Paolo Espino lasted 5 1/3 innings on the mound Friday for the Nationals, allowing one run on six hits while also walking one and striking out three, picking up the no-decision in the Nationals' 2-1 win over the Rangers.
Fantasy Impact
Espino has allowed two runs or less in each of his last three starts on the mound for the Nationals, while mainly being used out of the Washington bullpen this season. The right-hander carries a 2.21 ERA and 1.11 WHIP to go along with a 6.64 K/9 ratio in 23 appearances (three starts) on the mound this season.