Kluber scheduled to start for New York against Washington
The Nationals will start Max Scherzer on Saturday while the Yankees are expected to counter with Corey KluberMAY 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
New York hosts Washington, looks to build on Cole's strong showing
New York looks to follow up a strong showing by Thursday starter Gerrit ColeMAY 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Lester expected to start for the Nationals against the Braves
The Braves will start Drew Smyly on Thursday while the Nationals are expected to counter with Jon LesterMAY 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Braves face Washington, aim to build on Ynoa's strong performance
Atlanta looks to follow up a dominant performance by Tuesday starter Huascar YnoaMAY 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Nationals play the Braves following Scherzer's solid outing
Washington looks to follow up a strong showing by Sunday starter Max ScherzerMAY 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Washington plays Miami after Corbin's solid performance
Washington looks to follow up a strong outing by Saturday starter Patrick CorbinMAY 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Campbell, Marlins to face Corbin, Nationals
The Marlins will start Paul Campbell on Saturday while the Nationals are expected to counter with Patrick CorbinMAY 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Shifts to 60-day injured list Avilan (elbow) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Friday, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
Impact The move doesn't change Avilan's return timeline at all, as he underwent Tommy John surgery in mid-April and will be out until the middle of next year. It clears a spot on the 40-man roster for Jon Lester to return from the COVID-19 injured list.
APRIL 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Miami visits Washington, looks to build on Alcantara's strong showing
Miami looks to follow up a strong outing by Wednesday starter Sandy AlcantaraAPRIL 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Matz scheduled to start as Toronto hosts Washington
The Nationals will start Erick Fedde on Wednesday and the Blue Jays are expected to counter with Steven MatzAPRIL 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Thornton scheduled to start as Toronto hosts Washington
The Nationals will start Max Scherzer on Tuesday and the Blue Jays are expected to counter with Trent ThorntonAPRIL 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Walker expected to start for New York against Washington
The Nationals will start Patrick Corbin on Sunday and the Mets are expected to counter with Taijuan WalkerAPRIL 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Stroman expected to start for the Mets against the Nationals
The Nationals will start Joe Ross on Saturday and the Mets are expected to counter with Marcus StromanAPRIL 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
New York takes 3-game slide into matchup with Washington
New York will try to break its three-game losing streak when the Mets take on WashingtonAPRIL 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scherzer expected to start for Washington against St. Louis
The Cardinals will start Carlos Martinez on Wednesday while the Nationals are expected to counter with Max ScherzerAPRIL 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scherzer expected to start for Washington against St. Louis
The Cardinals will start Carlos Martinez on Wednesday while the Nationals are expected to counter with Max ScherzerAPRIL 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Corbin expected to start as Washington hosts St. Louis
The Cardinals will start Adam Wainwright on Tuesday while the Nationals are expected to counter with Patrick CorbinAPRIL 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Opts for Tommy John surgery Avilan (elbow) has elected to undergo Tommy John surgery, Matt Weyrich of NBC Sports Washington reports.
Impact Avilan was diagnosed with a torn UCL on Saturday, but he took several days to decide whether to undergo surgery or whether to simply take some time to rest. Since he'll opt for surgery, Avilan will miss the remainder of the 2021 season and could also miss the start of the 2022 campaign. Prior to the injury, Avilan posted a 12.60 ERA and 2.00 WHIP in five innings across four relief appearances.
APRIL 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ross expected to start as Nationals host Cardinals
The Washington Nationals face the St. Louis CardinalsAPRIL 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bumgarner expected to start for Arizona against Washington
The Arizona Diamondbacks face the Washington NationalsAPRIL 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Diagnosed with torn UCL Avilan (elbow) has been diagnosed with a torn UCL, Jesse Dougherty of The Washington Post reports.
Impact Avilan was placed on the 10-day injured list Friday, and it appears as though he'll miss significant time due to his elbow injury. The left-hander is currently weighing whether to undergo surgery or whether he should simply rest until the injury heals. Avilan would likely miss the remainder of the season if he opts for surgery, but he appears to be in line for a lengthy absence even if he decides against a procedure.
APRIL 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Fedde expected to start as Nationals host the Diamondbacks
The Washington Nationals face the Arizona DiamondbacksAPRIL 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Out with elbow inflammation Avilan landed on the 10-day injured list with left elbow inflammation Friday, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.
Impact Avilan has thrown five innings this season, giving up seven runs. His expected return date is not yet clear. Kyle McGowin was recalled in a corresponding move to replace him in the bullpen.
APRIL 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Take loss Friday Avilan (0-1) was charged with the loss Friday against the Dodgers, allowing one run on one hit while striking out two across one inning.
Impact The ex-Dodger was called upon to maintain a 0-0 score in the bottom of the sixth inning and managed to strikeout the first two batters before serving up a long home run to Justin Turner. It was the first hit and run of the season allowed by Avilan across two outings. The southpaw currently owns a career-best 13.5 K/9 and has yet to walk a batter this season.
APRIL 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Out with shoulder inflammation Avilan hit the 10-day injured list with left shoulder inflammation Friday.
Impact The severity of the issue is not entirely clear, but Avilan will be out until at least the final day of August. He's posted a 4.32 ERA and a 1.68 WHIP in 8.1 innings of work this season.
AUGUST 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
