12 teams make the playoffs, that's reasonable. The Nats are stuck in the bottom 5 or 6 with little help on the way. Also don't think a big boom pitching contract would change much. Makes sense to put the $ to hitters, but at some point have to develop guys who can make it through 6 and keep the pitch count at 100, even with a 4-something ERA. This org hasn't been able to do that with anyone and there's no one in the system showing any potential to do so.
If Cavalli is just decent he will be a “big” help. Replacing maybe Williams this year and Corbin beyond. Will also help if Irvin does not turn into a pumpkin. They have a number 10 pick in this draft and probably a top 5 next year. It’s too bad they could not get Skenes last year.
