Abrams and Wood become first Nats 30-HR duo since Rendon and Soto
CJ Abrams slugged his 30th home run, pairing with James Wood to form a rare power tandem in Washington Nationals history.
CJ Abrams hit his 30th home run of the season in a Nationals loss. The milestone made Abrams and James Wood the first pair of Nationals teammates each to reach 30 home runs since Anthony Rendon and Juan Soto accomplished the feat. The achievement highlights an emerging power core for Washington despite the team's defeat.
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Orlando Ribalta placed on 15-day IL with right forearm inflammation
The Nationals placed RHP Orlando Ribalta on the 15-day IL retroactive to Sept. 4 with right forearm inflammation, per MLB.com's Jessica Camerato, adding strain to a taxed Washington bullpen.
Orlando Ribalta placed on 15-day IL with right forearm inflammation
The Nationals placed the right-hander on the injured list retroactive to September 4, with Yovanny Cruz recalled to the active roster.
Max Kranick outrighted to Triple-A Rochester after clearing waivers
The Nationals designated right-hander Max Kranick for assignment on September 4 and he has since cleared waivers and been outrighted to Triple-A Rochester, per MLB Trade Rumors.
Abrams Ankle Injury Sidelined Him Briefly, Now Back in Field
The Nationals shortstop/second baseman missed several games with an ankle injury but has since returned to defensive duties at both middle infield spots.
Jackson Kent and Jack Sinclair show promise for Nationals in outing vs. Dodgers
Two Washington pitchers displayed encouraging signs in a recent appearance against Los Angeles, per MLB.com, as the club evaluates its September roster depth.
Nationals designate Max Kranick for assignment after 9.33 ERA in 18.1 innings
Washington has designated RHP Max Kranick for assignment, per the club announcement, with Kranick out of options and set to pass through waivers.