Nationals trade for Kyle Nicolas from Orioles for Randal Diaz

The Washington Nationals traded for right-handed pitcher Kyle Nicolas from the Baltimore Orioles on July 2, 2026. This marks the first trade between the two franchises since the Nationals moved to Washington in 2005. The Nationals sent minor league infielder Randal Diaz to Baltimore in exchange for Nicolas, who was optioned to Triple-A Rochester after the trade. Nicolas was designated for assignment by the Orioles shortly before the deal and has yet to make his major league debut. To make room for the trade, the Nationals moved pitcher Mitchell Parker to the 60-day injured list as he is expected to undergo Tommy John surgery.

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