Nationals' Bryce Harper: Diagnosed with right knee contusion

Harper was diagnosed with a right knee contusion Monday, Chelsea Janes of the Washington Post reports.

Analysis:

Harper was hit by a pitch during Monday's game against the Phillies. He remained in the game for a bit, but when his knee stiffened up, Nationals manager Dusty Baker removed Harper from the game as a precautionary measure. For now, he's considered day-to-day.