The Washington Nationals (27-19) have been the hottest team in baseball since the start of play on April 28th, leading the league with a record of 20-6 and a +45 run differential over that span. Leading the way has been Washington’s “Big Three,” which is composed of their dominant ace, superstar power hitter, and shutdown closer. Max Scherzer, Bryce Harper, and Drew Storen are more than just quality household names, they are bona fide stars propelling their team to the top of their division.
Between Scherzer’s dominance every fifth day, Harper’s raw talent and established instincts, and Storen’s ability to shorten close games, the Nationals have had their success built upon their three best players.