The Nationals’ “Bottom-Up” Analytics Strategy
2019/10/the-nationals-bottom-up-analytics-strategy.htmlMuch of this stems from GM Mike Rizzo, a former scout and scouting director himself.
Nationals Notes: Morton, Anibal, Suzuki, Trades
2019/10/nationals-notes-morton-anibal-suzuki-trades.htmlFinally winning a championship would be the ultimate payoff to years of aggressive moves from GM Mike Rizzo and the Nationals' front office, Jesse Dougherty of the Washington Post writes.
Offseason Outlook: Washington Nationals
2019/11/offseason-outlook-washington-nationals-9.htmlThat should give president of baseball operations Mike Rizzo an awful lot of options to consider.
Diamondbacks Notes: Ex-Dbacks, Rizzo, Offense, Marte
2019/10/diamondbacks-notes-ex-dbacks-rizzo-offense-marte.htmlOf course, Mike Rizzo, the Nationals GM, is also an ex-Diamondback.
Quick Hits: Hicks, Didi, Bradley, Nats
2019/10/quick-hits-hicks-didi-bradley-nats.htmlGeneral Manager Mike Rizzo was aggressive early in free agency, re-signing Kurt Suzuki and bringing aboard Patrick Corbin and Brian Dozier.
NL Notes: Arenado, Cano, Mets, Nats
2019/10/nl-notes-arenado-cano-mets-nats.htmlOf course, their AL opponent will have some influence on the particular choices, but general manager Mike Rizzo and company are preparing plans for either scenario.
Nationals’ Owner Lerner On Martinez, Rendon
2019/10/nationals-owner-lerner-on-martinez-rendon.htmlMartinez's predecessor, Dusty Baker, wasn't offered a contract extension after the 2017 season despite overseeing a division winner that year, with general manager Mike Rizzo saying at the time that "winning a lot of regular season games and winning divisions is not enough." It stood to reason that Martinez could've been in some hot water after the club missed the playoffs in 2018 and got off to a slow start, so it's interesting to hear that ownership was never considering a change.
MLBTR Poll: Most Desirable Managerial Opening?
2019/10/mlbtr-poll-most-desirable-managerial-opening.htmlBut the Cubs, another financially well-off club with enviable high-end talent (Kris Bryant, Javier Baez, Anthony Rizzo and Kyle Hendricks, for example), saw enough of Maddon after a late-season collapse and a non-playoff showing in 2019.
Offseason Option Decisions: Hitters
2019/10/offseason-option-decisions-hitters.htmlAnthony Rizzo, Cubs ($16.5MM club option or $2MM buyout): An easy yes for the Cubs, for whom the franchise icon continued to stand out in 2019.
Theo Epstein On Bryant, Baez, Team Needs, Managerial Search
2019/10/theo-epstein-on-bryant-baez-team-needs-managerial-search.htmlThat suggests center fielder Albert Almora Jr., middle infielder Addison Russell, and utilitymen David Bote and maybe Ian Happ are "in flux," Wittenmyer writes, who adds that the majority of the roster could be in play for trades (with the potential exceptions of catcher Willson Contreras, first baseman Anthony Rizzo and right-hander Kyle Hendricks).
Maddon Hopes To Manage Another Three To Five Seasons
2019/09/joe-maddon-rumors-three-five-years-manage.htmlCubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo tells Nightengale that Maddon is a "walking, living legend" who will be missed.
MLBTR Poll: Cubs’ Biggest Roster Need
2019/09/mlbtr-poll-cubs-biggest-roster-need.htmlBarring a major trade, there isn't a need behind the dish (Willson Contreras, Victor Caratini), in the corner infield (Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo), or at shortstop (Javier Baez).
Corey Seager Leaves Game With Hamstring Tightness
2019/09/__trashed-3.htmlWEDNESDAY: Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager exited the team's game against the Padres on Wednesday with left hamstring tightness, Alanna Rizzo of SportsNetLA reports.
Boras Dishes On Opt-Outs, Upcoming Free Agents
2019/09/boras-dishes-on-opt-outs-upcoming-free-agents.htmlAs for Soto, Boras acknowledged some recent comments from president of baseball operations Mike Rizzo regarding the team's obvious interest in a long-term deal with the exceptional young hitter.
MLBTR Poll: Joe Maddon’s Future
2019/09/mlbtr-poll-joe-maddons-future.htmlIt would surely be unfair to solely blame Maddon for that - they've dealt with injuries to the likes of Javier Baez, Anthony Rizzo, Kris Bryant and Cole Hamels, after all, and big-money closer Craig Kimbrel can't seem to buy a save - but the Cubs could nonetheless elect to go in a different direction at manager.
Kris Bryant Exits With Right Ankle Sprain
2019/09/kris-bryant-exits-with-right-ankle-sprain.htmlAs the Cubs see their playoff chances diminish by the day, another injured star would only be a fitting nail in the coffin, given what has happened to Javier Baez and Anthony Rizzo in recent weeks.
Cole Hamels Dealing With Shoulder Fatigue
2019/09/cole-hamels-dealing-with-shoulder-fatigue.htmlThe Cubs received some welcome news Thursday when first baseman Anthony Rizzo, closer Craig Kimbrel and shortstop Addison Russell returned from injuries.
Anthony Rizzo, Addison Russell Return For Cubs
2019/09/anthony-rizzo-addison-russell-return-for-cubs.htmlIn extremely relieving news for the playoff-contending Cubs, star first baseman Anthony Rizzo is already returning from an injury that looked as if it would prematurely end his regular season.
Dave Martinez Returns To Nationals
2019/09/nats-skipper-dave-martinez-undergoing-medical-testing-on-heart.html17: Martinez has been released from the hospital and is resting at home, general manager Mike Rizzo told reporters Tuesday (Twitter link via Jesse Dougherty of the Washington Post).
Anthony Rizzo Diagnosed With Moderate Lateral Ankle Sprain
2019/09/anthony-rizzo-diagnosed-with-moderate-lateral-ankle-sprain.htmlCubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo has emerged from a medical check with lukewarm news on his injured ankle.
Anthony Rizzo Leaves Game With Sprained Ankle
2019/09/anthony-rizzo-leaves-game-with-sprained-ankle.htmlCubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo left Sunday's matchup with the Pirates in the third inning after he rolled his right ankle attempting to field a bunt.
Cubs DFA Zagunis, Option Bote, Reinstate Zobrist
2019/08/cubs-dfa-zagunis-option-bote-reinstate-zobrist.html25 when Anthony Rizzo started ailing.
Free Agent Stock Watch: First Basemen
2019/08/free-agent-stock-watch-first-basemen.htmlAnthony Rizzo: Dream on.
NL Injury Updates: Ray, Swanson, Lopez, Jeffress, Cubs, Rockies
2019/08/nl-injury-updates-ray-swanson-lopez-jeffress-cubs-rockies.htmlBote's presence was needed to deepen the Cubs' bench in the absence of star first baseman Anthony Rizzo, who's day-to-day, tweets Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune.
NL East Notes: Zimmerman, Phillies, Lowrie, Marlins
2019/08/nl-east-notes-zimmerman-phillies-lowrie-marlins.htmlRyan Zimmerman is in the final guaranteed year of his contract, and the longtime Nationals staple tells MLB.com's Bill Ladson that he has yet to speak to GM Mike Rizzo or team ownership about what he hopes will be a continued relationship in 2020 and beyond.
