The Nationals released Littell on Friday.
Littell is now officially a free agent after passing through waivers following his removal from the Nationals' 40-man roster. The veteran right-hander has been serviceable this season, logging a 4.97 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 70:35 K:BB over 112.1 frames. Littell should be able to find work quickly with an organization in need of an innings-eater.