Strasburg (2-0) struck out seven while holding the Braves to two runs on four hits and two walks in 7.2 innings during Thursday's win.
After a so-so first outing of the year, Strasburg had his Wednesday start pushed back to Thursday due to an illness, but he certainly looked healthy out there. With Strasburg pitching well and Bryce Harper supporting him with a grand slam, the Nationals couldn't ask for the plan to go off better than it did in this game. Considering the expectations that have been placed on Strasburg throughout his career, it's a disappointment that he's never pitched a full season with an ERA under 3.00. But at 27 years old and finally healthy, it wouldn't be surprising to see Strasburg turn in his best campaign yet. Of course, he'll have to face far tougher opposition than the Braves in future starts.