The good news just keeps on coming for the Nationals this week. Of course, there was the contract extension for Stephen Strasburg on Monday. Now tonight, Before game two of today’s doubleheader against the Marlins, James Wagner of the Washington Post tweeted that the Washington Nationals are picking up the option on President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo that will extend him through the 2018 season:
Nats have picked up GM Mike Rizzo’s 2-year option, per person familiar with situation. Keeps him with the team through the 2018 season.