Jake Irvin Scratched From Sunday Start Against Angels, Opener Set

Washington Nationals pitcher Jake Irvin will no longer start Sunday's series finale against the Los Angeles Angels, as the team opts to use opener Riley Cornelio instead. Irvin has no reported injury and could make the first bullpen appearance of his MLB career in bulk relief. Since returning from a shoulder injury that sidelined him through June and July, the 29-year-old right-hander has posted an 0-5 record with a 5.90 ERA and 32 strikeouts over 39.2 innings.