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James Wood Nearing Return from Oblique Strain

James Wood Nearing Return from Oblique Strain

James Wood's oblique strain recovery is slower than hoped. He has been out since Aug 4 and the Nats are 5-6 without him. A rehab assignment is now likely. His return would be a huge boost for the Nationals' wild card push, but the timeline has extended.

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Updated Aug 16, 2026
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