Updated: Dec 8, 2005, 9:37 AM

Vote: Are the Nationals real contenders?


 Alfonso Soriano
Will Soriano fit in Washington?
It's only fitting that the team representing the city responsible for shaping the nation's actual trade policy make a splash at baseball winter meetings with a blockbuster deal.

In acquiring Alfonso Soriano from the Texas Rangers for Brad Wilkerson, Terrmel Sledge and a prospect, the Nationals proved you don't need an owner to be hot-stove players.

But what's your take on the deal and Frank Robinson's team, SportsNation?

Will Soriano be a happy camper if asked to move from second base to the spacious outfield in Washington? Can the Nationals still afford to sign a pitcher to replace Esteban Loaiza? And will the Nationals get booted out of office?
  • 1) Which team got the better of Wednesday's trade?
  • 2) What do you think the Rangers should have done with Soriano?
  • 3) What should the Nationals do with Soriano?
  • 4) How would you rate Soriano's value as a corner outfielder?
  • 5) Will the Nationals be able to retain Soriano when he becomes a free agent next winter?
  • 6) Should the Nationals bat Soriano leadoff, as they did with Wilkerson for much of last season?
  • 7) Is it a mistake for the Nationals not to attempt to bring back free-agent outfielder Preston Wilson?
  • 8) Which starting pitcher should the Nationals now target?
  • 9) What do you expect from the Nationals in 2006?
  • 10) How secure do you think the team's future is in Washington?

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