February 9, 2012

Nationals looking at Dobbs for bench role

In need of strengthening their bench, the Nationals have expressed interest in infielder Greg Dobbs, according to a baseball source.

Lannan looking to end season on high note

Javier Vazquez takes the mound for what could be his final Major League against John Lannan and the Nationals

Wang looking to start off right against Reds

Dontrelle Willis looks to notch his first victory of the season against the Nationals at the Great American Ballpark on Friday. Opposing Willis in the opener of a three-game set in Cincinnati is Nationals right-hander Chien-Ming Wang.

Marquis looking to end first half on high note

The Rockies will be looking to snap a five-game losing streak while Nationals starter Jason Marquis will be out to rebound from a rough outing in the series opener Friday.

Nats turn to Lannan looking for sixth straight win

The Cardinals have been in a skid, dropping five games in a row. They get a key piece back on Thursday, though, when Matt Holliday returns to the lineup. Still, they have to get past the scorching Nationals and left-hander John Lannan.