The Washington Nationals signed this left-hander to a minor-league deal but they’re treating him as if he’ll make their opening-day roster.

Reliever Lucas Sims and the Washington Nationals have agreed to a one-year contract. Washington announced the deal Wednesday and placed right-hander Mason Thompson on the 60-day injured list.

Training, it is very common to see an emphasis on defense, and this is certainly the case for the Nats. In their time in West Palm Beach, Davey Martinez and the Nationals staff have been laser focused on defense.

The Washington Nationals have begun sending out information regarding which of their players will be starting for their first few spring training games. Per Mar