The No. 2 overall prospect in baseball, who made his MLB debut on Monday, is known for his lanky frame and low-key demeanor.

— Washington Nationals (@Nationals) July 2, 2024 But, while still too slow for any D.C. fan with an active thyroid, young stars — potentially, superstars — are coming back to town. Wood is 21.

Nationals James Wood plays like a star — and he looks so very cool doing it. The cool breeze running through Nationals Park this summer? That’s the young outfielder who could soon be a ...

James Wood is a gentle giant. The Washington Nationals’ 6-foot-7, 234-pound left fielder speaks softly and politely. He is reluctant to talk about himself. “He’s a great kid and he’s ...

Washington Nationals slugger James Wood will bring his massive power to the big stage, becoming the third player to commit to the July 14 Home Run Derby at Atlanta. Wood, 22, has delivered 22 home ...

James Wood hasn’t taken a regular season at-bat above Class AA, but he's drawing attention in spring training. (Rich Storry/Getty Images) Perspective by Barry Svrluga WEST PALM BEACH, Fla ...

The Nats will likely look to move star reliever Kyle Finnegan, and potentially hitters Nathaniel Lowe, Josh Bell, Paul DeJong ...

That magical swing from the Nationals’ young star? It will be in the spotlight this week at the Home Run Derby and the ...

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Outfielder James Wood got a taste of Nationals Park in March. When will his next D.C. appearance arrive? (Nick Wass/AP) Perspective by Barry Svrluga The problem – if it can even be phrased that ...

James Wood is already the centerpiece of the Washington Nationals. He's hard to miss, too, with his size and prodigious power ...

The second-year star cranks a pair of doubles to snap a hitless skid; the veteran DH blasts a homer to increase his trade ...