February 8, 2012

Mattheus throws 'pen session without problems

Ryan Mattheus, on the disabled list because of a sore right shoulder, had his second bullpen session on Tuesday without any problems. He threw 25 pitches, and included split-fingered fastballs and sliders.

Davey: H. Rodriguez has bright future in 'pen

Nationals manager Davey Johnson said he still has confidence in reliever Henry Rodriguez, who is having an up-and-down season.

Gorzelanny wants to makes most of stint in 'pen

Davey Johnson hasn't made it a secret that Tom Gorzelanny would prefer to start, but he was taken out of the rotation because the Nationals want to give left-hander Ross Detwiler a long look. Still, Gorzelanny pitched in relief Friday, throwing three scoreless innings.

Strasburg to throw 'pen session before next start

Stephen Strasburg will throw a bullpen session Tuesday in Washington before making his second rehab start on Friday in a location to be determined.

Storen, Clippard holding down back of 'pen

One of the most promising components in an uneven season for the Nationals has been the performance of the back of their bullpen, highlighted by Drew Storen and Tyler Clippard.