The Washington Nationals made a roster move Saturday.
The #Royals traded infielder Brandon Laird to the #Nats for a player to be named later or cash. #Nationals #MLB
— William Ladson (@washingnats) March 16, 2014
Laird is a versatile piece that can play multiple infield positions in a reserve role. The 26-year-old infielder hasn't played more than 30 games in each of his five professional seasons, but did hit five home runs in just 64 at-bats as a member of the Houston Astros in 2013.
