Jason Bergmann Rumors

The Nationals' Bullpen

According to Chico Harlan of the Washington Post, "changes are coming" to the Nationals' bullpen if it doesn't improve. The Nats have since DFA'd Mike Hinckley and called up Ron Villone, but they could make more moves: The Nats could exchange bad contracts with another team. Trading Austin Kearns ($8MM) for Miguel Batista ($9MM) has been discussed. Harlan adds that the trade market for relievers isn't good because many teams have struggling bullpens. The Nats' will likely address the bullpen from within the organization. Jason Bergmann and Tyler Clippard are available in the minor leagues.   Continue Reading

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Nationals Overhaul Bullpen

According to Chico Harlan, the Nationals have made some major changes to their 25-man roster. Here's a quick synopsis of the moves: Josh Bard: Optioned to AAA-Syracuse Saul Rivera: Optioned to AAA-Syracuse Wil Ledezma: Designated for assignment Steven Shell: Designated for assignment The quartet was replaced by pitchers Jordan Zimmermann, Garrett Mock, Jason Bergmann, and veteran Kip Wells. Following today's loss to the Marlins, which completed the second three-game sweep of the Nationals this season for the Fish already in 2009, Manny Acta was not shy about the bullpen: I think it's embarrassing. I think it's unacceptable. I think our...   Continue Reading

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Odds & Ends: Bergmann, Maddux, Red Sox

Some Odds & Ends to round out this Sunday morning's news: Right-hander Jason Bergmann, who has an option left, is not happy that the Nationals have sent him to Triple-A, says Pete McElroy of masnsports.com. In nine games, Bergmann didn't give up a run. He had 6 K and 2 BB in 11 1/3 innings. Not a rumor, but a headline of importance: Unsurprisingly, the Braves are going to retire Greg Maddux's number in July. Daniel Barbarisi of the Providence Journal praises the Red Sox shrewdness by improving their ballclub while reducing their payroll by $13MM, from fourth highest to...   Continue Reading

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Nationals Sign 23 To 2009 Contracts

Bill Ladson of MLB.com has a bit of Nationals news for this afternoon. The team has agreed to terms with 23 of its players, including names like Elijah Dukes and John Lannan. As for a review of the Nationals' arbitration-eligible players, Ladson has the list: Jason Bergmann, Mike O'Connor, Alberto Gonzalez, Lastings Milledge, Josh Willingham and Ryan Zimmerman.   Continue Reading

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Unfounded Soriano Mets Rumor

Alright, here's a new one. I can't really verify the source, but it still seems ripe for discussion. Word is that the Mets could send Xavier Nady, John Maine, and Jeff Keppinger to the Nationals for Alfonso Soriano, Bill Bray, and Jason Bergmann. Let's discuss. Could the Mets do without Nady? Absolutely. Wright doesn't need much time off, and Franco can spell Delgado. I'm of the opinion that Victor Diaz does not need a platoon partner in right field. Nady would be more useful for Washington. He could handle right field for three months while Jose Guillen is out, and..   Continue Reading

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