Jarlin Susana shines in debut for Nationals after injury recovery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 1:45 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Jarlin Susana made his season debut for the Washington Nationals on August 11, 2026, after recovering from lat surgery. The pitching prospect delivered two scoreless innings, recording two strikeouts without allowing any hits. Scouts noted his impressive velocity, sitting between 101-103 MPH, and his new sweeper pitch around 89 MPH. Questions remain about his command, as he threw only 14 of 28 pitches for strikes, but the outing was a promising step after his lengthy recovery. Susana aims to continue as a starter despite past injury concerns.
- •Susana struck out two batters and allowed no hits in two innings.
- •He showcased a new sweeper pitch with significant break.
- •His velocity reached between 101-103 MPH during the outing.
- •Susana has a noted history of injuries but showed encouraging signs.
- •The Nationals plan to continue developing Susana as a starter.
- 1:45 PMYahoo Sports — Nationals pitching prospect Jarlin Susana came back with a bang in his debut
"The Nats flame throwing prospect Jarlin Susana looked as nasty as ever in his return from lat surgery
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