Washington Nationals (WSH)
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Draft lottery outlook
Final lottery seed: No. 12 — a 1.1% chance at the No. 1 pick and an expected pick of 11.5.
Full draft order & lottery simulator →Frequently asked questions
What is the Washington Nationals magic number right now?
The Washington Nationals have been mathematically eliminated from MLB playoff contention this season.
What is a magic number in baseball?
A magic number is the combined total of team wins and chasing-team losses that guarantees a playoff spot. When it reaches 0, the spot is clinched no matter what happens in the remaining games.
When did the Washington Nationals last make the playoffs?
The Washington Nationals last made the MLB playoffs in 2019. They have missed 7 straight postseasons.
When did the Washington Nationals last win the World Series?
The Washington Nationals have won the World Series once, in 2019.
How often are these numbers updated?
Standings and magic numbers on Sports Magic Numbers refresh throughout the day and after every MLB game, so the numbers here reflect the live playoff race.