Joe Nathan

Nationals release Joe Nathan

The Washington Nationals have released relief pitcher Joe Nathan.

What It Means:

The 42-year-old Nathan was playing for Triple-A Syracuse, and he requested his release on Tuesday. The veteran has likely seen his last major league action.

Nathan posted a 6.19 ERA and 4.99 xFIP through 17 games (16 innings) in Triple-A in 2017.