Left-hander Gio Gonzalez became a free agent Monday after his release by the New York Yankees. Gonzalez had opted out of his minor league contract with the team.
Four months ago, the Nationals entered the season with what looked like baseball's best rotation. That is, until the Mets proved they have talent few can top.
Forgive Washington Nationals owner Mark Lerner if he got swept up in the scene.
The Washington Nationals have placed struggling left-hander Gio Gonzalez on the 15-day disabled list with inflammation in his pitching shoulder.