Carson Palmquist - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

Optioned to Rochester Washington demoted Palmquist to Triple-A Rochester on Saturday.

Impact Palmquist will head back to Rochester for the first time since June 29. The southpaw opened Tuesday's game against Philadelphia and lasted just one-third of an inning after giving up one run on two hits. In 16.1 innings this season, the 25-year-old owns a 7.71 ERA, 1.78 WHIP and 15:8 K:BB. The Nationals have yet to announce a corresponding move.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Working as opener Tuesday Palmquist will serve as the Nationals' opening pitcher for Tuesday's game against the Phillies, Mark Zuckerman of NatsJournal.com reports.

Impact Palmquist hasn't covered more than 3.1 innings in any of his prior five opener assignments, so that workload likely represents the upper range of what he'll handle Tuesday. Zack Littell is slated to pitch in bulk relief behind Palmquist and is the Nationals pitcher most likely to qualify for a win.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Opening Friday Palmquist will serve as the opening pitcher in Friday's game against the Diamondbacks, Kyle Williams of TheBanner.com reports.

Impact Palmquist gave up four earned runs in 1.2 innings during his last opening assignment Tuesday against the Rockies, but the Nationals will give him another chance to handle the first inning during Friday's series opener. Zack Littell is in line to pitch in bulk relief once Palmquist exits the game.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Serving as opener in Colorado Palmquist will be the Nationals' opening pitcher Tuesday in Colorado, Mark Zuckerman of NatsJournal.com reports.

Impact Palmquist is capable of more length than most openers, having struck out four over three innings of one-run ball in his last opener assignment versus the Yankees on July 10. Depending on how things go, it could be closer to a piggyback situation with Miles Mikolas, who is pegged for bulk relief.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 11 • Associated Press

Opening for Nationals on Friday Palmquist will serve as the Nationals' opening pitcher in Friday's game against the Yankees, Spencer Nusbaum of The Athletic reports.

Impact Zack Littell is poised to absorb most of the workload in bulk relief, but Palmquist will take the ball first. The left-hander has made four appearances for the Nationals, allowing five runs with a 7:2 K:BB over 6.1 innings.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Working as opener Palmquist will serve as the opener for Zack Littell in Saturday's game against the Pirates, Mark Zuckerman of NatsJournal.com reports.

Impact Palmquist, who was recalled from Triple-A Rochester earlier this week, most recently logged an inning of work in Boston on Wednesday, and he should log around an inning of work as the opener Saturday.

JULY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from Triple-A The Nationals recalled Palmquist from Triple-A Rochester on Monday.

Impact He could fill the role of long reliever vacated by Mitchell Parker (elbow), who landed on the 15-day injured list Monday. Palmquist permitted one earned run over 3.1 innings last week in his lone appearance for the Nationals.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Back in Triple-A The Nationals optioned Palmquist to Triple-A Rochester following Wednesday's game against the Phillies.

Impact Palmquist gave up one earned run in 3.1 innings while making his season debut as the Nats' opener Wednesday. Now that he's fulfilled his duties with the big club, he'll head back to Rochester, where he's posted a 3.27 ERA and 0.73 WHIP across 11 frames since joining the organization in May.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Called up, will serve as opener The Nationals recalled Palmquist from Triple-A Rochester, and he'll serve as the team's opening pitcher for Wednesday's game against the Phillies, Mark Zuckerman of NatsJournal.com...

Impact Though he'll eventually settle into the Washington bullpen, Palmquist will be making his team debut in a starting role. The Nationals are likely counting on the left-handed Palmquist to cover the first inning or two, hoping that he can limit the effectiveness of a Philadelphia lineup that typically features two left-handed hitters in Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper in the top four spots. Right-hander Miles Mikolas will take over in bulk relief once Palmquist exits the contest.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Joining Nationals bullpen The Nationals will recall Palmquist from Triple-A Rochester prior to Wednesday's game versus the Phillies, Grant Paulsen of 106.7 The Fan reports.

Impact Palmquist will give the Nationals some length in the bullpen after the club needed seven relievers to get through Tuesday's loss to Philadelphia. The left-hander was acquired from the Rockies last month and has collected a 6.00 ERA and 30:22 K:BB over 36 innings at the Triple-A level in 2026.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to Washington The Rockies traded Palmquist to the Nationals on Monday in exchange for cash considerations.

Impact Palmquist was designated for assignment by the Rockies on Thursday, but he'll now be a part of the Nationals organization and will get a fresh start with Triple-A Rochester. He has spent the entire 2026 season in Triple-A, where he has a 7.20 ERA, 2.04 WHIP and 24:19 K:BB across 25 innings. Max Kranick (elbow) was transferred to the 60-day injured list in a corresponding move.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Dropped from 40-man roster Palmquist was designated for assignment by the Rockies on Thursday.

Impact Palmquist has posted an inflated 7.20 ERA and 2.16 WHIP over 25 innings in 12 appearances, including five starts with Triple-A Albuquerque this season, and if he clears waivers, he'll likely remain with the Triple-A squad. The move was made in order to create a spot for Infielder Chad Stevens had his contract selected from Albuquerque on Thursday, replacing Palmquist on Colorado's 40-man roster.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to Triple-A The Rockies optioned Palmquist (shin) to Triple-A Albuquerque on Sunday, Patrick Lyons of JustBaseball.com reports.

Impact The 25-year-old was a bit behind schedule early in camp due to a shin injury, but he returned to make a couple Cactus League appearances. Palmquist struggled to an 8.91 ERA and 27:25 K:BB over nine appearances in his first taste of the majors last year.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Delayed by shin soreness Palmquist is a bit behind schedule after being hit on the shin by a line drive, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.

Impact Palmquist is expected to be fine, but the issue has slightly delayed his ramp-up. The left-hander tossed a scoreless inning in his Cactus League debut last week. He is in the mix for a spot in the Rockies' rotation, but Palmquist's best shot to make the team might be as a long reliever.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to Triple-A The Rockies optioned Palmquist to Triple-A Albuquerque on Tuesday.

Impact Palmquist really struggled in two relief appearances during his most recent stint in the majors, allowing eight runs on 10 hits and seven walks over 3.2 innings. He'll likely go back into the rotation at Albuquerque.

AUGUST 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins big club The Rockies recalled Palmquist from Triple-A Albuquerque on Friday.

Impact With Colorado trading Jake Bird and Tyler Kinley prior to Thursday's deadline, Palmquist will come back up to reinforce the pitching staff. The left-handed Palmquist has worked exclusively as a starter at the big-league level so far in his career, but he has struggled to a 7.63 ERA and 1.73 WHIP, and it's possible he works as more of a swingman this time around.

AUGUST 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to Triple-A The Rockies optioned Palmquist to Triple-A Albuquerque on Sunday.

Impact Palmquist has made seven starts across his two stints in the majors this season, and he'll head back to Triple-A with a 7.63 ERA and 22:18 K:BB across 30.2 innings. Kyle Freeland (back) is expected to return from the injured list this week to fill Palmquist's spot in the rotation.

JUNE 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to Triple-A The Rockies optioned Palmquist to Triple-A Albuquerque on Sunday.

JUNE 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 22, 2025 • MLB.COM

Lasts four innings against Arizona Palmquist allowed three runs on four hits and two walks while striking out four over four innings in a no-decision Saturday versus the Diamondbacks.

Impact Palmquist gave up a run in each of the first three innings, including a solo home run to Eugenio Suarez in the third. Palmquist has completed five innings just once in seven outings, and he was pulled at 62 pitches (39 strikes) in this start. Overall, he has a poor 7.63 ERA, 1.73 WHIP and 22:18 K:BB over 30.2 innings. He's still in search of his first major-league win, and he'll need to be more efficient, especially in cutting back the free passes, to get a realistic shot at a victory. Palmquist is not guaranteed another turn through the rotation if Kyle Freeland (back) is ready to return from the injured list when first eligible Friday.

JUNE 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lasts four innings against Arizona Palmquist allowed three runs on four hits and two walks while striking out four over four innings in a no-decision Saturday versus the Diamondbacks.

JUNE 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Receiving another start Palmquist is slated to start Saturday's game against the Diamondbacks at Coors Field.

Impact The rookie will pick up a second turn through the rotation after being called up from Triple-A Albuquerque to serve as a replacement for lefty Kyle Freeland (back), who was placed on the injured list weekend. While stepping in for Freeland in Monday's 6-4 win over the Nationals, Palmquist took a no-decision and gave up four earned runs on four hits and three walks over 4.2 innings. Over his six starts this season with the Rockies, Palmquist owns a 7.76 ERA, 1.76 WHIP and 18:16 K:BB in 26.2 innings.

JUNE 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Receiving another start Palmquist is slated to start Saturday's game against the Diamondbacks at Coors Field.

Impact The rookie will pick up a second turn through the rotation after being called up from Triple-A Albuquerque to serve as a replacement for lefty Kyle Freeland (back), who was placed on the injured list last weekend. While stepping in for Freeland in Monday's 6-4 win over the Nationals, Palmquist took a no-decision and gave up four earned runs on four hits and three walks over 4.2 innings. Over his six starts this season with the Rockies, Palmquist owns a 7.76 ERA, 1.76 WHIP and 18:16 K:BB in 26.2 innings.

JUNE 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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