MIAMI -- The Nationals had good news to share about the status of Stephen Strasburg one day after the right-hander was placed on the disabled list with a pinched nerve in his neck. After traveling to Los Angeles to be examined by a neurologist, Strasburg received a shot in his neck, according to manager Dave Martinez, who was not sure exactly what kind of shot he received.
The team will now wait 72 hours for the shot to take effect, and if it alleviates the pain, Strasburg could resume a throwing program shortly thereafter.
"I can't wait to really hone in, get him healthy and get him back," Martinez said.