The Washington Nationals have optioned Shinnosuke Ogasawara to Triple-A Rochester.

Fantasy Impact

Ogasawara, who is transitioning from Japan, struggled this spring, allowing 15 earned runs over 12 innings. He will work on adjusting to facing batters in the U.S. while starting the season in the minors.

Shinnosuke Ogasawara is starting on Friday against the Mets.

Fantasy Impact

Ogasawara allowed one hit over one clean inning in his spring training debut. He continues to compete for one of the final spots in the Nationals starting rotation.

Shinnosuke Ogasawara will start for the Nationals on Sunday against the Mets.

Fantasy Impact

Ogasawara agreed to a deal with Washington back in January as he competes for a roster spot.

The Nationals signed Shinnosuke Ogasawara to a two-year deal.

Fantasy Impact

Ogasawara posted a 3.12 ERA last season for the Chunichi Dragons. He'll likely find a spot towards the end of the Nationals starting rotation heading into Opening Day.