Nationals Podcast: Jacob Young Extension, Jarlin Susana Dazzles

On the next episode of the DC Roundtable Podcast hosted by Tyler Lochte and Ahmed Ghafir diving into the Washington Nationals, we dive into the official start of the offseason with winter meetings underway in Las Vegas, giving insight into what's next ahead of the start of year two of the Paul Toboni era.

We kick off the show by discussing the new extension for center fielder Jacob Young after inking a four year deal worth $23 million, including a fifth year option valued at $8 million. It marked the second extension under new management after inking right handed ace Cade Cavalli to a long term deal in the closing weeks of the regular season, yet the Nationals will also now have a chance to turn to new deals with both right fielder James Wood and infielder CJ Abrams after news that the front office is exploring the possibility of inking new deals with both this offseason. We discuss what that means for the Nationals and what that should look like, but also, how realistic would it be for the Nationals to lock down their two core pieces as president of baseball operations Paul Toboni looks to build on the year one success? We discuss with news that the front office is also focused on pitching this offseason.

The Nationals also watched a trio of prospect dazzle in the Arizona Fall League, enough to draw recognition as participants in the AFL Fall Stars Game over the weekend. While Teo Banks and Kevin Bazzell had an opportunity to build on their offseason success, so did right handed pitcher Jarlin Susana as he continues to build his case as a starter in the 2027 rotation. After showing off his velocity and leading the Arizona Fall League in strikeouts, we discuss what Susana has shown and what it could mean as part of the solution in Washington next season. Plus, can Bazzell or Banks be part of the solution in 2027 or beyond?

With year one of the Blake Butera and Paul Toboni era officially complete and a chance for the offseason moves now able to address clear holes ahead of a hopeful 2027 season featuring elevated expectations, make sure you stay locked in on the DC Roundtable Podcast as we dive into everything you need to know through the winter. You can watch the full episode of the latest DC Roundtable Podcast on YouTube here.