The Nationals are having internal discussions to find the best way to grant Jonathan Papelbon's wish to be released, a source told ESPN.
Nationals closer Jonathan Papelbon was suspended three games and fined by Major League Baseball on Friday for intentionally throwing at Orioles third baseman Manny Machado.
Drew Storen wasn't ready to talk about the Washington Nationals' blockbuster trade for Jonathan Papelbon or their consequent decision to demote him into a setup role.
The Washington Nationals have acquired closer Jonathan Papelbon from the Philadelphia Phillies.
Phillies closer Jonathan Papelbon, who has expressed his desire to be traded multiple times, is no longer being actively pursued by the Blue Jays, Cubs and Dodgers, sources told ESPN.
Phillies closer Jonathan Papelbon turned his All-Star Game moment in the sun into a "get me out of Philadelphia'' lobbying session Monday afternoon.
