Lopez has struck out 33 batters in his last three starts at Double-A Harrrisburg. He has also recorded double-digit strikeouts in three of his last five starts. On the season, he owns a 3.56 ERA with 90 strikeouts in 68.1 innings.
Lopez can often struggle with his command, but there's no doubt he possesses swing and miss stuff. The Nationals would love to see Lopez stick as a starter, but a chance to be a closer down the road doesn't sound like a bad alternative. Lopez is nearing his innings count from 2015, so don't expect to see him with the Nationals later this year.