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Nationals Place Williams On DL, Activate King

The Nationals put right-handed starter Jerome Williams on the 15-day disabled list with a sprained left ankle and activated left-handed reliever Ray King off the DL before Sunday's game against the Mets.

Via AP


Nationals Could Deal Cordero And Church

Some insiders expect the Nationals to deal closer Chad Cordero and outfielder Ryan Church during the season.

Via Chicago Tribune


Howard Sits Out With Leg Injury, Listed Day-To-Day

First baseman Ryan Howard was out of the starting lineup Thursday for the Phillies' game against the Nationals because of a left leg injury.

The reigning NL MVP hurt himself running out a fielder's choice grounder in the 10th inning Wednesday night but stayed in for the rest of Philadelphia's 5-4 loss in 13 innings. Howard went 0-for-5 Wednesday to drop his average to .213 for the season.

Via AP


Nationals Wear Virginia Tech Baseball Caps In Tribute

The Nationals wore Virginia Tech baseball caps during Tuesday night's game against the Braves as a tribute to the victims of the shooting rampage at the school.

"It was an honor to wear that hat," Washington center fielder Ryan Church said after his team's 6-4 loss. "Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families."

Via AP


Mets Send Milledge To Triple-A To Make Room For Pelfrey

Mets outfielder Lastings Milledge was sent down to Triple-A New Orleans to make room for Mike Pelfrey, New York's scheduled starter Friday night against the Nationals.

Via AP


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