February 8, 2012

Werth sits, but right elbow's feeling better

Nationals outfielder Jayson Werth said that his right elbow is feeling better and told manager Davey Johnson that he would be available to pinch-hit if needed.

Mattheus dealing with right shoulder tightness

Ryan Mattheus left an outing with right shoulder tightness for the second time in a week on Thursday, but the right-hander downplayed the soreness.

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.

Zimmermann out to start homestand on right foot

Ricky Nolasco would probably prefer to forget his previous outing as he prepares to take the mound for the Marlins against the Nationals in Washington. For the Nationals the game represents a chance to turn things around, as they have gone 3-6 since the All-Star break.

Kimball seeks second opinion on right shoulder

Nationals right-hander Cole Kimball has been on the 15-day disabled list since June 10 because of right shoulder inflammation and his shoulder is not getting any better. He tried to play catch this week, but continued to feel pain.