Blake Butera discusses challenges in first season as Nationals manager
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 3:05 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Blake Butera, manager of the Washington Nationals, reflects on his first season and the learning curve he's experienced. He emphasizes the importance of process over results, despite the team's struggles. Recent performance has included a seven-game losing streak, pushing Butera to his first ejection as manager. He has built trust within the team and remains focused on putting players in positions for success. Butera's approach combines a modern analytical perspective with traditional management, especially concerning decisions on pitchers pursuing no-hitters.
- •Blake Butera is in his first season as Nationals manager.
- •He struggles with balancing process focus and results amid team challenges.
- •Butera had a recent seven-game losing streak and his first ejection.
- •He prioritizes trust and communication with players.
- •Butera blends new age analytics with traditional management approaches.
- 3:05 PMYahoo Sports — Blake Butera believes in the process. Living with the results is harder
"Blake Butera has learned a lot in his first season as the Washington Nationals manager, but he isn’t changing who he is
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