District Territory

The Nationals sorted out more of their 40-man roster this week. We talk through Jose Tena, Mitchell Parker, PJ Poulin and several others to determine whether the Nats need to find an archetypical replacement for those folks, or if they are better off targeting other types of players on the roster. That, plus a discussion of James Wood and CJ Abrams' Silver Slugger nominations.Shop District Merch: https://districtterritoryshop.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Free agency opens on Monday, the World Series is over, and the Nationals are on the hunt to fix a bullpen that set the single-season blown saves record in 2026. They should take cues from their peers with elite bullpens: Usually, you want one big external arm to round things out. The District Territory crew, therefore, looks at 10 names who could fit the bill as the Hot Stove starts to warm up: Evan Phillips, A.J. Puk, Jonathan Loáisiga, Alex Vesia, AJ Minter, Steven Okert, JoJo Romero, Emilio Pagán, Kevin Ginkel and Camilo Doval.Shop District Merch: https://districtterritoryshop.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2026 MLB postseason is officially over, with the Milwaukee Brewers taking down the Tampa Bay Rays to become World Series Champions for the 1st time in franchise history. The District Territory crew sits down to discuss what they saw from each team during the fall classic, as well as what the Nationals can learn from each roster. What moves will need to be made to construct a roster that can clinch a playoff birth next season? Plus, how will an impending lockout impact how teams will spend in free agency, and when will they do so?Shop District Merch: https://districtterritoryshop.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The District Territory crew recaps the first two games of the World Series and looks ahead to the bullpen and offensive matchups that could define this series. Also, a brief chat about the potential for the automated check-swing system. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountShop District Merch: https://districtterritoryshop.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The District Territory crew talks about the top baseball movies ahead of the World Series. Well, talk may be a stretch. One host has seen them, and the other... has not. Talking through Moneyball, Rookie of the Year, A League of Their Own and The Sandlot, among other classics. To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory. That’s it there’s no catch.Shop District Merch: https://districtterritoryshop.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Nationals will need to make some external adds to the bullpen in free agency, but the hot stove won't be the only way their bullpen could get better. The District Territory crew talks through the internal options for Washington, including big-league returns Erik Tolman, Yovanny Cruz, Orlando Ribalta and Josiah Gray, as well as some prospects to get excited about like Jarlin Susana, Ben Grable and Joe Glassey. Do these names strike you as late-inning relievers or future bullpen arms? Let us know in the comments. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountShop District Merch: https://districtterritoryshop.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Washington Nationals will enter this winter with approximately $57.3 million on their books, almost $25 million less than any other major-league team. There should, then, be savvy moves available to augment last year’s 77-85 roster. Otherwise, the Nationals would enter 2027 with a conspicuously paltry payroll, have fans yell at the Lerners, and run it back with a bullpen that just set the single-season record for blown saves. We talk through the budgetary scenarios that could be available and the players available in those buckets. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountShop District Merch: https://districtterritoryshop.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The District Territory crew talks about their ideal starting pitching fits this winter for a national rotation that could use some dependability and certainty, including guys like Max Scherzer, Shota Imanaga, Robbie Ray, Clay Holmes, Matthew Boyd, Kris Bubic and others. The Nationals should have quite a bit of payroll flexibility. The big question is whether or not they will be able to use it on one of these arms. Ready to save time and win more jobs? For a limited time only, our listeners get 50% OFF their first 3 months at HousecallPro.com/FOUL #adShop District Merch: https://districtterritoryshop.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Los Angeles Dodgers, Milwaukee Brewers, and Tampa Bay Rays have punched their tickets to the Championship Series. The District Territory crew breaks down what stood out from each of their Division Series victories. Will the Rays start to unleash more weapons from their bullpen? Should the Dodgers be concerned about their lack of hitting with runners in scoring position? Plus, looking at Game 4 of the White Sox and Guardians ALDS and making predictions on who meets in the World Series. Shop District Merch: https://districtterritoryshop.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The District Territory crew talks about the 40-man and arbitrations decisions ahead, putting up a green or red light on the players who have reached at least three years of service time. This includes decisions and discussions about Josiah Gray, CJ Abrams, Richard Lovelady, Jake Bird, Jake Irvin, Ken Waldichuk, Jacob Young and Mitchell Parker. We also rope in discussion of the Nationals payroll situation, which is set to be the lowest in MLB heading into the winter. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountShop District Merch: https://districtterritoryshop.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.