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After series misstep, Cardinals send Flaherty into duel with Scherzer

Who are the Nationals’ leaders now that former manager Dusty Baker and veteran outfielder Jayson Werth are gone? So far the answer has been Max Scherzer and To Be Determined. MUST CREDIT: Washington Post photo by Katherine Frey

He'll offer some length in the bullpen as the Cardinals turn back to their regular rotation, as reordered to setup one of the best pitching matchups of Labor Day. Jack Flaherty, arguably the best rookie pitcher in the National League, will face Max Scherzer, arguably the best pitcher in the National League and certainly the best Missouri-born pitcher in the majors in generations.