Willy Gone

The Nationals have designated light-hitting outfielder Willy Taveras for assignment. That actually sounds pretty good. It isn't.
"Hey Willy, we're designating you for assignment!"
"Great skip, what's the assignment?"
The assignment the Nats had for Taveras is to go away. You are released. But at least he can hold his head high because he wasn't "cut", "let go", "canned", "sent packing", "shipped out" or "placed on waivers". He was designated for assignment. That sounds better.
Anyway, Willy T is still young (28) and just two seasons removed from leading the NL in stolen bases with 68 when he was with Colorado. I'm guessing some team will pick him up. Still, if this guy ever learned how to put the bat on the ball, with his speed he would be dangerous. But, like they say, "You can't steal first base."