James McDonald allowed two runs over 6 1/3 innings as part of a no-decision against the Nationals on Saturday. McDonald held the Nats to just one run over the first six innings of the ballgame, but was pulled after giving up a game-tying solo homer to Rick Ankiel. Though he didn't get a win, he managed to strike out seven batters in a start for the first time since May 13. He's generally been pretty solid since mid-May, so we wouldn't hesitate using him against the Cubs next week.