The NL East leading Nats come in boasting one of the best records in baseball and a legitimate shot at making the playoffs for the first time in team history. The Nationals hot start has been sparked by a pair of talented youngsters who should be building blocks for the franchise for many years moving forward.
Strasburg, the flame-throwing right-hander, is 6-1 with a 2.35 ERA so far this season. At just 23 years old, Strasburg is already on track as a Cy Young contender and could very well assert himself as the best pitcher in baseball over the next decade.
On the field, Bryce Harper provides the offensive equivalent to Strasburg's power off the mound. Since being called up from the minor leagues at the end of April, Harper has been on a tear at the plate and in the field. The 19-year-old outfielder is hitting .276, with five home runs and 14 RBIs in 35 games with the big league club.
Red Sox fans may not see Harper over the weekend, as the Nationals may choose to rest Harper and his sore back. But Strasburg will be on the hill for the Nats on Friday, taking on the potent Boston lineup under the lights at Fenway.
Both players are supreme talents that any general manager would be more than excited to build around. But who would you rather have on your team?
