May 20, 2012

Espinosa looking to regain early form

Entering Thursday's action, Nationals second baseman Danny Espinosa found himself in a 5-for-38 slump (.132) over his last 10 games.

Nationals looking forward to Harper's arrival

Bruce Harper is only 19, but he is expected to help rejuvenate the Nationals' offense, and his teammates are looking forward to seeing what he can contribute.

Nats call on Jackson looking for sweep of Friars

There is a chance someone's luck — either Nationals hitters or Padres starter Edinson Volquez — will change Thursday when the two teams conclude their three-game series at Petco Park.

Zimmermann looking for run support vs. Padres

Rookie Joe Wieland will look to get the Padres back on track when he heads to the hill against Jordan Zimmermann and the Nationals on Wednesday at Petco Park.

Still a co-closer, Lidge looking for location

Brad Lidge suffered his second blown save of the season on Saturday, but he will continue to split the closer's role with Henry Rodriguez.