May 20, 2012

Lannan feeling OK, expects to make next start

John Lannan returned to Nationals Park on Saturday, a day after taking a line drive off his face, and he only had minimal swelling to show for it.

Morgan expects to be gone by Opening Day

Center fielder Nyjer Morgan believes his days with the Nationals are numbered and does not expect to be with the team by Opening Day.

Strasburg expects to throw in outfield Sunday

Rookie right-hander Stephen Strasburg, who was placed on the 15-day disabled list Thursday because of shoulder stiffness, is expected to throw in the outfield on Sunday.

Clippard expects better results after break

Relief pitcher Tyler Clippard began the season as one of the top relief pitchers in baseball. But recently, the right-hander has struggled.