Kyle Finnegan steps back into the Nationals’ clubhouse and is expected to return to his closer role: “You’ve got to just understand that they’re running a business, too,” Finnegan said.

Right-hander Kyle Finnegan walked into the Nationals' clubhouse at CACTI Ballpark of the Palm Beaches like no time had passed. Finnegan is back with the only Major League team he has played for since he debuted in 2020.

Closer Kyle Finnegan finalized his one-year, $6 million deal with the Washington Nationals, who designated outfielder Stone Garrett for assignment on Thursday. The 33-year-old Finnegan, a right-hander,

The Nationals officially announced the re-signing of Kyle Finnegan this afternoon, but to clear a spot on the 40-man roster for their returning closer they made the surprising decision to designate outfielder Stone Garrett for assignment.

The decision comes several months after the Nats declined to tender a contract to Finnegan, a 33-year-old right-hander who finished 2024 with 38 saves.

Closer Kyle Finnegan has agreed to a one-year, $6 million contract to return to the Washington Nationals, pending the successful completion of a physical exam, two people with knowledge of the deal confirmed to The Associated Press.

The Nationals are bringing back All-Star closer Kyle Finnegan on a one-year, $6 million contract, sources told ESPN's Jesse Rogers. Finnegan made 38 saves last season but had a 5.79 ERA in the second half of the season.

When the Washington Nationals brought back Kyle Finnegan, they had to make a move to free up space on the 40 man roster. However, the move they made was a bit of a surprise. They DFA’d fan favorite outfielder Stone Garrett.

The Nationals announced Thursday that they’ve designated outfielder Stone Garrett for assignment. His roster spot goes to righty Kyle Finnegan, whose one-year deal to return to the Nationals is now official.