Paul Toboni Joins Nats Chat to Talk Gore Trade & More

Just one day after making his first big move as Nationals President of Baseball Operations, Paul Toboni joins the podcast for a wide ranging conversation.  Mark & Al begin by asking him about trading MacKenzie Gore to Texas in exchange for five prospects.  The discussion then touches upon Free Agency, 1B, building a bullpen, CJ Abrams' future, working with ownership, and more. Stay tuned after the 25 minute interview to hear the hosts give their thoughts on the Gore deal and other observations from interviewing Toboni.

(01:00) Gore traded to Texas

(08:00) Competitive timeline

(14:30) Approach in Free Agency

(15:20) 1B Situation

(18:35) CJ Abrams' future

(20:00) Bullpen construction

(22:40) Did you run the Gore trade past ownership?

(25:30) Extended post interview reaction from Al & Mark