Game Time: 7:05 PM
Ismael Valdez, RHP (1-1, 4.36)Effective in his last start, Valdez was not involved in the decision in a game the Marlins pulled out against the Cardinals. The veteran has tossed 33 innings this season, returning from a fractured bone in his right leg before the season started. He has struck out 19 and walked 11.
Darrell Rasner, RHP (0-0, -.--)Tony Armas Jr. was scheduled to pitch, but he is still experiencing shoulder problems. The Nationals will call up right-hander Rasner to make the start on Tuesday. He is playing for Double-A Harrisburg, where he is 6-7 with a 3.59 ERA.
Starting Lineups:
No. Florida Washington
1 Luis Castillo, 2B Brad Wilkerson, 1B
2 Jeremy Hermida, LF Marlon Byrd, LF
3 Miguel Cabrera, 3B Jose Guillen, RF
4 Carlos Delgado, 1B Preston Wilson, CF
5 Juan Encarnacion, RF Vinny Castilla, 3B
6 Paul Lo Duca, C Brian Schneider, C
7 Juan Pierre, CF Deivi Cruz, 2B
8 Damion Easley, SS Cristian Guzman, SS
9 Ismael Valdez, P Darrell Rasner, P
