WSH-NYM Sunday game start time moved up to 1:05 p.m. ET
The Nationals-Mets matchup on September 27, 2026 has been rescheduled to an earlier first pitch of 1:05 p.m. ET.

The MLB game between the Washington Nationals and New York Mets scheduled for September 27, 2026 has had its start time moved earlier to 1:05 p.m. ET. Start time changes of this nature are commonly driven by weather considerations or broadcast scheduling. Bettors and fantasy players should note the adjusted first pitch when planning lineups or wagers.
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Riley Adams among players electing minor league free agency as 2026 season ends
Riley Adams and others outrighted off 40-man rosters in 2026 have elected minor league free agency, per MLB Trade Rumors' Mark Polishuk, with more expected to follow.

Nationals designate Chase Hampton for assignment after brief waiver claim
Washington designated RHP Chase Hampton and optioned Luis Perales to Triple-A Rochester, per Mark Polishuk of MLB Trade Rumors, clearing a spot for Connelly Early's IL activation.

Nationals set to activate Connelly Early from 60-day IL for Saturday start vs. Mets
Washington is expected to reinstate LHP Connelly Early ahead of Saturday's game vs. New York, per Mark Zuckerman of Nats Journal — his first appearance in a Nationals uniform.

Nationals and Cade Cavalli reportedly agree to contract extension
Washington and Cade Cavalli have reportedly agreed to a contract extension, per the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast, with no club announcement yet made.

Nasim Nuñez sets Washington Nationals single-season stolen base record
Nasim Nuñez has broken the Washington Nationals' single-season stolen base record, per MLB.com, though the final total was not specified in the announcement.

Cade Cavalli reportedly signs extension with the Nationals, per MLBTR podcast
The Nationals and RHP Cade Cavalli have reportedly reached a contract extension, per the MLB Trade Rumors podcast; terms have not been announced.
