Washington Nationals

At a Glance

Introduction

The Washington Nationals franchise began play in 1969 as the Montreal Expos, becoming the first Major League Baseball team based outside the United States. The Expos developed a strong identity during their 36 seasons in Montreal, producing stars such as Gary Carter, Andre Dawson, Tim Raines, and Vladimir Guerrero. After years of uncertainty surrounding the franchise’s future, the team relocated to Washington, D.C., for the 2005 season and became the Nationals, bringing National League baseball back to the nation’s capital for the first time since 1971.

The Nationals emerged as a consistent contender during the 2010s behind a talented core that included Ryan Zimmerman, Stephen Strasburg, Bryce Harper, Max Scherzer, Anthony Rendon, and Juan Soto. Washington captured four National League East division titles between 2012 and 2017 before breaking through in 2019, winning the franchise’s first National League pennant and World Series championship after defeating the Houston Astros in seven games. This hub brings together the franchise’s greatest players, historic seasons, statistical leaders, all-time rosters, and other resources covering the history of the Montreal Expos and Washington Nationals.

Franchise Stats

Single Season Batting Leaders

Single Season Pitching Leaders

Career Batting Leaders

Career Pitching Leaders

Best Players

20 Greatest Washington Nationals of All-Time

Washington Nationals Best Single Seasons

Players

Washington Nationals All-Time Roster

Player Profiles