There are two general strategies Washington could employ. The first is to continue the process of rebuilding; the second would be to make a concerted effort to start winning again for the first time in years. They don't necessarily have to sell out for one strategy or the other, but they should at least have an idea of what the general direction of their organization is.
Washington Nationals made significant moves by trading relievers Andrew Chafin and Luis Garcia to the Angels and later sending pitcher Michael Soroka to the Cubs. Soroka, with a 3-8 record and 4.87 ERA, was part of the effort to solidify pitching for Chicago as they aim for playoffs. In exchange, the Nationals received promising prospects Ronny Cruz and Christian Franklin from Chicago, both considered valuable assets for future development.