Denard Span felt comfortable putting on a Nationals uniform for the first time on Friday.

"I put on my uniform and it even felt good," he said. "It fits a little bit better than it did in Minnesota. I don't know if it's the pants, the material or something. It just seems like it hugged my waist a little bit better. It's a refreshing feeling. It's like a new beginning. I'm just a little energized."

Span is energized because Washington is expected to make the playoffs and compete for a World Series title.