo code LOCKEDONMLB for 15% off your first order.  Monarch Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at https://monarch.com/lockedonmlb for 50% off your first year. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)