Top Washington Nationals’ pitching prospect Erick Fedde, whose sinker velocity was down noticeably in his last start, was shut down for the season on Monday, when the 24-year-old righty was diagnosed with a right forearm flexor strain.
Nats’ GM Mike Rizzo talked to reporters about the decision before the Nationals’ series opener in Miami’s Marlins Park.
“He’s a guy that would have probably missed a start or two, but he’s been through a lot this season.