In Ryne Harper's Nationals debut, the right-hander tossed two scoreless innings and recorded four strikeouts.
Stephen Strasburg was slated to start Saturday's game against the Yankees, but was pulled due to a nerve issue in his right hand.
Kyle Finnegan pitched a shutout ninth inning in his major league debut in the Nats' 9-2 win over the Yankees.
Max Scherzer gave up four runs, six hits and four walks while striking out 11 over 5 1/3 innings in the Nats' 4-1 loss to the Yankees on Opening Day.
Davey Martinez meets with the media after learning Juan Soto tested positive for COVID-19 and won't be available for the season opener against the Yankees.
Paul Mancano breaks down the news that Juan Soto has tested positive for COVID-19. Then "Nats Xtra" host Dan Kolko joins the show to discuss the excitement surrounding opening day.
Dr. Anthony Fauci will throw the ceremonial first pitch on Opening Day before the World Series champion Nationals start the 2020 MLB season against the Yankees.