February 8, 2012

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.

Ankiel to rest, no trip to disabled list planned

As of Friday the Nationals have no plans to put outfielder Rick Ankiel on the disabled list because of the injury to his ribcage.

LaRoche takes break to rest ailing shoulder

Nationals manager Jim Riggleman kept first baseman Adam LaRoche out of Monday's lineup against the Giants to give him a rest.

Zimmermann helps 'pen rest, but Nats fall

The Nationals needed right-hander Jordan Zimmermann to go deep in the second game of a day-night doubleheader against the Cardinals on Wednesday, because manager Jim Riggleman only had only two relievers available.

Zimmerman could miss rest of season

Nationals third baseman Ryan Zimmerman missed his third consecutive game Saturday because of a right rib strain.