The Nationals had issues in their bullpen with regards to left-handed pitchers, so Rzepczynski should help them in that area down the stretch (and potentially in the playoffs in October). They also received a little cash from Oakland in the transaction.

The rebuilding Athletics received an interesting prospect in Schrock for a situational left-hander (Rzepczynski), so this is a solid deal for Oakland at this time. Schrock is only 21 years old and is a solid left-hand-hitting second baseman with some upside.

Rzepczynski's fantasy value, albeit limited, does get better now that he is moving to Washington. He should receive a few more holds opportunities down the stretch. As for Schrock, keep an eye on him and put him on the fantasy radar (the A's don't really have a definitive second baseman of the future at this time).