The Washington Nationals have released Hunter Strickland.

Washington acquired Strickland at the trade deadline last season. He appeared in 24 games, but none in the playoffs for the eventual World Series champions.

In 281 career games with the Giants, Mariners and Nationals, Strickland is 16-15 with a 3.16 ERA, 229 strikeouts, 87 walks and 21 saves.