The Washington Nationals and Infielder Amed Rosario reportedly agreed to a one-year $2 million deal earlier today. Rosario played for the Tampa Bay Rays, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Cincinnati Reds during the 2024 regular season. He hit .280 with 3 home runs and 32 RBI last season over 103 games.
Rosario’s career began with the New York Mets and he was dealt by the team to the Cleveland Guardians as part of the Francisco Lindor trade that celebrated its three-year anniversary on Tuesday. He spent parts of three seasons in Cleveland before heading to his fourth team in the last three years. Will Rosario be a good fit with the Washington Nationals for the 2025 season?
Washington Nationals Offseason Summary
INF Amed Rosario and the Nationals have reportedly agreed on a one-year deal. pic.twitter.com/LC7XZQFdVk
— MLB Network (@MLBNetwork) January 8, 2025
It has been a busy offseason for the Washington Nationals as Rosario is not the only key player the team has signed during the offseason. The team signed veteran First Baseman/Designated Hitter Josh Bell, Starting Pitcher Trevor Williams, Relief Pitcher Michael Soroka, and acquired First Baseman Nathaniel Lowe.
Washington is looking to rebound from a 71-91 regular season that led to them missing the MLB Playoffs for the fifth consecutive season. The Washington Nationals have completely overhauled their roster with key players like Bryce Harper, Juan Soto, and Trea Turner no longer on the team. Washington won the 2019 World Series and has struggled ever since.
Final Thoughts
Rosario will look to provide a veteran presence to a Washington Nationals team looking to get back on track. He will be a versatile piece for the team as he can play many positions in the field including second base, right field, third base, and shortstop. He will look to have a successful season with the Nationals to cash in as a free agent next offseason.
