The Nationals entered this Spring with question marks at both corner infield positions. We should expect to see a healthy mix of Howie Kendrick, Eric Thames and Ryan Zimmerman at first base, assuming they stay healthy. However, who will be playing third base is a different type of conversation.
It’s no secret that the Nationals lost All-Star Anthony Rendon to the Los Angeles Angels in free agency in December. A year ago, Rendon led the major leagues in RBI with 126 while batting .319 with 34 home runs and a league-best 44 doubles.