Sep 20, 2012; Chicago, IL, USA; Cincinnati Reds first baseman Miguel Cairo (43) hits a single against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-Imagn Images Jerry Lai-Imagn Images

Former Reds Infielder and Coach Named Manager of Washington Nationals

Originally posted on Cincinnati Reds on SI
By James Rapien | Last updated Jul 7, 2025 2:22 PM ET

Former Reds infielder Miguel Cairo has been named interim manager of the Washington Nationals.

“Miguel is well-respected in our organization and around baseball,” Nationals Interim General Manager Mike DeBartolo said in a statement. “A diligent worker and student of the game, he has a proven track record of showing strong leadership in a variety of situations, and I believe that his voice and energy will serve as a catalyst to our team and our fan base in the second half of the season.”

The Nationals fired manager Dave Martinez and general manager Mike Rizzo on Sunday night. They officially promoted Cairo on Monday afternoon.

Cairo spent three seasons with the Reds (2010-12). He posted a .259/.309/.378 slash line with 13 home runs and 74 RBI in 263 regular season games with Cincinnati. He also worked in the Reds organization as a coach and special assistant from 2013-17.

This article first appeared on Cincinnati Reds on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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