In rare public comments on contract talks, Washington Nationals general manager Jim Bowden set the parameters for negotiations with third baseman Ryan Zimmerman by mentioning four young players of similar stature who signed long-term deals over the past two years. “If Ryan is willing to sign a contract that is similar to what all the other good young players are signing for …
Posted: February 23rd, 2008.
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