Herz Dominates in Rehab Return

DJ Herz is back on the mound after Tommy John surgery, dazzling in his first rehab start with two perfect innings, four strikeouts, and zero walks — a major milestone for the 25-year-old lefty. Known for his electric stuff — a mid-90s fastball with a whiff rate over 30% and a nasty slider — Herz showed flashes of brilliance in 2024, including a 13-K outing. While his control has historically been a concern, this outing signals a promising return. The Nationals now face a strategic decision: could Herz thrive in a multi-inning relief role, or will he need a gradual ramp-up through the minors? With other young arms recovering, the future of Washington’s pitching staff looks brighter than ever. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f50850a68a4e6650