Mark Zuckerman of NatsInsider.com reports that Jerry Blevins is on the Nationals' radar as a left-handed relief option.

Zuckerman also mentions Justin Wilson, which had previously been reported. The Nationals are also in on J.P. Howell, Boone Logan, Scott Downs and Oliver Perez as they attempt to bolster their left-handed relief. Blevins is due a raise in arbitration after making $1.1 million in 2013.

Jerry Blevins has posted a spectacular 1.99 ERA and 0.66 WHIP in 22 appearances.

In addition, he's 3-0 and has posted an amazing 20/1 K/BB ratio over 22 2/3 frames. Owners in holds leagues should note that this veteran left-hander hasn't yet recorded one, but Blevins has proved over the last few years to be a decent middle reliever in AL-only leagues.

Athletics avoided arbitration with LHP Jerry Blevins by agreeing to a one-year contract.

The financial terms aren't available. Blevins, who was arbitration-eligible for the first time, has posted a 2.97 ERA over the last three seasons for the A's. He'll be used as a lefty specialist again in 2013.

Jerry Blevins was mighty impressive, pitching out of a major jam to preserve a one-run victory over the Angels on Tuesday.

The A's entered the ninth with a 6-3 lead, but Grant Balfour allowed a pair of runs to score and left runners at first and third with nobody out. Blevins inherited the dicey situation, and immediately got Kendrys Morales to strike out on four pitches. He then got Howie Kendrick to hit into a game-ending double play ground out. While he's unlikely to take over the reigns of the closer's job anytime soon, he gets to be the hero for at least one evening.

Athletics recall LHP Jerry Blevins from Triple-A Sacramento.

Blevins, 27, has a 3.80 ERA and 20/14 K/BB ratio over 21 1/3 innings with the A's this season. He has bounced back and forth from the majors to the minors several times already, but should stick with the big club for the rest of the year.

Athletics optioned LHP Jerry Blevins to Triple-A Sacramento.

Blevins posted a disappointing 4.12 ERA and 1.78 WHIP in 19 2/3 innings for the A's this year. He might be allowed to return to the majors at some point in September.

Athletics designated LHP Jerry Blevins for assignment.

Blevins, 27, has registered an ugly 4.12 ERA and 1.78 WHIP in 19 2/3 innings this season. He's likely to pass through waivers and land back at Triple-A Sacramento.

Athletics recalled LHP Jerry Blevins from Triple-A Sacramento.

Blevins has been up-and-down with the A's multiple times this season, posting a 3.93 ERA but 1.69 WHIP over 17 appearances. He'll operate in middle relief.

Athletics sent LHP Jerry Blevins outright to Triple-A Sacramento.

Blevins was designated for the third time this season on Tuesday. The 27-year-old will return to a 5.01 ERA but also a 27/6 K/BB ratio over 23 1/3 Triple-A innings.

Athletics designated LHP Jerry Blevins for assignment.

It's the third time this season he's been designated, as a 3.93 ERA but 1.69 WHIP simply haven't been good enough for him to retain his roster spot. He cleared waivers and remained in the organization the first two times, so it stands to reason he'll be able to do so again.

Athletics recalled LHP Jerry Blevins from Triple-A Sacramento.

The 27-year-old left-hander will return to a 3.86 ERA and 15/14 K/BB ratio. He'll fill in for the injured Michael Wuertz.

Athletics optioned LHP Jerry Blevins to Triple-A Sacramento.

Blevins was designated for assignment Tuesday, but was able to remain on the 40-man roster. The 27-year-old left-hander has a 3.86 ERA and 15/14 K/BB ratio over 16 1/3 innings at the major league level this season.

Athletics designated LHP Jerry Blevins for assignment.

The move clears a spot for Tuesday's starter Guillermo Moscoso on the active roster. This is the second time Blevins has been designated for assignment in the past two months. The 27-year-old southpaw has a 3.86 ERA and 15/14 K/BB ratio over 16 1/3 innings with the A's this season.

Athletics recalled LHP Jerry Blevins from Triple-A Sacramento.

Blevins has posted an unimpressive 5.12 ERA in 19 1/3 innings down in Triple-A, but the A's are playing a back-to-back doubleheader on Saturday and need bullpen arms.

Athletics designated LHP Jerry Blevins for assignment.

Doing so opens a roster spot for the recently-recalled Josh Outman. Blevins has battled control issues all season but was recalled a few days ago because Oakland's bullpen took a beating on Thursday. The 27-year-old southpaw appeared in 15 games for the A's this year, posting a 13/13 K/BB ratio and 4.40 ERA in 14 1/3 innings. Blevins, however, had a 3.70 ERA over 63 appearances last year and has handled lefties well over the course of his career. We'd expect Oakland to find a trade partner for him over the next 10 days.

Jerry Blevins (hip) has been cleared to start throwing and is expected to be 100 percent for spring training.

Blevins underwent surgery on his left hip in mid-October, but hasn't missed a beat in his rehab. The 27-year-old left-hander posted a 3.70 ERA and 46/18 K/BB ratio over 48 2/3 innings last season and should be in the mix for a bullpen spot again in 2011.

Jerry Blevins had surgery in mid-October on his left hip.

Blevins battled shoulder and hip issues for much of the season but still posted a respectable 3.70 ERA and 46/18 K/BB ratio in 48 2/3 innings of relief. He should be good to go by the start of spring training 2011.

Jerry Blevins said that while his shoulder feels better, he doesn't expect to pitch again this season.

Blevins hasn't pitched since September 15. He has a 3.70 ERA, 1.48 WHIP and 46/18 K/BB rate over 48 2/3 innings this season.

Jerry Blevins (shoulder) expects to pitch again before the year is through.

Blevins hasn't appeared in a game in over a week due to soreness in the back of his left shoulder. "It's just day by day, playing it by ear," said the reliever. "If it feels good, I'll go out there." He has turned in a 3.70 ERA, 1.48 WHIP and 46/18 K/BB ratio in 48 2/3 innings this season.

Jerry Blevins is currently sidelined with soreness in the back of his left shoulder.

"I just felt a little thing in my shoulder when we were in Kansas City," said Blevins, who was unavailable for Tuesday's game. "We're just resting it; don't want to force it too quick. It's coming back, feeling better today." He's currently listed as day to day.