According to multiple sources close to Adam Kilgore of the Washington Post, Nationals officials, led by their GM, Mike Rizzo, will visit Mark Buehrle and his representatives from CAA Sports today at his house at St. Louis.
Kilgore says that the Nationals are looking for a veteran starter to go with their young, talented staff. “The pitcher we're looking for is a good leader type of guy who can throw a lot of innings,” said Rizzo earlier this month after signing
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