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Nationals Sign Pitcher Zack Littell, Designate Lovelady for Assignment

3/11/2026

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The Washington Nationals signed veteran pitcher Zack Littell to a one-year, $7 million contract, with incentives that could raise the total to $9.5 million.
To create roster space, the Nationals designated Richard Lovelady for assignment.
Lovelady posted a 2.25 ERA in spring training, but he faced stiff competition for a roster spot.
Littell has been effective in recent seasons, posting a 3.67 ERA over 75 starts since 2023.

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The Washington Nationals signed veteran pitcher Zack Littell to a one-year, $7 million contract, with incentives that could raise the total to $9.5 million.
To create roster space, the Nationals designated Richard Lovelady for assignment.
Lovelady posted a 2.25 ERA in spring training, but he faced stiff competition for a roster spot.
Littell has been effective in recent seasons, posting a 3.67 ERA over 75 starts since 2023.