SP - Washington Nationals MiLB
- Age 25
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- Throws: R
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The Nationals optioned RHP Riley Cornelio to Triple-A Rochester.
Fantasy Impact
Cornelio made his debut on Friday in relief, allowing three runs (two earned) over two innings. He'll head back to Triple-A, which likely would have been the case either way.
Riley Cornelio will be called up to make his MLB debut against the White Sox on Friday.
Fantasy Impact
Miles Mikolas was in line to start Friday, but the Nationals have reportedly opted to push the veteran. Instead, Cornelio, a seventh-round pick from 2022, will take the ball. The young righty has made four starts at Triple-A this season, posting a 2.45 ERA and an elite 38.0% strikeout rate across 18 1/3 innings.
The Nationals optioned RHP Riley Cornelio to Triple-A Rochester.
Fantasy Impact
Cornelio impressed in his two spring training appearances, posting a 1.80 ERA with seven strikeouts to zero walks in five innings. He should get the call up to the majors at some point this season.
