Trade Deadline Preview: Washington Nationals

May 29, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Martin Prado (14) hits an RBI single during the seventh inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports

Who could be targeted:

1. Daniel Murphy

The Mets have been open to trading Murphy, seemingly not willing to open their piggy banks and giving him an extension. Murphy is not the greatest defenders at second base but he currently leads the NL in hits and would fortify the Nationals lineup. However, it may be difficult for the Nationals to acquire Murphy because they share a division with the Mets and Murphy has been highly coveted by the Mets. He might be out of their price range.

2. Ben Zobrist

Zobrist has been rumored to be moved at the deadline as the Tampa Bay Rays are out of contention and are willing to give up just about anyone for the right price. This would give the Nationals at very valuable piece as Zobrist can play the middle infield positions and can also play the outfield. The price will most likely be steep but nothing the Nationals would not be able to fulfill.

3. Martin Prado

The Arizona Diamondbacks 2014 season was basically over before it even truly started. Having been at the bottom of the NL West for most of the year the Diamondbacks are rumored to be willing to move everyone not named Paul Goldschmidt. Prado would be a great fit in Washington, having played every infield position at one point in his career and having the capability to play the outfield. He has been struggling offensively this year but being put on a contending team and better lineup should give Prado the jolt he needs, being career .291 hitter.