Nationals Fire Rizzo, Martinez; Begin Rebuild

The Washington Nationals have fired both general manager Mike Rizzo and manager Dave Martinez after a 37-53 start to the 2025 season, punctuated by a sweep by the Boston Red Sox. Rizzo and Martinez, central to the franchise's only World Series win in 2019, were dismissed as the team continues to struggle and remains last in the NL East. Despite having a promising young core from recent trades and high draft picks, ownership cited the need for a fresh approach. Mike DeBartolo, previously senior vice president and assistant GM, will serve as interim general manager. The team has not yet announced a new manager. The Nationals are now looking to rebuild around emerging talents such as James Wood, MacKenzie Gore, and C.J. Abrams.