This article references A, Bryce Harper, C, Drew Storen, Jonathan Papelbon, Manny Machado, OF, RP, SP, SS, TE, WR and more! The Washington Nationals have suspended Jonathan Papelbon for the rest of the season without pay after his attack on Bryce Harper during Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Nationals closer is first being suspended three games for throwing at Manny Machado before the Phillies series. Papelbon is also being suspended three games by the Nats for his altercation with Harper on Sunday, which means he won’t pitch in a game for the rest of this season. Papelbon: "First of [...]Keep on reading: Papelbon Suspended For Rest Of Season

This article references A, Bryce Harper, C, Dan Jennings, Drew Smyly, J.A. Happ, Jonathan Papelbon, Kyle Gibson, Marcus Stroman, Mike Leake, OF, Roenis Elias, RP, SP, SS, TE, Wade Miley, WR and more! In a microcosm of their entire 2015 season yesterday, a fight broke out in the Washington Nationals dugout between Jonathan Papelbon and Bryce Harper. Apparently, Papelbon was upset that Harper lolly-gagged down to first on a routine pop up late in the game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Anyone can see this video on YouTube or any website. CJ Nitkowski, now contributor for Fox Sports, polled 12 current players and none of the 12 players defended Harper in this recent struggle. Did Nitkows[...]Keep on reading: Starting Pitcher Waiver Wire Streamers for Week 26 (Part 1)

This article references A, C, Jonathan Papelbon, Manny Machado, Max Scherzer, OF, SP, SS, TE and more! Jonathan Papelbon has been suspended three games for hitting Manny Machado intentionally with a pitch on Wednesday. The Washington Nationals closer buzzed Machado up and in earlier in the at-bat before he nailed him with a fastball in what was likely a retaliation for a homer he hit earlier. Machado admired a shot he hit off Max Scherzer earlier in the game, which led to Papelbon's payback. WSH RHP Papelbon has received a 3-gm suspension for intentionally throwing a pitch in the head area[...]Keep on reading: Papelbon Suspended 3 Games For Throwing At Machado

In a pre-deadline deal, previewing one of the greatest trade deadlines in history, the Washington Nationals acquired “proven closer” Jonathan Papelbon from the Philadelphia Phillies in exchange for Double-A pitcher Nick Pivetta. Papelbon will immediately close for the Nationals, pushing ... read more »

This article references A, al alburquerque, Alex Wilson, bruce rondon, C, Craig Kimbrel, Drew Storen, Joakim Soria, Joaquin Benoit, Jonathan Papelbon, LaTroy Hawkins, Mark Melancon, Neftali Feliz, OF, San Diego Padres, SP, SS, TE, WR and more! A busy week in the MLB with a ton of trades has shaken up rosters for the playoff push. At the time I'm writing this, there are about 16 hours left until the trade deadline so there could still be more moves that are made. We'll take a look at what has gone down over the past week and what could still come.   Jonathan Papelbon (WAS) I mentioned in the last article that the Blue Jays and Nationals were the frontrunners to land Papelbon, and it was Washington who was able to make the dea[...]Keep on reading: MLB Closers And Saves Waiver Wire Watch- Trade Deadline Edition Part 2 7/31

This article references A, C, Drew Storen, Jonathan Papelbon, OF, SP, SS, TE and more! Drew Storen was demoted from his closers role with the Washington Nationals after the team traded for Jonathan Papelbon. Storen isn’t exactly pleased by the demotion, according to ESPN.com. Storen has 29 saves and a 1.73 ERA in his first year as the closer, according to baseballreference.com. Despite the success, Washington is allowing Papelbon to become the closer because he wouldn’t have accepted the deal unless he was guaranteed the role. "All I'm going to say is that I'm aware of t[...]Keep on reading: Storen Unhappy With Papelbon Becoming Closer

Another major move was made yesterday as we move towards Friday’s trade deadline, as Jonathan Papelbon will be the new closer for the Nationals. The exciting action off of the field should not diminsh what happened on it, which included a ... read more »

The Nationals shored up their bullpen by snagging Papelbon, but did they really need to?

This article references A, C, Drew Storen, Jonathan Papelbon, OF, SP, SS, TE and more! Jonathan Papelbon is the latest reliever that the Washington Nationals are interested in. The Nationals are “making progress” to acquire the Philadelphia Phillies closer. The 34-year-old right-hander has wanted out of Philly seemingly all year. The Phillies are out of contention for the postseason while Washington is holding onto first place in the NL East, and could use help at the back end of the bullpen. According to the report, Papelbon won't approve the deal unless he becomes the cl[...]Keep on reading: Nationals ‘Making Progress’ On Papelbon: Won’t Approve Deal Unless He Is Closer

This article references A, C, Craig Kimbrel, Edward Mujica, Eric O'Flaherty, Jeurys Familia, Joaquin Benoit, Jonathan Papelbon, Ken Giles, OF, San Diego Padres, Sean Doolittle, SP, SS, TE, Tyler Clippard and more! The MLB trade deadline is on Friday, July 28th at 4PM ET, which means the buyers and sellers will be negotiating with each other all week. Teams in the playoff hunt will be looking to add that missing piece, while the bottom dwellers will attempt to unload some large salaries to cut their losses. I’ll go over some chatter surrounding closers and other relievers who could be trade candidates this week. For fully updated information on the current closers, setup men and longshots, check o[...]Keep on reading: MLB Closers And Saves Waiver Wire Watch: Trade Deadline Edition 7/28