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Nationals prepare for offseason focus
Nationals aim for playoff readiness after 2026 season ends.
In brief
Nationals aim for playoff readiness after 2026 season ends. Nationals hope pitching improvements and young talent will create a playoff-caliber team for 2027. Originally reported by The Banner.
Season ends
Nationals players handed envelopes to attendants after Game 162 ended.
Offseason prep
Boxes near lockers ready to pack gear for players' new locations.
2026 season highlights
Nationals won most games since 2019 with a 77-85 record.
Manager Butera
Manager Blake Butera praised team's effort and openness to new coaching staff.
Player connections
Players bond over chess and card games to stay connected through fantasy football.
2027 outlook
Nationals hope pitching improvements merge with hitters to create playoff-caliber team.
Here's the gist
Nationals hope pitching improvements and young talent will create a playoff-caliber team for 2027.
