Nationals' Max Scherzer (tricep) scratched on Saturday, Jon Lester to start against Orioles

Washington Nationals pitcher Max Scherzer (tricep) has been scratched from his scheduled start against the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday.

What It Means:

Scherzer is dealing with mild discomfort in his right tricep related to his hitting. He reportedly expects to make his next scheduled start but will be unavailable on Saturday. Jon Lester will pitch against Baltimore.

numberFire's models project Lester for 30.3 FanDuel points in 5.1 innings pitched against the Orioles on Saturday.