Locked On Nationals - Daily Podcast On The Washington Nationals

Ryan Clary makes a compelling case for why the Washington Nationals should keep CJ Abrams despite trade rumors swirling around the All-Star shortstop. He breaks down Abrams' untapped ceiling, three years of team control, and extension potential as reasons to hold firm. Clary contrasts this with his willingness to trade

Ryan Clary breaks down the Washington Nationals' promising offseason position as MLB teams hunt for everyday outfielders—a commodity the Nats have in abundance. With James Wood, Dylan Crews, and Daylen Lile locked in as the future outfield, plus depth pieces like Robert Hassell III and Jacob Young, Washington sits perf

The Washington Nationals are rebuilding their coaching staff with a bold, youth-focused approach. Host Ryan Clary breaks down the hiring of 30-year-old Simon Matthews as pitching coach, highlighting his Driveline Baseball background and data-driven methodology. Matthews comes from the Cincinnati Reds, where he worked u

The Washington Nationals have named Michael Johns as their new bench coach for 2026, bringing another Tampa Bay Rays veteran to the organization. Johns, who served as the Rays' first base coach for two seasons and managed their AAA affiliate, brings extensive player development experience that aligns with the team's re

The MLB GM meetings kick off in Las Vegas with Paul Toboni representing the Washington Nationals for the first time as their top baseball executive. Expect significant trade rumors surrounding All-Stars MacKenzie Gore and C.J. Abrams as teams inquire about their availability. The episode explores what these meetings me

Ryan Clary prepares Nationals fans for the inevitable Mackenzie Gore trade while tempering expectations on the return package. He argues this won't be a franchise-altering deal like the Juan Soto blockbuster, citing Gore's remaining contract years, inconsistency issues, and potential market complications from a Tarik S