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Nationals: Josh Bell can hit with runners in scoring position, too

Adam Frazier #26 of the Pittsburgh Pirates celebrates with Josh Bell #55 after hitting a home run in the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on August 13, 2020 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

The Washington Nationals got the power bat they craved when they landed Josh Bell in a trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates. They also got a guy who can rake with runners on.

Needing an upgrade in the power department, the Washington Nationals went out and acquired slugging first baseman Josh Bell.