Morgan has proven to be a huge acquisition for the Nationals,

Morgan has proven to be a huge acquisition for the Nationals, hitting .404 with 18 runs and 14 steals since the beginning of July. With the freedom to run at will on the bases, heÂ’s established himself as must-own in mixed leagues and should be good for at least another dozen swipes the rest of the way.

Nyjer Morgan went 3-for-4 with two doubles and a stolen base

Nyjer Morgan went 3-for-4 with two doubles and a stolen base in Thursday's loss. Morgan has been on fire since joining the Nationals. He's hitting 404 with 14 steals in 18 attempts this month. [...]

Morgan heats up at the dish

News: Nationals OF Nyjer Morgan went 2 for 5 with a home run and three RBI Tuesday at Milwaukee. He has a hit in six straight games, going 13 for 19 (.684). [...]

Morgan was a terror for the Nationals at the top of the order

Morgan was a terror for the Nationals at the top of the order once again Tuesday, going 2-for-5 with three RBI, a leadoff home run and a stolen base. [...]

Nationals | Morgan on fire in new uniform

The Associated Press reports Washington Nationals OF Nyjer Morgan is hitting .388 with 13 steals since being traded June 30.

Morgan homers, drives in three

Nyjer Morgan went 2-for-5 with a home run, a run scored, and three RBI in the Nationals' 8-3 victory over the Brewers on Tuesday. Morgan is hitting .304 on the season.

Our View: Morgan seems to enjoy playing with the Nats, because he has been very good since coming over in the trade. The home run was nice, but don't expect many more to come from him this season, as he is more of a prototypical leadoff hitter who gets on base and scores runs.

Morgan has been on an absolute tear recently, going 13-for-24

Morgan has been on an absolute tear recently, going 13-for-24 with a triple, two homers and six runs during a six-game hitting streak. ItÂ’s been a scorching month for the fourth-year outfielder, whoÂ’s batting .389 with 13 thefts to kick his average up nearly 30 points to .304.

Morgan went 3-for-5 Monday with two runs scored, an RBI and

Morgan went 3-for-5 Monday with two runs scored, an RBI and his 30th steal of the season. [...]

A sleeper cheap-steals option at the start of the season, Morgan

A sleeper cheap-steals option at the start of the season, Morgan has stepped to the cusp of fantasy stardom since being dealt to Washington. Morgan is hitting a scorching .388 (33-for-85) and has stolen 12 bases in 16 attempts. Not bad for a former fourth-outfielder-type.

Nationals | Morgan does not start Sunday

The Associated Press reports Washington Nationals OF Nyjer Morgan (hamstring) did not start Sunday, July 26, due to a tight hamstring. He did enter the game in the eighth inning against the San Diego Padres as a pinch hitter.

Morgan has been hobbled by a bothersome hamstring in recent

Morgan has been hobbled by a bothersome hamstring in recent days, but he seemed to be just fine after coming off the bench on Sunday. The emerging outfielder is hitting .299 with 53 runs scored and 29 steals in what has been a breakout campaign for the 29-year-old ex-Pirate.

Morgan (hamstring) entered Sunday's game as a pinch-hitter and

Morgan (hamstring) entered Sunday's game as a pinch-hitter and reached on a bunt single. He later scored the winning run on Austin Kearns' winning hit. [...]

Nationals | Morgan collects four hits Saturday

Washington Nationals OF Nyjer Morgan went 4-for-5 Saturday, July 25, against the San Diego Padres, with a triple and two runs scored, according to The Associated Press.

Nationals manager Jim Riggleman opted to put Willie Harris in

Nationals manager Jim Riggleman opted to put Willie Harris in center field and the leadoff spot, giving Morgan an extra day of rest before the team travels to Milwaukee for a four-game series against the Brewers beginning Monday. Morgan said the injury was nothing serious. "I just lost water over the last few days and just dehydrated and pulled it a little bit," he said. In 20 games with the Nationals, Morgan is batting .372 with 11 stolen bases.

Morgan was not in the Nationals' lineup Sunday due to tightness

Morgan was not in the Nationals' lineup Sunday due to tightness in his left hamstring, the team's official site reports. [...]

Morgan went 4-for-5 Saturday with a triple and two runs scored.

Morgan went 4-for-5 Saturday with a triple and two runs scored. [...]

He's perennially undersold by scouts who see him as a jumped-up

He's perennially undersold by scouts who see him as a jumped-up fourth outfielder, but fantasy owners know exactly how good Nyjer Morgan is. This four-hit effort boosted Morgan's average to .298, and while there are more efficient basestealers out there -- Morgan is 29-for-43 on the season -- 29 steals are 29 steals. The guy just keeps on getting it done, and is worth a start in any format as long as he remains in the lineup.

Morgan gets four hits against Padres

News: Washington OF Nyjer Morgan had a big day at the plate on Saturday in a 13-1 rout of the Padres. He went 4 for 5 in the game, scoring two runs and striking out once. He had a triple and three singles in the game, improving his batting average to .298. [...]

Nationals | Morgan caught stealing Wednesday

The Associated Press reports Washington Nationals OF Nyjer Morgan was caught stealing for a major league-leading 14th time Wednesday, July 22.

Morgan went 2-for-4 Sunday with a run scored and two more steals.

Morgan went 2-for-4 Sunday with a run scored and two more steals. [...]

Another big day for Morgan, who has been filling up box scores

Another big day for Morgan, who has been filling up box scores during a seven-game hitting streak. He’s gone 14-for-31 with six runs and seven steals during the sustained run, which has boosted his average up to .293. After beginning the season under the radar, the third-year outfielder has become an everyday player in all formats, scoring 49 runs and swiping 28 bases, the latter of which is good for second in the NL.

Morgan steals two bases Sunday

News: Washington CF Nyjer Morgan stole two bases on Sunday in a loss to the Cubs. Morgan went 2 for 4 with the bat and scored a run. He's hitting .293 on the year. [...]

Nyjer Morgan went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases against the

Nyjer Morgan went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases against the Cubs on Sunday. Morgan singled both times and was also caught stealing once in the contest. [...]

That's back-to-back three-hit performances from the speedy outfielder

That's back-to-back three-hit performances from the speedy outfielder who has adjusted quite nicely since coming over from the Pirates, and who is hitting a smoking .357 (20-for-56) with seven runs scored and eight stolen bases (out of nine attempts) in July. Morgan's aggressive ways on the basepaths (26 SBs) make him a solid start in all formats.

Nationals | Morgan has three hits Friday

The Associated Press reports Washington Nationals OF Nyjer Morgan had three hits in a losing effort Friday, July 17.

Nyjer Morgan

Nyjer Morgan was a hot WW add to start the season. At that time, he was with the Pirates and sporting an average well over .300 while stealing about a base and a half each week. Most of his average was supported by a high BABIP, though, and ...

Morgan continued to tear it up in a Nationals uniform Friday,

Morgan continued to tear it up in a Nationals uniform Friday, going 3-for-5 with a run scored and two steals. [...]

Washington OF Nyjer Morgan was one of the few Nationals to have

News: Washington OF Nyjer Morgan was one of the few Nationals to have a nice night on Friday against the Astros in defeat. Morgan led off the fourth inning with a single to right, then stole second and third. He scored on Nick Johnson's one-out double to left-center to cut the Astros' lead to 2-1 at the time. Morgan finished 3 for 5 with three singles and a run a scored and his 23rd stolen base of the year. [...]

Morgan has clearly enjoyed the change of scenery, as he's gotten

Morgan has clearly enjoyed the change of scenery, as he's gotten off to a hot start with his new squad, hitting .324 with a .361 on-base percentage with three, three-hit games and five steals since joining the Nationals. His speed makes him a valuable commodity in all formats.

Nyjer Morgan was 3-for-5 with two stolen bases in a loss to

Nyjer Morgan was 3-for-5 with two stolen bases in a loss to the Astros on Friday night. Morgan is 11-for-34 (.324) with five stolen bases since being traded to the Nationals on June 30. [...]

Five minutes after play resumed following a two-month wait,

Five minutes after play resumed following a two-month wait, Nyjer Morgan scored on a game-ending error as the Nationals beat the Astros in 11 innings. The game was suspended on May 5 with the winning run, in the form of Elijah Dukes, on base in the bottom of the 11th. [...]

Morgan went 3-for-4 Wednesday with a run scored.

Morgan went 3-for-4 Wednesday with a run scored. [...]

Nationals OF Nyjer Morgan went 3 for 4 with a run scored in

News: Nationals OF Nyjer Morgan went 3 for 4 with a run scored in Wednesday afternoon's loss to the Rockies. [...]

Morgan raps three hits, but Nats fall

Nyjer Morgan was 3-for-4 with a run scored on Wednesday, but the Nationals fell 10-4 to the Rockies.

Our View: Morgan now has eight hits in six games since coming over from the Pirates, and doesn't appear to be suffering any post-trade drop off. He is a solid option in most NL-only leagues, but only a fringe player in most mixed ones.

Ronnie Belliard went 2-for-3 with a double, an RBI and three

Ronnie Belliard went 2-for-3 with a double, an RBI and three runs scored Sunday in a win over the Braves.

Analysis: Morgan gave Nationals fans a taste of why the team traded for him by filling up the stat sheet with a pair of doubles. As long as he keeps running (20 SB), he’s worth a roster spot in NL leagues.

Nyjer Morgan went 3-for-5 with an RBI, a run and a stolen base

Nyjer Morgan went 3-for-5 with an RBI, a run and a stolen base Sunday against the Braves.

Analysis: Morgan gave Nationals fans a taste of why the team traded for him by filling up the stat sheet with a pair of doubles. As long as he keeps running (20 SB), he’s worth a roster spot in NL leagues.

Morgan goes 3-for-5 in win

Nyjer Morgan went 3-for-5 with an RBI and a run scored in Sunday's 5-3 win over the Braves at Nationals Park. He hit two doubles and a single, and also swiped a base.

Our View: Morgan was in need of a solid outing, as he was hitless over his last two games (seven at-bats). He also snapped a five-game skid without an RBI.

Nationals OF Nyjer Morgan went 3 for 5 with two doubles, an

News: Nationals OF Nyjer Morgan went 3 for 5 with two doubles, an RBI and a run scored in Sunday's win over the Braves. [...]

Nyjer Morgan finished 3-for-5 with an RBI, a stolen base and

Nyjer Morgan finished 3-for-5 with an RBI, a stolen base and a run scored Sunday to lead the Nationals over the Braves 5-3. Morgan hadn't tallied a hit since swinging over to Washington in last week's trade. [...]

Olsen pitches Nationals to 5-3 victory over Braves

Scott Olsen pitched into the ninth inning, newly acquired Nyjer Morgan had three hits and the Washington Nationals beat the Atlanta Braves 5-3 on Sunday for their second straight victory.

Nationals OF Nyjer Morgan, acquired Tuesday in a trade from

News: Nationals OF Nyjer Morgan, acquired Tuesday in a trade from Pittsburgh, was 0 for 4 with a walk, a run scored and a stolen base in his Washington debut against the Braves on Friday. [...]

Morgan went 0-for-4 with a steal in his Nationals debut Friday.

Morgan went 0-for-4 with a steal in his Nationals debut Friday. [...]

From The Sports Xchange: OF Nyjer Morgan, the key player acquired

News: From The Sports Xchange: OF Nyjer Morgan, the key player acquired in Tuesday's trade with the Pirates, will become Washington's leadoff man and starting center fielder. The Nationals have been searching for someone to fill those roles for a while, and acting GM Mike Rizzo believes the speedy Morgan (who turns 29 on Thursday) can fit the bill. "It gives us the defensive center fielder that we've been missing here," said Rizzo, who acquired Morgan and LHP Sean Burnett from Pittsburgh for OF Lastings Milledge and RHP Joel Hanrahan. "It helps the young pitching staff with his defensive ability. His attitude and makeup and high energy level is really a big part of his package as a player." [...]

Analysis: Willie Harris got another start as Morgan arrived in Miami too close to game time to make it into the lineup. Morgan should be a mainstay in center going forward, with Dunn playing left and Josh Willingham in right. Austin Kearns will be the fourth outfielder and Harris will slide into a utility role.

Morgan was not in the lineup for the Nationals on Wednesday.

Morgan was not in the lineup for the Nationals on Wednesday. [...]

Nationals | Harris to return to utility role

The Associated Press reports Washington Nationals OF Willie Harris will return to a utility role with OF Nyjer Morgan becoming the new center fielder and leadoff hitter.

Pirates | Questioning recent trades

ESPN.com reports Pittsburgh Pirates' players continue to question the team's trades this year after they recently traded OF Nyjer Morgan and RP Sean Burnett to the Washington Nationals. "They're businessmen. They're trying to achieve winning baseball in Pittsburgh. The biggest question is: When is that going to be? When do things start turning around?" Wilson said. "It's just hard for guys who have been here and seen these exact same trades happen and seen it absolutely do nothing. I've been here nine years. I've seen two or three of these trades every year and still haven't had a winning season."

Sidelined since June 2 with a torn abdominal muscle, Josh Hamilton

Sidelined since June 2 with a torn abdominal muscle, Josh Hamilton is hoping to be back in the Rangers lineup sometime during July 4th weekend after a good first night on medical rehabilitation assignment with Double-A Frisco on Monday.

Analysis: Willie Harris got another start as Morgan arrived in Miami too close to game time to make it into the lineup. Morgan should be a mainstay in center going forward, with Dunn playing left and Josh Willingham in right. Austin Kearns will be the fourth outfielder and Harris will slide into a utility role.

Catcher Josh Bard was out of the starting lineup with a sore

Catcher Josh Bard was out of the starting lineup with a sore right groin for the third consecutive game Wednesday.

Analysis: Willie Harris got another start as Morgan arrived in Miami too close to game time to make it into the lineup. Morgan should be a mainstay in center going forward, with Dunn playing left and Josh Willingham in right. Austin Kearns will be the fourth outfielder and Harris will slide into a utility role.

Catcher Josh Bard was out of the starting lineup with a sore

Catcher Josh Bard was out of the starting lineup with a sore right groin for the third consecutive game Wednesday.

Analysis: Willie Harris got another start as Morgan arrived in Miami too close to game time to make it into the lineup. Morgan should be a mainstay in center going forward, and Dunn will play in right most days, leaving Harris, Josh Willingham and Austin Kearns to battle for playing time in left.

Newly acquired center fielder Nyjer Morgan was not in the Nationals

Newly acquired center fielder Nyjer Morgan was not in the Nationals starting lineup Wednesday against Florida.

Analysis: Willie Harris got another start as Morgan arrived in Miami too close to game time to make it into the lineup. Morgan should be a mainstay in center going forward, and Dunn will play in right most days, leaving Harris, Josh Willingham and Austin Kearns to battle for playing time in left.

Nats option Dukes, welcome Morgan and Burnett

Nyjer Morgan had no complaints about getting traded to the team with baseball's worst record. Instead, he found it flattering.