Blanton looking `pretty good` after `pen session
(MLB.com Washington Nationals)

Dusty Baker has noticed a happier Joe Blanton walking around the clubhouse lately, a signal to Baker that Blanton is making progress as he prepares to return from the disabled list with right shoulder inflammation. Blanton threw his first bullpen session Friday afternoon, and although Baker did not watch, he received a scouting report from his son, Darren.