Chase Hampton Designated for Assignment by Nationals After Claim

Pitcher Chase Hampton was designated for assignment by the Washington Nationals on Saturday to clear roster space for Connelly Early. The 25-year-old former New York Yankees top prospect was claimed off waivers earlier in September but did not make a major league appearance. Hampton struggled across three minor league levels this season, posting an 8.18 ERA over 55 innings following a return from Tommy John surgery.