In order to make room for Robert Fick who returned from the DL, the Nationals released Damian Jackson on Friday. I have to say that I was surprised by Jackson's lack of performance this year. I wasn't very familiar with Jackson until near the end of last season when he saw playing time with the Padres, but he seemed athletic and effective on the field and at the plate in the games I listened to. Robinson favourite Henry Mateo and Bernie Castro have been tearing it up in the minors and will take over as the Nationals' utility bench men.

Just a short six weeks ago, the newly acquired Luis Matos was tapped to become the Nationals dependable backup outfielder. Now, he might be trade bait. Matos has cleared waivers, so the Nationals will try to trade him before the Thursday waiver deadline.

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