CARL EDWARDS NEWS

Back with San Diego on MiLB deal The Padres re-signed Edwards to a minor-league contact Monday.

Impact Edwards elected free agency after being outrighted off the Padres' 40-man roster earlier this month, but he's ultimately returned on a new deal. The righty failed to retire a batter in his lone appearance for San Diego and holds a 1.85 ERA and 1.45 WHIP across 24.1 innings with Triple-A El Paso this season.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Becomes free agent Edwards elected free agency Wednesday.

Impact Edwards was scrubbed from the Padres' 40-man roster after just one appearance and has decided to look for a job elsewhere rather than accepting an outright assignment. The righty was used as a starter at Triple-A El Paso but is likely to shift back to relief for whichever team signs him.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Padres pregame: Manny Machado rests, Carl Edwards Jr. DFA'd to make room for Joe Musgrove Veteran third baseman out of the Padres lineup for the first time in 50 games

AUGUST 12 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

DFA'd by San Diego The Padres designated Edwards for assignment Monday.

Impact The move makes room on the 40-man roster for the reinstatement of right-hander Joe Musgrove (elbow) from the 60-day injured list. Edwards was called up from Triple-A El Paso on Thursday, and in his lone outing against the Pirates that same day, he allowed two walks and one hit without recording an out. He has a 1.85 ERA and 1.45 WHIP across 24.1 innings in El Paso this season, and should he clear waivers, the 32-year-old will look to join an organization in need of right-handed depth out of the bullpen.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Gets call to big leagues The Padres selected Edwards' contract from Triple-A El Paso on Thursday.

Impact Edwards has worked exclusively as a reliever over parts of nine seasons in the big leagues, but he's been operating as a starter since catching on with the Padres in July on a minor-league deal. Over his four starts with El Paso, Edwards compiled a 4.76 ERA, 1.82 WHIP and 18:12 K:BB in 17 innings. Though he could get the chance to make his first MLB start later on in the campaign if injuries test the Padres' rotation depth, Edwards is expected to serve as a long-relief option during his first stint in the majors of 2024.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Latches on with San Diego The Padres signed Edwards to a minor-league contract Thursday.

Impact Edwards had been with Triple-A Iowa in the Cubs organization before being released last month. Given that he posted a 1.85 ERA over 24.1 innings (albeit with 15 walks), it could have been an opt-out situation. Edwards has already made one appearance with the Padres' Arizona Complex League affiliate, striking out four over 2.1 perfect frames. He should soon be assigned to Triple-A El Paso, where he will provide veteran relief depth.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Cubs release reliever Carl Edwards Jr. and infielder Dominic Smith

The Chicago Cubs have released reliever Carl Edwards Jr. and infielder Dominic Smith

MARCH 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Edwards trying to make the Cubs again after helping the team win the 2016 World Series

Carl Edwards Jr. is trying to make the Chicago Cubs' roster again after he broke into the majors with the team in 2015

FEBRUARY 17 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Moved to 60-day IL The Nationals transferred Edwards (shoulder) from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL on Monday.

Impact Edwards had been on the 15-day IL since June 21, so his move to the 60-day IL won't affect his timeline for a return but will open up a spot on the 40-man roster for catcher Drew Millas, whose contract was selected from Triple-A Rochester. Though Edwards began began a rehab assignment two weeks ago, he made three appearances before suffering a setback with his right shoulder. He's since been diagnosed with a stress fracture, and it's unclear if he'll be able to pitch again at any point in 2023.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with stress fracture Edwards (shoulder) was shut down indefinitely Wednesday after being diagnosed with a stress fracture in his right scapula, Andrew Golden of The Washington Post reports.

Impact The right-hander was already on the shelf with shoulder inflammation and apparently didn't feel right after his minor-league rehab outing over the weekend. It's unclear how long Edwards will be shut down from throwing, but the injury could end his campaign if he's unable to get back to throwing within the next couple weeks.

AUGUST 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Begins rehab assignment Edwards (shoulder) started a rehab assignment with the Nationals' Florida Complex League on Monday.

Impact Edwards' first appearance with the FCL Nationals didn't go well, as he allowed three runs while recording just two outs. The veteran reliever has been sidelined since late June with right shoulder inflammation, so he figures to need a few more outings before rejoining the big club.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for simulated appearance Edwards (shoulder) is slated for a simulated appearance Friday, Andrew Golden of The Washington Post reports.

Impact That might be the final step before Edwards is cleared to head out on a minor-league rehab assignment. The 31-year-old reliever has been sidelined since June 21 due to right shoulder inflammation.

JULY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes throwing Edwards (shoulder) resumed throwing earlier this week, Bobby Blanco of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Edwards underwent an MRI last Wednesday, shortly after landing on the injured list, and it confirmed the initial diagnosis of right shoulder inflammation. If all goes well with his side work, he might be an option again for the Nationals' bullpen coming out of the All-Star break.

JUNE 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent for MRI on shoulder Edwards (shoulder) was sent for an MRI on his right shoulder Wednesday, Bobby Blanco of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Edwards landed on the 15-day injured list Wednesday afternoon with a diagnosis of right shoulder inflammation, but the imaging scans will provide a clearer overall scope of the issue. The 31-year-old had been shaping up as a strong trade candidate for the Nationals with a 3.69 ERA through 31.2 innings of setup duty. Maybe he can return sometime in July, ahead of the August 1 trade deadline.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lands on IL The Nationals placed Edwards on the 15-day injured list Wednesday with right shoulder inflammation, Andrew Golden of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Washington opted to shut Edwards down after he experienced discomfort in his shoulder coming out of his most recent relief appearance in Monday's 8-6 loss to St. Louis. Though his initial diagnosis of inflammation rather than a shoulder sprain or strain bodes well for a speedy recovery, the Nationals aren't putting an official timeline on Edwards' return from the IL. The 31-year-old has been a key setup option this season, nabbing 13 holds, two saves and one win while accruing a 3.69 ERA over 32 appearances.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Having shoulder checked out Edwards is having his right shoulder checked before Wednesday's game versus the Cardinals, Bobby Blanco of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact The Nationals have Joe La Sorsa with the team in Washington in case the team needs to place Edwards on the injured list. The right-hander has appeared in 32 games with the Nationals with a 3.69 ERA and 1.52 WHIP over 31.2 innings despite a lackluster 24:17 K:BB.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Secures second save Edwards picked up a save Thursday's against the Astros, striking out one batter in a perfect inning.

Impact Hunter Harvey got the first stab at a save for Washington in the ninth inning, but he couldn't protect a 1-0 lead. After the Nationals scored three times in the top of the 10th, Edwards got the call, and he retired the side on 12 pitches (10 of which were a strike). The save was his first since April 8, but with Kyle Finnegan pitching inconsistently of late and Harvey blowing the opportunity Thursday, Edwards could emerge as a more frequent closing option for manager Dave Martinez.

JUNE 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rings up 13th hold Edwards gave up a hit in a scoreless seventh inning to record his 13th hold of the season in Friday's loss to Atlanta.

Impact The veteran reliever has matched his hold total from 2022 in less than half the appearances, but Edwards isn't exactly dominating. He's been scored upon in three of his last six games, and his 3.38 ERA on the season doesn't match his shaky 1.50 WHIP or mediocre 21:14 K:BB through 26.2 innings. The Nationals don't have many better options for high-leverage work, however, so Edwards figures to remain in a setup role barring a total meltdown.

JUNE 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs first save Edwards earned a save against the Rockies on Saturday, allowing one run on three hits and striking out one batter over one inning.

Impact Kyle Finnegan opened the season as Washington's presumptive closer, but he was used in the eighth inning Saturday with Washington holding a five-run lead. After Anthony Banda allowed three baserunners without getting an out in the ninth, Edwards was brought in to shut the door in a save situation. The right-hander didn't look great, allowing an inherited runner to score as well as having a run charged to himself while surrendering three hits, but he was able to strike out Kris Bryant to close things out. It remains to be seen if Finnegan's recent blowup has dropped him out of the closer role -- if that's the case, Edwards could see more ninth-inning opportunities despite his shaky save Saturday.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Might be ninth-inning option Edwards could see save chances if Kyle Finnegan gets shifted into a fireman role rather than being used as a traditional closer, Bobby Blanco of MASN reports.

Impact Finnegan still seems likely to see the majority of save chances for the Nationals this season, but there could be saves up for grabs if the right-hander gets the call earlier in games in tight situations. Edwards would be just one of many candidates who could benefit, with Hunter Harvey, Alex Colome, Sean Doolittle (elbow) and Mason Thompson also in the mix depending on matchups and performance. Edwards' reduced velocity was a concern early in camp, but he hasn't allowed an earned run in his last two Grapefruit League appearances with a 3:0 K:BB. The 31-year-old had a solid 2022 campaign in a setup role for the Nats, recording double-digit holds for the first time since 2018.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Concerns about velocity Nationals manager Dave Martinez expressed concern Friday about Edwards' dip in velocity, Andrew Golden of the Washington Post reports.

Impact Edwards said he feels fine, but all of his pitches have been down at least a couple of ticks. Maybe that's just part of a routine spring-training buildup, but Martinez told reporters that the situation would be reevaluated Saturday. Edwards was knocked around for four earned runs while recording only one out Friday in a Grapefruit League appearance against the Mets.

MARCH 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids arbitration with Nationals Edwards signed a one-year, $2.25 million contract with the Nationals on Friday to avoid arbitration, Andrew Golden of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Edwards earned the raise following a resurgent 2022 season which saw him post a 2.76 ERA and 56:25 K:BB over 62 innings. He'll be in the late-inning mix for the Nationals again in 2023, perhaps even seeing some save opportunities.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Meneses' 8th-inning HR snaps Braves' 5-game winning streak

Joey Meneses hit a go-ahead, two-run homer off Jesse Chavez in the seventh inning, and the Washington Nationals stopped the Atlanta Braves’ five-game winning streak with a 3-2 vict...

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Thomas hits 1 of 4 homers in Nationals' 5-3 win over Marlins

Lane Thomas got things started with a leadoff homer for the Washington Nationals and they ended up hitting four solo shots in a 5-3 victory over the Miami Marlins

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pockets sixth win Edwards (6-3) picked up the win in Friday's 5-4 victory over the Marlins, giving up three hits and striking out one in a scoreless eighth inning.

Impact The right-hander picked off Luke Williams at first base to help prevent any damage from the three singles he allowed, and Edwards then got the win when the Nationals broke a 4-4 tie in the bottom of the eighth. The 31-year-old has got his career back on track in 2022 after some injury-plagued campaigns, and since the All-Star break he sports a 2.18 ERA over 20.2 innings with four wins, four holds and two saves, albeit with a 1.45 WHIP and 16:8 K:BB.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE