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On YouTubeWashington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / January 2
Two Free Agency Splashes Nationals Could Make at Key Positions of Need
The Washington Nationals have made only four additions to their 40-man roster this winter, with just one of them coming in free agency when they signed Foster Griffin after a successful stint in Japan.
Athletics News / New Baseball Media / December 23
2025 Transactions: Nationals Sign Foster Griffin, Refsnyder to Mariners
Another NPB standout is coming back to North America, as left-hander Foster Griffin is joining the Nationals for the 2026 season. That move was one of several to get done on December 22, a day that also saw the Mariners bring in former Red Sox Rob Refsnyder.
Washington Nationals News / Federal Baseball / December 17
Will the Washington Nationals continue to add to the starting rotation? 
Yesterday, Paul Toboni made his first free agent addition, signing left handed pitcher Foster Griffin from Japan. Griffin should bolster the back end of a rotation that needs help after a rough 2025.
The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / December 17
Former Blue Jay Foster Griffin signs with Nationals
A former Toronto Blue Jay has found a new home. On Tuesday afternoon, FanSided’s Robert Murray reported that Foster Griffin has signed a one-year deal worth $5.5 million with the Washington Nationals.
The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees
The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.
Washington Nationals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 16
Nationals add former 1st-round pick on 1-year contract
The Washington Nationals have hit the rest button completely on their organization, hiring Paul Toboni as their president of baseball operations and Blake Butera as their manager.
Washington Nationals News / Washington Nationals on SI / December 16
Nationals Agree to Major League Deal With 2025 NPB All-Star Foster Griffin
The offseason is starting to heat up for the Washington Nationals. After there were countless trade rumors and speculation featuring MacKenzie Gore and CJ Abrams, new president of baseball operations Paul Toboni was able to get two deals done that improves the long-term outlook of this franchise.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 16
Nationals To Sign Foster Griffin
The Nationals are going to sign left-hander Foster Griffin, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. It’ll be a one-year, $5.5MM contract with another $1MM in incentives for the Excel Sports Management client.
Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 15
Foster Griffin Receiving Major League Offers
Left-hander Foster Griffin has been eyeing a return to the majors after a strong three-year run in Japan. He’s received at least one multi-year offer, per MLB Network’s Jon Morosi.
MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 21
Cubs free agent target: Foster Griffin
The other day Josh posed this question in After Dark: Should the Cubs sign Cody Ponce? Ponce pitched in 20 games for the Pirates in 2020 and 2021, with not much success (5.86 ERA, 1.536 WHIP) and then went to throw several years in Japan and Korea, with good results the last two years.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 20
Former Royals First-Round Pick Set To Become Fascinating Free Agent
First-round picks are harder to get right in Major League Baseball than in any other sport, and the Kansas City Royals know it. In recent years, Kansas City has whiffed on first-round selections in more than their fare share of instances.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 20
Why the A’s Should Gamble on This Former Royals First-Round Pick This Offseason
The Athletics will be after upgrades at a couple of key spots this offseason, but their main focus will presumably be acquiring pitching. While they have a number of young arms with which to choose from, many of them are inexperienced and haven't gone through a full big-league season.
Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / October 20
Why the A’s Should Gamble on This Former Royals First-Round Pick This Offseason
The Athletics will be after upgrades at a couple of key spots this offseason, but their main focus will presumably be acquiring pitching. While they have a number of young arms with which to choose from, many of them are inexperienced and haven't gone through a full big-league season.
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