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Washington Nationals relief pitcher Jonathan Papelbon walks off after being pulled after loading the bases with Cleveland Indians during the ninth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, July 26, 2016, in Cleveland. The Indians won 7-6. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)

Nationals bullpen collapses again in stunning loss to Cleveland

By Tom Withers - Associated Press

The Washington Nationals' Trea Turner, in a small sample, is hitting .350 against left-handers in the major leagues, which is distinctly better than teammate Ben Revere. Platooning with Revere in center field may be an option for the Nationals. (Associated Press)

Nationals try figure out what’s next for Trea Turner

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper, right, runs past third base coach Bob Henley, left, on his way home to score on a double by Ryan Zimmerman during the fourth inning of a baseball game, Friday, Aug. 7, 2015, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) **FILE**

Relaying signs a serious business for third base coach Bob Henley, Nationals

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals Manager Dusty Baker (12) talks with starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez (49) as he is about to be pulled from the game during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Tuesday, July 19, 2016, in Washington. Also seen is Washington Nationals catcher Jose Lobaton at left. The Dodgers won 8-4. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Reynaldo Lopez’s major league debut has a rocky start, solid ending

By Mark Eisenhauer - The Washington Times

The Nationals' Stephen Drew and Clint Robinson (inset) shined in starting roles this past weekend as Washington took two victories against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Drew had three doubles and two runs scored filling in for Daniel Murphy on Saturday while Robinson had a game-tying single on Friday in place of Ryan Zimmerman. (Associated Press Photographs)

Nationals’ bench players stepping up when called upon by Dusty Baker

By Mark Eisenhauer - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Sammy Solis (36) delivers a pitch during the eighth inning of an interleague baseball game against the Detroit Tigers, Tuesday, May 10, 2016, in Washington. The Tigers won 5-4.(AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Nationals promote pitcher Reynaldo Lopez, place Sammy Solis on disabled list

By Mark Eisenhauer - The Washington Times

The Washington Nationals' Daniel Murphy and third baseman Anthony Rendon have reason to celebrate heading into the all-star break with a six-game lead in the NL East. (Associated Press Photographs)

Nationals head into all-star break with improved vibe and results than a year ago

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals manager Dusty Baker congratulates Ryan Zimmerman after the first baseman slugged a two-run home run in the fifth inning to give the team the cushion it needed in a 7-4 win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday. (Associated Press)

Dusty Baker has right touch in energizing Nationals in win over Brewers

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times

FILE - In this May 24, 2016, file photo, Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper bats during a baseball game against the New York Mets in Washington. Harper was named as a starter for the All-Star Game, in fan voting announced Tuesday, July 5. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

Bryce Harper leads four Nationals selected to All-Star Game in San Diego

By Mark Eisenhauer - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Jonathan Papelbon throws during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Nationals Park, Monday, July 4, 2016, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Jonathan Papelbon activated from disabled list, Michael A. Taylor optioned to Triple-A

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times

Joe Don Looney in 1964. (Associated Press)

Joe Don Looney’s place in history

By Thom Loverro - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg (37) is pulled from a bseball game during the seventh inning against the Cincinnati Reds, Sunday, July 3, 2016, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Stephen Strasburg holds Reds hitless in 6 2/3 innings after return from injury

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times

Cincinnati Reds' Joey Votto hits an RBI double as Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Yasmani Grandal, right, watches along with home plate umpire Paul Nauert during the first inning of a baseball game, Friday, Aug. 14, 2015, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Joey Votto says Dusty Baker is like that ‘favorite uncle’ you are happy to see

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals' Danny Espinosa watches his grand slam off of Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Brandon Finnegan during the third inning of a baseball game, Thursday, June 30, 2016, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Danny Espinosa caps explosive month with seven RBI in 13-4 win against Reds

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times

Washington left-handed relief pitcher Sammy Solis has a 1.35 ERA, which is best among Nationals relievers. He is striking out more than one batter per inning and has become manager Dusty Baker's left-handed choice in tough spots. (Associated Press)

Sammy Solis has become Nationals’ go-to lefty reliever since call-up from minors

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg throws during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Nationals Park, Wednesday, June 15, 2016, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) **FILE**

Stephen Strasburg throws bullpen session as MRI shows no further back strain issues

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals' Max Scherzer pitchers to a Milwaukee Brewers batter during the first inning of a baseball game Friday, June 24, 2016, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Tom Lynn)

Max Scherzer beaten by long ball, Nats lose 6th straight

By Joe Totoraitis - Associated Press

Jayson Werth gets doused by Wilson Ramos after his the game-winning RBI single. The Nationals won 5-4, in 12 innings. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Jayson Werth is happy to talk about another person’s age after coming through again

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals third baseman Anthony Rendon reaches to tag out Chicago Cubs' Jason Heyward while attempting to steal third base base in first inning Wednesday. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Thrilling series between Nationals, Cubs already evoking thoughts of October

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Washington Nationals manager Dusty Baker talks with fans prior to a baseball game against Philadelphia Phillies, Wednesday, April 27, 2016 in Washington. Philadelphia won 3-0.(AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)

Dusty Baker, Joe Maddon again prepare to match wits as Nationals host Cubs

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times