The Washington Nationals are optimistic after a 71-win season in 2023, marking a 16-game improvement. This success is particularly promising for a rebuilding team, thanks to the emergence of young position players like James Wood and Dylan Crews.

As the Nationals look to solidify their starting rotation, they have a promising group of young pitchers including Jake Irvin, MacKenzie Gore, DJ Herz, and Mitchell Parker. With veterans Patrick Corbin and Trevor Williams entering free agency, the team will need to invest in a strong front-end starter to complement their young talent.