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MLB Free Agent Rumors: Nationals Made Bryce Harper Contract Offer ‘Much More’ Than $300 Million

Matthew Moreno
2 Min Read
Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Although Bryce Harper wasn’t necessarily expected to make a quick decision as a free agent, the process has unfolded as more of a trickle than drawn out because of widespread interest. Harper’s market is largely believed to consist of a handful of teams.

Thus far, the Chicago White Sox and Philadelphia Phillies have been connected to the 26-year-old more so than other clubs. Coincidentally, they are also believed to have interest in Manny Machado, with the White Sox reportedly submitting a contract offer this week while maintaining contact with Harper.

Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Dodgers and Washington Nationals have remained on the periphery with Harper. The Nationals reportedly presented him with a 10-year, $300 million contract extension prior to the 2018 regular season coming to a close.

According to Jim Bowden of The Athletic, the Nationals have since made another offer to Harper that exceeded the previous amount:

Last month, Nationals owner Mark Lerner cast doubt on the likelihood of re-signing Harper. Lerner also indicated the club would not go past 10 years and $300 million for the 2015 National League MVP.

The Nationals have been plenty active as Harper’s future hangs in the balance, trading for Yan Gomes and signing Patrick Corbin, Matt Adams and Anibal Sanchez. They have also been tied to Brian Dozier and D.J. LeMahieu, who could be second basemen of interest for the Dodgers.

Matthew Moreno is a journalist from Whittier, Calif., who is a credentialed reporter and is currently the Managing Editor of DodgerBlue.com and LakersNation.com. In addition to covering Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angels Lakers, Matthew has a strong passion for keeping up to date with the sneakerhead culture. It began with Michael Jordan and Air Jordan shoes, and has carried over to Kobe Bryant's signature line with Nike. Matthew previously was the lead editor and digital strategist at Dodgers Nation, and the co-editor and lead writer at Reign of Troy, where he covered USC Trojans Football. Matthew graduated from California State Long Beach University with a major in journalism and minor in communications. Contact: matt@mediumlargela.com