Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Volume 1 | Issue 37
Washington Nationals Bullpen Blow 38 Saves | September 9, 2026 | Morning Briefing
Washington Nationals’ Bullpen Sets Single-Season Record With 38 Blown Saves
Start your day with the latest Washington Nationals stories, notes, prospect profiles, and more for Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
Washington Nationals’ Bullpen Sets Single-Season Record With 38 Blown Saves
The Nationals set a Major League record for most blown saves in a single season during a deflating 5-4 loss to the Padres. Washington held a 4-1 lead entering the top of the eighth inning but couldn’t hold on.
Three Things To Know This Morning
Three things to know this morning
Washington Nationals Bullpen Blow 38 Saves
Not a record that you want to be known for, but with the loss to the San Diego Padres last night, the Washington Nationals blew their 38 save of the year
Eli Willits gets called up to Double-A Harrisburg
Yesterday afternoon, the number one MLB draft pick of 2025 was promoted to double-A Harrisburg
Washington Nationals Wrap up West Coast Road Trip
This afternoon the Washington Nationals will wrap up their west coast road trip when they face the San Diego Padres. First pitch is at 4:10 p.m. EDT
Can the offense keep it rolling?
Set up the matchup, player trend, or tactical note that frames the day.
RHP Matt Waldron
Injury: Chest inflammation
IL date: Sept. 8 (retroactive to Sept. 5)
Expected return: Late September or 2027
Status: Experienced chest pain recently, undergoing tests out of caution. (Last updated: Sept. 8)
Eli Willits
Nationals’ 2025 first-round pick and No. 1 overall selection, Eli Willits, made his Double-A debut with the Harrisburg Senators last night.
Nationals game context
Game time, probable pitchers, broadcast notes, and affiliate schedule.
Washington Nationals Manager Blake Butera
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Last night the Washington Nationals bullpen set a single season record of blowing 38 saves.