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NYT Mini • September 5, 2025

D.C. baseball player

Answer:

NAT

Hint:

Team that moved from Montreal in 2005 and plays its home games at Nationals Park.

Explanation:

The clue "D.C. baseball player" refers to a member of the Washington Nationals, the Major League Baseball team based in Washington, D.C. The answer "NAT" is a shortened, informal nickname for the team, often used by fans and media. It’s a straightforward abbreviation—like calling the Yankees the "Yanks"—so no wordplay is involved, just team culture.

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