Phillies, Rays scout Nationals All-Star pitcher ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 12:38 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies and Tampa Bay Rays dispatched scouts to observe Washington Nationals left-hander Foster Griffin during his recent start. Griffin has emerged as a key figure in the trade market, performing well for a Nationals team that has exceeded expectations this season. After previously struggling in the majors, he revitalized his career in Japan before signing with Washington for one year at $5.5 million. His strong performance has made him an attractive option for teams looking to bolster their rotations as the trade deadline approaches.
- •Phillies and Rays scouted Foster Griffin's latest start.
- •Griffin signed with Nationals for one year, $5.5 million.
- •Washington has shown unexpected competitiveness this season.
- •Griffin's successful comeback includes time pitched in Japan.
- •Interest in Griffin may lead to significant trade activity.
- 12:38 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies, Rays sent scouts to watch Nationals All-Star ahead of MLB trade deadline
"Nationals All-Star garnering big interest ahead of MLB trade deadline.
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