Rosenthal’s Latest: Sale, Archer, Jays, Halos, McCann, Catchers
2016/11/chris-sale-trade-rumors-nationals.htmlRosenthal reminds that the Nats appeared to have a stacked rotation even when they signed Max Scherzer, and the NL East is continually improving, putting more pressure on GM Mike Rizzo and his staff.
NL East Notes: Gio, Rizzo, Mets, Colon, Marlins
2016/11/nl-east-notes-gio-rizzo-mets-colon-marlins.htmlThe Nationals have no plans to deal Gio Gonzalez, GM Mike Rizzo tells Jorge Castillo of the Washington Post.
East Notes: Phillies, Nationals, Logan, Mets, Yankees
2016/11/east-notes-phillies-nationals-logan-mets-yankees.html"[The MASN money] affects us," says Nats exec Mike Rizzo.
Latest On Greg Holland
2016/11/greg-holland-free-agent-rumors.htmlGeneral manager Mike Rizzo spoke a bit about Holland's market, implying that an incentivized deal would be his preference in negotiations with Boras.
Trade Chatter: Cabrera, Longoria, McCann, Kendrick, Ozuna, Espinosa
2016/11/trade-chatter-rumors-miguel-cabrera-astros-rumors-evan-longoria-rays-dodgers-brian-mccann-yankees-howie-kendrick-cesar-hernandez-angels-ozuna-espinosa.htmlAs the Nationals evaluate their options up the middle with a bit of roster flexibility, the team is amenable to consider moving veteran shortstop Danny Espinosa, GM Mike Rizzo suggested to reporters including Chelsea Janes of the Washington Post.
Yoenis Cespedes Rumors: Mets, Yankees, Nationals
2016/11/yoenis-cespedes-gm-meetings-free-agent-rumors-mets-yankees-nationals.htmlNationals GM Mike Rizzo also fielded questions on Cespedes, saying that the outfielder "improves any team he plays for," as Joel Sherman of the New York Post was among those to report.
Wilson Ramos To Consider Shorter-Term Deals; Reps Will Meet With Nationals
2016/11/wilson-ramos-to-consider-shorter-term-deals-reps-will-meet-with-nationals.htmlNationals GM Mike Rizzo discussed the organization's decision to pass on the QO, as Jorge Castillo of the Washington Post reports.
Offseason Outlook: Chicago Cubs
2016/11/offseason-outlook-chicago-cubs-7.htmlAnthony Rizzo, 1B: $27MM through 2019.
Cubs Notes: Rotation, Soler, Epstein
2016/11/cubs-notes-rotation-soler-epstein.htmlThe Cubs have an enviable long-term core of position players that includes Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo, Addison Russell, Javier Baez, Willson Contreras, Jason Heyward and Kyle Schwarber.
NL Central Notes: Cubs, Montero, Mozeliak, Stearns
2016/11/nl-central-notes-cubs-montero-mozeliak-stearns.htmlThe Cubs' celebration of their World Series win took them to the Saturday Night Live stage, as Anthony Rizzo, Dexter Fowler and David Ross made two cameo appearances on last night's show.
Outrighted: Red Sox, Angels, ChiSox, Braves, Pirates, Giants
2016/11/outrighted-angels-chisox-braves-pirates-giants.htmlNotably, Kelly went from Boston to San Diego in 2010 in a deal involving then-Padres prospect and current Cubs superstar Anthony Rizzo.
Offseason Outlook: Washington Nationals
2016/11/offseason-outlook-washington-nationals-6.htmlWashington GM Mike Rizzo will surely have his eye on quality outside options after the team again washed out in the NLDS following a third division title in five years.
World Series Notes: Trades, Rizzo, Martinez, Rebuilding
2016/10/world-series-notes-trades-rizzo-martinez-rebuilding.htmlBut just as important was the 2012 deal that sent Andrew Cashner and a minor leaguer to the Padres for Anthony Rizzo and a prospect, as SB Nation's Grant Brisbee notes in a list of key trades for both World Series teams.
Nationals Notes: Turner, Zimmerman, Ramos, Melancon, Hernandez, Revere
2016/10/nationals-notes-turner-zimmerman-ramos-melancon-hernandez-revere.htmlNats GM Mike Rizzo spoke with the press today about the offseason to come, as Mark Zuckerman of MASNsports.com reports.
2016-17 Top 50 MLB Free Agents With Predictions
2016/11/2016-17-top-50-mlb-free-agents-predictions.htmlCashner, 30, hasn't delivered on the hype since being traded for Anthony Rizzo in 2012.
World Series Notes: Cubs, Epstein, Miller, Chapman
2016/10/world-series-notes-cubs-epstein-miller-chapman.htmlThe reasons for the accomplishments of other recent World Series teams, like the Royals and Giants, have been a bit harder to explain, but the Cubs are simply "a super-good club, made up of super-good players." Even if the Cubs lose this time around, they're extremely well positioned to make a run at another World Series or three in the near future -- they have Lester, Anthony Rizzo, Kris Bryant, Addison Russell, Javier Baez, Kyle Schwarber, Kyle Hendricks and Willson Contreras under control for four or more seasons.
Quick Hits: Cubs, Trade Market, Orioles, Jays
2016/10/quick-hits-cubs-trade-market-orioles-jays.htmlAmong those hits were solo home runs from catcher Willson Contreras and first baseman Anthony Rizzo.
Diamondbacks Interested In Eddie Perez For Managerial Job
2016/10/diamondbacks-interested-in-eddie-perez-for-managerial-job.htmlArizona has already been connected to Nationals exec Mike Rizzo (although the Nationals have denied Rizzo is a serious candidate), Royals assistant GM J.J.
Heyman’s Latest: Britton, Escobar, Desmond, Votto, Phillips, D-Backs
2016/10/heymans-latest-britton-escobar-desmond-votto-phillips-d-backs.htmlReported interest in Nationals president and GM Mike Rizzo seems likely to be a non-starter.
Diamondbacks Expected To Seek Permission To Interview Mike Rizzo
2016/10/diamondbacks-expected-to-seek-permission-to-interview-mike-rizzo.htmlThe Diamonbacks intend to ask the Nationals for permission to speak with executive Mike Rizzo about their open front office position, according to ESPN.com's Jim Bowden.
Cubs Extend Theo Epstein, Jed Hoyer, Jason McLeod
2016/09/cubs-sign-theo-epstein-to-five-year-extension.htmlThe Cubs appear poised not only for success in 2015-16, but for the foreseeable future, as the core of Kris Bryant, Addison Russell, Anthony Rizzo, Willson Contreras, Kyle Schwarber, Javier Baez, Kyle Hendricks and Jon Lester, among others, are all controlled through at least the 2020 campaign.
Injury Notes: Kluber, Strasburg, Ross
2016/09/corey-kluber-mri-alds-stephen-strasburg-nlds.htmlThe news wasn't as positive for the Nationals when it comes to right-hander Stephen Strasburg, as general manager Mike Rizzo told reporters, including Jorge Castillo of the Washington Post, that it's doubtful that Strasburg will be ready to return for the National League Division Series.
Heyman’s Latest: Braves, Lincecum, Weaver, Chapman, Giants, Panik, Odor
2016/09/yankees-aroldis-chapman-offseason-free-agent-rumor.htmlFanRag's Jon Heyman kicks off his weekly notes column by recapping seven moves that turned the Cubs from cellar-dwellers into contenders, recalling the trades that netted the team Anthony Rizzo, Jake Arrieta, Kyle Hendricks and Addison Russell as well as the Rule 5 selection of Hector Rondon.
Latest On Bryce Harper
2016/09/bryce-harper-shoulder-injury-rumor.htmlTHURSDAY: In the latest twist on this story, Janes reports that Rizzo held a sit-down with Harper, manager Dusty Baker, and trainer Paul Lessard in order to determine whether there was something he was not aware of.
NL Central Notes: Brewers, Cubs, Reds, Pirates
2016/09/nl-central-notes-brewers-cubs-reds-pirates.htmlThe Cubs acquired Anthony Rizzo, Jake Arrieta, Kyle Hendricks and Addison Russell in a series of terrific trades.
