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    JoeNathan

    • Relief Pitcher
    • Birthdate
      11/22/1974
    • BAT/THR
      Right/Right
    • Birthplace
      Houston, TX
    • College
      Stony Brook

    Career Stats

    • SV
      377
      ERA
      2.87
      K
      976
      WHIP
      1.12
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      Closer Nathan retiring, to be honored by Twins

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          Nats release Nathan, who hopes to pitch in '17

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            Nats add Nathan, Albers on minor league deals

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