Angels RHP Nolasco exits game vs. Nationals

Aug 16, 2017 - 7:58 PM WASHINGTON -- Los Angeles Angels right-hander Ricky Nolasco left Wednesday afternoon's game against the Washington Nationals in the sixth inning in the midst of pitching to Jose Lobaton.

The Angels were nursing a 3-2 lead and Nolasco had a 2-2 count on Lobaton before leaving the game. There was no immediate word on the reason for his exit or condition, according to the Angels.

Nolasco allowed two runs on five hits with three walks and four strikeouts in 5 2/3 innings. He threw 112 pitches, with 66 going for strikes.

Nolasco, who was replaced by Jesse Chavez, entered the game with a 5-12 mark and 5.24 ERA. He had not won on the road since June 26 against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Chavez fanned Lobaton to end the inning.