February 8, 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.

Livan taking role as pitching mentor seriously

Nationals rookie pitcher Tom Milone earned his first Major League victory Thursday, but Livan Hernandez — the club's unofficial pitching mentor — might deserve an assist.

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.

Morse thriving at the dish in everyday role

Don't tell Nationals first baseman Michael Morse that he was third in the National League in hitting with a .324 batting average.

Bixler recalled by Nats to fill Hairston's role

The Nationals recalled Brian Bixler from Triple-A Syracuse on Saturday to take Jerry Hairston Jr.'s spot on the roster.