Since Joe Ross is expected to potentially miss the entire 2018 season while recovering from Tommy John Surgery, the Washington Nationals have a need for another starting pitcher. There are not many quality starting pitchers available in free agency this year, so the Nats’ best option may be acquiring a starter via trade.
If the Nats elect to trade for a starting pitcher, Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmermann is a solid target. Nats fans are familiar with Zimmermann, as he was drafted by the team in 2007 and pitched for them through 2015.