Shinnosuke Ogasawara debuted in the second game of Spring Training alongside a near-Opening Day lineup for the Nationals. Competing for the fifth starter position, Ogasawara's performance is closely monitored as he enters with significant history as the first international free agent sign for the team. With starters like Jake Irvin, Trevor Williams, and MacKenzie Gore almost secure in their roles, the competition heats up for the fourth and fifth slots, which also includes players who struggled last season. Early training focuses on limited pitch counts to build stamina for the regular season.
The Nats' starting rotation is currently set with Irvin, Williams, and Gore as guaranteed spots, leaving the fourth and fifth open for competition among Ogasawara, Soroka, Herz, and Parker.
Ogasawara is making history as the first direct signing of an international free agent for the Nationals, aiming for a spot in the starting rotation.
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