Nationals Eye Impact Call-Up Amid Struggling Bullpen

The Washington Nationals have faced significant challenges early in the 2025 MLB season, including key injuries and underperformance from some outfielders, particularly Dylan Crews. While rising talents like James Wood and Jacob Young have shown promise, the team is considering a potential Triple-A call-up of Robert Hassell III if outfield struggles persist. However, the most pressing concern has been the bullpen, which has posted a league-worst ERA and repeatedly failed to protect large leads, contributing to the team's losing record. Veterans like Colin Poche and Lucas Sims, brought in to stabilize the bullpen, have instead struggled with command and high ERAs, symbolizing the unit's overall ineffectiveness. Some analysts and fans suggest this Nationals bullpen could be among the worst in franchise history, further highlighting the team's need for solutions both in relief pitching and outfield depth.