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Cade Cavalli Returns to Make First Major League Start Since 2022

Following the option of Andry Lara to open a spot, he rejoins Washington’s rotation after clearing performance benchmarks at Triple-A Rochester.

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Feb 21, 2025; West Palm Beach, FL, USA; Washington Nationals starting pitcher Cade Cavalli (24) poses for a photo during picture day at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Aug 6, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals starting pitcher Cade Cavalli (24) throws a pitch against the Athletics during the third inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images

Overview

  • His Wednesday start against the Oakland Athletics ends a nearly three-year absence since his lone debut outing on August 26, 2022, when he allowed seven earned runs in 4⅓ innings.
  • The Nationals recalled the 2020 first-round pick from Triple-A Rochester and optioned right-hander Andry Lara to open the roster spot for his return.
  • After missing the entire 2023 season for Tommy John surgery and limited action in 2024, Cavalli made 15 starts this year with a 6.09 ERA and 72 strikeouts over 65 innings.
  • Scouting reports highlight that his four-seam fastball and sinker now average about 96 mph and his curveball sits near 84 mph, matching pre-injury levels.
  • Still under team control for multiple seasons, the 26-year-old remains a focal point in Washington’s long-term rotation planning during its rebuild.