February 8, 2012

Nationals sign Morse to multiyear deal

The Nationals agreed to terms on Friday with outfielder/first baseman Michael Morse on a multiyear contract extension, thus avoiding salary arbitration.

Nationals unlikely to sign Prince at current price

There is a "99 percent" chance that the Nationals will not sign free-agent first baseman Prince Fielder, according to a baseball source. Fielder's price would have to come down for Washington to consider him.

Nationals sign first four 2011 Draft picks

The Nationals agreed to terms with their first four selections — infielder Anthony Rendon, right-hander Alex Meyer, outfielder Brian Goodwin and left-hander Matthew Purke — in the 2011 First-Year Player Draft.

Draft pick Houchins unlikely to sign with Nats

Shortstop Zach Houchins, a 15th-round selection in the 2011 First-Year Player Draft, said Monday it is unlikely that he will sign a professional contract with the Nationals.

Nationals set to sign Harper's brother

Left-hander Bryan Harper, the 30th-round pick in the 2011 First-Year Player Draft, agreed to terms with the Nationals on Monday, according to Harper on Twitter.