Just now, the Washington Nationals fired GM Mike Rizzo and Manager Davey Martinez. There are so many wide reaching consequences of this move that we will break down. However, one thing that is an immediate cause for conversation is the draft. The Washington Nationals have the first pick in the draft but do not have a GM.
BREAKING: The Washington Nationals have fired general manager Mike Rizzo and manager Dave Martinez, sources tell ESPN.
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This makes the timing of the move very awkward. The Nationals still have plenty of information on all these players and their draft room is still in tact, but there is no leader.