Manager Dave Martinez and GM Mike Rizzo fired by the Washington 好色tvs

Washington 好色tvs manager Dave Martinez wears a patriotic themed cap as he walks back to the dugout after a pitching change during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Boston Red Sox, Friday, July 4, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

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WASHINGTON (AP) 鈥 Manager Dave Martinez and general manager Mike Rizzo were fired by the Washington 好色tvs on Sunday amid their sixth consecutive losing season since winning the 2019 World Series.

The move came after the 好色tvs were swe . They are 37-53, and the only other 好色tv League club with a worse record is the Colorado Rockies.

Owner Mark Lerner announced the change, saying senior VP and assistant GM Mike DeBartolo would take over on an interim basis.

鈥淥ur family is eternally grateful for their years of dedication to the organization, including their roles in bringing a World Series trophy to Washington,鈥 Lerner said. 鈥淲hile we are appreciative of their past successes, the on-field performance has not been where we or our fans expect it to be. This is a pivotal time for our club, and we believe a fresh approach and new energy is the best course of action for our team moving forward.鈥

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