On Saturday, the New York Yankees played the second game of their series with the Minnesota Twins in the Bronx.
They lost by a score of 11-4.
Former Yankees Pitcher Acquired By Nationals
Also on Saturday, news came out that the Washington Nationals had acquired a former Yankees pitcher (Matt Krook).
He was claimed off waivers from the Athletics.
Nationals Communications wrote: “The Nationals have announced the following roster moves: -Claimed LHP Matt Krook off outright waivers from the Athletics -Designated RHP Andre Granillo for assignment -Optioned RHP Zak Kent to Triple-A Rochester”
-Claimed LHP Matt Krook off outright waivers from the Athletics
-Designated RHP Andre Granillo for assignment -Optioned RHP Zak Kent to Triple-A Rochester
Krook had played his rookie season in the MLB with the Yankees (2023).
He was then traded to the Baltimore Orioles.
Following a quick stint in Baltimore, the 31-year-old had been with the Athletics since last season.
Social Media Reacts
Here’s what people were saying about the news:
@georgerlewis: “Krook? Yeah the walks are tough. The AAA numbers are cool though, Stuff is fantastic. Good dart throw, this is how you build a good bullpen.”
@PowerBoater69: “Obviously not the big moves I’ve been calling for. But I appreciate that over the past year the team has been highly active with these fringe moves. Always looking for and small upgrade.”
@WallyHuron: “- Krook lacks velo but has a very steep sinker relative to his slot. Not a perfect comp, but it shares similar traits to Blake Treinen’s sinker.”
Nationals Right Now
The Nationals lost Saturday’s game (at home) to the Pittsburgh Pirates by a score of 7-1.
They are the fourth-place team in the National League East with a 46-44 record in 90 games.
Yankees Right Now
The Yankees are the second-place team in the American League East with a 49-39 record in 88 games.
They have one more game against the Twins.
Former New York Yankees Pitcher Acquired By Washington Nationals