Nationals announce 31-year-old Ani Kilambi as new general manager

The Washington Nationals officially introduced the newest member of their front office on Thursday, 31-year-old Ani Kilambi, the team’s new general manager and the youngest the Nationals have had in more than 50 years.

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On Friday, FOX 5 spoke with the newest member of the Nationals front office — their general manager, 31-year-old Ani Kilambi. He is the latest young leader that team owner Mark Lerner is turning to as he looks to rebuild the franchise.

Pete Alonso signing with Baltimore Orioles on 5-year deal: Reports

Alonso won the National League Rookie of the Year Award with the Mets in 2019, and is the franchise's all-time leader in home runs. Now the Polar Bear heads to the American League, according to reports.

Guardians pitchers indicted in gambling scheme involving MLB games

Federal officials indicted two Major League Baseball pitchers on charges related to an alleged gambling scheme concocted to rig bets on games during the season.

Blake Butera to be named Nationals new manager: report

The Washington Nationals are set to name Blake Butera as their next manager, MLB.com reported Thursday.

Mike Greenwell, Red Sox Hall of Famer, dies at 62

The outfielder was a two-time All-Star and was inducted into the Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame in 2008.

Robot umpires coming to MLB in 2026 under new challenge system

Major League Baseball will introduce robot umpires in 2026 after its competition committee approved the Automated Ball-Strike System.

Nationals to honor first responders, service members in remembrance of 9/11

The Washington Nationals will recognize first responders and service members with a number of events this weekend for the team's upcoming series against the Pittsburgh Pirates, according to the team.

Davey Johnson, 1986 Mets World Series manager, dies at 82

Johnson won two World Series as a player with the Baltimore Orioles, and managed the New York Mets to the championship in 1986.

Nationals make moves on players after firing GM, team manager following losing season

It’s been one month since the Washington Nationals fired longtime General Manager Mike Rizzo and Manager Davey Martinez, creating a chaotic past 30 days with minimal highs and many lows.

Jen Pawol will become 1st MLB female umpire this weekend

Jen Pawol is serving as an umpire for games between the Miami Marlins and the Atlanta Braves this weekend.