Nationals 2026 Season Preview: James Wood Superstar Leap, Cade Cavalli Breakout & Trade Deadline Chaos

The Washington Nationals enter the 2026 MLB season with a new front office, a new manager, and a ton of uncertainty. In this episode of the Nats Minutecast Podcast, we break down the biggest storylines shaping the season: Can James Wood become a true superstar? Is Cade Cavalli ready to anchor the rotation? And how aggressive will the Nationals be at the trade deadline? We also dive into Dylan Crews’ development, defensive struggles, and what the Nationals’ new data-driven approach means for the future. If you're a Nats fan, this is your ultimate season preview. BLEAV IN NATIONALS: https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-nationals/ NATS MINUTECAST: https://bleav.com/shows/nats-minutecast-with-dan-holmi/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@NatsMinuteCastPodcast Righteous Felon Craft Jerky – Snack Smarter! Looking for a high-protein, keto-friendly snack? Try Righteous Felon Craft Jerky — premium Black Angus beef, hormone & antibiotic-free, with flavors like O.G. Hickory! Get 15% OFF your order using promo code MINUTECAST: righteousfelon.com/?ref=MINUTECAST Snack smart. Stay fueled. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.