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Washington Nationals second baseman Danny Espinosa (left), jumping over Florida Marlins runner Brad Davis (6) during an exhibition game, has developed a chemistry with shortstop Ian Desmond (right) after adapting to the position.
** FILE ** Washington Nationals starting pitcher Jason Marquis throws a pitch in the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Detroit Tigers, Monday, March 14, 2011, in Viera, Fla. (AP Photo/David Goldman)
Washington Nationals starting pitcher Jason Marquis throws a pitch in the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Detroit Tigers, Monday, March 14, 2011, in Viera, Fla. (AP Photo/David Goldman)
Washington Nationals' Danny Espinosa safely slides into home as Florida Marlins catcher Brett Hayes (9) misplays the relay during a spring training baseball game, Wednesday, March 9, 2011 in Jupiter, Fla. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Washington Nationals starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann throws during the second inning of a spring training baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday, March 3, 2011, in Jupiter, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper watches from the dugout Monday at the start of a spring-training baseball game against the New York Mets in Port St. Lucie, Fla. The 18-year-old outfielder got into the game but struck out twice in two at-bats against major league pitching. (Associated Press)
Washington Nationals pinch runner Bryce Harper runs between first and second bases during the fifth inning of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets, Monday, Feb. 28, 2011, in Port St. Lucie, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Washington Nationals pinch runner Bryce Harper runs between first and second bases during the fifth inning of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets, Monday, Feb. 28, 2011, in Port St. Lucie, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Washington Nationals pinch runner Bryce Harper runs between first and second bases during the fifth inning of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets, Monday, Feb. 28, 2011, in Port St. Lucie, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
New York Mets pitcher Oliver Perez (46) wipes his face after giving up his second home run during the seventh inning of a spring training baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Saturday, March 19, 2011 in Port St. Lucie, Fla. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Washington Nationals right fielder Bryce Harper smiles as he talks with teammates before the start of a spring training baseball workout Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2011, in Viera, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Washington Nationals right fielder Bryce Harper holds a football as part of a drill as he waits to chase a fly ball during a spring training baseball workout Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2011, in Viera, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Washington Nationals starting pitcher Livan Hernandez signs autographs for fans after a spring training baseball workout Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011, in Viera, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
**FILE** Washington Nationals pitcher Livan Hernandez, center, laughs with teammates during a spring training baseball workout Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011, in Viera, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Washington Nationals catcher Ivan Rodriguez makes his way to a practice field during spring training baseball, Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011, in Viera, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Washington Nationals manager Jim Riggleman, right, watches his team loosens up during spring training baseball Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011, in Viera, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg attempts to bunt a pitch during a spring training baseball workout Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011, in Viera, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg signs autographs for fans after a spring training baseball workout Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011, in Viera, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg reacts during a bunt drill at spring training on Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011, in Viera, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg (37) throws during a spring training workout on Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011, in Viera, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)