The Nationals continue to make moves.
Today they optioned Elijah Dukes to Triple-A.
Yesterday they acquired Nyjer Morgan from the Pirates. Sure, Morgan is 28 and doesn’t have much “upside” but he brings a lot to the Nationals. He gives Washington an influx of speed.
But we think there’s going to be a domino effect.
With Morgan in center, the Nats will then be able to move Willie Harris to left. Then they can move Adam Dunn to first.
That means the Nationals can trade Nick Johnson for a plus pitching prospect.
Plus this has the added benefit of ridding the team of not one, but two, outfielders with attitude issues.
Copy Editor Patrick Abdalla doesn't need performance-enhancing drugs to take a look at all things Major League Baseball. Whether it's arguing about the Hall of Fame, quizzing someone with a stat out of left field, discussing a good baseball book, or talking about "Field of Dreams," Pat always enjoys some infield chatter. 