Clayton Beeter Optioned to Triple-A Following Late-Inning Meltdowns

The Washington Nationals optioned former de facto closer Clayton Beeter to Triple-A Rochester following extended bullpen struggles. Beeter registered a 4.50 ERA, 5.43 FIP, and a 47:31 K:BB ratio over 48 innings (50 appearances) this season. Elevated walk rates (14.8%) and a reduced strikeout rate (22.5%) ultimately cost him his high-leverage bullpen role.