Quick Hits: Peavy, Rizzo, Byrnes, Utley, Rockies
2012/09/quick-hits-peavy-rizzo-byrnes-rockies.htmlThe Nationals hold club options for 2014 and '15 on General Manager Mike Rizzo's contract, people familiar with the deal…… That effectively means that Rizzo has just one guaranteed year remaining with the club
Cafardo On Blue Jays, Valentine, Smoak, Francona
2012/09/cafardo-on-blue-jays-valentine-smoak-francona.htmlIn the National League, Nationals GM Mike Rizzo has made a strong case for the award as well for taking…
Quick Hits: Oliver, Nationals, Yankees
2012/10/quick-hits-oliver-nationals-yankees.htmlAdam Kilgore of the Washington Post profiles Nationals GM Mike Rizzo, detailing the journey he took from area scout to general manager.
NL East Notes: Martin, Desmond, Strasburg
2012/10/nl-east-notes-martin-desmond-strasburg.htmlMultiple teams have tried to buy low on Ian Desmond, but GM Mike Rizzo says he “never one time considered trading him at all," according to Adam Kilgore of the Washington Post (quote via Twitter).
Nationals Notes: Strasburg, Rizzo, Jackson
2012/10/nationals-notes-strasburg-rizzo-jackson.htmlThat's how strongly I feel about it." Adam Kilgore of the Washington Post points out that Washington GM Mike Rizzo has financial incentives to win big now, since a contract extension could be at stake (Twitter link).
NL East Notes: Rizzo, Johnson, Braves, Phillies
2012/10/nl-east-notes-rizzo-braves-phillies.htmlRizzo again defended his decision to shut Strasburg down, also noting that the anonymous criticisms were "not how we do things in my neighborhood.'' Davey Johnson joked that he could "pull a La Russa" and retire if the Nationals win the World Series, reports Heyman, though the manager is expected to return next season and Rizzo wants him back.
Edwin Jackson Would Like To Return To Nationals
2012/10/edwin-jackson-would-like-to-return-to-nationals.htmlGM Mike Rizzo acknowledged the preliminary talks and said he likes the way the first baseman fits in the clubhouse.
Baseball’s Longest-Tenured GMs
2012/10/baseballs-longest-tenured-gms.htmlVP of Major League operations) Kenny Williams, White Sox, 2000 (expected to be promoted, replaced by Rick Hahn) Larry Beinfest, Marlins, 2002 Dave Dombrowski, Tigers, 2002 Doug Melvin, Brewers, 2002 Jon Daniels, Rangers, 2005 Andrew Friedman, Rays, 2005 Ned Colletti, Dodgers, 2005 Dayton Moore, Royals, 2006 Neal Huntington, Pirates, 2007 Frank Wren, Braves, 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 Kevin Towers, Diamondbacks, 2010 Chris Antonetti, Indians, 2010 Sandy Alderson, Mets, 2010 Jed Hoyer, Cubs, 2011 Josh Byrnes, Padres, 2011 Jerry Dipoto, Angels, 2011 Jeff Luhnow, Astros, 2011 Ben Cherington, Red Sox, 2011 Dan Duquette, Orioles, 2011 Check out MLBTR's 2010 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.
Offseason Outlook: Chicago Cubs
2012/10/offseason-outlook-chicago-cubs-2.htmlIf the Cubs retain Luis Valbuena they'll be set at all four infield positions, with Starlin Castro, Darwin Barney and Anthony Rizzo occupying the three other spots.
Managerial Notes: Guillen, Johnson, Red Sox, Pena
2012/10/managerial-notes-guillen-johnson-red-sox-pena.htmlWith GM Mike Rizzo also eager for Johnson to return, Kilgore notes that it will just take ownership approval to work out a new deal for Johnson, who is only contracted through 2013 as a consultant with the Nats.
Nationals Notes: Desmond, Morse, Moore, Jackson
2012/10/nationals-notes-desmond-morse-moore-jackson.htmlThe same source quantified the odds of Edwin Jackson returning to the Nats at 50/50 as it seems doubtful that Rizzo would give the pitcher a long-term deal.
Sean Burnett Will Decline Option
2012/10/sean-burnett-will-decline-option.htmlHe rewarded general manager Mike Rizzo with 113 1/3 innings of 3.10 ERA ball to go along with a 7.1 K/9, 2.6 BB/9 and also picked up six saves.
Nationals Notes: Johnson, LaRoche, Second Base
2012/11/nationals-notes-johnson-laroche-second-base.htmlJohnson tells Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports that he wants to manage again in 2013, and GM Mike Rizzo says he wants Johnson back in the position as well.
Nationals Notes: Johnson, Pitching, Jackson, LaRoche
2012/11/nationals-notes-johnson-pitching-jackson-laroche.htmlThe Nationals have yet to reach agreement on a new deal with manager Davey Johnson for 2013 and beyond, but General Manager Mike Rizzo says he is confident about getting a deal done, tweets Adam Kilgore of the Washington Post.
Nationals Are “Open-Minded” In Search For Pitching
2012/11/nationals-are-open-minded-in-search-for-pitching.htmlGM Mike Rizzo told Amanda Comak of The Washington Times that he isn't seeking one specific kind of starter and will instead be open minded.
NL East Notes: Johnson, Tino, Phillies, Greinke, Nats
2012/11/nl-east-notes-johnson-tino-phillies-greinke-nats.htmlRizzo also said there are "five or six really intriguing starters" on the free agent market, tying into Comak's report from earlier today about the Nationals' "open-minded" search for pitching.
Nationals, Davey Johnson Agree To New Contract
2012/11/nationals-davey-johnson-agree-to-new-contract.htmlEarlier this week, both Johnson and General Manager Mike Rizzo expressed confidence that a contract would be worked out in…
Rosenthal’s Latest: Upton, Rays, Youkilis, Dodgers
2012/11/rosenthals-latest-upton-rays-youkilis-dodgers.htmlThe Orioles and Nationals are still engaged in a dispute over money received from MASN -- both clubs own the network, but Baltimore's stake is nearly 90% -- though Nats GM Mike Rizzo said that will not limit the club's ability to spend.
Quick Hits: Rays, LaRoche, Orioles, Kinsler, Ryu
2012/11/quick-hits-rays-laroche-orioles-kinsler-ryu.htmlNationals General Manager Mike Rizzo told Jim Bowden of ESPN Radio (via Twitter) that Adam LaRoche is the club's number one priority right now as signing him would help make the rest of the winter easy for them.
Offseason Outlook: Washington Nationals
2012/11/offseason-outlook-washington-nationals-2.htmlGM Mike Rizzo could elect to create roster space by trading Morse at a time that many teams are seeking offense.
Cubs Designate Bryan LaHair For Assignment
2012/11/cubs-designate-bryan-lahair-for-assignment.htmlThis hot start was enough for LaHair to make the NL All-Star team, though he cooled off considerably after May…
Nationals Notes: LaRoche, Bourn, Harper
2012/11/nationals-notes-laroche-bourn-harper.htmlWhen asked about what he wants to upgrade, Rizzo said that he will be targeting a "dynamic" player in centerfield (Twitter link).
The Denard Span Trade: Reaction & Fallout
2012/11/the-denard-span-trade-reaction-fallout.htmlRizzo said teams have called about Michael Morse, so the Nats could potentially re-sign LaRoche and deal Morse instead.
Nationals Notes: LaRoche, Espinosa, Lannan
2012/12/nationals-notes-laroche-espinosa-lannan.htmlAdam LaRoche met with General Manager Mike Rizzo and had an open discussion about where each side stands, writes Adam…… Rizzo gave his rationale about the thought process in this week's non-tender decisions, Kilgore writes
Rays Discussing Espinosa, Morse With Nationals
2012/12/rays-discussing-espinosa-morse-with-nationals.html6:41am: ESPN's Buster Olney tweets that Rizzo is aiming high in his talks with the Rays about their pitchers.
