Yahoo Sports· 1h ago· 1 min read
The Washington Nationals have been one of the biggest surprises of the 2026 MLB season. Entering the year, the club was expected to continue its rebuilding process with one of the youngest rosters in baseball, and few believed it would be a factor in the playoff race. Instead, Washington has exceeded expectations thanks to a potent offense and several unexpected breakout performances.
One of the biggest reasons for that success has been All-Star left-hander Foster Griffin, who has transformed himself into one of the most valuable starting pitchers on the trade market. With the MLB trade deadline rapidly approaching, it appears multiple contenders are taking notice, as the Philadelphia Phillies and Tampa Bay Rays reportedly had scouts in attendance for his most recent start on Saturday .
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