Washington Nationals

Harper returns to Nationals' lineup vs. Giants

Outfielder Bryce Harper is back in the Washington Nationals' lineup after missing two games because of a bruised left knee.

OF Bryce Harper returns to Nats' lineup

Rizzo's future in DC

Could there be some tension between general manager Mike Rizzo and the ownership of the Washington Nationals? Earlier this year the Nationals exercised their option to extend Rizzo’s contract through the 2014 season, a move that was viewed as a show of support for a GM who helped turn around the franchise’s fortunes both on the field and at the gate.

There's something wrong with your starter(s)

Memorial Day. Memorial Day. Memorial Day.What's that? Memorial Day is next week? Flag Day. Flag Day. Flag Day.The Nats are a .500 team. That's what the record says. But beyond that the Nats are playing like a .

Padres Roll With Three Big Innings

From Elias: The Padres scored three runs in the first inning, four runs in the fifth, and five more in the seventh inning of their 13-4 rout of the Nationals. Entering play on Sunday, the Padres had scored three or more runs in an inning only 12 times this season, which tied them with the Mariners for the third-fewest three-run innings in the majors, ahead of the Marlins (9) and Dodgers (9).

Weekend wrap: Here comes Profar!

A quick warning about Jurickson Profar's call to the majors to replace the disabled Ian Kinsler: Do not expect Mike Trout; do not expect Bryce Harper; do not expect Manny Machado.

Padres pummel Haren, Nats for series split

Andrew Cashner pitched 6 2/3 strong innings and Kyle Blanks and Will Venable homered off Dan Haren to lead the Padres to a 13-4 victory Sunday and a split of their four-game series.

Padres Punish Haren, Nationals

The Padres tagged Dan Haren for seven earned runs over five innings of work.

Recap: San Diego vs. Washington