February 9, 2012

Nats' organization preview, Top 20 Prospects

The future success of every Major League team lies largely in its Minor League pipeline. With that in mind, MLB.com looks at the Nationals' farm system, from the top 20 prospects to those who are under the radar.

Fulchino among Nats' Minor League signings

The Nationals agreed to terms with right-handers Jeff Fulchino and Waldis Joaquin, catcher Carlos Maldonado, infielders Andres Blanco, Jarrett Hoffpauir and Chad Tracy and outfielders Brett Carroll, Jason Michaels and Xavier Paul on Minor League contracts with Spring Training invitations.

Inbox: What's the Nats' next offseason move?

After a quiet Winter Meetings, what does Nats GM Mike Rizzo do now? Will he sign Prince Fielder? Beat reporter Bill Ladson answers fans' questions in the Inbox.

Inbox: Is Lannan in Nats' plans for next year?

Is John Lannan in the Nats' plans for 2012? What about Cuban outfielder Yoenis Cespedes? Beat reporter Bill Ladson answers questions from fans.

Nats' roster: Who stays and who goes?

Nats' roster: Who stays and who goes?