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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Gus Varland has emerged as an unlikely closer for the Washington Nationals in 2026. Through mid-May, he has appeared in 10 games with a 4.11 ERA over 15.1 innings pitched, recording 3 saves with 21 strikeouts against 5 walks. He has demonstrated strong command and effectiveness in high-leverage situations, earning saves in recent games including a scoreless 1.1 inning appearance against the Twins.
Strengths
- + Effective closer role for Nationals
- + Strong strikeout rate (21 K in 15.1 IP)
- + Multiple saves recorded (3 total)
- + Recent scoreless appearances
- + Good command in relief situations
- + Emerging as reliable high-leverage pitcher
Weaknesses
- - Elevated ERA at 4.11
- - WHIP of 1.24 suggests some baserunners allowed
- - 1 blown save on record
- - Limited track record as closer
- - Projection shows ERA climbing to 4.65 for season
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