OCTOBER 1, 2021•MLB.COM
Schwarber 'thankful' for time with NationalsWASHINGTON -- Kyle Schwarber only needed three months to make a major impact on the Nationals' season. “It was definitely quick, but \[I am\...
Cora uses 'big boys in the OF' for NL playWASHINGTON -- Playing under National League rules at a time the Red Sox are searching for offense, manager Alex Cora got creative with his t...
OCTOBER 1, 2021•MLB.COM
Alex Wells - Sent to minorsWells was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk on Friday.
ImpactWells wasn't going to pitch again this season after tossing six innings against Boston on Thursday, so he'll be optioned to clear space for Isaac Mattson. He'll end the season with a 6.75 ERA and 1.62 WHIP in eight starts and three relief appearances.
OCTOBER 1, 2021•ROTOWIRE
Isaac Mattson - Recalled by OriolesMattson was recalled from Triple-A Norfolk on Friday.
ImpactMattson has made three major-league appearances this season, allowing three runs on three hits in three innings of work, striking out three batters while walking four. Alexander Wells was optioned to clear space on the roster.
OCTOBER 1, 2021•ROTOWIRE
Ryan McKenna - Remains on benchMcKenna will sit Friday against the Blue Jays, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.
ImpactMcKenna had been seemingly moving into an everyday role, starting seven straight games, but he posted a modest .636 OPS over that stretch while striking out 41.4 percent of the time. He'll now hit the bench for the second straight game, with Tyler Nevin again starting in left field.
OCTOBER 1, 2021•ROTOWIRE
Jahmai Jones - Not starting FridayJones will be on the bench Friday against Toronto, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports.
ImpactJones has now started every other game at second base for the last nine games. Pat Valaika starts at the keystone Friday, but Jones should return Saturday if the pattern continues.
OCTOBER 1, 2021•ROTOWIRE
Red Sox Vs. Nationals Lineups: Alex Verdugo Sits As Sox Tweak OutfieldThe Boston Red Sox are making some changes in the outfield for the first game of their crucial series against the Washington Nationals.
OCTOBER 1, 2021•NESN.COM
