"We want to make sure [Parker and Alvarez] know that the expectations for them are super high, Don't just go [up] there and go through the motions and pitch in Triple-A; go dominate and show that they need to be back up here. That's what we want from all of our guys that aren't necessarily breaking with our team."
The Washington Nationals return to the DMV for two exhibition games against the Orioles before Opening Day in 11 days. Manager Blake Butera has established a starting lineup matching the expected Opening Day roster. Jacob Young remains sidelined from a wrist contusion sustained during February practice, creating opportunities for Joey Wiemer and Robert Hassell III in the outfield, though Christian Franklin has performed impressively. The team faces several roster decisions: Jake Irvin and Josiah Gray compete for the fifth rotation spot, Drew Millas and Harry Ford battle for the second catcher position, and Andres Chaparro appears positioned for the final bench spot. Left-handed pitchers Mitchell Parker and Andrew Alvarez were optioned to Triple-A Rochester, with management emphasizing high expectations for their development.
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