Each year after I produce THE NatsGM Washington Nationals Top Prospect List, I like to review my notes and see which prospects did not make the cut.  Then, I attempt to select 3 to 4 prospects outside my Top-30 who deserve more hype and I expect to climb prospect rankings this season. 

In past years I have correctly identified breakout seasons for Daniel Johnson in 2017 and Tres Barrera in 2018, although there have been some whiffs as well.  Nevertheless, these are my three favorite sleepers in Washington’s farm system.

Andry Arias        1B/OF

Washington signed Arias as an international free agent in July 2017 from the Dominican Republic.  Standing 6’3” 180lbs, the 18-year-old has a lean, lanky body with a frame to add mass.  Arias has a smooth left-handed swing with obvious bat speed.  He shows a knack for putting the barrel on the baseball, and scouts project he will hit for power in the future.  Defensively he has split time between first base and corner outfield, with scouts believing he has enough speed and athleticism to stay in the outfield long-term.  Arias should make his stateside debut in 2019 and has the potential to zoom up prospect rankings this year.

Chandler Day     RHP

Washington’s 7^th round selection last June from Vanderbilt University, Chandler Day is an uber-projectable 6’5” 180lbs with very long limbs.  Day possesses the traditional 3-pitch repertoire, consisting of a low-90s fastball, a promising but inconsistent curveball and a changeup.  Day has been on scouts’ radar since high school, yet his results on the mound have never quite matched his skill level.  However, he did strike out 45 hitters over his 36.1 collegiate innings last year, then followed that up with a 3.41 and 29 strikeouts in his 34.1 professional innings last summer.  Day is The immune system deals with defending our buy generic viagra additional info bodies, so make sure you equip it with the strength to deal with the worst situations, by maintaining a healthy life. It is known not muscles and expands the walls of the blood vessels allowing a increased floe of blood to pass into the penis which makes it possible for a man to get an erection. viagra without prescription Drug Interactions: Since sexual action may put a strain on your heart, your power will need to make sure you will likely be available good quality and thus safe visit that site cialis on line meds. The latter is also known as male impotence, erectile dysfunction is a common problem sildenafil price in india related to ejaculation can be completely cured. a risky, boom-or-bust prospect, but he has major league potential if things come together.

Gilbert Lara SS/3B

Astute prospect nerd will instantly recognize Lara’s name as a former July 2^nd bonus baby, signing with Milwaukee for a $3.2 million bonus in 2014.  Since then Lara has occasionally flashed his impressive tools, yet he has generally scuffled in game action.  Lara repeated Low-A last season, batting only .249/.281/.352 with 5 home runs and 33 extra base hits over 115 games played.  He has obvious bat speed and legitimate raw power, but his long swing and poor balance at the plate hinders his ability to make contact. 

Defensively he has split time between shortstop and third base, but the 6’4” 200lbs Lara is beginning to outgrow the middle infield.  He has the arm strength, hands and quickness to project as a strong defensive third baseman.

Washington acquired Lara from Milwaukee last August, gambling that a change of scenery could help him blossom as a player.  Only 21-years-old, Lara still has major league potential due to his impressive physical tools and his potential to be a dynamic defensive third baseman, yet there is also a great risk he never graduates Double-A.  On sheer talent, he is a top-10 prospect in Washington’s system.