Washington Nationals

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57 seasons | 4331-4665 (.481) | 1 Championship

The Washington Nationals have played since 1969, a total of 57 seasons. The franchise's all-time record is 4,331-4,665 (.481). They have won 1 World Series title. The franchise has played under more than one name or in more than one city: Montreal Expos and Washington Nationals.

W (Wins):
Games credited to a pitcher whose team took a lead it never surrendered while he was the pitcher of record.
L (Losses):
Games charged to the pitcher of record when the opposing team took a lead it never surrendered.
Win% (Winning Percentage):
Wins divided by games decided.

Data updated

🏆 Championships (1)

2019 Washington Nationals 4-3

📊 Quick Stats

57 Seasons
4331 Wins
4665 Losses
.481 Win %
1 Titles
6 Playoffs

📈 Best & Worst Single Seasons

Best BA — 1994 .277 4% above the 1994 NL average (.266)
Worst BA — 1972 .233 6% below the 1972 NL average (.248)
Best ERA — 2014 3.03 17% better than the 2014 NL average (3.66)
Worst ERA — 2025 5.35 27% worse than the 2025 NL average (4.22)
Most R — 2019 873 13% above the 2019 NL average (774 R)
Fewest R — 2020 293 4% above the 2020 NL average (282 R)

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⭐ All-Time Leaders

Top players by games played (min 100 games)

1
Ryan Zimmerman 2005-2021
2
Tim Wallach 1980-1992
3
Gary Carter 1974-1992
4
Tim Raines 1979-2001
5
Andre Dawson 1976-1986

More Notable Players

Jose Vidro (1997-2006) Warren Cromartie (1974-1983) Vladimir Guerrero (1996-2003) Larry Parrish (1974-1981) Bob Bailey (1969-1975) Andres Galarraga (1985-2002) Ian Desmond (2009-2015) Bryce Harper (2012-2018) Anthony Rendon (2013-2019) Orlando Cabrera (1997-2004) Chris Speier (1977-1984) Jayson Werth (2011-2017) Danny Espinosa (2010-2016) Brian Schneider (2000-2007) Rondell White (1993-2000) Ron Fairly (1969-1974) Tim Foli (1972-1977) Marquis Grissom (1989-1994) Mike Lansing (1993-1997) Larry Walker (1989-1994) Mike Jorgensen (1972-1977) Tom Foley (1986-1995) Brad Wilkerson (2001-2005) Wil Cordero (1992-2005) Hubie Brooks (1985-1989) Darrin Fletcher (1992-1997) Ellis Valentine (1975-1981) Trea Turner (2015-2021) Mike Fitzgerald (1985-1991) Moises Alou (1990-1996) Luis Garcia (2020-2025) Wilson Ramos (2010-2016) Michael Taylor (2014-2020) Juan Soto (2018-2022) Jerry White (1974-1983) Spike Owen (1989-1992) Cristian Guzman (2005-2010) Michael Barrett (1998-2003) Delino DeShields (1990-1993) Victor Robles (2017-2024) Rusty Staub (1969-1979) Ron Hunt (1971-1974) Mark Grudzielanek (1995-1998) Adam LaRoche (2011-2014) Nick Johnson (2004-2009)

🏆 Playoff History (10)

2019
Washington Nationals NLCS
Won
2019
Washington Nationals NLDS1
Won
2019
Washington Nationals NLWC
Won
2019
Washington Nationals WS
Won
2017
Washington Nationals NLDS2
Lost
2016
Washington Nationals NLDS2
Lost
2014
Washington Nationals NLDS1
Lost
2012
Washington Nationals NLDS1
Lost
1981
Montreal Expos NEDIV
Won
1981
Montreal Expos NLCS
Lost

📅 Season History

57 seasons on record

Franchise History

Wins per season — gold bars are World Series wins, silver are pennants.

2025 Washington Nationals 66-96 2024 Washington Nationals 71-91 2023 Washington Nationals 71-91 2022 Washington Nationals 55-107 2021 Washington Nationals 65-97 2020 Washington Nationals 26-34 2019 Washington Nationals 93-69 2018 Washington Nationals 82-80 2017 Washington Nationals 97-65 2016 Washington Nationals 95-67 2015 Washington Nationals 83-79 2014 Washington Nationals 96-66 2013 Washington Nationals 86-76 2012 Washington Nationals 98-64 2011 Washington Nationals 80-81 2010 Washington Nationals 69-93 2009 Washington Nationals 59-103 2008 Washington Nationals 59-102 2007 Washington Nationals 73-89 2006 Washington Nationals 71-91

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The Washington Nationals franchise in brief

The Washington Nationals have 4331 wins and 4665 losses in 57 seasons (.481). Name by name, the club has been the Montreal Expos (1969-2004) and the Washington Nationals (2005-2025). The season list starts at 52-110 in 1969 and ends at 66-96 in 2025. The 1 World Series titles came in 2019. The most recent title, in 2019, was a 4-3 Series win. The Washington Nationals reached the postseason in 6 seasons. The latest series in the playoff history is the 2019 NL Championship Series, which the club won.

The franchise's best record came in 1994, 74-40; its poorest in 1969, 52-110. The best team batting average came in 1994, .277, against a league average of .266; the weakest team average, .233, came in 1972. The lowest team ERA was 3.03 in 2014; the 2025 staff was the least effective at 5.35. The 2019 team scored the most runs, 873; the 2020 team scored the fewest, 293. Ryan Zimmerman (2005-2021), Tim Wallach (1980-1992), and Gary Carter (1974-1992) played the most games for the club. The notable players list continues with Jose Vidro, Warren Cromartie, and Vladimir Guerrero. Every season links to its own page, the latest being 2025 Washington Nationals.

Washington Nationals: Frequently Asked Questions

How many World Series have the Washington Nationals won?
The Washington Nationals have won 1 World Series title.
What is the all-time record of the Washington Nationals?
The Washington Nationals are 4,331-4,665 (.481) all-time across 57 seasons.
When were the Washington Nationals founded?
The franchise's first major league season was 1969, and its last was 2025.
What was the best season in Washington Nationals history?
By winning percentage, the franchise's best season was 1994, when the team went 74-40.
Have the Washington Nationals always played in the same city?
No. The franchise has played under these names and cities: Montreal Expos and Washington Nationals.
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