Michael Bourn is the top free agent outfielder in the National League. He is drawing interest from just about everywhere, especially the National League East says Jon Heyman of CBS Sport. The Phillies, the Nationals, and the Braves are all interested in the center fielder's services.
The Phillies struggled through injuries last season and finished just 81-81. They also lost outfielder Juan Pierre, a former center fielder himself. They may have been able to compete more throughout the season had they had more production and less injuries from their outfield positions. The Atlanta Braves, of course, know what Bourn can do. They would love to re-sign him, but they won't break the bank to do so. The Washington Nationals are an interesting contender. They have Bryce Harper in center, but they've been using Michael Morse in right field. Morse could shift back to first base is Adam laRoche ends up signing elsewhere, leaving the Nats in need of an outfielder. An...
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