Nationals Claim Julian Fernandez
Briefly

Julian Fernandez was claimed off waivers by the Nationals from the Dodgers. The move was made possible due to a vacancy on the Nationals' 40-man roster. After being designated for assignment by the Dodgers to accommodate Buddy Kennedy, Fernandez was optioned to Triple-A Rochester by the Nationals. No additional roster moves were required following this claim, indicating a simple transition within the teams' management of players.
The Nationals have claimed right-hander Julian Fernandez off waivers from the Dodgers, per a club announcement. Fernandez had been designated for assignment by the Dodgers last week to make room for Buddy Kennedy on their 40-man roster.
The Nationals had a 40-man roster vacancy and optioned Fernandez to Triple-A Rochester, so no corresponding moves were necessary.
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