Kershaw, Dodgers to take on Espino, Nationals
The Dodgers will start Clayton Kershaw on Saturday while the Nationals are expected to counter with Paolo EspinoJULY 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
PAOLO ESPINO #52 - PITCHER - TORONTO BLUE JAYS
0-1 W-L •
2.19 WHIP •
8.31 ERA
0-1 W-L
2.19 WHIP
8.31 ERA
Dodgers visit White House, rally past Nats, 7th win in row
Mookie Betts hit a go-ahead single during a nine-run in the seventh inning after Washington ace Max Scherzer departed, and the Los Angeles Dodgers surged past the Nationals 10-5 fo...JULY 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Slated for another start Manager Davey Martinez said Tuesday that Espino will stay in the Nationals' rotation for at least one more start, Matt Weyrich of NBC Sports Washington reports.
Impact Espino started in place of Erick Fedde (oblique) against the Mets on Monday and wound up earning his second win while tossing five shutout innings. His next start will likely come Saturday against the Dodgers, and depending on how he fairs, he could remain in the rotation beyond this weekend.
JUNE 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Fires five scoreless innings Espino (2-2) yielded five hits over five shutout innings Monday, striking out three and earning a win over the Mets.
Impact Espino was sharp Monday, scattering five singles over five scoreless frames. It was his third start of the year and first since June 16 when he turned in five shutout innings against the Pirates. He lowered his season ERA to 2.02 with a 26:4 K:BB over 35.2 innings. With his recent success as a starter, Espino could get another look this weekend at home against the Dodgers.
JUNE 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Kyle Schwarber backs Paolo Espino to help the Nationals gain more ground on the Mets Kyle Schwarber belts two more homers, Paolo Espino works five scoreless innings in a spot start, and the Nationals pull to within three game...
JUNE 29, 2021 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Maria Torres: Paolo Espino is starting today's bullpen game... - The Athletic Paolo Espino is starting today’s bullpen game be NYM and Victor Robles, HBP yesterday, is not in the Nationals lineup. Robles was sore today...
JUNE 28, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Starting Monday Espino is starting Monday's game against the Phillies.
Impact Espino made a spot start June 16, but he had moved back to the bullpen for his last two appearances. The right-hander tossed two innings in Friday's loss to Miami, and he'll make his third start of the season Monday after Erick Fedde (oblique) was placed on the 10-day injured list Sunday.
JUNE 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Moves back to bullpen Espino scooped up his first career save in Wednesday's 13-12 win over the Phillies after tossing a perfect, eight-pitch ninth inning.
Impact Espino made a spot start in his previous appearance for the Nationals back on June 16, tossing five scoreless frames in a win over the Pirates. Despite the solid showing, Espino wasn't able to stick around in the rotation after the Nationals recently returned Max Scherzer (groin) from the injured list. Espino will likely serve as a multi-inning reliever for Washington moving forward.
JUNE 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Castro's 2-run single in 9th rallies Nats past Phils 13-12
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JUNE 17, 2021 • CALLTOTHEPEN.COM
Collects first big-league win Espino (1-2) picked up the win Wednesday, allowing three hits over five scoreless innings in a 3-1 victory over the Pirates. He struck out two without walking a batter.
Impact The 34-year-old stifled the Pittsburgh offense just long enough to record his first career win in the majors, tossing an efficient 53 pitches (39 strikes). Espino has provided some crucial depth for a Nats rotation currently missing its top two arms in Max Scherzer (groin) and Stephen Strasburg (neck), and he'll take a 2.28 ERA and 21:3 K:BB through 27.2 innings into his next outing.
JUNE 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Nationals’ Paolo Espino earns a win 15 years in the making to sweep the Pirates Thrust into the rotation as an injury replacement, Paolo Espino earned his first major league win and helped the Nats complete a sweep of th...
JUNE 16, 2021 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Journeyman Espino pitches Nationals to sweep of Pirates
Paolo Espino got his first major league win at age 34, Josh Bell hit a two-run homer and the Washington Nationals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-1 for a three-game sweepJUNE 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pittsburgh takes 9-game skid into matchup with Washington
Pittsburgh is looking to break its nine-game losing streak with a win over WashingtonJUNE 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Tabbed for spot start Wednesday Espino will start Wednesday's game against the Pirates, Jessica Camerato of MLB.com reports.
Impact The 34-year-old worked in long relief Friday after Max Scherzer (groin) exited with an injury, and he'll make a spot start Wednesday with Scherzer now on the injured list. Espino threw 56 pitches over 3.1 frames Friday, which was the first time since his season debut April 18 that he covered more than two innings, so he may have a tough time reaching the five-inning minimum to qualify for a win. He's pitched well this season with a 2.78 ERA, 0.84 WHIP and 19:3 K:BB over 22.2 innings.
JUNE 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Tough loss in relief Friday Espino (0-2) took the loss Friday as the Nationals fell 1-0 to the Giants, allowing one run on three hits over 3.1 innings of relief. He struck out five without walking a batter.
Impact Pressed into service in the first inning after Max Scherzer (groin) lasted only 12 pitches, Espino kept the Nats in the game and set new season highs for longest outing and most strikeouts. Unfortunately, Anthony DeSclafani was busy tossing a two-hit shutout for the opposition. If Scherzer ends up missing additional time, Espino could see plenty of work in the short term, either by making spot starts or in a long relief role during bullpen days. On the season, the 34-year-old journeyman has a surprising 2.78 ERA, 0.84 WHIP and 19:3 K:BB through 22.2 innings.
JUNE 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
San Francisco visits Washington, aims to build on DeSclafani's solid showing
San Francisco looks to follow up a no-hitter by Friday starter Anthony DeSclafaniJUNE 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scherzer hurt, Giants beat Nats 1-0 behind Posey, DeSclafani
Washington ace Max Scherzer left after just 12 pitches with a groin injury, Buster Posey homered and the San Francisco Giants beat the Nationals 1-0 night on Anthony DeSclafani’s c...JUNE 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Quick return to Nats Espino was recalled from Triple-A Rochester on Wednesday, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
Impact The 34-year-old was demoted Tuesday but will quickly rejoin the big-league club with Tanner Rainey (undisclosed) and Erik Fedde (undisclosed) on the COVID-19 injured list. Espino has pitched well in eight appearances with a 2.57 ERA, 0.71 WHIP and 8:1 K:BB across 14 innings this season.
MAY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Sent to minors Espino was optioned to Triple-A Rochester on Tuesday, Jesse Dougherty of The Washington Post reports.
Impact Espino spent four days on the big-league roster during his latest stint with the team, allowing a run in both of his relief appearances. Patrick Corbin returned form the paternity list in a corresponding move.
MAY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Turner starts game with HR, Nationals roll past D-backs 17-2
Trea Turner hit his 14th career leadoff homer, and the Washington Nationals piled up six runs in the first inning on the way to a 17-2 win over the Arizona DiamondbacksMAY 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Back in big leagues Espino was recalled by the Nationals on Friday, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.
Impact Espino made six appearances during his previous stint with the team, posting a 1.64 ERA and 0.55 WHIP in 11 innings. Patrick Corbin landed on the paternity list in a corresponding move.
MAY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Washington faces Arizona, looks to build on Corbin's solid performance
Washington looks to follow up a dominant performance by Thursday starter Patrick CorbinMAY 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Phillies rally off Nats closer Hand, collect 5-2 win in 10th
Rhys Hoskins hit a go-ahead single in the 10th inning as the Philadelphia Phillies rallied and then took the lead against struggling Washington closer Brad Hand, beating the Nation...MAY 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Optioned to Triple-A Espino was optioned Wednesday to Triple-A, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.
Impact The righty yields his roster spot to reliever Wander Suero. Espino was effective after being called up April 18, posting a 1.64 ERA in six appearances, one of which was a start.
MAY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
