Nationals Claim Jeter Downs Off Waivers
2 years agoThe Washington Nationals claimed infielder Jeter Downs off waivers on Thursday, according to a source. Downs was a former top shortstop prospect for the Boston Red Sox, but he became available this offseason when Boston designated him for assignment last week. The 24-year-old has fallen considerably as a top prospect while underwhelming at the Triple-A level in Boston's organization over the last several seasons. He made his major-league debut for the BoSox in 2022 and went 6-for-39 with a homer, four RBI, four runs scored and 21 strikeouts. Downs hit only .197/.316/.412 with 16 homers, 33 RBI, 56 runs and 18 stolen bases in 81 games for Triple-A Worcester last year. Still, he's very young and will get a second chance to develop in a rebuilding Nats organization. Keep him on your radar.
Source: The Washington Post - Jesse Dougherty
Source: The Washington Post - Jesse Dougherty