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Nationals Designate Lopez, Promote Struggling Salazar from Triple-A

6/1/2025

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The Nationals have made a bold move, designating right-hander Jorge Lopez for assignment while bringing up Eduardo Salazar from Triple-A. Despite Lopez's disappointing 6.57 ERA, his exit isn't due to performance. Now, the team has a week to find a trade or put him on waivers, while Salazar, struggling with a 9.77 ERA, steps in.

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Story summary

The Nationals have made a bold move, designating right-hander Jorge Lopez for assignment while bringing up Eduardo Salazar from Triple-A. Despite Lopez's disappointing 6.57 ERA, his exit isn't due to performance. Now, the team has a week to find a trade or put him on waivers, while Salazar, struggling with a 9.77 ERA, steps in.