Goodman entered spring training back where he belonged, behind the plate, as a full-time catcher. He had hopes of becoming the full-time starter. He did better than that.

Gore, a 26-year-old starter, and Wood, a 6-foot-7 outfielder, have been bright spots this season amid the Nationals’ dreary rebuild.

Clayton Kershaw is going to represent the Los Angeles Dodgers among the pitchers on the National League team for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game. Kershaw is in his 18th MLB season, but didn’t debut until May 17 due to having knee and foot surgeries during the offseason.