About this episode
Washington Nationals name Cade Cavalli the Opening Day starter—does this signal a breakout 2026 for the young ace? Ryan Clary spotlights Cavalli’s electric spring, new pitch arsenal, and why he’s poised to become the staff’s All-Star-caliber leader. With fresh analytics, a youthful coaching approach led by Blake Butera, and improved health, could Cavalli anchor one of MLB’s most progressive pitching rotations? Attention shifts to the hotly contested first base battle, as Luis Garcia Jr., Andrés Chaparro, and Abi Ortiz vie for the starting job with spring training winding down. Ryan Clary also explores the intriguing path for defensive standout Nasim Nunez to crack the everyday lineup, the impact of small ball, and key questions about CJ Abrams’ and Garcia’s potential defensive shifts. Nationals fans—will these roster moves unlock a new era of competitiveness in D.C.?
00:00 Cavalli Is Your Opening Day Starter!
05:03 Cade Cavalli's Promising Breakout
06:55 Nationals' Pitching Transformation Analysis
10:51 Cavalli Earns Opening Day Start
11:30- Nasim Nunez''s 2026 Outlook
19:33 Defensive Stars, Offensive Struggles
20:27 Nationals' Infield Decisions Loom
23:57 Nationals' First Base Uncertainty
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