It’s been just over a month now since the Washington Nationals picked up Gerardo Parra off the scrap heap after he was released by the San Francisco Giants. But in a short time, he’s already become one of the more influential players both on and off the field.
“He’s a veteran guy that loves to play,” manager Dave Martinez said of Parra.
“He’s very smart, he’s a smart player and loves to play the game, and I’m glad that we were able to get him.”
Between the lines, Parra currently owns a .