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    Joe Nathan

    JoeNathan

    • Relief Pitcher
    • Birthdate
      22/11/1974
    • 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 from minor league pact

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          Nats release Nathan, who hopes to pitch in '17

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