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Nationals, Hudson Close To Deal

The Nationals are close to a deal with free-agent infielder Orlando Hudson, according to Tim Kurkjian of ESPN The Magazine.

The contract would be for $3 million with incentives that could bring its value up to $4 million, according to the report.

Via ESPN

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Cabrera Being Courted By Reds, Rockies And Nationals

Free-agent shortstop Orlando Cabrera is being looked at by Cincinnati, Cleveland and Washington.

However, according to a major league source, neither of the teams are close to a deal with Cabrera.

Both the Rockies and Nationals are also believed to be pursuing second baseman Orlando Hudson, which could affect where Cabrera lands.

Via MLB.com

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Nationals, Dunn Discuss Possible Extension

Adam Dunn signed a two-year deal with the Nationals last offseason, but it's clear that Washington wants him over the long-term.

Dunn and the Nationals have opened talks about a contract extension that would reinforce the first baseman's prominent role in Washington.

The slugger said on Friday that the extension is "something I want to do." Talks are still preliminary -- Dunn described them at "stage zero" -- but the mutual interest underscores the satisfaction on both sides.

Via Washington Post

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