Paxton Schultz Returns, Boosts Nats Bullpen

0:00It's April 7th. You're listening to Washington Nationals News today, AI-powered coverage of your squad. Washington Nationals just brought back reliever Paxton Schultz from the injured list after dealing with right elbow inflammation during spring, training. They reinstated the 28-year-old Ride Tuesday before facing the Cardinals, pulling him off a rehab assignment. In a matching move, they optioned Andre Granillo to triple A Rochester. Schultz got claimed off waivers from the Toronto Blue Jays back on January 9th. Last year in his rookie season with Toronto, he made 13 appearances, two starts, and posted a 4.38 ERA over 24. Two-thirds innings. He's pumped to contribute however the team needs, saying he aimed for the opening day roster, but sees the setback as a minor hiccup that got him fully. Healthy now. Last manager Blake Boutera confirmed, Schultz's full go and ready to pitch tonight. The Nationals bullpen has struggled early, sitting at a 6.34 ERA, 27th in the majors through

1:03their first 10 games. Schultz has experienced going multiple innings, including at least two six times last season, so he could slot in for long relief. With his workload built up through rehab stints in Florida, Jacksonville and Rochester, Schultz steps right into a group craving reinforcements. Welcome to help steady that pen as the Nats push forward.