(Carolyn Kaster/Associated Press)SAN DIEGO — The Washington Nationals officially activated Stephen Strasburg from the 10-day disabled list, and the right-hander will make his return Saturday against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Strasburg took Max Scherzer’s spot on the roster after Scherzer was placed on the disabled list Friday with neck inflammation. Strasburg, 29, hasn’t pitched for Washington since exiting a start against the Arizona Diamondbacks after two innings on July 23. Nationals Manager Dusty Baker didn’t specify a pitch count for Strasburg for Saturday night but indicated that he will not assume a regular workload his first start back. “You kind of look for signs,” Baker said.

Source: Washington Post August 19, 2017 21:26 UTC