Fedde is slated to start Wednesday's game against the Braves in Atlanta, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Fedde was a logical choice to enter the rotation for Stephen Strasburg (hand) after working in long relief in Friday's 15-3 win over the Orioles. With Strasburg departing midway through the bottom of the first, Fedde came out of the bullpen to deliver 5.1 scoreless frames. Considering he tossed 69 pitches in that outing, Fedde should be able to handle something close to a normal starter's workload Wednesday.

Fedde (1-1) picked up the win in Friday's 15-3 victory over the Orioles, giving up two hits and three walks over 5.1 scoreless innings of relief. He failed to strike out a batter.

EDGE Analysis

Pressed into duty early after Stephen Strasburg (undisclosed) lasted only two-thirds of an inning, Fedde threw 69 pitches (39 strikes) to save the rest of the bullpen. If Strasburg's injury causes him to miss any turns, Fedde would be the most likely candidate to move into the rotation, potentially lining him up for a start Wednesday in Atlanta. The 27-year-old has a 2.55 ERA this season through 17.2 innings, but his 1.53 WHIP and 5:9 K:BB are much more worrisome from a fantasy standpoint.

Fedde will likely remain in the bullpen during the upcoming week with Max Scherzer (hamstring) expected to make his next scheduled start Tuesday against the Mets, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Fedde earned a spot in the Opening Day rotation while Stephen Strasburg (hand) missed his first two turns, but he was deployed in long relief Aug. 5 against the Mets after Scherzer lasted just one inning before exiting with an injury. Since Strasburg was cleared to make his 2020 debut Sunday and Scherzer's hamstring has been responding well to workouts over the past couple of days, the Nationals are optimistic they'll have their ideal rotation intact for the first time all season.

Fedde (0-1) took the loss Wednesday as the Nationals fell 3-1 to the Mets, allowing one run on three hits and three walks over three innings of relief. He struck out one.

EDGE Analysis

The right-hander was needed out of the 'pen once Max Scherzer (hamstring) left the game after the first inning, and while Fedde wasn't sharp -- he threw only 28 of 58 pitches for strikes -- he was able to limit the damage against him. His next turn in the rotation was originally scheduled for Sunday, but given his workload here he's almost certain to be bumped. Patrick Corbin will likely move up a day to take that start instead, but Fedde could slot back in for Monday's road game against the Mets on a normal four days rest.

Fedde allowed two earned runs on six hits and two walks while striking out none across 3.1 innings Thursday against the Blue Jays. He did not factor into the decision.

EDGE Analysis

Fedde wasn't particularly sharp, allowing multiple baserunners in three of the four innings he pitched. However, he did keep the Nationals competitive in the game, and he exited the game with a 4-2 lead. While Fedde now has a 3.68 ERA across 7.1 total innings this season, his 3:3 K:BB ratio is much less inspiring. Fedde may not make another start for a quite a while, given that the team will not be in action this weekend and that Stephen Strasburg (hand) continues to work his way back into the rotation.

Fedde will make another start Thursday against the Blue Jays, Jessica Camerato of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Fedde was a last-minute fill-in for Stephen Strasburg against the Yankees on Saturday and performed competently enough, allowing two runs (one earned) in four innings. He'll get at least one more turn in the rotation with Strasburg still battling a hand issue, but Strasburg has a chance to be cleared for his next start if his bullpen session Wednesday goes well.

Fedde was charged with two runs (one earned) on four hits over four innings in a no-decision against the Yankees on Saturday. He struck out three and issued one walk.

EDGE Analysis

This was an impressive showing considering it was a last-minute assignment and he was facing the Yankees. Fedde was starting in place of Stephen Strasburg (hand). Strasburg said that he does not expect to be out "too long," but Fedde will likely eat the bulk of the innings on Strasburg's day in the meantime. If Strasburg can't go next week, Fedde would get the ball in a road matchup against the Blue Jays.

Fedde will start Saturday against the Yankees, Brittany Ghiroli of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Fedde will start on short notice for the team's second game of the season after Stephen Strasburg was scratched from his start with a nerve issue in his right hand. Fedde drew praise during camp about his performance as he competed for the No. 5 starter role. The right-hander recorded a 4.50 ERA and 1.46 WHIP over 21 appearances (12 starts) last season.

Manager Dave Martinez said Fedde will pitch out of the bullpen, Jesse Dougherty of The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Austin Voth will serve as the team's fifth starter while Fedde provides length out of the bullpen. Fedde made nine appearances out of the bullpen in 2019, compiling a 4.58 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 10:8 K:BB across 17.2 innings.

Fedde pitched in a simulated game Friday and drew praise from manager Dave Martinez, Jessica Camerato of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The right-hander "threw the ball really well" according to Martinez, although it's not clear how much work Fedde got in. The 27-year-old got a delayed start to summer camp due to a case of pink eye, which is at least better than a positive COVID-19 test, and he appears to be fully recovered now. Fedde is competing with Austin Voth for the No. 5 starter spot to begin the season, but both pitchers should have significant roles on the staff during the shortened season regardless of who wins the battle.