Guardians acquire Foster Griffin from Nationals before trade deadline
MLB Trade Rumors • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 12:01 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The Cleveland Guardians have acquired left-handed pitcher Foster Griffin from the Washington Nationals, as reported on August 4, 2026. This move comes ahead of the trade deadline, marking a significant addition to the Guardians' pitching staff. Griffin's performance with the Nationals has made him a surprise ace, adding depth to the Guardians' roster. With this trade finalized, both teams will likely make adjustments as they approach the end of the season.
- •Cleveland Guardians trade for Foster Griffin from Washington Nationals.
- •Acquisition reported just before the trade deadline on August 4, 2026.
- •Griffin has emerged as a surprise ace for the Nationals.
- •Guardians aim to bolster their pitching staff with this move.
- •Both teams expected to adjust their rosters following the trade.
- 12:01 AMMLB Trade Rumors — Guardians Acquire Foster Griffin - MLB Trade Rumors
"Washington's surprise ace is on his way to Cleveland. MLB Trade Rumors has the latest on the Guards' big deadline swing.
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