ORLANDO, Fla. – The Nationals entered the 2025 Winter Meetings on the heels of a notable trade , and they continued to be at the center of trade buzz this week in Orlando.

In the Nats’ first Winter Meetings led by president of baseball operations Paul Toboni and manager Blake Butera, the club addressed rumors of interest in left-hander MacKenzie Gore and shortstop CJ Abrams, building around its current roster and filling specific needs via trades or free agency.

Looking at their long-term development, the Nats concluded the Winter Meetings by making seven picks in the Rule 5 Draft to bolster their Minor League system.

BIGGEST REMAINING NEEDS

Starting pitching : While the Nationals have six potential starting pitchers as the roster stands, there is a possibility Gore will be moved,

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