Matt Williams gives updates on Johnson, Moore and Uggla

Apr 3, 2015; Tampa, FL, USA; Washington Nationals outfielder Reed Johnson (4) works out prior to the game against the New York Yankeesat George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY SportsAmidst a season in which injuries have taken their toll on the Nationals’ roster, manager Matt Williams revealed to reporters before Wednesday’s game against the Padres of perhaps the most bizarre setback a player has suffered all year.

Outfielder Reed Johnson, who had torn a ligament in his ankle in late April, was shutdown from his rehab assignment recently after he was hit by a pitch near the ribs and later sneezed, which pulled an oblique muscle in the process. If you think that…