He was the Nationals’ most consistent pitcher last season and was their only starter to win a playoff game, but 7-year veteran Doug Fister will now move to the bullpen.
Manager Matt Williams made the announcement after Thursday’s game, saying that rookie Joe Ross will remain in the rotation when Stephen Strasburg returns from the disabled list on Saturday against the Rockies.
“Stras is going to start Saturday and Doug’s going to our bullpen,” Williams said. “He wants to pitch. He’s willing to do whatever we can to help us win. He was out there today and he’ll continue to be out there and get innings where we can get him innings.