That was announced on Monday afternoon January 18 Washington Nationals and Jon Lester reached an agreement and signed a contract for the 2021 season from MLB. The veteran pitcher would end his cycle with the Chicago Cubs and now reflects his signature in a negotiation that, according to sources, will last for a year. The financial amount you will receive has not yet been disclosed.
ESPN journalist and MLB insider Jeff Passan reported Monday afternoon that Jon Lester has signed a one-year contract with the Washington Nationals and option for both parties. Passan adds that the conclusion of the negotiation depends only on the physical examinations.
Jon Lester joined free agency at the end of the 2020 MLB season, as the Chicago Cubs failed to renew the pitcher’s contract, who stayed with the organization for six years.
The left-hander was a key part of the Chicago Cubs rotation in winning the MLB World Series title in 2016. In addition, he is considered an emblem of the team for everything he left behind in his time.
In his six seasons with the Chicago Cubs, lefthanded Jon Lester posted a record win-loss of 77-44; as well as a 3.64 ERA in 171 starts. In addition, he released four complete games.