Nats Drop RiceThe Washington Nationals Announced this morning that it would not re-sign veteran Sam Rice. Rice has been a presence in the Senator since he joined the team in 1915, and has been a starter is most games during his career. He alternated between the mound and the outfield in his first two seasons, when the game was different. Unlike today's modern game, players twenty years ago were not as specialized. Rice was an important member of the Nats' 1924 World Championship team, hitting .334. In 1926, he finished 4th in MVP voting.
Rice acknowledged his disappointment, but said "I'll get over it. I think I've got at least one more good season, so I'll explore my options."
