The Washington Nationals face a moment where they are merely along for the ride.
They can offer the moon, stars and chucks of the Washington Monument to Bryce Harper today, but he is under no obligation to take it. And, they know it.
This is Harper’s last year of team control. Whenever the 2018 season ends, he becomes a free agent if there is no contract extension beforehand. You will read, see and hear every wild rumor until a deal is done. If it is frustrating to you, imagine how the Nats feel.