The NL East champion Washington Nationals know who their starter will be in Game 1 of the NLDS matchup with the Los Angeles Dodgers. There are, however, still decisions to be made when it comes to the Nats’ bench players and bullpen arms... and their No. 2 starter.
Max Scherzer is getting the nod in the series opener. Baker confirmed that much on Tuesday, rather matter of factly, actually.
“Can you officially say that Max Scherzer is your Game 1?” a reporter asked.
“Yes,” Baker responded.
“Who’s your Game 2 starter?” another reporter wondered.
“We’re unsettled,” Baker said, “but we do know that Max is pitching Game 1.