Nationals Claim LHP Poulin Off Tigers Waivers

The Washington Nationals have claimed left-handed pitcher PJ Poulin off waivers from the Detroit Tigers. Poulin, 29, was designated for assignment by Detroit to make room for right-hander Charlie Morton on the 40-man roster following the trade deadline. He has not yet pitched in the major leagues but has performed well in the minors, posting a 3.38 ERA with 62 strikeouts and a 1.30 WHIP over 42.2 innings at Triple-A Toledo this season, ranking fourth in strikeouts per nine innings among Triple-A pitchers. Originally drafted by the Colorado Rockies in the 11th round in 2018 out of the University of Connecticut, Poulin was traded to the Tigers in 2024 for cash considerations. Over seven minor league seasons, he holds a 27–13 record with a 3.44 ERA and 412 strikeouts in 339.2 innings. The Nationals expect Poulin to remain at Triple-A as he continues to develop within their organization.