Nationals Armas activated from DL

MIAMI, July 17 (UPI) -- Right-hander Tony Armas Jr. came off the 15-disabled list and was scheduled to pitch against the Marlins in Miami Monday night, the Washington Nationals said.

The game will mark Armas' first start since June 19 when he suffered a strained right forearm. Armas is 6-4 in 15 season starts with a 4.44 ERA.

The Nationals designated infielder Matthew LeCroy for assignment.