February 8, 2012

Detwiler expected to make spot start for Nationals

Both the Cubs and the Nationals are expected to send hurlers to the mound making their respective season debuts in the second game of the four-game series at Nationals Park.

Romero could find spot in Washington's 'pen

Washington's latest acquisition, J.C. Romero, could eventually prove to be the answer to its search for an effective left-handed stopper out of the bullpen.

Inbox: Who should be put in leadoff spot?

What's the long-term plan for the leadoff spot? Will Ivan Rodriguez be traded? How's Chien-Ming Wang's rehab going? Nationals beat reporter Bill Ladson answers these questions and more in the Inbox.

Inbox: Should Espinosa remain in leadoff spot?

What's the long-term plan for the leadoff spot? Would Michael Morse play first base if Adam LaRoche has to go on the DL? Beat reporter Bill Ladson answers these questions and more in his Inbox.

Nats shuffle lineup to strengthen top spot

Ian Desmond is 9-for-50 from the leadoff spot, including an 0-for-25 mark at Nationals Park entering Friday's action. So manager Jim Riggleman decided to move Desmond down to the seventh spot in the batting order, while Danny Espinosa took the top spot.