Now multiple days removed from the conclusion of the Winter Meetings when the Washington Nationals loaded up in the Rule 5 Draft, there still remains a cloud of

Nationals show no urgency to trade MacKenzie Gore as Winter Meetings interest grows, keeping options open while assessing his long-term value.

Former first baseman and designated hitter Josh Bell agreed to a one-year, $7 million deal with the Twins with a mutual option for 2027. The deal also includes a $250,000 signing bonus and $5.5 million salary in 2026 with a $1.25 million buyout, per the AP.

The Washington Nationals will have to look elsewhere when it comes to a first baseman.

Gray was an All-Star for the Nationals during the 2023 season he pitched 159.0 innings for the Nationals. He had an 8-13 record that season with a 3.91 earned run average. He made 30 starts for the Nationals that season and he struck out 143 batters in 159.0 innings.

Right-hander Josiah Gray and the Washington Nationals avoided salary arbitration when they agreed to a $1.35 million, one-year contract, the same salary he earned last season.

The Washington Nationals have not made a major league addition to their roster via free agency. They have signed a few players to minor league deals and pulled