Ross (foot) could have his first turn in the rotation skipped so Max Scherzer can pitch on his normal rest, The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nats manager Dusty Baker hasn't made an official decision yet, but given that Ross hasn't pitched in a Grapefruit League game since being hit on the heel by a comebacker March 20, he may need a bit of extra time to prepare for the regular season anyway.