Ryan Madson
RP FA
Sun 10/28/18 7:23 PM

Madison won't be an option out of the bullpen for Game 5 of the World Series against Boston on Sunday, Pedro Moura of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Madson gave up a big home run in Game 4 in 0.2 innings, and he won't throw Sunday despite tossing just eight pitches. If the Dodgers manage to extend the series to Game 6, he figures to be available.

Ryan Madson
RP FA
Fri 9/7/18 6:56 PM

Mason figures to be one of the top candidates for save opportunities this weekend against Colorado, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.
EDGE Analysis
Kenley Jansen (chest) didn't travel with the team as a precaution, so Madson and Kenta Maeda figure handle save situations if needed. Manager Dave Roberts stated it's closer by committee with Jansen out of the picture for the weekend. Given Madson's recent usage (pitched Sunday, Monday and Wednesday), the Dodgers may elect to avoid him in Friday's opener, although he should be well-rested for the final two games of the series, per Ken Gurnick of MLB.com.

Ryan Madson
RP FA
Fri 8/31/18 2:05 PM

Madson was traded from the Nationals to the Dodgers on Friday in exchange for Andrew Istler, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Dodgers acquire a much-needed late-inning arm, as closer Kenley Jansen has allowed seven runs on 10 hits (including four homers) over his last four appearances since returning from a trip to the disabled list due to an irregular heartbeat. The team is reportedly keeping faith with Jansen, but Madson and his 91 career saves could be an option to take over should the closer's struggles continue. Greg Holland and Justin Miller are left as the primary options for saves in Washington until Sean Doolittle returns from his toe injury.

Ryan Madson
RP FA
Mon 8/27/18 4:51 PM

Madson (back) was reinstated from the 10-day disabled list Monday, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.
EDGE Analysis
In a corresponding move, Kelvin Herrera was placed on the DL with a torn Lisfranc ligament, opening up temporary closing duties in Washington. Madson could be the one to take over, with four saves this season and 91 over the course of his career. Sean Doolittle is working his way back from a toe injury, but his return timeline remains unclear, so Madson could hold the job for a few weeks.

Ryan Madson
RP FA
Sun 8/26/18 1:16 PM

Madson (back) was throwing a bullpen session prior to Sunday's game against the Mets, Jorge Castillo of The Washington Post reports.
EDGE Analysis
Madson traveled to Phoenix for electric therapy last week as he returns from the back injury. The veteran right-hander could return from the disabled list as soon as Monday at Philadelphia if everything goes smoothly, but an activation later in the week still appears more likely.

Ryan Madson
RP FA
Sun 8/19/18 7:55 PM

Madson has resumed rehabbing in Phoenix and will receive electric therapy for his back, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.
EDGE Analysis
Madson is hopeful that the treatment method will expedite his recovery from the back issue, which resulted in his placement on the 10-day disabled list Aug. 14. Until Madson initiates a throwing program, his return to the Nationals shouldn't be considered forthcoming.

Ryan Madson
RP FA
Tue 8/14/18 5:52 PM

Madson (back) was placed on the 10-day disabled list Tuesday, Jamal Collier of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
This was expected, as Madson wasn't listed on Tuesday's lineup card after admitting after Monday's game that he's been battling a back issue that sends a pain down to his leg. With Madson joining Sean Doolittle (toe) and Kelvin Herrera (shoulder) on the disabled list, the Nats will have to rely on Koda Glover, Justin Miller, Wander Suero or possibly Greg Holland in the ninth inning for the time being. Trevor Gott was recalled from Triple-A Syracuse in a corresponding roster move.

Ryan Madson
RP FA
Tue 8/14/18 5:24 PM

Madson (back) is not listed on the lineup card for Tuesday's game and is presumably on the 10-day disabled list, Mark Zuckerman of MASN Sports reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Nationals have yet to formally announce any roster moves, but Tim Collins and Trevor Gott are listed on the lineup card in place of Madson and Sammy Solis. Madson revealed after Monday's game that he has been batting a back issue that sends shooting pain down his leg. With Kelvin Herrera (shoulder) and Sean Doolittle (toe) also on the DL, the Nats could turn to Koda Glover, Justin Miller, Wander Suero or perhaps even Greg Holland in the ninth inning.

Ryan Madson
RP FA
Mon 8/13/18 6:05 PM

Madson doesn't believe he'll need a trip to the disabled list to deal with his back pain, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.
EDGE Analysis
The veteran has reportedly been battling the issue for a long time, which also affects his leg. He believes he'll be able to stay on top of the pain with anti-inflammatory medication, which is already helping, and expects to remain on the roster.

Ryan Madson
RP FA
Sun 8/12/18 11:42 PM

Following Sunday's loss to the Cubs, Madson said he's been suffering from back pain that results in shooting pain in his leg, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.
EDGE Analysis
The 37-year-old revealed that he's been dealing with this issue for a while now, and that it makes it difficult for him to command his pitches. It appears as though Madson will attempt to work through the issue moving forward, although if his condition worsens, he could be held out for a few games or even placed on the disabled list.