The Washington Nationals lost again on Tuesday night, but one bright spot from the game was Erick Fedde’s performance.
After Matt Grace pitched in relief of the struggling Jeremy Hellickson, Fedde pitched two perfect innings in the seventh and eighth.
Aside from one questionable call, later reviewed and confirmed by the umpires in New York, Fedde pitched brilliantly.
Fedde’s sample size of eight innings pitched in the Major Leagues this season is far too small to draw definite conclusions. However, his 0.00 ERA is tough to dismiss.
While it is highly unlikely it will stay that way over the remaining 121 games, Fedde’s performance is leading the Nats to believe he can be a reliable option out of the bullpen.