Nationals Trade Mead for Pitching Future | Washington Nationals News

The Nationals pulled off a bold trade, sending rising star infielder Curtis Mead to the Red Sox for lefty pitcher Connelly Early — a young arm with a solid track record and a long-term contract. Mead, who’s been tearing it up with 17 homers and 48 RBIs, was tough to let go, but the Nationals saw this as a crucial upgrade for their pitching staff. Early, currently on the IL with elbow inflammation, boasts a 3.44 ERA and is expected back soon. To fill Mead’s void, they called up promising third baseman Brady House — a 2021 first-rounder ready to step up. With just two games behind the wild card, the Nationals are betting this move gives them both immediate wins and future stability. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/da09d6a52d65bcaa