Riggleman

"Harper would probably get most of his action in right," Riggleman said.

Bryce Harper will play right field, Jayson Werth will see action in center 2011

"I'm sure he's down in the dumps about it," Riggleman said.

The Nationals first spring lineup, plus updates on Cla Meredith and Chien-Ming Wang 2011

"We've got a lot of outfielders that we're committed to that we've got to give a long look to and make some tough decisions on," Riggleman said.

Bryce Harper takes the field at Nationals spring training 2011

But some, including Manager Jim Riggleman, are concerned.

Bryce Harper takes the field at Nationals spring training 2011

Riggleman doubted Harper would start, saying he wanted to watch the veterans competing for spots in the outfield.

Bryce Harper takes the field at Nationals spring training 2011

The Nationals plan to give Werth some action in center field, while Harper will play almost only right, Riggleman said.

Bryce Harper will play right field, Jayson Werth will see action in center 2011

Afterward, Riggleman indicated Harper would spend between seven and 10 games with the Nationals' major league camp before joining the minor-league side.

Bryce Harper takes the field at Nationals spring training 2011

"Jayson will get some innings in center," Riggleman said.

Bryce Harper will play right field, Jayson Werth will see action in center 2011

"He couldn't have got out of there," Riggleman said.

Bryce Harper takes the field at Nationals spring training 2011

This morning, Manager Jim Riggleman settled how they'll be used defensively this spring.

Bryce Harper will play right field, Jayson Werth will see action in center 2011