Nationals DFA Littell, debut two new trade pieces
Washington made roster moves around Game 116, cutting Zach Littell and getting their two recent trade acquisitions into action.
The Nationals designated Zach Littell for assignment, clearing a roster spot tied to recent trade activity. Two players acquired via trade made their Washington debuts in the same game. The moves signal an active roster reshaping by the Nationals front office. Beat reporter Mark Zuckerman covered all three developments in his Game 116 recap.
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