However, "the deal collapsed when Washington Nationals ownership refused to approve the move," Rosenthal wrote citing "major-league sources."
The #Astros had a deal in place for Bryce Harper at the non-waiver deadline. #Nationals ownership said no. Story: https://t.co/mgpzjXmIK1 $
— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal)
November 10, 2018 On Thursday, reports surfaced about the Los Angeles Dodgers making two attempts to trade for Harper during the 2018 season, offering Yasiel Puig in a deal.
Rosenthal writes the Nats would have obtained three prospects from the Astros in exchange for Harper, a greater haul than what the club will receive if Harper
leaves during free agency.
Washington was 52-53 and 5 1/2 games back in the NL East race when ownership vetoed the deal on July 30. The Nats finished the year 82-80 and 8 games behind the Atlanta Braves.
