Orioles Trade Kyle Nicolas to Nationals

In a historic trade, the Orioles sent reliever Kyle Nicolas to the Nationals for minor league infielder Randal Diaz, marking the first transaction between the teams since the Nationals’ relocation in 2005. Nicolas, who has yet to play in the MLB and has struggled with command, will be assigned to Triple-A Rochester, while the Nationals opened a roster spot by moving Mitchell Parker to the 60-day injured list. Diaz, a 23-year-old versatile infielder, has shown modest performance in High-A, with a .253 batting average and solid on-base skills. This trade reflects a thaw in relations between the franchises following years of tension over broadcasting rights.

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