Nationals agree to minor-league contract with Tony Gwynn Jr.

Tony Gwynn Jr. will have a shot at remaining in the National League East as the outfielder agreed to a minor-league deal with the Washington Nationals. 

"So happy and grateful for the opportunity to continue to play the game I love," Gwynn posted on his Twitter account. 

The 32-year-old spent last season as a member of the Philadelphia Phillies, posting a disappointing .152/.264/.190 line with a pair of doubles and three stolen bases in 105 at-bats across 80 games. 

He has appeared in all three outfield positions during his eight-year career, but spent the majority of time in center field. 

The left-handed hitter owns a career .238/.309/.310 line with seven home runs and 80 stolen bases in 685 games. 

Gwynn's opportunity to land a spot on the Nationals' roster likely depends on the health of outfielders Nate McLouth and Jayson Werth, who are both dealing with injuries but are expected to be ready for Opening Day.