Nationals, Alex Cora In Serious Talks
2011/01/nationals-alex-cora-in-serious-talks.htmlFormer Nationals utility player Willie Harris recently finalized a deal with the Mets, so GM Mike Rizzo is looking outside the organization for potential infielders.
Nationals Acquire Tom Gorzelanny
2011/01/nationals-acquire-tom-gorzelanny.htmlCliff Lee and Zack Greinke spurned the Nationals, but GM Mike Rizzo continued his pursuit of arms.
East Notes: Jones, Buchholz, Papelbon, Rizzo, Jays
2011/01/east-notes-buchholz-bautista.htmlGM Mike Rizzo discussed several Nationals-related topics during a conference call with reporters today…
NL West Notes: Cantu, Giants, Rockies
2011/01/nl-west-notes-cantu-giants-rockies.htmlCasey Kelly (1), Anthony Rizzo (2) and Reymond Fuentes (4) figure prominently into the list of promising young Padres.
Nationals Interested In Carmona, Sizemore
2011/01/nationals-interested-in-carmona-sizemore.htmlNats GM Mike Rizzo has been open about his frustration at not being able to acquire a top-flight starting pitcher…
The Nationals’ Search For Pitching
2011/01/the-nationals-search-for-pitching-2.htmlIt's not unusual for teams to check in on a number of free agents and potential trade targets and it's not like GM Mike Rizzo wanted to sign all of the starters he expressed interest in.
Rizzo On Roster Holes, Depth, Pitching, Werth
2011/02/rizzo-on-roster-holes-depth-pitching-werth.htmlBoth CSNWashington.com's Mark Zuckerman and MLB.com's Bill Ladson conducted Q&A's with Nationals' GM Mike Rizzo on Sunday, so let's round up the news...
Quick Hits: Pelfrey, Pujols, Livan, Benoit, Astros
2011/02/quick-hits-pujols-livan-benoit.htmlThomas Boswell of the Washington Post explains how Livan Hernandez and Nationals GM Mike Rizzo negotiated the right-hander's current contract.
NL East Notes: Werth, K-Rod, Phillies, Nationals
2011/02/nl-east-notes-mets-phillies-nationals.htmlNationals GM Mike Rizzo told Ben Goessling of MASNSports.com that he hopes first overall draft pick Bryce Harper finds out how Spring Training works and learns "what it takes to be a big leaguer" in Nationals camp this year.
Olney’s Latest: Marlins, Padres, Cardinals, ChiSox
2011/02/olneys-latest-marlins-padres-cardinals-chisox.htmlPadres officials met with prospects Casey Kelly, Anthony Rizzo, and Reymond Fuentes recently to stress that they don't want them to put too much pressure on themselves after the trade that brought them to San Diego.
Offseason In Review: San Diego Padres
2011/02/offseason-in-review-san-diego-padres-1.htmlTrades and Claims Claimed 2B Jarrett Hoffpauir off waivers from Blue Jays Acquired CF Cameron Maybin from Marlins for RP…
Poll: Which Non-Tender Will Provide Biggest Benefit?
2011/03/poll-which-non-tender-will-have-biggest-benefit.htmlLet's not forget Mike Rizzo's dealings either.
AL East Links: Yankees, Anderson, Slowey
2011/03/al-east-links-yankees-anderson-slowey.htmlRed Sox prospect Lars Anderson told Tim Britton of the Providence Journal that he was "bummed" when the Red Sox traded for Adrian Gonzalez, but only because they traded away Anthony Rizzo and Casey Kelly, two of his friends and former teammates.
Nationals Notes: Elvin Ramirez, Ivan Rodriguez
2011/03/elvin-ramirez-ivan-rodriguez.htmlRule 5 pick Elvin Ramirez, a reliever taken from the Mets, should start throwing light bullpens soon according to GM…
Nationals Sign Oliver Perez
2011/03/nationals-to-sign-oliver-perez.htmlBoras appears to have a strong working relationship with Nationals GM Mike Rizzo.
Rizzo On Stats, Bench
2011/04/rizzo-on.htmlAsked which team's success he'd like to mirror, Rizzo cited the Montreal Expos first, as they were "one of the prototypical scouting/player development organizations back in the day." He also named the Braves and Dodgers.
Offseason In Review: Washington Nationals
2011/04/offseason-in-review-washington-nationals-3.htmlRizzo's other free agent signings were acceptable purchases for a rebuilding club, with a little bit of upside sprinkled in.
Revisiting Ryan Zimmerman’s Extension
2011/04/ryan-zimmermans-extension.htmlThe Nationals and GM Mike Rizzo have taken their share of criticism for bidding aggressively on Jayson Werth and signing him to a free agent contract worth $126MM.
NL West Notes: D’Backs, Mota, Padres
2011/04/nl-west-notes-dbacks-mota-padres.htmlRizzo is at Triple-A, Kelly at Double-A and Fuentes is at Class A Lake Elsinore.
Offseason In Review: Boston Red Sox
2011/04/offseason-in-review-boston-red-sox-3.htmlAcquired 1B Adrian Gonzalez from Padres for SP Casey Kelly, 1B Anthony Rizzo, CF Reymond Fuentes, and OF/2B Eric Patterson…… Kelly is a consensus top 50 prospect, and Rizzo fits into the top 75
Nationals Scouted Upton; Haven’t Talked Trade
2011/04/nationals-watched-upton-havent-talked-trade.htmlGM Mike Rizzo is a supporter of Ankiel’s because he can handle right-handers (.778 career OPS) and plays strong defense, though he struggles to hit left-handers and always has (.658 career OPS).
Baseball’s Longest-Tenured GMs
2011/04/baseballs-longest-tenured-gms-2.htmlHere's the complete list: Brian Sabean, Giants, 1996 Billy Beane, Athletics, 1997 Brian Cashman, Yankees, 1998 Dan O'Dowd, Rockies, 1999 Kenny Williams, White Sox, 2000 Larry Beinfest, Marlins, 2002 Dave Dombrowski, Tigers, 2002 Jim Hendry, Cubs, 2002 Doug Melvin, Brewers, 2002 Theo Epstein, Red Sox, 2002 Jon Daniels, Rangers, 2005 Andrew Friedman, Rays, 2005 Ned Colletti, Dodgers, 2005 Dayton Moore, Royals, 2006 Andy MacPhail, Orioles, 2007 Bill Smith, Twins, 2007 Ed Wade, Astros, 2007 Neal Huntington, Pirates, 2007 Frank Wren, Braves, 2007 Tony Reagins, Angels, 2007 John Mozeliak, Cardinals, 2007 Walt Jocketty, Reds, 2008 Jack Zduriencik, Mariners, 2008 Ruben Amaro, Jr., Phillies, 2008 Mike Rizzo, Nationals, 2009 Alex Anthopoulos, Blue Jays, 2009 Jed Hoyer, Padres, 2009 Kevin Towers, Diamondbacks, 2010 Chris Antonetti, Indians, 2010 Sandy Alderson, Mets, 2010 Check out MLBTR's series on the reaction each GM generated upon taking his first GM job: AL East, AL Central, AL West, NL East, NL Central, NL West.
Tomase’s Latest: Felix, Hawpe, Rays
2011/05/tomases-latest-felix-hawpe-rays.htmlI’m part of Seattle now and I’d like to be in Seattle." San Diego's Anthony Rizzo, acquired in the Adrian Gonzalez trade, is off to a blazing start at Triple-A.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Hosmer, Bell, Rizzo, Lowe
2011/05/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-hosmer-bell-rizzo-lowe.htmlThe Friarhood tackles Anthony Rizzo-mania in San Diego.
Quick Hits: Dodgers, Cardinals, Inglett, Broderick
2011/05/quick-hits-broderick-reds-moseley.htmlNationals GM Mike Rizzo believes that pitcher Brian Broderick has a bright future in the big leagues, despite being DFA'd by the club earlier today, writes Bill Ladson of MLB.com.
