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Washington Nationals fans shouldn’t fear the youth movement—could this dynamic new coaching staff finally spark the rebuild? Ryan Clary breaks down why the Nationals’ shift toward younger, analytics-driven coaches like Blake Butera and Simon Matthews represents a bold step away from old-school thinking and puts development at the forefront. The conversation explores the value of energy and innovation in the dugout, compares last year’s staff with the incoming group, and explains how these hires might finally unlock the roster’s young talent. Hot topics include Luis García Jr.’s future in trade rumors, Keibert Ruiz’s contract and possible roster shake-ups, and big questions around first baseman Yo -o Morales and top prospect Eli Willits’ timelines. With winter meetings and potential trades looming, discover what’s next in the Nationals’ quest to build a contender. Will this overhaul finally pay off in D.C.?00:00 Young Nationals Coaching Staff05:50 "Nationals' Futuristic Coaching Hire"08:52 Nationals' Coaching Staff Overhaul15:02 Nationals Seeking Catcher via Trade?18:02 Ruiz Contract Dilemma20:59 Nationals Seek Impact Bat, 1B Solution24:35 Patience with Top ProspectFollow Ryan Clary on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11Follow Locked On Nationals on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LO_NationalsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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