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 THE LEAD 

Everything To Know For MLB's Spring Breakout Series

Following a triumphant launch last year, MLB’s wildly popular Spring Breakout series is back for an encore in 2025 that promises to be packed with talent.

This year’s matchups kick off on Thursday, March 13, with 16 games spread across four days, showcasing top minor league stars like Roman Anthony, Kristian Campbell, Jesus Made, Leodalis De Vries, and many others.

The Washington Nationals' top prospects will play in two games this year. One game will be against the prospects of the Houston Astros (March 14, 2025, at 2:05 p.m.), and one will be against the prospects of the New York Mets (March 16, 2025, at 5:05 p.m. EST).

The Washington Nationals' Spring Breakout prospect squad showcases several of the organization’s premier pitching talents, including flame-throwing prospect Jarlin Susana. With the ability to surpass 102 mph on the radar gun, Susana is joined by recently acquired prospect Tyler Stuart and prospect Brad Lord. On the positional front, the lineup is bolstered by a robust group of prospects, including Brady House, Seaver King, and Luke Dickerson. One top prospect that is notably missing is Robert Hassell III, who I am thinking that he might be with the Major League team in Charlotte, FL, as the Nationals will face the Tampa Bay Rays.

 theFUTURE | ROCHESTER RED WINGS SEASON PREVIEW

Rochester Red Wings Spring Preview III: Infielders

As part of our ongoing series, we’re now turning our attention to the infielders who might be taking the field for the Rochester Red Wings, the Triple-A affiliate. Having already covered starting pitching and relievers in previous installments, we’re diving into the latest chapter of our series with a closer look at the potential infield talent heading to Rochester. Read More

Be sure to follow our Red Wing Report throughout the season for in-depth coverage of the Washington Nationals’ Triple-A squad, the Rochester Red Wings, as we explore all the key details and developments.

 WASHINGTON NATIONALS SPRING TRAINING 2025 COVERAGE

Nationals make first cuts of Spring Training Camp.

Yesterday, the Washington Nationals made their initial spring training cuts, sending right-handers Daison Acosta, Marquis Grissom Jr., Jack Sinclair, Tyler Stuart, and Jarlin Susana, along with catchers Caleb Lomavita and Max Romero, to minor league camp.

Manager Davey Martinez praised the performances of the young players assigned to minor league camp, saying, “We had some young arms who really impressed with how well they threw. Now, as we focus on stretching out our starters and giving other pitchers multi-inning looks, it’s time for these guys to prepare for their own seasons. Still, I saw a lot of promising signs. This is the first camp where I’ve truly felt we’re building some real depth. Our young talent is stepping up and making strides, which made it exciting to watch them pitch early on.”

The reassignment of Jarlin Susana—ranked as the Nats’ No. 3 prospect and No. 78 overall in baseball according to MLB Pipeline’s latest list—wasn’t a surprise. Still, it’s a shame we’ll see less of the towering 6-foot-6, 235-pound fireballer who commands attention every time he takes the mound. There’s still a chance he could be summoned from minor league camp for games, including one of the two Spring Breakout showcases next week.

 ANALYSIS

Can Robert Hassell III be the Nationals’ Breakout Prospect of the Year?

Robert Hassell III is hot as the Washington Nationals kick off their 2025 spring training. From a Nationals fan’s perspective, it’s the kind of spark that’s been missing since his prospect star dimmed a bit in recent years. The 23-year-old outfielder, once a top-50 prospect and a key piece in the Juan Soto trade, has come out swinging, posting a blistering .571 batting average through his first 14 at-bats as of February 27, 2025. With eight hits, including three doubles, a home run, 5 RBIs, and a stolen base—plus a jaw-dropping diving catch in center field—Hassell is making a loud case that he’s ready to reclaim his status as one of baseball’s brightest young talents.

This hot streak isn’t just a flash in the pan; it’s a continuation of the momentum he built in the Arizona Fall League last year, where he hit .281/.360/.517 with seven doubles and four homers over 22 games. For Nationals fans, watching Hassell tear it up feels like a redemption arc in the making—proof that the injuries and struggles of the past few seasons haven’t doused his fire. So far, his 1.571 OPS in spring training signals that the left-handed hitter’s elite bat speed and plate discipline are back in full force. If he keeps this up, Hassell could force his way into the big-league conversation, which would be an interesting development as the Nationals seem to have already their outfield set for the season.

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SPEED READS

What we think the Washington Nationals front office is reading

📌 MLB Pipeline’s complete updated list of the Nationals’ top 30 prospects (MLB) 

📌 Top prospects Schultz, Smith dazzle on the mound (MiLB) 

📌 Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong and Too $hort Invest in Oakland Minor League Baseball Team (Billbord)