Michael Blazek

Nationals will start Michael Blazek on Sunday

Washington Nationals pitcher Michael Blazek is starting in Sunday's matchup against the Atlanta Braves.

What It Means:

Blazek will make his first major league start since 2017 on Sunday after spending time in Triple-A Fresno. In 26.0 minor league innings this season, the veteran produced a 5.54 ERA and 28 strikeouts.

In 123.0 innings pitched during Blazek's major league career, the right-hander has produced a 4.39 ERA and 104 strikeouts. On Sunday, Blazek will face a Braves team ranked 12th overall by numberFire's power rankings.