Werth batted primarily in the leadoff spot for the first time in his career , posting a . 309 batting average and . 388 OBP in that role .
After a three - month absence for recuperation , Werth returned to the Nationals ' lineup on August 2 .
Werth batted primarily in the leadoff spot for the first time in Werth 's career , posting a . 309 batting average and . 388 OBP in that role .
After a three - month absence for recuperation , Werth returned to the Nationals ' lineup on August 2 .