San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler, players kneel during anthem

Kapler and several of his players knelt during the national anthem before their 6-2 exhibition victory against the Oakland Athletics.

Nationals' Strasburg gets feel for pitching on the road in a pandemic

With all the protocols in place, Stephen Strasburg got a good feel Monday night for what pitching on the road will entail this season during the coronavirus pandemic.

Dr. Anthony Fauci to throw first pitch for Nationals on Opening Day

Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, will throw the first pitch for the Washington Nationals on opening day, the team announced Monday.

Washington Nationals to play 2020 home games at Nationals Park

The Washington Nationals will play their 2020 home games at Nationals Park, officials with the team confirmed to FOX 5.

Washington Nationals cancel Monday morning workout amid COVID-19 concerns

A day after announcing two of their players tested positive for COVID-19, the Washington Nationals have cancelled the team's Monday morning's workout.

Two Washington Nationals players test positive for COVID-19

Two Washington Nationals players have tested positive for COVID-19 ahead of Major League Baseball's return this summer.

31 MLB players, 7 staff test positive for COVID-19, or 1.2%

The positive tests occurred among 19 of the 30 teams, according to results of the samples sent to the Sports Medicine Research and Testing Laboratory in South Jordan, Utah. There were 3,185 samples collected and tested through the first week of intake testing.

Minor League Baseball announces there will be no season for 2020

The MiLB said that the move allows for “our teams to begin planning for an exciting 2021 season of affordable family entertainment.”

Local Minor League Baseball teams looking forward to next year after 2020 season canceled

While some professional sports leagues are on the verge of return, others are moving in the opposite direction. This week Minor League Baseball announced that its 2020 season is officially canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Restaurants near Nationals Park welcoming customers during MLB's fanless return

America’s pastime appears to be on the way back to the nation’s capital. But with Major League Baseball’s announcement that games will resume in mostly empty stadiums, it leaves restaurants that typically rely on business from fans in uncharted territory.

Baseball's back: MLB sets 60-game season, opens July 23 or 24

Major League Baseball issued a 60-game schedule Tuesday night that will start July 23 or 24 in empty ballparks as the sport tries to push ahead amid the coronavirus following months of acrimony.

Fauci cautions MLB against extending season into October amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

MLB players hoped to play through until at least November, but owners believe the already-shortened season should only go on until October. Dr. Anthony Fauci said the major leagues would be wise to wrap up the postseason in September.

Uncertainty over 2020 MLB season rises amid money quarrels

MLB's action was described to The Associated Press by a person familiar with the details who spoke on condition of anonymity because no announcement was authorized.

MLB offers players 80 percent of prorated salaries, 72-game season

Major League Baseball and its players are moving closer — to a deal or to Commissioner Rob Manfred ordering a shortened season without an agreement.

MLB offers players 80% of prorated salaries, 72-game season beginning July 14

Major League Baseball has offered players 80% of their prorated salaries and a 72-game schedule beginning July 14 in an effort to start the pandemic-delayed season, according to details of the proposal obtained by The Associated Press.

Washington Nationals World Series rings unveiled

The Washington Nationals unveiled the 2019 Washington Nationals World Series Championship Ring earlier today.

Nationals cancel virtual championship ring ceremony

The Washington Nationals are canceling their unprecedented virtual championship ring ceremony, but you can still get a sneak peek at the club's new bling this weekend.