The Nationals surprised everyone yesterday and landed the big fish on the free agent pitching market in Patrick Corbin. It was the latest move in the arms race going on in the National League East division.
The Atlanta Braves got the party started with the surprise signing of Josh Donaldson. The Phillies went out and got Jean Segura, and remain a favorite to land either Bryce Harper or Manny Machado. The Mets took advantage of Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto’s insecurity, raiding his pantry for Robinson Cano and Edwin Diaz.