and on July 2, Arteaga had his contract purchased. Arteaga started at shortstop that night against the Los Angeles Dodgers, going 0-for-3 with an RBI. The following day, the Nationals selected major league veteran Alcides Escobar to the roster, and designated Arteaga for assignment. On July 5, Arteaga cleared waivers and was sent outright to Rochester. He elected free agency on November 7, 2021. See also List of Major League Baseball players from Venezuela References External links Living people 1994 births Venezuelan expatriate baseball players in the United States Baseball players from Caracas Major League Baseball players from Venezuela Major League Baseball infielders Kansas City Royals players Washington Nationals players Arizona League Royals players Burlington Royals players Idaho Falls Chukars players Lexington Legends players Wilmington Blue Rocks players Northwest Arkansas Naturals players Omaha Storm Chasers players Navegantes del Magallanes players Harrisburg Senators players Rochester Red Wings players