Nationals Claim 6-Foot-2 Righty off Waivers From Blue Jays

The Washington Nationals have bolstered their pitching roster by claiming right-handed pitcher Matt Waldron off waivers from the Toronto Blue Jays. This move comes shortly after Waldron was designated for assignment by his previous team. Now, the 6-foot-2 hurler will have the opportunity to demonstrate his skills with Washington.

Waldron's season thus far has been lackluster, as he has compiled a 1-2 record with a 7.54 ERA and 31 strikeouts across 14 games, split between the San Diego Padres and Blue Jays. Despite his struggles, the Nationals see potential in him and are willing to give him a fresh start. With the claim, the Nationals will have added a MLB veteran to their depth chart, which could provide much-needed stability to their pitching staff.

In his 50 career MLB appearances over four seasons with the Padres and Blue Jays, Waldron maintains a 9-17 record, a 5.29 ERA, and 198 strikeouts. While his numbers are not impressive, the Nationals are taking a calculated risk by adding him to their roster. If Waldron can turn things around, he could become a valuable asset to the Nationals' bullpen.