It’s the tail end of Spring Training for teams around the league, and while the Washington Nationals are preparing for their home and home exhibition series with the Orioles, the front office is busy making some very tough decisions.
On paper, the Nats are having a "good" spring, as they currently lead the MLB in Spring Training ERA at a sparkling 3.00. But if you look closer at the latest transactions, and a much more confusing picture of the 2026 season begins to emerge. Paul Toboni and Blake Butera aren't just beating around the bush, they’re making decisions that are leaving fans scratching their heads.