Jake Eder

Jake Eder has been designated for assignment by the Washington Nationals. The move allows newly acquired Curtis Mead a spot on the 40-man roster.

Fantasy Impact

Eder posted a 2.70 ERA in 6.2 innings for the Nationals this spring. The 27-year-old lefthander has pitched in nine big league games, sporting a 4.87 ERA in 20.1 innings between the White Sox and Angels. Washington now has seven days to trade Eder or place him on unconditional waivers.

The Nationals have optioned left-hander Jake Eder to Triple-A Rochester.

Fantasy Impact

Eder allowed four runs in 6 2/3 innings this spring, although only two were earned, and he walked six. The southpaw posted a rough 6.40 ERA in the minors last season and worked to a 4.91 ERA across eight relief outings with the Angels.

Jake Eder is scheduled to start one of the Nationals two split-squad games on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Eder, who was acquired in last summer’s trade with the Angels, will take the mound on Saturday against the Astros. He is expected to compete for a depth role in the Nationals rotation.

Jake Eder has been traded to the Washington Nationals.

Fantasy Impact

Eder will join Sam Brown in Washington in exchange for Andrew Chafin and Luis Garcia. Eder is currently in Triple-A but may get a chance at a fresh start with the Nationals' big league club.

The Angels optioned Jake Eder to Triple-A Salt Lake.

Fantasy Impact

Eder posted a 5.54 ERA across 13 innings in July. Jose Quijada had his contract selected as the corresponding move.