Mat Latos has pitched in two games out of the bullpen with the Nationals. (John McDonnell/The Washington Post)The Nationals signed Mat Latos to a minor league contract in mid-June with September in mind. [Gio Gonzalez pitches Nationals to 3-2 win over the Phillies]On Monday, they’ll turn to the low-risk investment when Latos makes his first start with the Nationals in their series opener against the Mets at Nationals Park. The Mets have also given Latos trouble this season. In his Nationals debut on Sept. 4, Latos surrendered two runs against the Mets out of the bullpen.

Source: Washington Post September 11, 2016 22:18 UTC