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Rendon makes first major league start at second base

June 05, 2013, 11:49am

The Nationals don't have to decide between playing Anthony Rendon or Steve Lombardozzi for tonight's game against the Mets. Both are in the lineup. Rendon, recalled from Triple-A Syracuse in yesterday's wave of roster shuffling, makes his first major league start at second base and bats sixth. Lombardozzi, who played second base and delivered a walk-off sac fly last night, shifts to left field and hits seventh. Here is the full lineup for the Nationals CF Denard Span RF Jayson Werth 3B...

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Jake Johansen discusses signing early, his future and his college numbers

June 07, 2013, 3:41pm

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Jake Johansen discusses signing early, his future and his college numbers

Just about 15 minutes after the Nationals announced that they had signed right-hander Jake Johansen, their top overall pick in the 2013 First-Year Player Draft, Johansen hopped on a conference call with reporters to discuss officially being added to the Nats' system, his future plans and his performance at Dallas Baptist University in his three years there. The 22-year-old right-hander, who the Nats took with the No. 68 overall pick in the draft, said that he got a really good feel from the...

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More on Johansen and the Day 2 picks

June 08, 2013, 7:52am

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When Nationals second-round pick Jake Johansen went to D.C. to work out for the Nats leading up to the draft, general manager Mike Rizzo and scouting director Kris Kline told him that they viewed him as a starter, which went contrary to what Johansen was hearing from other scouts, who projected him as a reliever at the pro level. That was something that immediately stood out in the 22-year-old's mind. "I logged it away and I was just hoping that the Nationals would be able to get the chance...

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Nationals select eight players on second day of MLB's 2013 First-Year Player Draft

June 07, 2013, 3:45pm

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The Washington Nationals today selected eight players on the second day of Major League Baseball's 2013 First-Year Player Draft. Nationals Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo, Nationals Assistant General Manager & Vice President of Player Personnel Roy Clark and Nationals Director of Scouting Kris Kline made the joint announcement. The Nationals kicked off today's action selecting prep third baseman Drew Ward with their third-round pick (105th...

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Nats sign their top 2013 pick, Jake Johansen (with draft update)

June 07, 2013, 2:32pm

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Nats sign their top 2013 pick, Jake Johansen (with draft update)

Well, this didn't take long. The Nationals have announced that they've agreed to terms with their top pick in the 2013 MLB First-Year Player Draft, right-hander Jake Johansen out of Dallas Baptist University. Johansen was selected in the second round, with the No. 68 overall pick, just before midnight last night. About 18 hours later, Johansen is under contract with the Nationals. This comes in direct contrast to the post-draft schedule that the Nats have gotten used to in past years,...

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Nationals agree to terms with second-round right-hander Jake Johansen, top pick in 2013 draft

June 07, 2013, 2:25pm

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The Washington Nationals today agreed to terms with 22-year-old right-handed pitcher Jake Johansen, their top selection (68th overall) in the 2013 First-Year Player Draft out of Dallas Baptist (TX) University. Nationals Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo, Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Player Personnel Roy Clark and Nationals Director of Scouting Kris Kline made the joint announcement. The 6-foot-6, 235 lbs. Johansen...

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Nationals select two more pitchers and two third basemen in early rounds

June 07, 2013, 12:33pm

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After the selection of pitcher Jake Johansen Thursday night at pick No. 68, here are thumbnails on the Nationals' next four selections - a pair of right-handers and two third basemen. One of the infielders can also pitch. With pick No. 105, the Nationals selected third baseman Drew Ward from Leedey High School in Oklahoma. The 18-year-old is graduating high school early so he could be eligible for the 2013 draft. Ward is 6-foot-4 and 200 lbs., and played shortstop, but his range would profile...

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Strasburg set to throw bullpen session on Tuesday

June 06, 2013, 4:25pm

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Strasburg set to throw bullpen session on Tuesday

Stephen Strasburg landed on the disabled list yesterday with a strained lat muscle, but he's already making strides in his recovery. The Nationals ace played catch today and has a simulated game on the docket for next week. Manager Davey Johnson said that Strasburg is scheduled to throw a sim game this upcoming Tuesday, the Nats' first day in Colorado. This comes after Strasburg did a good bit of throwing off flat ground earlier today. "He went out early and he was throwing," Johnson...

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Tonight's Twins-Nationals game postponed (with pitching alignment for Sunday)

June 07, 2013, 8:13am

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Davey Johnson was hoping last night's game would get postponed to allow his team to rest and his starting rotation to get aligned in a favorable way. The Nationals skipper was also hoping tonight's game would get rained out, giving his banged-up team another day to rest. Johnson's gotten what he hoped for. Tonight's Twins-Nationals game has been postponed due to inclement weather. No make-up date has been announced as of yet, but the two options appear to be having a doubleheader on...

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Nationals acquire left-hander Robertson off waivers from Twins

June 07, 2013, 10:04am

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The Nationals today acquired left-hander Tyler Robertson off waivers from the Twins. The 25-year-old is 2-2 with 6 holds and a 5.54 ERA in 42 career relief apps ('12-13). Robertson has posted a .200 BAA vs. lefthanded batters during his career. He is the son of Nationals Special Assistant to the GM Jay Robertson. Robertson will be optioned to Triple-A Syracuse.

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Nats claim left-hander Tyler Robertson off waivers from Twins (Chien-Ming Wang note)

June 07, 2013, 9:45am

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Nats claim left-hander Tyler Robertson off waivers from Twins (Chien-Ming Wang note)

The Nationals have claimed left-handed reliever Tyler Robertson off waivers from the Twins and optioned him to Triple-A Syracuse, the team announced this afternoon. Robertson, 25, is 2-2 with a 5.54 ERA in 42 career big league relief appearances. Drafted by the Twins in the third round of the 2006 draft, Robertson made his big league debut last season and appeared in just two games this year before being designated for assignment earlier this week. Robertson has held left-handed batters to...

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Tonight's Twins-Nationals game rained out, split doubleheader scheduled Sunday

June 07, 2013, 8:38am

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Tonight's Nationals-Twins game scheduled to begin at 7:05 p.m. at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., has been postponed due to inclement weather. The team will play a split doubleheader Sunday, June 9 with tonight's make-up game beginning at 7:05 p.m.* The two games against the Twins on June 9 will require separate admission. Fans with game tickets to tonight's postponed contest may use their original tickets for the 7:05 p.m. make-up game on June 9. Those unable to attend the 7:05 p.m....

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Nats select right-hander Jake Johansen with 68th overall pick (updated with quotes)

June 06, 2013, 7:49pm

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Nats select right-hander Jake Johansen with 68th overall pick (updated with quotes)

It took quite a while for the Nationals to make their first pick of the 2013 First-Year Player Draft. Once they were on the clock, they took a kid with a big-time power arm. The Nationals have selected Jake Johansen, a right-handed pitcher out of Dallas Baptist University, with the No. 68 overall selection. The 22-year-old righty, who checks in at 6-foot-6, 235 lbs., struck out 75 in 88.1 innings this season, his junior year at Dallas Baptist. Johansen went 7-6 with a 5.40 ERA in 15 starts...

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On the rain and the pick

June 07, 2013, 6:44am

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Last night's rainout pushed Gio Gonzalez's start back to today and eliminated the need for the Nationals to call up a starter from Triple-A Syracuse to get the ball Saturday. Now it looks like we might have another rainout tonight that could bump Gonzalez back another day and possibly give us a doubleheader over the weekend. If you don't happen to live in the D.C./Maryland/Virginia area - or if you do but are completely oblivious to the wet stuff coming out of the sky - it rained heavily...

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A quick draft note, plus some background on Krol

June 06, 2013, 10:47am

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A quick draft note, plus some background on Krol

Tonight marks the first night of the Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft, and while this is one of Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo's favorite days of the year, he'll have to wait a little while to get in on the drafting action tonight. The Nationals forfeited their first-round pick in this year's draft by signing free agent closer Rafael Soriano this offseason after Soriano had been given a qualifying offer by the Yankees. That means that the Nats won't get to make their...

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Johnson says Detwiler rehab June 8 for Potomac

June 06, 2013, 12:49pm

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Johnson says Detwiler rehab June 8 for Potomac

Manager Davey Johnson said left-hander Ross Detwiler felt good today after yesterday's bullpen session, and he's been given the green light to go on a rehab assignment. Detwiler, on the disabled list with a back strain, will pitch for high Single-A Potomac Nationals on Saturday night against the Frederick Keys in Woodbridge, Va., at Pfitzner Stadium. "He is doing fine," Johnson said. "He is on target to pitch in Potomac on (June) 8th. He will be limited to 40 to 50 pitches. That should...

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Nationals select right-hander Jacob Johansen 68th overall in 2013 First-Year Player Draft

June 06, 2013, 7:57pm

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The Washington Nationals tonight selected 22 year-old right-handed pitcher Jacob Johansen (Dallas Baptist University) with the 68th-overall pick in the 2013 First-Year Player Draft. Nationals Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo, Nationals Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Player Personnel Roy Clark and Nationals Director of Scouting Kris Kline made the joint announcement. The 6-foot-6, 235 lbs. Johansen cemented his status as one of...

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Tonight's Nationals-Mets game postponed (updated with makeup information)

June 06, 2013, 3:34pm

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The Nationals have just announced that tonight's game between the Nats and Mets has been postponed due to inclement weather. No makeup date has been announced as of yet. The Mets make two more trips to D.C. this season - July 26-28 and August 30-September 1 - so there are plenty of options when it comes to makeup dates. The Nats could choose to push back Gio Gonzalez and have him start tomorrow and then have Nathan Karns start Saturday. That would allow them to not have to call-up a...

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Harper to see Dr. James Andrews for second opinion on knee (we're in a delay)

June 06, 2013, 1:06pm

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Harper to see Dr. James Andrews for second opinion on knee (we're in a delay)

The swelling in Bryce Harper's left knee has not subsided since he was placed on the disabled list on Saturday, and in search of a second opinion on what's ailing the 20-year-old outfielder, the Nationals are sending Harper to renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews. Harper has been diagnosed with bursitis in his left knee, but he hasn't played since May 26, and the knee has not improved much in that span. The knee started swelling up again after Harper did some jogging in a pool,...

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Espinosa to be shut down for 4-5 days

June 06, 2013, 2:10pm

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The Nationals tried one five-game shutdown period with Danny Espinosa a couple weeks ago in an attempt to allow the second baseman's fractured right wrist to heal and his offensive performance to improve. That period of rest didn't seem to help too much, at least based on the numbers that Espinosa put up after his return to the Nats' lineup (2-for-17 over five games with no walks and seven strikeouts). Espinosa was placed on the disabled list Tuesday with the wrist injury, and after...