Wilmington’s Chance Shepard to sign contract with Nationals on Friday

WILMINGTON,NC (WWAY) — Former Ashley High slugger will soon be part of the Washington Nationals organization. Assuming he passes his physical he’s expected to sign a free agent contract Friday.

Shepard hit 15 home runs this past season for NC State and he finished the season with 60 hits. Without a doubt his power is undeniable. He hopes to ride that home run swing with the Nationals organization. The Kansas City Royals also made an offer to the Wilmington resident, but Shepard said yes to the Nationals before the Kansas City offer came in.