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Jake Bird optioned to Triple-A after brief stint with Nationals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 2:02 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Jake Bird optioned to Triple-A after brief stint with Nationals

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Jake Bird has been optioned to Triple-A Rochester by the Washington Nationals following a recent roster decision. The move comes after the Nationals' game against the Colorado Rockies, where Bird pitched a scoreless inning, lowering his ERA to 5.35 for the season. Acquired in a trade with the New York Yankees, Bird recorded a 3.24 ERA over 8.1 innings with the Nationals after his departure from New York, where he struggled with a 7.24 ERA. The Nationals plan to recall Luis Perales for his major league debut, prompting this move. Bird could be called back up later this season depending on team needs.

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•Jake Bird traded from Yankees to Nationals earlier this season.
•Nationals optioned Bird to Triple-A after his recent outing.
•Bird had a 3.24 ERA during his short time with the Nationals.
•Luis Perales will make his MLB debut after Bird's demotion.
•Bird struggled with a 7.24 ERA in 39 appearances with the Yankees.

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