Nationals demote reliever Gus Varland after recent struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 4:25 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The Washington Nationals announced the demotion of reliever Gus Varland to Triple A Rochester following a poor performance in a recent loss. Varland had a difficult outing on Thursday, surrendering five runs in the ninth inning, including a two-run home run to Bryce Harper. This demotion comes as part of ongoing issues with the Nationals' bullpen, which ranks 26th in the league with a 4.87 ERA. Zak Kent is expected to take Varland's place in the roster as the Nationals aim to improve their pitching staff ahead of the trade deadline.
- •Gus Varland optioned to Triple A Rochester after poor outings
- •He allowed five runs in the ninth inning against the Phillies
- •Nationals' bullpen has a 4.87 ERA, ranking 26th in MLB
- •Zak Kent expected to fill Varland's roster spot
- •Varland has an 11.17 ERA in June over nine appearances
- 4:25 AMYahoo Sports — Washington Nationals Demote Struggling Reliever After Latest Loss
"After another humbling series loss, the Washington Nationals demoted a longtime bullpen contributor to Triple A Rochester
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