The Washington Nationals are eyeing improvements to their pitching staff this offseason, with veteran closer Kyle Finnegan as the only high-salary player. With Patrick Corbin and Trevor Williams entering free agency, the team has opportunities to add experienced pitchers to guide their younger talents.

MacKenzie Gore shows promise as a potential ace, while rookies DJ Herz and Mitchell Parker have made solid contributions. The future looks bright with other young pitchers like Josiah Gray and Jackson Rutledge. Additionally, top prospect Travis Sykora has impressed in the Minor Leagues, showcasing exceptional strikeout rates and strong overall performance.