Washington Nationals: Finding options at catcher for the stretch run
By David Hill
The Washington Nationals have traded for Wilson Ramos before, having acquired him and minor leaguer Joe Testa from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for Matt Capps. Perhaps it is time for a second go around in Washington.
Finally healthy once again, Ramos is having an All Star caliber season with the bat. He has produced a .291/.338/.461 batting line, slugging 11 homers and ten doubles. Ramos has also gotten solid marks for his handling of the young Rays staff, helping them navigate through the AL East.
Of course, this would assume that the Rays are willing to shop Ramos. They are currently a game over .500, although they are 11 games out of the second Wild Card spot. Yet, there may be mutual interest in an extension, as Ramos himself has stated that he wants to remain in Tampa Bay.
However, success is not a deterrent when it comes to making moves. After all, the Rays had a strong start to the season, and still traded Denard Span and Alex Colome to the Mariners. If the Nationals dangle the right prospects, Ramos could find his way back to Washington. And if the Rays can bring him back during the offseason, so much the better for both sides.
The Washington Nationals had Wilson Ramos behind the plate before. It may be time to bring him back once again.