Nats trying to keep Murphy fresh for playoffs

Daniel Murphy doubles into the right-field corner for his 184th hit of the season, tying a franchise record set by Denard Span in 2014Murphy hurt the leg in the third inning on Saturday afternoon, when he tied Denard Span for the most hits (184) in a single season. The historic hit came with one out against Braves right-hander Josh Collmenter.

After sliding into second base for a double, Murphy took a long time to get up, and Baker and head athletic trainer Paul Lessard came to Murphy's aid, but Murphy stayed in the game.

"I told [Murphy] it would be good if he was given today off and maybe even tomorrow to get that [leg] well," Baker said. "If it just lingers, you are not going to get days…