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Who needs a Fielder when you can have a Hammer?

Michael Natelli — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 14:00:38 +0000

As mentioned in my Mark DeRosa article earlier this week, first baseman Chris Marrero suffered a torn hamstring a few weeks ago while playing for the Licey Tigers in the Dominican Winter League. Provided the Nationals did not pick up a big-name free agent to play the position (i.e Prince Fielder), Marrero was projected to fight for the starting job in 2012, with slugger Michael Morsemoving out to left field.

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But with this injury, it is unclear who will play first, which could have an effect on who will play left field. On the official Nationals depth chart, Morse is listed as the starter at both first base and left field. Obviously that is not possible, so someone else will need to fill one of the positions. Most speculate that either Adam LaRoche or a big-ticket player like Fielder will take the reins at first, and that Morse will bethe team’s next left fielder. However, I propose another solution.

As I’ve mentioned, many of our staff members (myself included) do not think Fielder is the answer at first base. He will demand a big contract, and the team has bigger needs to fill (namely center field and a quality starting pitcher). However, we do not think the team should settle for mediocre players playing in starting roles. So, I propose that, as a more cost-effective option than Fielder, the Nationals bring back the Hammer himself, Josh Willingham.

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Willinghams Season is Over, Wilson Ramos Call-Up

Jeremy Stewart — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 22:20:31 +0000

Willinghams Season Done

After having a All-Star worthy 1st half, being the subject of trade rumors, and sucking badly in the 2nd half it looks like Josh Willinghams season is done due to a torn meniscus. The Hammer came out of … [visit site to read more]

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Let’s Make A Deal?

Kevin David — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 03:08:44 +0000

With the trade deadline approaching fast, the Nationals, despite being as far from contention as a team can get, appears to be quiet as of now. One might argue that the Nationals are so bad that they don’t have any players of value but that’s not the case. There are actually a handful of players on this roster that could be an integral part to a contender’s postseason push.

Josh Willingham OF

The most valuable player as of right now has to be outfielder Josh Willingham who has been absolutely on fire as of late. He’s got good power for a corner outfielder who’s also seen his batting average rise over the .300 mark in recent games. He’s got tremendous value to any team needing production from left field or, at the very worst, a 4th outfielder and big pinch hitter. He’s recently been linked to the San Francisco Giants who are desperately needing power in their lineup. One has to think his two grand slam performance against Milwuakee on Monday opened quite a few eyes. Unfortunately, rumors out of the Nationals front office are that the team has raised their asking price lately to a point that many teams are unwilling to pursue a deal.

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