Washington Nationals' 2010 Middle Infield Update.

The guy can really jack a fastball, but can’t hit anything else worth a darn. I’d certainly like him more than Ronnie Belliard or the O-Dog.

I think I like Hairston most on that list, but he’s not really an everyday player, more of an every where player.

Also, did anyone else notice how close Pudge is to 3000 hits (2711)? He’s only on a two year deal, but what if he Flores’ injuries get him a bulk of playing time and he ends up with 150 base knocks this season? It’d be cool if he wore a Nats uniform for his 3000 hit, but I doubt he’ll get 289 hits in 2 seasons. He’ll have to have a stellar performance if he can, and that would mean good things for the Nats, bad things for Flores.

I am fairly certain DeRosa will pass on the Nats for a winning team. As would O-dog at this point in his career. I think Ronnie Belliard is a waste of an idea, we tried that already didn’t we? Move Guzman to second, pick up Eric Bruntlett or someone else with sure hands, and develop our shortstop position in the minors.

We aren’t going to be able to sign a game changer at either position, so might as well sign a good defensive player and have him split time with Desmond. Still a work in progress for the Nats, don’t try and get too bold with the middle infield.

Twitter.com/washingnats:

“washingnats: Flores is shut down from doing any baseball activities until February, he said. He is rehabbing his right shoulder and elbow in Miami.”

I know its not ideal to start a rookie, but rookie’s gotta play eventually. His last few years in the minors were strong as was his time with the big club. .879 OPS.

He plays all infield and outfield positions, and is a good fielder. And is cheap.

he’s better than a 2nd round draft pick. get him for three years with club option for fourth. team leader, great effort, excellent fielding and hitting skills. Just the type of player the nationals should be after.

you guys can’t be serious about ronnie belliard?? did you watch the pop out/strike out machine lolly gag around the diamond the last few years? don’t let two months of inspired baseball fool you. He was in way over his head.