The Washington Nationals dismissed manager Dave Martinez and general manager Mike Rizzo after their lengthy partnership, which included a World Series championship in 2019. The team's poor performance over the last six seasons, culminating in a dismal record of 37-53, prompted this decision. Mark Lerner, the managing principal owner, emphasized the need for a fresh approach and new energy. Mike DeBartolo will serve as interim GM, while an interim manager will be announced subsequently. Martinez expressed frustration over media scrutiny, while Rizzo reflected on his nearly two-decade tenure with the organization.
On behalf of our family and the Washington Nationals organization, I first and foremost want to thank Mike and Davey for their contributions to our franchise and our city. While we are appreciative of their past successes, the on-field performance has not been where we or our fans expect it to be.
The sun will come up tomorrow. That's the job. I had a great run. Navigated that ownership group for almost 20 years.
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