Michael A. Taylor
OF CWS
Fri 6/28/19 11:12 AM

Taylor has started only four games so far in June, going 3-for-20 with zero extra-base hits, zero walks, an RBI, two runs and two stolen bases.
EDGE Analysis
The addition of Gerardo Parra to the Nats' roster in early May has had the end result of reducing Taylor to the status of fifth outfielder with everyone healthy. Even in deep NL-only formats, the 28-year-old simply isn't seeing enough action, or doing enough with his rare opportunities, to warrant an active roster spot.

Michael A. Taylor
OF CWS
Mon 5/27/19 11:17 AM

Taylor went 2-for-2 with a double, a run scored and an RBI in Sunday's win over the Marlins.
EDGE Analysis
Entering the contest in the sixth inning as part of a double switch, Taylor still managed to deliver his first multi-hit performance since May 9. The 28-year-old isn't seeing much playing time with the rest of the Nats' outfield healthy, coming off the bench in each of the last eight games, and his lack of productivity is a big reason why -- Taylor's still looking for his first homer on the year and has only one RBI, two steals and four runs through 28 games to go with his .236/.311/.327 slash line.

Michael A. Taylor
OF CWS
Sun 5/12/19 3:42 PM

Taylor will start in center field and bat eighth Sunday against the Dodgers.
EDGE Analysis
Taylor had been on the bench for the previous two games of the series, but he'll re-enter the outfield Sunday with Victor Robles receiving a breather. Prior to the weekend, Taylor had briefly settled into a near-everyday role, but Juan Soto's return from the 10-day injured list Saturday will likely limit Taylor to fourth-outfielder duties for the foreseeable future.

Michael A. Taylor
OF CWS
Wed 5/8/19 12:07 PM

Taylor will start in center field and bat eighth Wednesday against the Brewers.
EDGE Analysis
Taylor enters the lineup for the second straight game and looks like he'll be a regular member of the outfield while Juan Soto (back) is on the injured list. Unfortunately for Taylor, it looks like he'll soon be headed back to a bench role, as Soto took swings in the batting cage Wednesday and is trending toward a return from the IL ahead of Saturday's game against the Dodgers.

Michael A. Taylor
OF CWS
Tue 5/7/19 11:31 AM

Taylor (wrist) entered Monday's game in the bottom of the fourth inning to play center field, going 0-for-2 with two strikeouts.
EDGE Analysis
He replaced Andrew Stevenson, who checked out due to back spasms. While it's encouraging to see Taylor back in action after sitting out Sunday, he's still mired in an 0-for-18 slump at the plate that includes a brutal 1:11 BB:K, and he seems unlikely to break out of it while swinging a bat with a sore wrist.

Michael A. Taylor
OF CWS
Mon 5/6/19 6:54 PM

Manager Dave Martinez said Taylor (wrist) is "day-to-day" and will not be placed on the injured list, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.
EDGE Analysis
Taylor is still nursing a wrist injury that he picked up over the weekend, which explains his absence from the lineup for a second consecutive game Monday. Fortunately, it doesn't sound like the issue is anything serious enough to require a stay on the shelf. The outfielder was able to hit and play catch prior to Monday's contest, though it's unclear if he'll be available off the bench.

Michael A. Taylor
OF CWS
Mon 5/6/19 5:05 PM

Taylor (wrist) is not starting Monday against Milwaukee.
EDGE Analysis
Taylor left Saturday's game against the Phillies with a jammed wrist and sat out Sunday's contest. The wrist issue is likely the reason for his absence Monday, as he's presumably still ahead of Andrew Stevenson in the pecking order as the third outfielder with Juan Soto sidelined with back spasms.

Michael A. Taylor
OF CWS
Sun 5/5/19 1:24 PM

Taylor (wrist) isn't in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Phillies and isn't likely to be available off the bench, Mark Zuckerman of MASN Sports reports.
EDGE Analysis
Both Taylor and Matt Adams (shoulder) underwent MRIs on Sunday, but manager Dave Martinez wasn't able to reveal the results for either player, per Jesse Dougherty of The Washington Post. Adams' injury must have been the more significant of the two, as he was placed on the 10-day injured list prior to the series finale. The Nationals should have a better read on Taylor's situation ahead of Monday's series opener in Milwaukee, with another roster move perhaps on tap if it's determined Taylor's setback is more than a day-to-day situation.

Michael A. Taylor
OF CWS
Sat 5/4/19 11:58 PM

Taylor (wrist) is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Sunday, Jamal Collier of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Taylor jammed his left wrist on a dive attempt during Saturday's game, though preliminary X-rays came back negative. Andrew Stevenson should see action in left field should Taylor be forced to miss any time, since Juan Soto (back) is on the injured list.

Michael A. Taylor
OF CWS
Sat 5/4/19 9:02 PM

Taylor exited Saturday's game against the Phillies with a jammed left wrist, Jamal Collier of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Taylor had his left wrist get caught underneath him on a dive attempt during the second inning, causing him to leave the game a couple innings later. Victor Robles took over in center field for the Nationals.