WASHINGTON (AP) Nationals GM Mike Rizzo says interim manager Jim Riggleman is a "legitimate candidate" to get the job on a permanent basis for 2010.
Riggleman was promoted from bench coach in July to replace fired manager Manny Acta. The team went 26-61 under Acta this season and is 28-42 under Riggleman entering Wednesday's game against the New York Mets.