Jayson Werth

Jayson Werth scratched from Washington's lineup Thursday

Washington Nationals outfielder Jayson Werth has been scratched from the team's lineup for Thursday's afternoon game against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

What It Means:

It's just a day of rest for Werth, and Chris Heisey will bat seventh and start in left field.

Werth ranks 136th in the majors with a 0.49 nERD, and his hitting .244/.340/.408 with a .327 wOBA on the season.