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Nationals Revamp Farm System Ahead of Crucial 2026 Season

10/22/2025

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Story summary

Mike Rizzo, Washington Nationals’ general manager, departed, and Paul Toboni, president of baseball operations, leads a farm-system revamp.
Key prospects include Eli Willits, Travis Sykora, and Jarlin Susana, with eight players in the Arizona Fall League.
Seaver King struggled in 2025 and needs a bounce-back season.
Andry Lara and Elijah Green face challenges but show growth potential.
The 2026 season will be crucial for development and the Nationals’ future.

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Story summary

Mike Rizzo, Washington Nationals’ general manager, departed, and Paul Toboni, president of baseball operations, leads a farm-system revamp.
Key prospects include Eli Willits, Travis Sykora, and Jarlin Susana, with eight players in the Arizona Fall League.
Seaver King struggled in 2025 and needs a bounce-back season.
Andry Lara and Elijah Green face challenges but show growth potential.
The 2026 season will be crucial for development and the Nationals’ future.