by those predictions, less than $45MM AAV could make for a nice line up and pitching staff (Wood, Greinke, Escobar, Rosario). That would put the team in the neighborhood of $120 million next year. Gray or DeScalfini would be alternatives to Greinke, Matz or Heaney would be an alternative to Wood. I'd think Harrison would be an alternative to Escobar, maybe preferred at a lower cost.
I see about $90 million here. Plus $45 would be $135? Plus you still need to fill the pen with some other arms.
EDIT: Forgot the link.
Actually they are already showing AAV and benefits of $133 million.
https://www.spotrac.com/mlb/washington-nationals/payroll/
