Jorge Lopez struck out two batters while allowing one walk in a scoreless inning during Tuesday's loss to the Blue Jays.

Fantasy Impact

With a perfect 0.00 ERA and a strong 9.0 K/9 rate over two appearances this season, Lopez is establishing himself as a reliable option in the Nationals' bullpen. However, his lack of saves and holds may limit his fantasy value unless he secures a more prominent role in high-leverage situations moving forward.

Jorge Lopez made an appearance in Sunday's game against the Phillies after being sidelined with an illness.

Fantasy Impact

Lopez had been unavailable on Friday and Saturday due to an illness. He tossed a scoreless inning on Sunday against the Phillies.

Jorge López (hip) will pitch in Friday’s Grapefruit League game against the Marlins, per team updates, cleared after a left hip issue sidelined him since March 10.

Fantasy Impact

López’s left hip kept him out since March 10, but his Friday outing versus the Marlins signals readiness for Opening Day as a setup man to Kyle Finnegan for the Nationals. The 31-year-old’s back on track. Fantasy managers in deep leagues or hold formats should roster him, expecting his arm to rack up holds in Washington’s 2025 bullpen if he stays healthy.

Jorge Lopez is scheduled to throw a "light" bullpen session on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Nationals manager Dave Martinez said Lopez has not pitched since March 10 due to a left hip issue. If all goes well on Wednesday, he could be ready to pitch in a game in a few days.

Jorge López (groin) completed a live batting practice session Monday and has no restrictions in camp, per Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com. The veteran reliever missed the final week of the 2024 season with a right groin strain but signed a one-year, $3 million deal with Washington in free agency.

Fantasy Impact

With Kyle Finnegan non-tendered this offseason, the Nationals’ closer role is up for grabs. Manager Dave Martinez said López and Jose A. Ferrer are the leading candidates to see save opportunities, with matchups likely determining usage. As the right-handed option, López could have the inside track for a larger share of ninth-inning duties. Fantasy managers in need of saves should keep an eye on how the bullpen competition unfolds this spring.