Jackson Kent could join Washington Nationals rotation soon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 3:35 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Washington Nationals prospect Jackson Kent is under consideration for a call-up to the major league rotation. The team's current pitchers, Miles Mikolas and Zack Littell, have struggled with ERAs above 5 and a high number of home runs allowed. Kent has shown promising performance in the minors, particularly in AAA, with 90 strikeouts in 78.2 innings and a solid K-BB% of 21.1. Despite some blowup starts, his recent outings demonstrate potential, making him a candidate for promotion later this season.
- •Kent has a 3.78 ERA and 3.67 FIP in the minors this season.
- •He struck out 8 batters in a recent 5-inning outing.
- •He has allowed 2 or fewer runs in 7 of 10 AAA starts.
- •Kent's velocity has increased to mid-90s this season.
- •His performance in August could determine his major league debut.
- 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — Jackson Kent deserves a crack at the Washington Nationals rotation
"At some point this season I would like the Nats to call up Jackson Kent to spice up the back of the rotation
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