"The Nationals have finished their managerial search and are simply waiting until after the World Series concludes to make an official announcement, General Manager Mike Rizzo said today in a conference call with reporters. Barring an absolute shock, Davey Johnson will retain the position for the 2012 season.

MLB asks teams not make any formal announcements during the World Series so as to detract attention from the sport's marquee event. "We're just waiting for an opportunity to make an announcement," Rizzo said. "