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Washington Nationals: Bullpen tests begins in earnest

The true test of the Washington Nationals bullpen starts now.

Shawn Kelley and Koda Glover return from the disabled list in time to start a rain-shortened three-game set against the Philadelphia Phillies. Kelley injured his back warming up after an illness while Glover aggravated a labrum injury from last year.

A.J. Cole and Matt Grace went back to Triple-A Syracuse.

The last seven days were brutal for the Nats bullpen. Blowing both save opportunities presented, another three home runs left opposition bats. In 14.2 innings, the pen allowed 24 hits.