Washington Nationals relief pitcher Daniel Hudson (elbow) was placed on the 10-day injured list. The veteran had an MRI on Friday, which revealed right elbow inflammation. While Hudson is a two-time Tommy John recipient, manager Dave Martinez indicated that the issue is in the "back of the elbow," so the team isn't overly concerned, primarily since that area isn't the usual spot where a player would need to undergo such an invasive procedure. The 34-year-old has played well this season, ...

Washington Nationals relief pitchers Daniel Hudson and Tanner Rainey, both of whom are near the top of the team's bullpen depth chart, both had difficult spring trainings. Hudson allowed three home runs in 5 2/3 innings while Rainey walked four batters in 2 1/3. Tiny samples, of course, and Rainey was strong in 2020 with a 32-7 K-BB ratio. Hudson, who picked up the save in Game 7 of the 2019 World Series, did not have a good 2020, struggling with both control (11 walks) and homers (six) in 20 ...

Washington Nationals pitcher Daniel Hudson could see his fair share of high-leverage situations in 2021, although Brad Hand is the expected closer. The veteran right-hander has had a rough spring with an 11.12 ERA through six appearances but his K-BB of 5-1 in 5.2 innings gives some hope. Hudson's biggest issue has been the homers and he's allowed three this spring. Last season, he was also hindered by the long ball and he allowed six in 20.2 innings but also whiffed 28. Along with Hudson, ...

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Daniel Hudson is expected to start the season in the mix for saves in Washington. However, it remains to be seen if he stays in that role for long. The Nationals signing of Brad Hand allows them to utilize the lefty/righty combination for matchups, limiting Hudson's save potential. Hudson didn't make his 2020 debut until last July, yet still led the team with 10 saves despite putting up a 6.10 ERA over 20 2/3 innings (21 appearances). Hudson also had a 4.01 ...

Washington Nationals reliever Daniel Hudson needed just one out to pick up his eighth save of the season during Monday's 6-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays. With the bases loaded and the tying run on deck, Hudson struck out Randy Arozarena to end the threat. It has not been the prettiest year for Hudson, as evidenced by his 6.14 ERA, but he has managed to convert eight of his 11 save opportunities. He is not an elite closing option by any means, but he is a worthwhile depth reliever for fantasy ...

Washington Nationals reliever Daniel Hudson got the ball in the ninth inning of Thursday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays and shut the door. Hudson picked up his first save of 2020 by throwing a scoreless inning with one hit allowed and a strikeout. Manager Dave Martinez went to Hudson instead of reliever Sean Doolittle, who was thought to be Washington's potential closer in 2020. Doolittle hadn't pitched in two days and Hudson had just pitched on Wednesday, so it sure seems like Hudson is...

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Daniel Hudson made his 2020 spring training debut on Monday, one day after team closer Sean Doolittle. Hudson allowed three runs. The team is now waiting on Will Harris to complete the spring debuts of their main bullpen trio; Harris, who has a minor abdominal injury, should throw a bullpen session the coming weekend. Hudson saved four games for the world champion Nationals last postseason. He posted a 2.47 ERA with Toronto and Washington in the regular ...

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Daniel Hudson re-signed with the Nationals and will likely serve as the primary setup man for closer Sean Doolittle. Hudson was excellent last season, posting a 2.47 ERA and closing out a World Series win for Washington, but there were some signs that regression could be coming. For example, Hudson's 2.47 ERA did not match his 5.08 xFIP or his 4.31 SIERA. Still, he seemed to excel in high leverage situations and could once again outperform his peripherals. ...

The Washington Nationals are finalizing a two-year deal to re-sign relief pitcher Daniel Hudson on Monday, according to sources familiar with the agreement. Hudson was excellent for the Nationals after coming over from the Blue Jays in 2019, going 3-0 with a 1.44 ERA, 0.88 WHIP, six saves and 8.3 K/9 in 25 innings down the stretch. He recorded the last out to help Washington beat the Astros in Game 7 of the World Series. Hudson really stepped up in the late innings to close out the season, but ...

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Daniel Hudson was placed on the postseason paternity list on Friday. As a result, Wander Suero will be on the team's roster to start the National League Championship Series against the Cardinals. Hudson could miss anywhere from one to three games in this series. The right-hander had been serving as the Nats closer of late, so this could have a profound effect on the late innings early in the series. The most likely direction Washington goes in is to use ...