Ryan Zimmerman left Friday's game early after diving for a ground ball, the Washington Post reports.

Zimmerman left Friday's game early after diving for a ground ball, the Washington Post reports.

Analysis:

Nationals manager Matt Williams insisted that Zimmerman was "fine" and that removing him from the game was just a precaution, but given what's happened with Anthony Rendon (knee) this spring, Zimmerman owners would be justified in wanting a little more reassurance than that. Clint Robinson is listed as the starter at first base on Saturday, but Zimmerman was due for a day off anyway after getting the nod in three straight games. If you're drafting this weekend, don't drop him down on your cheat sheets just yet.