Andrew Heaney Targeted by Washington Nationals: This Can be a Potential Addition to Rotation Before the Opening Day (original) (raw)

The

Washington Nationals

, with the approaching

MLB season

, are looking to fine-tune the roaster, particularly the pitching staff. With the team boasting a promising young lineup, the rotation remains of concern. To address this, the Nationals are targeting

Andrew Heaney

, the veteran left-hander, as a potential addition to the

starting rotation

before Opening day.

Andrew Heaney Can be a Reliable Choice for Washington Nationals Rotation

Nationals starting rotation was seen struggling in 2024. It prompted a need to bring a reliable veteran presence. The 33-year-old left-handed Andrew Heaney has emerged as the viable choice for them. Despite the 5-14 record and 4.28 ERA in the last season with the Texas Rangers, Heaney’s performance remained a cut above the win-loss tally. His ability to eat the innings and offer stability made him an attractive choice for the Washington Nationals.
Joel Reuter from Bleacher Report made a recent prediction that the Nationals can sign Heaney to add depth to their rotation. Reuter stated, “Left-hander Andrew Heaney is one of the better starters still available in free agency, and signing him would create some quality depth.”

With Heaney’s championship and playoff experience, he can even mentor the young pitchers of the Washington Nationals. He can aid their development, as the team aims to improve on the 71-win record from their past 2 seasons.

Washington Nationals Bullpen Concerns Persist as Other Options Explored

While rotation remains a priority, Washington Nationals Bullpen has some unresolved issues. The departure of Kyle Finnegan, who recorded 34 saves in 2024, has left the team with a void in the late innings. To address it, Tim Kelly from Bleacher Report predicted that the Nationals could pursue

Kenley Jansen

, the future Hall-of-Fame. Jansen, who has a proven closer with 447 career saves, can offer stability and leadership in the 9th inning.
The offseason for the Nationals has been marked by high-reward signings and low-risk. To add Jansen or Heaney can align with the team's strategy. With the Opening Day nearing, Washington Nationals moves can determine if they can transition to a potential contender from the rebuilding team in 2025.
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