# Cardinals Struggle, Nationals Rise | Washington Nationals News

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Podcast: [Washington Nationals News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/washington-nationals-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7459483)
Published: 2026-07-23T01:18:36+00:00
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The Angels claw for wins as the trade deadline looms, while the Cardinals sink deeper into trouble—especially against lefties—amid a brutal road trip that’s forcing front-office urgency. With teams like the Marlins, Pirates, and Diamondbacks surging, the deadline looks tighter than ever, and no big moves are expected soon. Meanwhile, the Nationals’ Cade Cavalli is rising as a potential Cy Young contender, despite past hiccups—he’s got elite stuff and could anchor a promising future rotation. Their starting pitching has been surprisingly solid, and they’ve been a road juggernaut with the third-best away record, even if their bullpen remains a glaring weakness. Offense has flashed, but consistency from the pen will be key if they want to keep winning, especially on the road. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1cc9a72ef3558bff

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