The Nationals recalled Read from Triple-A Fresno on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

The expanded 30-man roster allowed Read to break camp with the Nationals, but he'll likely be at the top of the list for a demotion if the team needs to address depth at another position as the season unfolds. Read will be the clear No. 3 catcher in Washington so long as both Yan Gomes and Kurt Suzuki are available.