Baker on cuts, González's goals and more

Baker on cuts, González's goals and more
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - The Nationals made their first cuts of the spring today, sending five pitchers to minor league camp so they could get more frequent work. Right-handers Michael Broadway, Derek Eitel, Kyle McGowin and Wander Suero, and left-hander Tim Collins were all non-roster invitees to camp. They've been reassigned to minor league camp (players on the 40-man roster are optioned, others are reassigned). "We were getting to a point where guys are either backing up, especially the...

Nationals sign Burriss, three pitchers to minor league deals

Nationals sign Burriss, three pitchers to minor league deals
The Nationals added some pitching depth to the organization Tuesday - and brought a local favorite back to the franchise, as well - during a series of minor league signings. Right-handers Jacob Turner and Michael Broadway, left-hander Tim Collins and infielder Emmanuel Burriss all agreed to minor league deals with invitations to big league spring training. None would appear at this point to be strong contenders to make the opening day roster, but all will be given an opportunity to make a case...