[Strikeout King]

Was watching the Auburn/Mississippi State Football game on ESPN and one of the updates that was coming from Sportscenter was that the Nationals have shutdown Stephen Strasburg for the remainder of the season.




I have to ask, why? 15 Game winner and you shut him down? Are they afraid he's gonna get hurt or something?

[TidesHoss32]

I know they are keeping the big picture in mind, but this is very risky for an organization that has never been in a playoff race. I dont agree with it. If Strasberg was having problems with his injuries then I can see them doing this, but he's been healthy and pitching well, and I think his recent struggles on the mound have been a result of the impending shutdown. I dont agree with this..it may pan out in the long run, but again, its very risky.

[Spud6]

I don't agree one bit either, I'm very worried he'll lose his momentum. Not pitching is not going to help him come playoff time. I know it's because we want to protect his golden arm, but it's a whole different ball game from pitching BpP to pitching in a real game scenario.

[OffTheHook]

Stupid

[Belfry0304]

Fellas, even if the Nats make it, Strasburg will not pitch in the playoffs either. He is done until 2013 regardless.

[baller4lyfe]

Nats = worst organization in baseball

[WideMiddle03]

bad move nationals