re: National's decision to shut down Strasburg

The Nationals have put a greater value on hopefully having a healthier, more effective Strasburg in the future than having their second best starter pitch for one postseason. Sometimes, there is more than just 2012.

Plus, if Strasburg were to have pitched this full season, then they would have expected a regression next year (a common trend among young pitchers who increased their workload a lot, usually 70+ innings).