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Every former Nationals player slated to be eligible for the 2027 Hall of Fame ballot

A quick write-up and trip down memory lane for every former Nationals player that is eligible for the 2027 Hall of Fame ballot later this offseason.

By Jeremy Hasson · District on Deck

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 5:04 PM

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District on Deck reviewed every former Washington Nationals player eligible for the 2027 Hall of Fame ballot.
Writer Jeremy Hasson argues franchise icon Ryan Zimmerman is unlikely to reach the 5% voting threshold.
Hasson considers former pitcher Jon Lester to have the best odds of remaining on the ballot.

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District on Deck examined the former Washington Nationals players eligible for the 2027 Baseball Writers' Association of America Hall of Fame ballot. Longtime franchise icon Ryan Zimmerman leads the list of former Nationals slated to be eligible, alongside notable team alumni including Jordan Zimmermann, Wilson Ramos, and Asdrúbal Cabrera.

Writer Jeremy Hasson argues that while Zimmerman was the franchise's most impactful player, former pitcher Jon Lester holds the strongest chance of surpassing the 5% threshold to stay on the ballot. Other former Nationals listed include Starlin Castro, Jonathan Lucroy, Alex Avila, and Will Harris.

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Every former Nationals player slated to be eligible for the 2027 Hall of Fame ballot

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