Nationals Reportedly Agree to Jacob Young Extension

Reports describe a four-year, $23 million extension for Young that buys out arbitration years and includes a club option; another account says it covers a free-agent year. The deal is pending a physical, with formal team confirmation and full terms still outstanding. Young’s defensive value and improved 2026 bat are central to the reported commitment, while his long-term role in the outfield remains an open question.