Just when you thought the Nationals closer situation couldn't get any worse, GM Mike Rizzo decided to sign Francisco Rodriguez on Monday. It's laughable to think that he could fix their 9th inning problem, as he has been downright terrible this season and has been trending that way for over a year now. He will spend 2 weeks in AAA and while it essentially is a zero risk move, the team has to be willing to deal something of value in their farm system for a legitimate, proven closer outside the organization. As Mike Ehrmentraut might say, "no more half measures".
TIER 1: Nothing Compares 2 U
1. Kenley Jansen (Los Angeles Dodgers)—Pedro Baez, Sergio Romo
2. Craig Kimbrel (Boston Red Sox)—Matt Barnes, Joe Kelly
3. Aroldis Chapman (New York Yankees)—Dellin Betances, Tyler Clippard
