The Nationals are open to possible long-term deals with Ian Desmond and Jordan Zimmermann.

Zimmermann is the only remaining Washington player eligible for arbitration.

SFX, the agency which represents Zimmermann, is seeking $5.8 million for next season, but the Nationals have countered with $4.6 million.

Zimmermann and Desmond, both important reasons for the team's success last season and vital pieces of their future, both seem like ideal candidates for multi-year extensions. Both are under team control until 2016.