All MLB teams had to add back their 60-day IL players to their 40-man roster yesterday. For teams without open 40-man spaces, they had to make room on their rosters. The Washington Nationals made several moves yesterday that began with the Baltimore Orioles announcing they claimed pitcher Thaddeus Ward who the Nats had placed on waivers, and the O’s snatched him up. Also gone are Joey Meneses, Michael Rucker, and Ildemaro Vargas.
The players reinstated from the 60-day IL were: Joan Adon, Cade Cavalli, Josiah Gray, and Mason Thompson. Once Spring Training starts, players can be placed back on the 60-day IL like Gray who is recovering from UCL elbow surgery and will miss most or all of the 2025 season.
Most roster moves were expected — although some were not expected at this time. Technically, the Nationals did not need to clear 40-man spaces with the DFAs, but they did this housecleaning, sooner than later to open up four spots on the roster.
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