Odds And Ends: Rizzo, Rangers, Hall
2009/08/odds-and-ends-rangers.htmlAdam Dunn tells MLB.com's Bill Ladson that it would have been wrong for the Nats to give the GM job to anybody but Mike Rizzo, who will be formally introduced in about four hours.
Odds & Ends: Rizzo, A’s, Draft, Williams
2009/08/odds-and-ends-rizzo-as-draft-williams.htmlESPN's Peter Gammons outlines the methods Nationals GM Mike Rizzo used to land Stephen Strasburg.
Nats President On GM Search
2009/08/nats-president-on-gm-search.htmlAccording to Chico Harlan of the Washington Post, Nationals president Stan Kasten knows that Mike Rizzo isn't perfect, but he says he's the best candidate to lead the club forward.
Week In Review: 8/16/09 – 8/22/09
2009/08/week-in-review-81609-82209.htmlJust days after hearing that the Nationals were set to fire Mike Rizzo and name Jerry DiPoto their new general manager, we learned that the opposite was true.
Nats In Search Of Veteran Arm
2009/08/nats-in-search-of-veteran-arm.htmlAccording to Bill Ladson of MLB.com, the Nationals plan to pursue a veteran starter this offseason and hope to sign…
Offseason Outlook: Washington Nationals
2009/09/offseason-outlook-washington-nationals-4.htmlNow that Mike Rizzo is officially the team's GM, he can formulate a long-term plan for the organization…
Odds & Ends: Orioles, Ayala, Kata, Nationals
2009/09/odds-ends-orioles-ayala-kata-nationals.htmlWilliams had a long standing relationship with previous GM Jim Bowden, and his firing represents the first significant front office move made by new permanent GM Mike Rizzo.
Nationals Aim To Improve Bullpen
2009/09/nationals-aim-to-improve-bullpen.htmlToday MLB.com's Bill Ladson learned of GM Mike Rizzo's plan to revamp the team's bullpen for next year… Rizzo considers the bullpen a "major point of emphasis for the offseason." Ladson notes the fine work of Sean Burnett…
Nats Ask Guzman To Move To Second Base
2009/09/nats-ask-guzman-to-move-to-second-base.htmlNats GM Mike Rizzo and manager Jim Riggleman met with Cristian Guzman yesterday to ask the shortstop to move to…
Nats Look To Add At Least Two Starters For 2010
2009/09/nats-look-to-add-at-least-two-starters-for-2010.htmlIt's a long list, but Nats GM Mike Rizzo says he's "going to get one of them."…
Week In Review: 9/6/09 – 9/12/09
2009/09/week-in-review-9609-91209.htmlMike Rizzo has his work cut out for him to say the least.
Odds & Ends: Crow, Kearns, Minor Leagues
2009/09/odds-ends-crow-kearns-minor-leagues.htmlThe outfielder is out with a thumb contusion, and GM Mike Rizzo said it's unlikely he'll return this year.
Odds & Ends: Aramis, Marte, Lowe
2009/09/odds-ends-aramis-marte-lowe.htmlThe Nationals will improve their minor league catching depth for next year, GM Mike Rizzo told MLB.com's Bill Ladson.
Mike Rizzo Chats With Fans
2009/09/mike-rizzo-chats-with-fans.htmlWhen asked about bringing in an impact player this winter, Rizzo replied, "The Lerner family has given us ample resources to improve the club in any way we see fit." So far we've heard about the Nats' plans to upgrade at shortstop, catcher, the rotation, and the bullpen.
Odds & Ends: Griffey, Harden, Guzman
2009/09/odds-ends-griffey.htmlGM Mike Rizzo and interim manager Jim Riggleman requested the move, feeling that Guzman "no longer has the range to play shortstop." The White Sox should consider keeping Jermaine Dye, according to Matt Meyers of ESPN.com.
Odds & Ends: Tribe, Hudson, Riggleman
2009/09/odds-ends-tribe-hudson-riggleman.htmlIt's going to be an intense offseason and a busy," Rizzo said.
Odds & Ends: Nationals, Towers, Marlins
2009/10/odds-ends-nationals-towers-marlins.htmlEven though they'll finish with the worst record in baseball, Nationals GM Mike Rizzo indicated that it's not a lock the team will draft Bryce Harper first overall next year, according to MLB.com's Bill Ladson.
Mike Rizzo Chat At The Washington Post
2009/10/mike-rizzo-chat-at-the-washington-post.htmlRizzo said he's getting health reports on Olsen daily and the team will use the coming months to decide whether to non-tender him.
Olney On Strasburg, Nats, Twins
2009/10/olney-on-strasburg-nats-twins.htmlOlney also delivers some rumors; here they are: Nats GM Mike Rizzo says Stephen Strasburg is "just a regular 21-year-old young man." The difference? He's not going to be treated like everyone else.
Looking Ahead To The Nationals’ Offseason
2009/10/looking-at-the-nationals-offseason.htmlRizzo detailed some of the first steps his team will take this winter, which includes adding an assistant GM and a farm director to his front office.
Odds & Ends: Reds, Brewers, Astros
2009/10/odds-ends-astros-1.htmlHowever, Justice says that former Nats skipper Manny Acta has the "inside track." Cubs' broadcaster Bob Brenly had "informal talks"…
Week In Review: 10/4/09 – 10/10/09
2009/10/weel-in-review-10409-101009.htmlThe Phillies would like to upgrade their backup infielder, while Nationals GM Mike Rizzo wants to add an assistant GM…
Odds & Ends: Cubs, Nationals, Myers, Hudson
2009/10/odds-ends-cubs-nationals-myers-hudson.htmlByron Kerr of MASN.com doesn't expect Washington Nationals GM Mike Rizzo to name a new manager until at least November.
Odds & Ends: Nationals, Cardinals, Rangers
2009/10/odds-ends-nationals-cardinals-tigers-hanshin-that-is.htmlNationals GM Mike Rizzo describes Jim Riggleman as "a terrific in-house candidate" for the managerial position.
Trade Market: First Basemen
2009/10/trade-market-first-basemen.htmlWe haven't heard anything about Dunn being available, but it'd be reasonable for GM Mike Rizzo to listen…
