"The Nats brought in Littell and Mikolas and Griffin to start. Cavalli will start. The 5th slot is likely Irvin's until someone, like Herz or Gray or Susana or Williams, shows themselves to be good and ready, or until he busts and Lord takes over."
"Gray has looked good in a couple short outings this spring and is on the quickest time frame, likely starting in AAA just to stretch out. Herz just had his first pen session so is a while off, Williams and Susana still not throwing off the mound."
"Clayton Beeter looks like he's setting himself up for a closer role (better yet a shut down 7th/8th guy but you know how these things go). But Henry has looked good to. A lot of guys are hitting poorly - sorry no catcher is doing well."
The Nationals have clarified their rotation by sending down Parker and Alvarez. The starting five consists of Littell, Mikolas, Griffin, and Cavalli, with Irvin occupying the fifth slot until prospects demonstrate readiness. Gray has impressed in spring outings and will stretch out in AAA on the quickest timeline. Herz recently began throwing, while Williams and Susana remain unavailable. Clayton Beeter appears positioned for a closer or shutdown relief role. The team faces unresolved questions at catcher and the DH/1B position. Jacob Young, recovering from a wrist bruise, is expected ready for Opening Day as the likely third outfielder. The catcher situation remains the primary concern heading into the season.
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