the Washington Nationals have signed catcher Andrew Knizner to a minor-league contract. He will also be invited to spring training. The 29-year-old made 37 appearances with the Texas Rangers.

Lefty Rob Zastryzny relieved Contreras in the seventh but walked Lars Nootbaar, gave up a single to Tommy Edman and a sacrifice bunt by Andrew Knizner that advanced both runners. When Zastryzny ...