Lucas Sims, a seasoned reliever in Major League Baseball, is reportedly nearing a deal with the Washington Nationals after spending 2023 with the Cincinnati Reds. The 30-year-old has a career ERA of 4.50 and was previously with the Atlanta Braves and Boston Red Sox. His 2023 performance included 67 appearances, though he struggled with a 6.43 ERA after being traded to Boston.

The Nationals are on the lookout for a new closer after non-tendering Kyle Finnegan. Sims might play a crucial role in the team's bullpen, especially given Washington's promising prospects like Dylan Crews and MacKenzie Gore. The franchise finished fourth in the National League East last season but has a bright future with its young talent.