India, July 7 -- The Washington Nationals, who finished in last place in the National League, fired both president of baseball operations Mike Rizzo and manager Davey Martinez, the team announced Sunday.

The decision comes as the team continues to spiral, capped by a 21-5 run differential in the last two games of the series.

"On behalf of our family and the Washington Nationals organization, I first and foremost want to thank Mike and Davey for their contributions to our franchise and our city," said principal owner Mark Lerner in an official statement, per the New York Post.

"Our family is eternally grateful for their years of dedication to the organization, including their roles in bringing a World Series trophy to Washington, D.C. W...