Heading into September, the biggest question surrounding Washington Nationals pitcher Joe Ross was whether or not he would be able to make an impact out of the bullpen. Max Scherzer, Stephen Strasburg, and Tanner Roark formed a formidable trio at the top of the rotation, and the organization appeared content with Gio Gonzalez’s performance.
Now, as the calendar turns to October, it is evident that he is going to be called upon to play a much bigger role this postseason.