Latest Washington Nationals Odds: Playoffs, World Series, and Division Title
The Nationals' chances of making the playoffs are slim, and they are 16 games behind the last Wild Card spot in the National League. Below is a glance at the latest Nationals odds for the 2025 season via DraftKings Virginia:
| š Washington Nationals World Series Odds: | +100000 (0.1% chance) |
| ā Playoff Odds: | OTB |
| š© National League Pennant: | +50000 (0.2% chance) |
| š„ NL East Division Title: | OTB |
| š„ Projected Regular Season Wins: | O/U 67.5 (+100/-130) |
| ā Odds Last Updated: | August 19, 2025 |
Odds vary a bit between different Virginia betting apps, so make sure to look around for the best odds before placing bets.
Who Is Favored to Win the 2025 World Series?
The current favorite to win the 2025 World Series is the Los Angeles Dodgers at +360. Fresh off their 2024 championship, the Dodgers have reached the postseason every year since 2013 and remain a perennial contender. Right behind them are the Philadelphia Phillies, Detroit Tigers, and New York Yankees. August could be a pivotal month for the Nationals, who face the Phillies and Mets twice, giving Washington a front-row seat to the leagueās top talent.
What Are the Nationals Odds to Win the National League?
The Nationalsā odds to win the NL sit at +50000, the longest in the league, tied with the Pirates, Marlins, and Rockies. Washington owns one of the worst records in baseball, dragging down their chances. Still, with coaching changes underway and two months left, the Nationals are aiming for a late-season surge.
At the other end, the Los Angeles Dodgers lead the pack with the best odds to win the NL at +215. The Phils have the next best odds at +330.
What Are the Washington Nationals NL East Odds?
The Nationals' odds to win the NL East are off the board. The Nationals finished fourth in the NL East in 2024. The Phils currently lead the division with a 72-53 record and have the best odds of winning it at -800.
Can the Nationals Make the Playoffs?
The Nationals aren't projected to contend for a playoff spot in 2025, though it depends on how well they can turn things around in the final stretch of the season. After a disappointing first half, the team made changes to both the coaching staff and front office in hopes of shifting direction. Most sportsbooks have already taken the Nationalsā playoff odds off the board.
How to Bet on the Nationals in Virginia
Bettors in Virginia (and anywhere else with legal sports betting) can place bets on the Nationals at any legal sportsbook. That includes Fanatics Virginia, BetMGM, Caesars, Betway, bet365, and more. Bettors must be 21 or older and located within the state lines of a state with legal sports betting.
Can I Bet on the Nationals in Washington, D.C.?
Yes, sports betting is legal in Washington, D.C., which means you can bet on the Nationals and other MLB teams in Washington, D.C.
Are There Any Nationals' Betting Promos?
While there are no Virginia sports betting promos surrounding the Nationals, there are plenty of new user promos and baseball-centric promos in VA offered by legal sportsbooks.
Nationals World Series, Playoff History
The current iteration of the Washington Nationals was founded in 2005 after the Montreal Expos relocated to Washington, D.C. Previous iterations of the Nationals have existed in the past: The Washington Nationals/Senators played in the MLB from 1901 to 1960 before relocating to become the Minnesota Twins. Another iteration of the Washington Senators played from 1961 to 1971 before moving and becoming the Texas Rangers.
Have the Washington Nationals Been to the World Series?
Yes, the Washington Nationals have been to the MLB World Series once, winning in 2019. They defeated the Houston Astros 4-3 in a seven-game series. A previous iteration of the Washington Nationals also went to the championship three times, in 1924, 1925, and 1933, winning once in 1924.
Overall, Washington, D.C. has seen two World Series winners in four appearances.
How Many World Series Have the Nationals Won?
The current version of the Nationals has won the MLB World Series one time, in 2019. The previous version of the Washington Nationals also won it once, in 1924.
How Many Times Have the Nationals Made the Playoffs?
Since relocating to Washington, D.C., to become the Washington Nationals, the Nats have made the postseason five times, in 2012, 2013, 2016, 2017, and 2019. They won the Commissioner's Trophy in 2019.
When the Nats were the Montreal Expos from 1969 to 2004, they made the playoffs just once in 1981, losing in the NLCS.
The previous version of the Washington Nationals made the postseason three times. 1924, 1925, and 1933, making the World Series all three times and winning it once in 1924.
Washington Nationals FAQs
According to DraftKings Sportsbook, the Nationals' odds to win the World Series are one of the longest in Major League Baseball at +100000, giving them a slim 0.1% chance to win it all in 2025. It's a steep climb, but there's still time for Washington to turn things around in the next two months.
The Washington Nationals play in Washington, D.C. and have been here since 2005. The Nats play their home games at Nationals Park, located at 1500 South Capitol St. SE, Washington, D.C. 20003 in the Capitol Riverfront Neighborhood.
Mark Lerner is the principal owner of the Washington Nationals. Mark's father, Ted Lerner, purchased the Nationals in 2006, and Mark took over as owner in 2018 after Ted retired. The Nats have won one title under his ownership.
The current version of the Washington Nationals used to be the Montreal Expos from 1969 to 2004. There was also another version of the Washington Nationals, which also went by the Washington Senators, from 1901 to 1960. Another Washington Senators team played from 1961 to 1971.
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Calli is lifelong resident of Arizona and has been an avid sports fan since she can remember. After earning her Bachelorās degrees from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University, she combined her passion for journalism and sports. Calli has covered the NFL, NBA, MLB, NCAAF, college sports, and sports betting for several media outlets.
