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Harry Ford struggles in first season with Washington Nationals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 6:10 PM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Harry Ford struggles in first season with Washington Nationals
Summary

Harry Ford did not meet expectations during his first year with the Washington Nationals in 2026. Acquired in a trade with the aim of becoming the team's catcher of the future, Ford started the season poorly in the minors, hitting only.188 with a.557 OPS by early May. Despite showing improvement later, he finished with a.190 batting average and a.664 OPS in his major league debut. While Ford's plate discipline was evident, his lack of power remained a concern, raising questions about his potential role moving forward. The offseason will be crucial for Ford as he aims to address these issues.

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  • •Ford was acquired for Jose A. Ferrer in a trade.
  • •Early struggles in AAA included a.188 batting average in May.
  • •He improved in the minors, posting an OPS over.800 in June and July.
  • •In the majors, Ford had a.190 average and 14.4% walk rate.
  • •Offseason focus will be on regaining power following injury reports.
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Harry Ford was expected to emerge as the Nats catcher of the future, but that did not quite happen in 2026

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