- James Wagner
- Reporter
A Springfield, Va. native, James Wagner grew up across the world, from Venezuela to Belgium to the Philippines, thanks to his father’s work. He is a 2008 graduate of the University of Virginia, and has since worked at the Los Angeles Times, San Gabriel Valley (Calif.) Tribune and Washington Post. Wagner joined the Post in August 2010 and, pror to covering the Nationals, covered high school sports across the region.
Bryce Harper showing signs of improvement at the plate
Manager Matt Williams was pleased with Harper’s recent first-pitch opposite field single against off a left-hander and drawing the walk with the bases loaded.
Doug Fister throws bullpen session
The injured right hander threw 35 pitches in his first bullpen session since straining his right lat muscle.
Nationals-Braves lineups
Denard Span is back in the leadoff spot after a day off. Bryce Harper is hitting sixth and Ian Desmond seventh again.
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