As of today, Opening Day is ten days away. The Nationals play at home against the Yankees in seven days. If it’s starting to feel real, it’s because it is.
Here’s the news from Nats Park:
Michael Taylor wasn’t going to start, but here’s why his injury is so concerning for the Nationals (The Athletic)
The expectation for the Nats had long been that Michael A. Taylor would get almost regular playing time, taking the spot of any outfielder in need of a day off. Now, they don't have a legitimate replacement for Victor Robles in center (further dialing up the pressure on him, especially given Howie Kendrick's injury) — and it shows just how fragile this team's depth is.