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  "path": "/2026/02/konnor-pilkington-nationals-clears-waivers-free-agent.html",
  "publishedAt": "2026-02-05T15:58:56.000Z",
  "site": "https://www.mlbtraderumors.com",
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  "textContent": "The Nationals announced Thursday that lefty Konnor Pilkington, whom they had designated for assignment last week, cleared waivers and rejected an outright assignment to Triple-A Rochester in favor of free agency. He’s now free to sign with any club. The 28-year-old Pilkington pitched 28 1/3 frames for the Nats in 2025, working to a 4.45…",
  "title": "Konnor Pilkington Elects Free Agency"
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