After years in the basement, the Washington Nationals rebuild has shown signs of life this season. MacKenzie Gore and CJ Abrams are breaking out, and James Wood made his long-awaited debut on July 1st. The starting rotation has also been a pleasant surprise, with Mitchell Parker and Jake Irvin emerging as legitimate rotation arms for the future. However, there is still a long … [Read more...] about Mike Rizzo, Nationals Face Important Decision with 10th Overall Draft Pick
Washington Nationals Promote Top Prospect, DFA Veteran
In a widely reported and expected move, the Washington Nationals have officially promoted top prospect James Wood from Triple-A Rochester. Wood will make his debut on Monday night against the New York Mets, a team Washington is competing with for a Wild Card spot. In a corresponding move, the Nationals designated veteran outfielder Eddie Rosario for assignment. James Wood has … [Read more...] about Washington Nationals Promote Top Prospect, DFA Veteran
Orioles Sign MLB Veterans To Minor League Deals
The first place Baltimore Orioles expanded their roster by signing a veteran utility player and reliever. Utility man Niko Goodrum and reliever Burch Smith landed on the free-agent market last week. Goodrum cleared waivers with the Pittsburgh Pirates, and the Miami Marlins let Smith go. These two signings will provide some supplemental depth for the Oreos. The Orioles are not … [Read more...] about Orioles Sign MLB Veterans To Minor League Deals
Washington Nationals To Call Up Top Prospect
In a widely anticipated move, the Washington Nationals will promote outfield prospect James Wood on Monday, per Grant Paulsen of 106.7 FM The Fan. The towering 6’7″ slugger will make his debut at home against the New York Mets, a team Washington is surprisingly competing with for a Wild Card spot. Sources: James Wood will be called up to debut in DC with the Nats on Monday. … [Read more...] about Washington Nationals To Call Up Top Prospect
Moves The Orioles Should Consider At The Trade Deadline
Coming off of back-to-back series wins against the teams with the two best records, the Baltimore Orioles might be the best team in baseball. Moves The Orioles Should Do At The Trade Deadline Sitting just a half-game back in the American League East, the Baltimore Orioles have been impressive. Baltimore leads the majors in home runs (123) and has homered in every game since … [Read more...] about Moves The Orioles Should Consider At The Trade Deadline