Nats Pleased With Backup Plan – The Post
Redding suffers back spasms – The Wash. Times
For change, Nats prepared for call to arms – The Free Lance-Star
RHP Tim Redding, my preference to get the ball on Opening Night over of Odalis Perez, suffered back spasms yesterday. While it is being suggested that they are not serious, I can’t help but wonder if he’ll be rolled out for the National Anthem in a wheelchair.

In all seriousness, even if Redding is out, their are several pitchers in line to take his spot. In all likelihood, John Lannan would be the one.

GM Bowden Is Actively Trying To Trade López – The Post
For now, Lopez will stay – The Free Lance-Star
Crybaby IF Felipe López is on the block, but for now he’ll probably be riding the bench. Hopefully, GM Jim Bowden can trick someone into trading something meaningful for Mr. Bad Attitude.

Spring Training Report – The Wash. Times
The Marlins beat the Nats yesterday. Also, Ray King got his option picked up, so he made the 25-man roster.

Also, with Will Nieves being reassigned, Jesus Flores will be on the Nationals roster as the second catcher.

EARLIER TODAY: Six days until Nationals Park officially opens