Denard Span confident he can continue strong ’13 finish
Entering the final guaranteed season of his contract with the Nationals, Span says he would like to remain in Washington.
Entering the final guaranteed season of his contract with the Nationals, Span says he would like to remain in Washington.
The Nationals may have another move left, but it would add to a payroll that's already more than $125 million.
The Nationals agreed to terms with Doug Fister, leaving only Tyler Clippard among players they need to avoid arbitration with.
The four pitchers, from starters to relievers, will have stiff competition for spots on the team.
"It's not my decision in the end. If they feel that I help the team, then it's gonna be me. If not, I;ll be cheering on the other teammates."
"It’s up to the team," he said. "I’m a starting pitcher, but I’ll relieve, catch, whatever."
The entertaining left-handed reliever and his former University of Dayton teammate, Stammen, are back together.
The Nationals new right-handed starter got to meet most of his new teammates recently.
The new manager has all 41 days of spring training mapped out down to the minute detail. And some players welcome that approach.
The outfielder and team leader believes the Nationals were favorites if they had reached the '13 playoffs.