Nationals expected to trade left-hander Foster Griffin this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 2:33 PM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
The Washington Nationals, currently at.500 with a 51-51 record and 8 games behind in the NL East, are likely to trade left-hander Foster Griffin, as described by rival MLB executives. Griffin, 30, has a strong 2.68 ERA and an 11-2 record through 20 starts in 2026, making him an appealing trade candidate ahead of the August 3 deadline. While some believe the trade is 'inevitable', the Nationals are still weighing options to deal, extend, or retain Griffin for the remainder of the season. If traded, the Nationals could receive a solid return due to Griffin's affordable salary of $5.5 million this season.
- •Washington Nationals are 51-51, 8 games back in the NL East.
- •Foster Griffin has a 2.68 ERA and an 11-2 record in 2026.
- •Griffin is considered a top trade candidate as the deadline approaches.
- •The decision on Griffin may impact the Nationals' trading strategy this summer.
- •Griffin earns $5.5 million, making him attractive to playoff contenders.
- 2:33 PMYahoo Sports — Nationals trading 2.68 ERA left-hander called 'inevitable' by MLB execs
"This 2.68 ERA lefty is 'inevitable' to be traded by Nationals this summer.
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