Will Griffin get extension … or get traded? Nats weighing options

Talk about multi-faceted: All-Star left-hander Foster Griffin is both a valuable trade chip and a contract extension candidate for the Nationals. The Wild Card-contending Nationals begin a critical four-game series in Atlanta tonight that could shape if they are buyers or sellers at Monday's Trade Deadline. According to MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand, per a source, a contract extension between Griffin and the Nationals is “very unlikely.” Griffin has been a driving force behind the Nationals’ 55-54 record, helping them exceed projections as they vie for their first postseason berth since 2019. He is slated to make his final start before the...