February 8, 2012

Pudge comes up clutch in return

Pudge comes up clutch in return

Pudge gets first start for Nats since early July

Nationals manager Davey Johnson had Ivan Rodriguez start behind the plate on Saturday afternoon against the Braves. It was his first start since July 4 against the Cubs.

Pudge to be in reserve role for rest of season

It appears unlikely that Ivan Rodriguez will start another game behind the plate this season. Nationals manager Davey Johnson said that he plans to start Wilson Ramos at catcher, with Jesus Flores serving as the backup.

LaRoche on 60-day DL; Pudge activated

The Nationals put Adam LaRoche on the 60-day disabled list Saturday to make room on the 40-man roster for left-hander Tom Milone, who made his Major League debut Saturday night against the Mets.

Johnson: Pudge to be back next homestand

Nationals catcher Ivan Rodriguez is expected to be activated from the 15-day disabled list during the next homestand, according to manager Davey Johnson. The skipper needs to talk to the trainers before such a move is made.