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The Washington Nationals' best start in franchise history has truly been a collaborative effort, though they're still getting plenty of production from their stars. As Bryce Harper looks to continue his early-season tear, Max Scherzer attempts to follow up an outstanding last start in Thursday's series finale with the Miami Marlins. While Harper's encore to his 2015 NL MVP campaign is off to a torrid start, Washington also has built its MLB-leading 11-3 record on a pitching staff that leads the majors with a 2.06 ERA. Continue to Article

April 20, 2016 11:53:pm EST

The first call to the Washington Nationals bullpen came in the first inning, and their relievers remained in emergency mode until Jonathan Papelbon struck out Giancarlo Stanton for the final out. Four relievers combined to pitch seven innings after starter Joe Ross departed because of a blister, and Washington beat the Miami Marlins 3-1 on Wednesday. Yusmeiro Petit (1-0) allowed one run in four innings as Ross' replacement, and Papelbon pitched around a two-out single in the ninth for his sixth save, completing a five-hitter. Continue to Article

April 20, 2016 11:14:pm EST

MIAMI (AP) -- Washington Nationals right-hander Joe Ross has left his team's game against Miami in the third inning with a blister on his right middle finger. Continue to Article

April 20, 2016 8:19:pm EST