Nationals Eying Kris Benson

Chien-Ming Wang isn't the only veteran pitcher the Nationals have interest in. They also have their eyes on right-hander Kris Benson, according to his agent, Gregg Clifton. The Nationals have not confirmed that they are interested in Benson, who has spent eight seasons in the big leagues. Benson, 35, hasn't pitched a full season since 2006, when he was with the Orioles. Over the last three seasons, Benson has been limited to a combined 22 1/3 innings, due to injuries and ineffectiveness. According to Clifton, Benson's shoulder and elbow are 100 percent. Over the last few weeks, in fact, Benson has had impressive workouts in front of several clubs, including the Nationals. Clifton is hoping to meet with general manager Mike Rizzo to discuss Benson on Monday or Tuesday in Tampa, which is where arbitration cases are taking place. Clifton also represents Nationals right-hander Brian Bruney, whose arbitration case is scheduled for Tuesday.

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