The first half of the 2026 season has been one of the most exciting stretches in recent memory.

The Nationals have played competitive baseball, stayed in the Wild Card race, and given fans a real reason to believe this team could make noise in the second half. But as the trade deadline approaches and the playoff push begins to take shape, there’s a lot still ahead — and a lot still worth covering.

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The second half is here. The trade deadline is coming. The playoff race is heating up.

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