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Hitless in returnBader (forearm) went 0-for-3 in a Grapefruit League loss to the Nationals on Wednesday, his first game action since March 2.

ImpactThe 26-year-old got Grapefruit League play off to a strong start with an RBI double over two at-bats back on Feb. 28, but he'd played in just one other exhibition before Wednesday due to forearm soreness. Bader should be available without restrictions moving forward after playing a full game Wednesday.

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Bounces back in 'B' game startGant was solid over a four-inning start against the Nationals in a "B" game on Wednesday, Zachary Silver of MLB.com reports.

ImpactThe right-hander's chances of making the starting rotation to open the season presumably went up a good bit with the news that Alex Reyes has been removed from consideration and will instead operate exclusively in a bullpen role this season, and that Miles Mikolas (shoulder) is unlikely to be ready for Opening Day. Gant helped his own cause with a resurgent effort Wednesday after giving up four runs over two innings to Washington's full squad on Friday.

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Keeps building momentum WednesdayFlaherty allowed two earned runs on two hits and a walk while recording four strikeouts over four innings in a Grapefruit League loss to the Nationals on Wednesday.

ImpactFacing off against Max Scherzer, Flaherty gave a solid accounting of himself for the second time in less than a week against the Nationals after having faced part of their squad in a "B" game Friday. The right-hander now has strong back-to-back outings under his belt following a forgettable spring debut, and he was able to stretch out to 64 pitches in Wednesday's start.

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Impressive in 'B' gameHicks recorded a clean inning on 11 pitches during a "B" game against the Nationals on Wednesday, his first game action of any kind since June 2019, Zachary Silver of MLB.com repor...

ImpactThe right-hander recorded a strikeout while also inducing a pair of groundouts. Hicks, highly regarded for his ability to consistently hit triple digits on the radar gun when healthy, was also recorded at 102 mph in a live batting practice session Wednesday, further corroborating the fitness of his surgically repaired elbow. Assuming he remains free of any setbacks in coming days, Hicks' next step will be his Grapefruit League debut.

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Early test results favorableCardinals manager Mike Shildt said Thursday that recent imaging conducted on Mikolas' right shoulder revealed no structural damage, Rob Rains of StLSportsPage.com reports. "Early r...

ImpactFortunately for Mikolas, he looks to be dealing with nothing more than soreness in his shoulder, so the Cardinals will have him back off his throwing program for a bit with the hope that extra rest helps remedy the issue. Even though he's not expected to be shut down for an extended period, Mikolas looks unlikely to be built up for a starter's workload by the time Opening Day arrives. If Mikolas indeed opens the season on the injured list, Daniel Ponce de Leon, John Gant and Johan Oviedo would likely be the top candidates to fill his spot in the rotation.

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Scratched from lineupSoto (illness) was scratched from the Nationals' lineup for Thursday's Grapefruit League game against the Marlins.

ImpactSoto had been away from the team Wednesday while dealing with an illness, but he rejoined the Nationals for Thursday's road game and was slated to play right field and bat third. However, after further thought, manager Dave Martinez said that he felt Soto could benefit from another day off to make a full recovery from a sinus infection, according to Jesse Dougherty of The Washington Post. Soto -- who has continued to test negative for COVID-19 -- will still get in a workout Thursday, so he should be ready to rejoin the Nats' lineup in their next spring game Saturday against the Mets.

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On track for Opening DayScherzer struck out five over three scoreless innings during Wednesday's Grapefruit League game against the Cardinals while touching 95 mph with his fastball, Jessica Camerato of M...

ImpactThe right-hander's breaking ball also looked sharp, per Nats manager Dave Martinez, and Scherzer threw 42 pitches before calling it a day. Despite his delayed start to the spring due to an ankle injury, the three-time Cy Young Award winner should be able to take the bump for Opening Day, although the team has yet to set its regular-season rotation.

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