MILWAUKEE -- Nationals utility infielder Danny Espinosa made his first career start at first base Saturday against the Brewers at Miller Park. The move comes from a "function of need," according to manager Matt Williams.
With starting first baseman Ryan Zimmerman on the 15-day disabled list with left foot plantar fasciitis, the Nats have used a stable of infielders to fill the void. Clint Robinson started there the first two games of the series and Tyler Moore has been considered, but Espinosa's offensive production won him the job for Saturday.