A couple of days ago, we learned that the Washington Nationals were looking for a center fielder as an upgrade to Rick Ankiel. At the moment, we suggested that Rays’ B.J. Upton was the perfect fit for the Nationals.

Upton is a free agent after the 2012 season and is currently earning $4.825 million. A baseball source close to William Ladson of MLB.com said yesterday that the team has been scouting Upton, but the club doesn’t have interest in acquiring him right now.

The source said it was routine scouting that is normally done during the season. The Nationals have not had any talks with the Rays about Upton.

The team is currently satisfied with his performance, though they feel an upgrade in center field is necessary as they strive to make it to the next level. The team says Ankiel is the best defensive players they have had in center field since Brad Wilkerson back in 2005.

Ankiel is hitting .211 with 1 HR and 4 RBI’s in 57 AB’s this season with the Nationals.