Listen "Why The Washington Nationals SHOULD Add A Big Time Catcher In A Hypothetical MacKenzie Gore Trade"
Episode Synopsis
Ryan Clary explores the Washington Nationals' catching situation and potential offseason moves. He explains why trading for Baltimore's Adley Rutschman doesn't make sense, arguing the Nationals shouldn't sacrifice Mackenzie Gore for a player with only two years of team control and declining offensive numbers. Instead, Clary makes a compelling case for targeting Seattle's Harry Ford—a 22-year-old catching prospect blocked by Cal Raleigh. He outlines a realistic trade package centered on Gore that could land Ford plus additional prospects, including top draft pick Cade Anderson. The episode also covers the Nationals' first offseason move: signing former prospect Eddy Yean to a minor league deal. Clary discusses how this power-armed reliever fits the organization's analytical approach and could surprise in spring training.0:00 Intro1:32 Nationals targeting catchers this offseason4:04 Why Adley Rutschman isn't the answer7:08 Keibert Ruiz's uncertain future with team10:11 Harry Ford trade makes perfect sense14:16 Building around Ford's six-year timeline17:18 Asking price: Ford plus Kade Anderson20:21 Eddie Yean returns on minor league deal24:25 Yean's power arm and walk rate concerns Follow Ryan Clary on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ryanclary11Follow Locked On Nationals on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LO_NationalsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLBfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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