The true audition for Washington Nationals closer has yet to begin.
Although we have seen the contenders pitch this spring, none have thrown against a full major-league lineup in what passes for a high-leverage situation. With an added week of games to get players ready for the World Baseball classic, the traditional fourth or fifth inning appearances are not there.
If you hoped we would get an early resolution to the problem before the Grapefruit League fully ripened, the answer is no. If you can guess who gets the call in April at Nationals Park against the Miami Marlins, go play the lottery.