Welcome to Spring Training Washington Nationals Fans!!

Spring Training brings the promise of a new season and a fresh start. We all know how much was changed around the Washington Nationals organization during this season, however, here is everything that you need to know as we kick off the 2026 Major League Baseball Season.

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Where do the Washington Nationals hold Spring Training?

The Washington Nationals will mark their sixth straight year at the CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches in West Palm Beach, Florida.

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What are the key dates for Washington Nationals Spring Training 2026?

Here are some key dates for Washington Nationals fans around Spring Training:

  • Wednesday, February 11, 2026 - Pitchers and Catchers Report

  • Monday, February 16, 2026 - First full squad workout

  • Saturday, February 21, 2026 - First Spring Training Game (Split-squad which includes a match up against the Houston Astros and the St. Louis Cardinals)

  • Sunday, February 22, 2026 - First official Spring Training Game of the season against the Miami Marlins at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium

  • Monday, February 23, 206 - First official Spring Training Game of the season at home against the Philadelphia Phillies at the CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches

  • Friday, March 4, 2026 - Team Venezuela vs. Washington Nationals at the CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches (World Baseball Classic Exhibition Game)

  • Thursday, March 19, 2026 - Washington Nationals Prospects vs. St. Louis Cardinals Prospects at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium (Spring Breakout)

  • Sunday, March 22, 2026 - Washington Nationals vs. the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards

  • Monday, March 23, 2026 - Baltimore Orioles vs. Washington Nationals at Nationals Park

  • Thursday, March 26, 2026 - Washington Nationals vs. Chicago Cubs (Cubs Home Opener)

How can I watch Washington Nationals Spring Training Games this season?

Washington Nationals games will be broadcasted on Nationals.TV, in partnership with MLB for the production and distribution of games this season. The broadcast team will include play-by-play broadcaster Dan Kolko, analyst Kevin Frandsen and host and reporter Alexa Datt.

The broadcast schedule for all platforms, including radio, can be found here

Which top prospects were invited to Nationals Major League camp?

The Washington Nationals invited several top prospects to Major League camp as non‑roster invitees, including right‑handed pitchers Travis Sykora (No. 54 overall prospect) and Jarlin Susana (No. 80 overall), catcher Caleb Lomavita (Nationals No. 15), infielders Seaver King (No. 10) and Yohandy Morales (No. 26), and outfielder Andrew Pinckney (No. 30).

What is the Washington Nationals Spring Training roster for 2026?

The Washington Nationals Spring Training roster for 2026 includes a mix of returning players and new additions. Current roster players in camp include outfielders James Wood, Dylan Crews, Daylen Lile, and Jacob Young; right‑handed pitchers Cade Cavalli, Josiah Gray, and Brad Lord; and catchers Drew Millas, Keibert Ruiz, and newly acquired Harry Ford.

Here is the full roster

How can fans follow The Nats Report during Spring Training 2026?

Fans can follow The Nats Report’s coverage of the 2026 Washington Nationals Spring Training through our Spring Training Live Blog, where we’ll post updates throughout the day and night.

For the first time in site history, The Nats Report will have a reporter on site covering Spring Training. Fans can also follow The Nats Report on social media for photos, analysis, and real‑time updates.

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