The biggest question remaining for the Washington Nationals is answered. Blake Treinen is the closer.
Dusty Baker made the announcement of Treinen’s promotion before Thursday’s Grapefruit League finale against the Boston Red Sox in Fort Myers.
In a three-way audition with Shawn Kelley and the surprising Koda Glover, Treinen’s triple-digit sinker and ability to induce ground balls earned him the job. As he starts his fourth year with the Nats, turning 29 at the end of June, he has climbed to the top of the relief ladder.