Washington Nationals Designate Dominic Smith and Cory Abbott for Assignment, Select Four New Pitchers

Victor Robles and Tanner Rainey Secure One-Year Contracts, Andrés Machado Released to Pitch in Japan

Dominic Smith and Cory Abbott were designated for assignment by the Washington Nationals.
The Nationals requested unconditional release waivers for Andrés Machado, who plans to pitch in Japan.
The Nationals selected the contracts of four pitchers: Cole Henry, Zach Brzykcy, DJ Herz, and Mitchell Parker.
Victor Robles and Tanner Rainey agreed to one-year contracts with the Nationals, avoiding salary arbitration.
Dominic Smith hit .254 with 12 homers and 46 RBIs in 2023, while Cory Abbott had a 6.64 ERA in 22 relief appearances.