BOTTOM LINE: The Washington Nationals begin a three-game series at home against the Cincinnati Reds on Monday. Washington has a 19-30 record in home games and a 39-60 record overall. The Nationals have gone 31-20 in games when they record eight or more hits.

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This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/nationals as Teams Calling Nationals About Their Ace, GM Says He'll Listen to Offers. The Washington Nationals are going to be sellers this year, but just how much are they willing to give up to add future assets to their organization?

The Philadelphia Phillies are predicted to trade with the Washington Nationals for All-Star closer Kyle Finnegan at the trade deadline.

Xander Bogaerts hit a grand slam in the first inning, Elias Díaz also homered and the San Diego Padres routed the Washington Nationals 8-1 on Sunday.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/rangers as Rangers Named Best Landing Spot for Nationals All-Star Relief Pitcher. The Texas Rangers are currently on the outside looking in on the playoff race in the American League with a 49-49 record entering play on July 19.

Nationals introduce No. 1 Draft pick Eli Willits, Willits discusses being thankful for the opportunity, his goal to be in the MLB by age 20

PITCHING PROBABLES: Padres: Nick Pivetta (9-2, 2.88 ERA, 1.01 WHIP, 122 strikeouts); Nationals: MacKenzie Gore (4-8, 3.02 ERA, 1.20 WHIP, 138 strikeouts) BOTTOM LINE: The Washington Nationals and San Diego Padres play on Sunday with the three-game series tied 1-1.

The Washington Nationals are going to be sellers again this year. Based on what occurred last season, it would have been safe to not assume the direction the pr