Nationals' Jayson Werth: Could be available Friday

Werth (groin) hopes to be available for Friday's game against the Mets, Jorge Castillo of the Washington Post reports.

Analysis:

Werth was forced to leave Wednesday's game after injuring his groin on a check swing. After the game, he was diagnosed with a groin spasm, a diagnosis that was far less severe than was initially thought. Although the club may be careful with the 37-year-old outfielder, it doesn't seem like a Friday return has been ruled out.