Paul Toboni

A+

CVI

Sentiment

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Fan Verdict

Grade this GM::

Should Paul Toboni be kept, fired, or extended?

Transactions

Graded

Fan Votes

6 months

Tenure

Transaction Breakdown

Positive

Mixed

Negative

Best Move

Josiah Gray on the

A+

Sent

Worst Move

Josiah Gray

Sent

League Comparison

#21

Sentiment Rank

of 30 GMs

Most Active

43 moves

Contract Value

A+

Excellent value on contracts

OverpayFair ValueGreat Value

Nationals' front office has been finding value this offseason, getting strong production relative to contract commitments. Across 3 contracts, 0 grade out as good value and 0 look like overpays based on comparable deals around the league. The best bang-for-the-buck deal was Zack Littell (C) at $7.0M/yr — getting rhp production well above the price point. The priciest commitment relative to production was Richard Lovelady for assignment (C-) — the lhp market may have been richer than the on-field return suggests. This front office is maximizing its payroll dollars and building sustainable depth.

Public Sentiment

Poor reception

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Nationals' 2026 moves under Paul Toboni have drawn significant criticism from fans and media alike. Of 43 graded moves, 12 landed well with the fanbase, 24 drew mixed reactions, and 7 were viewed negatively. The standout move was bringing in Josiah Gray on the (A+), which generated the most positive buzz. The most questioned decision was the Josiah Gray cut (F), which drew the sharpest criticism. The fanbase remains split — some moves look promising while others need time to prove their worth.