February 9, 2012

Peacock to likely make a start this coming week

Nationals right-hander Brad Peacock most likely will not pitch in relief when right-hander Stephen Strasburg makes his second start of the season on Sunday, according to manager Davey Johnson. Instead, Peacock likely will get a start against the Mets this coming week at Citi Field in New York.

Nationals coming together defensively

The statistics show the Nationals are in the middle of the pack among National League teams when it comes to defense this season. Manager Jim Riggleman says the stats don't tell the entire story about how well his team has played in the field, particularly the last month.

Veteran utility man Cora coming up big

There isn't much that Alex Cora hasn't seen or any place he's seen it in his Major League career. The 2011 season is his 14th, and Washington is his sixth team. But one thing never seems to change with him — his propensity in getting the job done.

Inbox: Washington-Cleveland deal coming?

Will the Nationals make a trade for Grady Sizemore or Fausto Carmona? How will the rotation shape up? Beat reporter Bill Ladson answers fans' questions in the latest Inbox.

El Duque leaves Nats with no callup coming

Orlando Hernandez left Double-A Harrisburg after learning from general manager Mike Rizzo that he would not be called up in September.