Nationals Could Consider Trading Dylan Crews

The Washington Nationals have kept Dylan Crews available in trade discussions, with teams around the league expressing interest, as of November 11, 2026. The possibility has drawn attention after Washington committed to center fielder Jacob Young this offseason, while Daylen Lile and James Wood are viewed as fixtures in the other outfield spots.

President of baseball operations Paul Toboni has made several significant trades since taking charge. In December 2025, Washington sent reliever Jose A. Ferrer to Seattle for catching prospect Harry Ford, despite Ferrer emerging as a potential closer. The Nationals later set a major league record for blown saves in a season, while Ford could become a long-term answer behind the plate.

Toboni also traded left-hander MacKenzie Gore to Texas for five prospects ranked among that organization’s top 30. At the 2026 deadline, Washington dealt Curtis Mead to Boston for left-handed starter Connelly Early, who missed the season with an injury. The Nationals also traded Luis Garcia Jr., receiving two top-30 prospects and two major league relievers.

Those moves indicate the front office is willing to exchange established or promising players to address other roster needs and build for the future. With Young signed, Crews could be viewed as a valuable trade piece. If another team offers a return Washington considers worthwhile, Crews could be playing elsewhere in 2027, though no deal is certain.