The National League East is gearing up for a thrilling 2019 season and after the splashy signing of Bryce Harper by the Philadelphia Phillies, the free agent eyes move on to closer Craig Kimbrel.
The Washington Nationals and Atlanta Braves are both in on the right-hander, looking to shore up the bullpen with Harper still in the division. Even the Phillies are in on the closer, per the Washington Post.
The Nationals are interested in signing Kimbrel to a long-term deal, per weekend reports, but there are considerations that include the luxury tax threshold, the fit in the bullpen and the impact on signing extensions down the road.