February 8, 2012

Nats head south to face Marlins in final series

Monday marks the beginning of the end for the Marlins' era at Sun Life Stadium. Beginning with the series opener against the Nationals, the three-game set will mark the finale of Florida's 19-year run at the ballpark.

Detwiler, Nats face down ERA leader Cueto

Johnny Cueto, who is just a few innings away from having enough work to qualify as the National League's ERA leader, and the Reds are set to face off against the Nationals' Ross Detwiler, who is making his fourth start of the season since converting from the bullpen.

Marquis set to face familiar foe in Astros

It'll be a veteran and rookie matching up when the Nationals and Astros begin their three-game series at Minute Maid Park.

Lannan back on mound after being hit in face

John Lannan is back on the mound after being hit in the face in his last start as the Nationals take on Tommy Hanson and the Braves on Saturday at Turner Field.

Hudson, Braves face Nats in comfort of home

The Braves led the Major Leagues with 56 wins at home last season. This year, they are 10-9 at Turner Field and will be will looking to build on that record Tuesday against the Nationals in the first of eight straight games in their ballpark.