Locked On Nationals - Daily Podcast On The Washington Nationals

Ryan grades the Nats offseason today as we have made some impactful signings, and some trades, but overall has it been good? Also, we get into some needs after the Nats have addressed some of them this offseason, but they still need more.    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rocket Money Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to  RocketM...

As we are on to 2025, we of course have to come up with some New Year's Resolutions for the Nats! Ryan Shares his top resolutions here. Also, we get into some bold predictions for the Nats at the prospect level, and of course the MLB level.    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rocket Money Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to  Rocke...

The Washington Nationals signed DH Josh Bell over the last week, while also re-signing RHP Trevor Williams. But, does this move alongside the other acquisitions get the Nats into Postseason contention?    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! Rocket Money Can...

The Nats have acquired former Gold Glove & Silver Slugger 1B Nathaniel Lowe from the Texas Rangers. How big of an addition will this be and does this get the Nats over the hump?    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! Rocket Money Cancel your unwanted subscr...

The Washington Nationals have a dilemma, and their All-Star shortstop CJ Abrams is at the forefront of it. Should the Nats consider an extension now, or wait and roll the dice later on in his career? Also, we discuss MacKenzie Gore and his position heading into 2025.    Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11   Follow Locked On Nationals on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/LO_N...

The Nats signed former All Star Michael Soroka to a one year deal and plan for him to be in the starting rotation come Opening Day. But, with his injury history, where does he fit in BEST and will he be a starter for the full season? Also, the Nats  missed out on Christian Walker and we discuss that here.    Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11   Follow Locked On National...

Ryan takes a trip down memory lane today as he ranks the top 5 most meaningful Washington Nationals since 2010. Then, we get into a discussion about how the Nats could seek veg=teran help with a big left-handed bat.    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! Ro...

The offseason continues for Major League Baseball, and the Nats are still stagnant... Nats fans are frustrated and Ryan explains why you should feel that way! We then look down at the Minors and highlight Travis Sykora's 2024 campaign, and Ryan tells you why you shouldn't be shocked if he makes the jump to the Bigs in 2025.    Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11   Follow...

As the Washington Nationals have the #1 overall pick, do you think they have an easy decision to make selecting Ethan Holliday? We then discuss the Nats free agency, and the lack of rumors so far. Could the Nats sit this free agency out?    Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11   Follow Locked On Nationals on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/LO_Nationals   Support Us By Suppo...

The Washington Nationals land the #1 overall pick after they won the draft lottery, and things are finally starting to look up! Could the Nats try and cut a deal at #1 overall? Also, we give you the latest Nats rumors.    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!...

Juan Soto has signed a 15-year deal with the New York Mets and today might be the worst day for Nats fans. How down bad are you after this massive breaking news? Well, do the Nats now have a lane to land Pete Alonso? Ryan tells you why the chances are even lower now.    Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11   Follow Locked On Nationals on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/LO_N...

As the Nats haven't made a significant move yet in free agency, who do you think has the most ability to breakout in 2025? Ryan discusses this and then takes a deep dive into the state of the bullpen.    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! Gametime Download...

Christian Walker has been a name linked to the Nats for quite some time, and Ryan has always been opposed to signing him. Well, his mind has changed. He wants Christian Walker and thinks it makes the most sense for the club. Ryan weighs the pros & cons of signing the gold glove 1B here.    Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11   Follow Locked On Nationals on Twitter:  http...

Ryan opens up today's show discussing why Major League Baseball should absolutely have a salary cap & salary floor in place. Then, we get into Davey Martinez's tenure with the Nats... should he be on the hot seat entering 2025? Lastly, the Golden At Bat rule that MLB may consider is DUMB.   Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11   Follow Locked On Nationals on Twitter:  htt...

Every team has a need heading into free agency, but we list 4 MUST haves for the Washington Nationals if they think they can contend. Where does a power bat 1B rank on this list? Which prospects would you buy stock into right now?    Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11   Follow Locked On Nationals on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/LO_Nationals   Support Us By Supporting O...

Teams have met with Scott Boras about Juan Soto and offers are about to start coming in, and the Nats simply won't be one of those contending teams. Ryan is joined by Bobby Blanco to discuss that. Also, will the Nats have a payroll higher than 18th in all of baseball entering 2025?    Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11   Follow Locked On Nationals on Twitter:  https://t...

There's two roads the Nats could go down after making the Kyle Finnegan move... This could either set them up for a massive offseason OR  a dud of an offseason. Which is most likely? Ryan then makes his case, again, for why he expects the Nats to make a splash trade. Lastly, the Nats offseason rumor mill continues to go round and round.    Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ryancla...

What a WILD way to start the offseason for the Nats as they have non-tendered their All-Star closer Kyle Finnegan. Does this bode well for the Nats to have a huge offseason? Hint: it does not.    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! Gametime Download the Gam...

Dylan Crews is going to be a stud for your Washington Nationals, but with his sky-high ceiling... How confident are you that he'll reach that? Ryan gives his answer on a 1-10 scale for you here. Circling back to the Kyle Finnegan trade rumors, Ryan isn't happy with the rumors and more importantly the timing of it.    Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11   Follow Locked On...

Jon Morosi of MLB Network stated that the Nats have taken calls on All-Star closer Kyle Finnegan. But, is now the right time to move off of the closer? Ryan is joined by Bobby Blanco from MASN Sports to discuss that rumor. If the Nats were to move off anyone this offseason, which Nats would Bobby & Ryan consider?    Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11   Follow Locked On...

The Nats will be in the market for starting pitchers this offseason, and Ryan gives you 3 names to keep an eye on as the hot stove is starting to heat up. Hint: there's a former Cy-Young winner in the conversation. The 2010's were filled with great moments, but the MLB Draft wasn't one of them. Ryan ranks the top 5 most disappointing 1st round picks from the 2010's.    Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter...

Ryan is joined today by Bennett Lehmann from District On Deck to discuss the Nats and the massive offseason they have. What's at the top of their wishlist? Is it a veteran bat, or a starting pitcher? Also, how much faith do they have in Mike Rizzo?    Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11   Follow Locked On Nationals on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/LO_Nationals   Support...

The Nats have a lot of under the radar type of players, but which two players take the crown of being the most underrated? Speaking of underrated, what are some underrated needs for the Nats this offseason?    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! HIMS Hims i...

The Washington Nationals have a ton of young talent with a lot to prove, but who has the MOST to prove? Ryan gives you a pitcher & position player to keep an eye on. Which free agents are you buying or selling that the Nats will chase in free agency? Lastly, we update you on Robert Hassell III's hot Arizona Fall League stint.    Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11   Foll...

The Washington Nationals have a big offseason ahead, and CJ Abrams and a potential extension is at the front of that. Should the Nats extend the young shortstop? Ryan is joined by Stephen Newman from District On Deck to discuss that today. Also, Ryan has a PSA to all Nats fans out there and it's about Juan Soto!   Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11   Follow Locked On Na...